Piraeus becomes major commercial port under Cosco management
The port of Piraeus has transformed into a significant commercial hub under the management of Chinese shipping giant Cosco.
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The port of Piraeus has transformed into a significant commercial hub under the management of Chinese shipping giant Cosco.

Container traffic at Greece's Port of Piraeus demonstrated resilience in the first half of 2026, despite ongoing disruptions to global shipping caused by the Red Sea crisis.

Heavy traffic has been reported across Attica since early morning, with Kifissos experiencing significant congestion and vehicles moving slowly in the port of Piraeus, causing delays on the Attiki Odos.

The Piraeus Port Authority (OLP S.A.) has published its 2025 Sustainable Development Report, detailing its continued investment in sustainable development and modernization of the Port of Piraeus.

Greek Minister Vassilis Kikilias visited the port of Piraeus, stressing that safety is the top priority. He affirmed the government's commitment to listening to port authorities regarding safety measures.

Neptune Lines' newly built car carrier, Neptune Pireas, has arrived at the Port of Piraeus, marking a significant milestone for the vessel.

A taxi driver reportedly threatened four 17-year-olds who refused to pay double the fare for a short trip from Kifissos KTEL to the port of Piraeus. A video documents the incident, which turned a simple journey into a nightmare for the minors trying to catch a ferry.

Despina Panayiotou Theodosiou, joint CEO of Tototheo Global, has announced her candidacy for election to the board of governors of the International Propeller Club, Port of Piraeus. She highlighted her extensive experience in the maritime sector.

Greece is implementing four fast-track interventions to manage traffic congestion on Kifisos. These include signatures for a triple interchange at Skaramagkas by June, a new exit lane from Attiki Odos towards Lamia by late 2026, a 'counter-Kifisos' for heavy vehicles, and coordination with the port of Piraeus.

The Chinese Ambassador to Athens, Fang Qiu, described the port of Piraeus as a "pearl of the Mediterranean" and called for deeper cooperation in shipping.

The Deputy CEO of PPA S.A., Angelos Karakostas, highlighted the resilience and growth prospects of the Port of Piraeus, noting its record performance and investments totaling 1.4 billion euros despite geopolitical turbulence.

The port of Piraeus is currently holding its own despite disruptions to international supply chains caused by the conflict in the Middle East, particularly affecting container traffic.

An emergency preparedness drill, simulating a sea pollution incident, was conducted at the Cruise Terminal of PPA S.A. in the Port of Piraeus to activate its Spillage Contingency Plan.

Ferry schedules from the port of Piraeus are being modified, and sailing bans are in effect in Rafina and Lavrio, as adverse weather conditions continue to impact Greece's ferry network in several areas.
Despite an ongoing crisis, the port of Piraeus has seen an increase in container traffic, indicating resilience in its shipping operations.

Greece is seeing new investments of over 800 million euros in logistics, aiming to strengthen its role as a gateway for trade flows from the Far East to Europe and offer alternatives to Chinese dominance in the port of Piraeus.

The Port of Piraeus celebrates ten years since COSCO SHIPPING's strategic investment, which laid the foundation for its significant transformation into a major port.

Despite significant disruptions in international maritime transport, the port of Piraeus continues to demonstrate resilience in its container traffic operations.

Passenger traffic has surged at the Port of Piraeus as the July holiday getaway peaks, with popular destinations in the Aegean and Crete seeing nearly 100% ferry capacity.

The Port of Piraeus welcomed students and professors from Shanghai Maritime University as part of a Summer School program, implemented under a Memorandum of Understanding with the Athens University of Economics and Business.

Vassilis Kikilias, the Minister of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy, visited the port of Piraeus today due to increased summer passenger traffic, urging travelers to follow port authority instructions for safety.

Neptune Lines, part of the Neptune Group, announced the arrival of the Neptune Pireas at the port of Piraeus, marking a significant milestone for the newly built vessel and a special moment.

Danae Bezantakou has been elected president of the International Propeller Club, Port of Piraeus, making her the first woman to lead the organization in its 91-year history.

