A new era of growth and modernisation has begun for the Port of Thessaloniki following the publication of a presidential decree approving its master plan, according to Thessaloniki Port Authority SA (OLTh) Executive Chairman Athanasios Liagkos.
The decree, published on Wednesday, paves the way for major upgrades, including the key Pier 6 expansion, which is set to enhance the port’s global standing.
“This landmark investment will significantly enhance the port’s competitiveness and commercial activity, boosting its international ranking and allowing it to accommodate container ships of up to 24,000 TEUs from main shipping lines,” Liagkos emphasised.
With the decree in place, the licensing process for construction is now set in motion and is expected to be completed in the coming months. Once the investments, including improved rail and road links, are finalised, OLTh plans to strengthen cross-border collaborations and further enhance the port’s strategic advantages.
Since March 2018, OLTh has already invested over €71.3 million in both mandatory and non-mandatory projects to prepare the port for expansion and implement the Master Plan. The newly approved developments mark a crucial step in positioning Thessaloniki as a key regional hub for international trade and logistics.