Skaramangas Shipyards has partnered with British marine technology company SubSea Craft to construct and maintain advanced Victa-type mini hybrid submarines in Greece. This collaboration, supported by the British government, aims to introduce cutting-edge maritime technology to the Greek Armed Forces and establish an Innovation Center to advance defense innovation in the region.
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Greece has completed its acquisition of 24 Rafale fighter jets, significantly bolstering its air power in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean.
Greece is set for a booming 2025 summer tourist season with a surge of new flight routes and increased capacity from airlines and tour operators worldwide. From transatlantic connections to expanded European services and a focus on popular Greek islands, the increased accessibility caters to growing demand and reinforces Greece's position as a top vacation destination.
A significant weather front, named Elena, has recently battered Greece, bringing with it a wave…
The winds that sculpt Mykonos' landscape shaping its sparse vegetation and necessitating high-walled yards, have also given the island its most iconic landmark: the windmills.
On Sunday, Greece will face unsettled weather with overcast skies and varying intensities of rainfall across different regions. Moderate rain and brief thunderstorms are expected in the Ionian and western mainland, while the eastern Aegean will see intensified rains by noon. Temperatures will slightly rise, and winds will transition from southwesterly to northwesterly. The new week will start with a temperature drop and persistent strong winds, with improvements expected by Tuesday.
Greece aims to build the strongest Armed Forces in its history by 2030, ensuring unparalleled security for its citizens, according to Defence Minister Nikos Dendias. Key measures include a comprehensive anti-missile defence dome, enhanced naval deterrence in the Aegean, and the deployment of the advanced ‘Kentavros’ anti-drone system on Greek frigates. These initiatives mark a significant modernisation of Greece’s military capabilities.
The highly successful Greek Film Festival 2024 in Sydney has finished with the premiere screening…
Anywhere you visit in Greece - mainland and islands both - there are incredible places…
Citing escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, the European Union has advised airlines to steer clear of both Lebanese and Israeli airspace until at least October 31st."
Santorini, the breathtaking island on the Aegean Sea, is known for its beauty and whitewashed…
Aegean Airlines unveiled its new €140 million Aircraft Maintenance Services Center and Flight Simulator and Crew Training Center in Athens, marking a major milestone for the airline and the Greek aviation industry. The state-of-the-art facility, housed in a revitalized "green hangar" equipped with Greece's largest rooftop photovoltaic installation, underscores Aegean's commitment to innovation and sustainability
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held a significant meeting on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, marking their second encounter in recent months. Their discussions primarily centered on migration cooperation and the contentious Cyprus conflict, with both leaders addressing ongoing tensions surrounding the Greek-Turkish maritime dispute. Despite low expectations for breakthroughs, Erdogan reiterated Turkey's desire for stability in the region while reaffirming claims over territories in the Eastern Mediterranean.
AEGEAN Airlines reported strong passenger traffic growth and a 10% increase in revenue for the first half of 2024. With a notable rise in international and domestic travel, the airline's revenue reached €749.1 million, reflecting a 10% increase. Despite challenges such as engine repairs and increased CO2 costs, AEGEAN remains committed to growth and strategic expansion in the European aviation market.
Greece is preparing for the arrival of Storm Atena, which is forecast to bring a…
A rare fresco of the Virgin Mary, discovered on the island of Naxos, offers a glimpse into the history of Byzantine painting before the era of iconoclasm. This find, part of a wider set of pre-iconoclastic wall paintings, predates the 8th-century ban on religious image veneration.
The weather forecast for Greece indicates generally clear conditions with temperatures soaring up to 39°C in some regions and winds reaching speeds of up to 8 Beaufort. Coastal areas will experience varying wind patterns, and slight temperature drops are expected in the northeastern regions as the week progresses.
Panagia Hozoviotissa on Amorgos island is one of the oldest and most important monasteries of…
Turkey has escalated tensions by sending the research vessel "R/V Bilim 2" to the Aegean, in response to Greece's activities. The move comes after an Italian vessel operating on behalf of Athens was forced to leave the Turkish continental shelf, prompting Ankara to assert its position regarding territorial and maritime claims.
Greek Minister of Digital Governance Dimitris Papastergiou assured on Friday that Greece had experienced relatively minimal impact from the recent global IT outage affecting Microsoft systems, despite significant disruptions reported worldwide.