Due to a 24-hour general strike called by the Civil Servants’ Confederation, Greek airlines AEGEAN and SKY express have announced cancellations and rescheduling of flights on February 28, impacting both domestic and international travel.
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A train conductor was stabbed in the face at Pyrgos Vasilissis station on Tuesday (Feb. 18) after an argument with a passenger on the Airport-Piraeus suburban railway. Hellenic Train condemned the attack, suggesting the perpetrator was a substance abuser. The injured employee received first aid and was taken to the hospital, while authorities launched an investigation. The company reaffirmed its commitment to passenger and staff safety, highlighting its collaboration with OKANA to train employees in handling incidents involving drug users.
A heated dispute has erupted within Greece’s Supreme Court over the Tempi rail disaster investigation, with victims’ families alleging political interference. Maria Karystianou, who lost her daughter in the crash, criticised the appointment of a special investigator, prompting a sharp response from Supreme Court President Ioanna Klapa. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is set to discuss railway modernisation with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, as concerns grow over Hellenic Train’s potential liability. Amid public outrage, GSEE has called for strikes demanding justice and rail safety reforms.
Nearly two years after the devastating Tempe train crash in Greece, the family of a railway inspector has received an 800,000 euro compensation payment, the first such payout to a victim’s family. While this offers some solace, other families await settlements as the investigation continues.
Former Hellenic Train CEO Maurizio Capotorto is under investigation by the Greek Prosecutor’s Office for allegedly providing false testimony before Parliament’s Special Investigation Committee on the Tempi train disaster. Authorities are examining whether his statements constituted perjury, following a unanimous decision by all parliamentary parties to refer the case to the Court of Appeal’s Prosecutor’s Office. Capotorto has been summoned for questioning as a suspect, with no deadline set for his formal statement.
In a decisive interview with Alpha TV, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis firmly refuted claims of a cover-up following the Tempe railway tragedy. As pressure mounts from mass protests and opposition parties for clarity regarding the circumstances of the disaster, Mitsotakis acknowledged new evidence while emphasizing that Hellenic Train will face consequences should illegal cargo be confirmed on their train. The Prime Minister remains committed to ensuring accountability and transparency as the judicial investigation nears its conclusion.
A Suburban train collided with a car at a level crossing in Patras where safety barriers were unexpectedly raised due to a sensor fault. Quick reflexes by the train engineer minimized the impact, saving the car driver, who sustained minor injuries. Hellenic Train has launched an investigation and replaced disrupted services with buses.
Train services across Greece will face disruptions on Friday due to a three-hour work stoppage by workers’ unions from 12:00 to 15:00. Several routes, including Piraeus-Kiato and Thessaloniki-Larissa, are canceled, while the Athens-Thessaloniki line will operate normally. Passengers are advised to check updates via Hellenic Train’s official channels.
Hellenic Train, Greece’s national railway operator, is prioritizing safety and service improvements to enhance the passenger experience. The company is investing in advanced training, modern technology, and strengthened communication systems to ensure the safety of its passengers and employees.
Nearly two years after the devastating railway collision in Tempi, Greece, which claimed 57 lives, judicial authorities have intensified their investigation into allegations of dangerous cargo aboard the freight train involved in the crash. Missing video footage of the train’s loading process in Thessaloniki has raised suspicions of evidence tampering, while long delays in forensic analysis and expert reports have drawn sharp criticism. Families of the victims continue to demand answers, as questions linger over the explosion’s cause and the systemic failures that hampered the investigation.
Hellenic Train drivers will go on a 24-hour strike on October 10, as announced by the Panhellenic Union of Traction Staff. The union is demanding improved safety measures, including remote control and light signaling, following past accidents. In response, Hellenic Train is taking legal action against the strike, claiming many demands fall under the Hellenic Railways Organization (OSE).
Hellenic Train has launched a new digital ticketing platform, offering passengers an upgraded, seamless experience for purchasing and managing tickets online. Starting October 8, travelers can modify or cancel tickets, receive compensation for delays, and enjoy enhanced transaction security—all without visiting a physical ticket office. The platform also promotes environmental sustainability with fully digital tickets.
Greece’s train workers are set to launch a work stoppage and a 24-hour strike in…
A stationmaster in Athens was suspended and now faces disciplinary action after a potential train collision was narrowly avoided on the suburban railway. Quick actions by another stationmaster and the train drivers averted disaster, highlighting ongoing concerns about railway safety and operational protocols in Greece.
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