Greek Interior Minister Vassilis Kikilias and regional officials announced significant reinforcements for the Hellenic Coast Guard in the Dodecanese islands, including new ships and additional staff.

Eight foreign nationals were arrested on the Greek island of Lefkada after the Hellenic Coast Guard discovered a variety of narcotics aboard a private catamaran.

A speedboat with three occupants was intercepted in the "Strava" sea area of the Corinthian Gulf during a patrol by the Hellenic Coast Guard, found to be carrying illegal fishing catches.

Greek ministers Vassilis Kikilias and Thanos Plevris commended the Hellenic Coast Guard for a significant reduction in migratory flows. They stated that the country's strict migration policy has begun to yield positive results.

A significant quantity of narcotics valued at 31,000 euros, along with dozens of cartridges, was seized during a coordinated operation by the Hellenic Coast Guard at a home in Attica. Authorities are searching for an individual suspected of drug trafficking.

The Hellenic Coast Guard coordinated 13 search-and-rescue operations in 16 hours, bringing 611 migrants from Libya to Crete's southern coast, overwhelming local capacity.

The application process for new recruitments to the Hellenic Coast Guard began today, opening dozens of highly specialized positions, specifically for Technical Officers.

The Piraeus Port Authority (OLP S.A.) has donated portable defibrillators to the Hellenic Coast Guard, enhancing their first aid equipment as part of its ongoing commitment to public safety.

Vice Admiral Christos Kontorouchas has been officially appointed as the new Chief of the Hellenic Coast Guard – Hellenic Coastguard, following a decision by the Government Council of National Security (KY.S.E.A.) on March 23, 2026, which has now been published in the Official Gazette.

The Greek Government Council for National Security (KYSEA) concluded its meeting, appointing Vice Admiral Christos Kontorouchas as the new chief of the Hellenic Coast Guard.

The Piraeus Port Authority (PPA) is supporting the operational capabilities of the Coast Guard, within the framework of the long-standing cooperation it has developed with the security authorities of the… PPA donates new equipment to Hellenic Coast Guard supporting its important work - Η ΝΑΥΤΕΜΠΟΡΙΚΗ

A 57-year-old speedboat captain collapsed and died while at sea after departing from Kea, Greece. A patrol boat from the Hellenic Coast Guard safely transported the vessel to port.

A fishing boat with six people on board experienced water ingress approximately one nautical mile northeast of Syros, Greece. The Hellenic Coast Guard responded, and all passengers are reported to be safe.

The Hellenic Coast Guard rescued four Romanian nationals in the sea area of Fleves islet in the Saronic Gulf after they went for a swim in an inflatable boat without an engine.

Vassilis Kikilias announced that 420 new hires are coming to the Hellenic Coast Guard. This initiative aims to strengthen the country's maritime security forces.

The Minister of Shipping and Island Policy, Kikilias, highlighted the critical importance of the mission and the high responsibility undertaken by the new officers of the Hellenic Coast Guard on Wednesday.

The Hellenic Coast Guard has received 44 new vehicles to enhance its operational capabilities across the country, as Minister Vassilis Kikilias announced progress on the 'Aegis 2' program, which includes drones, AI, and new vessels.

A boat carrying approximately 92 foreign nationals was located 43 nautical miles south-southeast of Gavdos, leading to a rescue operation coordinated by the Hellenic Coast Guard's Joint Search and Rescue Coordination Center.

A delegation from the Propeller Club paid a courtesy visit to the new Chief of the Hellenic Coast Guard, Vice Admiral Christos Kontorouchas, following his recent assumption of duties.

Motor Oil, along with the Vardinogiannis Foundation, has donated a patrol boat and four vehicles to the Hellenic Coast Guard. The handover ceremony took place in the presence of the Minister of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy, Vassilis Kikilias.

The Hellenic Coast Guard conducted three separate operations to rescue and transport migrants found on boats in maritime areas south of Kali Limenes, off the southern coast of Crete.

The Hellenic Coast Guard has transitioned to new leadership, with Minister V. Kikilias emphasizing the significant responsibility during a period of heightened geopolitical pressures and complex maritime security challenges.

A marine pollution response exercise is scheduled for Tuesday, March 31, in Elefsina, Greece, with Minister of Shipping and Island Policy Vassilis Kikilias present, to test readiness for a tanker strike scenario.

The Greek Government Council for National Security (KYSEA) has appointed Vice Admiral Christos Kontorouchas as the new Chief of the Hellenic Coast Guard.

The Piraeus Port Authority (OLP) is enhancing the operational capabilities of the Hellenic Coast Guard by donating six motorcycles and additional equipment, continuing its long-standing cooperation with security authorities.

Members of the Special Missions Unit of the Hellenic Coast Guard located a total of 40 foreign nationals, including 24 men, 13 women, and 3 minors, on Farmakonisi island.

The Hellenic Coast Guard successfully completed the evacuation of 229 individuals by sea from Agios Vasileios beach in Boeotia to Livadostrata, as a large wildfire continues to rage in the area. A total of 254 people were ultimately removed from the Agios Vasileios settlement.

A 22-year-old tourist was hospitalized in Patras after an accident on a passenger-vehicle ferry bound for the port of Antirrio, according to the Hellenic Coast Guard.

The Hellenic Coast Guard-Greek Coast Guard received 44 new vehicles on Wednesday, which will be immediately distributed to port authorities across the country to enhance operational capabilities.

A small-scale marine pollution incident was detected at Xaveriou Coast within the port of Piraeus, according to the Hellenic Coast Guard.

Skaramangas Shipyards and Hyundai Heavy Industries have signed a memorandum of cooperation for the execution of projects concerning the Hellenic Navy, the Hellenic Coast Guard, and specialized commercial vessels.

Fishermen in Lefkada, Greece, spotted an Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) and towed it to Vasiliki port, where it was later collected by the Hellenic Coast Guard.

A scuffle involving minors occurred at Kiato port on the evening of March 28, 2026, resulting in injuries to a 17-year-old, with the Hellenic Coast Guard immediately informed of the incident.

Vice Admiral Christos Kontorouchas has been appointed as the new Chief of the Hellenic Coast Guard following a meeting of the Government Council for Foreign Affairs and Defence (KYSEA).

A Frontex vessel capsized and subsequently sank in the sea area of Megisti, Greece, on Monday afternoon. The Hellenic Coast Guard has provided an update on the serious incident.

The Hellenic Coast Guard received a new operational vehicle, a Foton Tunland G7, as a donation from the FMS Group. The official handover ceremony took place at the port of Karystos.

The Hellenic Coast Guard rescued 71 migrants in two separate incidents near Farmakonisi and Lesbos, intercepting a speedboat moving at high speed towards the southeastern Aegean.