By Greek City Times NewsroomFebruary 16, 2026 Greek authorities safely guided a cruise ship into…
Tag: Piraeus port
A high-ranking Greek Air Force colonel has been arrested for allegedly spying for China, leaking NATO-classified documents and military tech secrets in exchange for thousands of euros.
The recent espionage case involving a Greek Air Force colonel, who admitted to spying for…
Strong south-southeasterly winds of 5–9 Beaufort are keeping ships docked across Greece on Monday, halting ferry routes from Piraeus to the Cyclades and causing cancellations at Rafina. The Hellenic Coast Guard advises passengers to check with port authorities and shipping companies for updates on itineraries.
The 2026 cruise season officially began at Piraeus Port with the arrival of the first…
Strong southern winds reaching 8 to 9 Beaufort are causing widespread disruptions to ferry services…
Greek ferry operators have announced sailing bans, cancellations, and significant route modifications for Saturday, January…
The new year began with strong symbolism and a clear message of support for Greece’s…
The Greek Coast Guard has carried out a series of targeted operations against drug trafficking…
The 114-guest expedition cruise ship Caledonian Sky has been acquired by Greek company Kalamata Shipping from APT, following its 2025 European season under Travelmarvel. Currently docked in Piraeus, the vessel’s future plans under new ownership are unknown.
Greek Shipping Minister Vassilis Kikilias and U.S. Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle agree to deepen cooperation on port investments, shipbuilding know-how, and Eastern Mediterranean security, with the U.S. eyeing Greece as a key partner under President Trump’s new shipbuilding initiative.
The US-China “maritime battle” over the port of Piraeus and other critical infrastructure, with public…
A vehicle fell into the sea at Piraeus Port on Thursday morning, triggering an immediate…
The Trump administration has made no secret of its main geopolitical goal: containing Beijing’s influence…
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis assured that Greece welcomes deeper cooperation with the United States while firmly upholding existing Chinese investments in strategic infrastructure, particularly ports, as Athens balances ties with both superpowers.
China has strongly rejected suggestions from the United States that Greece consider selling its controlling…
Chinese embassy slams US Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle for urging Greece to sell Piraeus Port to counter Chinese influence.
Trump envoy Kimberly Guilfoyle warns Greece the U.S. wants China’s Cosco out of Piraeus port, pushing American investment to counter Beijing’s Belt and Road foothold.
A new geopolitical rift is opening in the Mediterranean, with Piraeus becoming a field of…
Starting October 2025, Greece will implement the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES), requiring non-EU travelers to submit biometric data at key border points like Athens International Airport and Piraeus Port.
Greek authorities have dealt another significant blow to drug trafficking networks, seizing more than 38…
Millions of euros in cash were seized from a customs office in Greece this summer…
European Chief Prosecutor Laura Kövesi held a press conference at Piraeus Port on Thursday, warning organised crime groups that “the rules of the game have changed” as she outlined EPPO’s largest-ever VAT and customs fraud investigation. Highlighting the Calypso case, as well as probes into OPEKEPE and the Tempi rail crash, she pressed for constitutional reform in Greece and praised recent cooperation with government ministers.
A 20-year-old sailor died in a tragic accident aboard the Blue Star Chios while on the Rhodes–Piraeus route. The crew member was fatally injured after becoming trapped in a watertight door. Despite immediate first aid and transfer to Tzaneio General Hospital, doctors pronounced him dead. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
As an example of a port where Beijing has influence, the US singles out Piraeus…
Piraeus Port, Greece’s largest, has been upgraded with new shaded areas, enhanced safety features, and improved accessibility. The overhaul includes better signage, recycling initiatives, and designated parking for people with disabilities, aiming to boost passenger experience at this major European hub.
Kimberly Guilfoyle, President Trump’s nominee for US ambassador to Greece, was confirmed by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. She highlighted Greece’s strategic role, defense investments, and the Greece-Israel-Cyprus partnership during her testimony.
In a major cross-border financial fraud case, the European Public Prosecutor’s Office in Greece has…
At the 13th Regional Growth Conference in Patras, Chinese Ambassador to Greece Fang Qiu called for deeper economic ties between China and Greece, highlighting increased agricultural exports and tourism as key areas for collaboration. Emphasizing the success of the Piraeus Port partnership, he urged both nations to act as voices of reason and cooperation in global affairs, while reaffirming China’s openness to trade and investment.
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