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

Tensions rose at the port of Piraeus, Greece, as anti-war groups and Palestinian solidarity organizations mobilized to prevent Israeli tourists from disembarking the cruise ship Crown Iris.

Greece is experiencing significant traffic congestion as people depart for the Holy Spirit long weekend, with Kifissos road in Athens and the port of Piraeus seeing increased movement. Over 16,800 passengers have already departed from Piraeus.

The Port of Piraeus in Greece demonstrates resilience and strong development prospects, with €1.4 billion in investments, despite significant geopolitical disruptions affecting shipping and transport.

The Italian Ambassador to Greece, Paolo Cuculi, visited the Italian Navy’s offshore patrol vessel Francesco Morosini at the Port of Piraeus, where the ship is engaged in combating arms trafficking.

Ξεκίνησε η έξοδος των εκδρομέων του Πάσχα σήμερα Μεγάλη Τετάρτη όπου από τα ξημερώματα έχει γεμίσει ασφυκτικά το λιμάνι του Πειραιά με προορισμό κυρίως τα νησιά των Κυκλάδων. Φευγουν οι εκδρομείς του…

The Port of Piraeus is celebrating ten years of strategic partnership with COSCO, a collaboration that has transformed the port into a crucial connectivity hub linking Europe, Asia, and the Eastern Mediterranean.

The CEO of PPA S.A., Mr. Su Xudong, welcomed at the company’s headquarters, a delegation from the Embassy of Japan in Greece, led by Mr. Shu Tamaura, Director of the… PPA: Visit of a delegation from the Embassy of Japan to the Port of Piraeus - Η ΝΑΥΤΕΜΠΟΡΙΚΗ

The Piraeus Port Authority (OLP S.A.) is preparing for acquisitions and expansion beyond the port of Piraeus. This strategic move aims to broaden its horizons and operational scope.

Heavy traffic has been reported since early Monday morning on Attica's roads, with significant delays concentrated on Kifissos Avenue and around the port of Piraeus.

Athenians are experiencing significant traffic congestion on major roads and at the port of Piraeus as they begin their summer exodus. Full ferries and heavy traffic on routes like Kifissos and Athens-Corinth indicate a busy travel period.

The Mayor of Piraeus has sent a letter to the Prime Minister, requesting government initiative to advance the undergrounding of STASY's Line 1 (ISAP) from Neo Faliro to the port of Piraeus.

Heavy traffic and delays are reported on Athens' roads, particularly on Kifissos Avenue and at the port of Piraeus, causing significant problems for commuters.

Traffic in Athens is significantly increased early Tuesday morning, with severe congestion reported on Kifissos Avenue and around the port of Piraeus.

The port of Piraeus is showing the first encouraging signs of improvement in container traffic, while de-escalation of tensions in the Middle East creates expectations for a gradual return of regular sea routes.

Vassilis Kikilias, Minister of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy, has ordered an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the removal of the monument dedicated to Antonis Karyotis from the port of Piraeus.

The Chinese Ambassador to Naftemporiki stated that investments in the Port of Piraeus have exceeded 10 billion RMB over the last ten years under COSCO SHIPPING's management, transforming it into a world-class port and enhancing maritime cooperation.

The Port of Piraeus has shown resilience despite ongoing international turmoil, maintaining its operational stability and performance. This indicates its ability to withstand global economic and geopolitical challenges.

The Port of Piraeus continues to serve as a key logistics hub for the Eastern Mediterranean and Southeast Europe, demonstrating resilience despite disruptions to global supply chains caused by the conflict in the Middle East.

Athens experienced significant traffic congestion early Wednesday, particularly on major arteries leading to and from the city center, as well as around the port of Piraeus.

Electric buses manufactured by Yutong have been successfully received and discharged at the Vehicle Terminal of Piraeus Port Authority.

Nikolaos D. Pateras has been declared an honorary member of the Propeller Club, Port of Piraeus, by the organization's Board of Directors.

The Port of Piraeus marks a decade of collaboration with COSCO SHIPPING, highlighting the significant developments and growth achieved during this period.