Thessaloniki, June 24, 2026
The Port of Thessaloniki was visited on Monday, June 22, 2026, by the Deputy Prime Minister, Mr. Kostis Hatzidakis, where he was welcomed by the CEO of ThPA S.A., Dr. Ioannis Tsaras, along with executives of the Company. During his visit, the Deputy Prime Minister was given a tour of the Pier 6 construction site and was informed about the progress of the implementation of its expansion project, which is the largest and most important development project in the history of the Port and an investment of strategic importance for Thessaloniki, Northern Greece and the national economy.
In the context of Mr. Hatzidakis' briefing, the main technical characteristics of the new Container Terminal were presented, as well as the upgraded role that the Port of Thessaloniki is expected to play in regional and international supply chains after the completion of the project. Particular emphasis was placed on the contribution of the investment in strengthening the port's dynamics and competitiveness, as well as on the broader socio-economic benefits created for the city, Northern Greece and the country as a whole.
The discussions also focused on the prospects for further development of the Port of Thessaloniki as a key trade, transport and logistics gateway for Southeastern and Central Europe, as well as its role within the framework of European transport corridors and the strengthening of the connectivity of the wider region.
The Management of ThPA S.A. also presented the investments being implemented in equipment, infrastructure, building facilities and digital applications, with the aim of improving operational efficiency, upgrading the services provided and further modernizing the port. In this context, the importance of the long-term investment planning of ThPA S.A. for the overall development perspective of Thessaloniki and Northern Greece was discussed, as well as the contribution of the Port of Thessaloniki to the formation of a modern, competitive and sustainable combined transport hub.
During his tour, Mr. Hatzidakis stated: "The port of Thessaloniki has begun to fulfill its development role! The construction of the 6th "The pier, in combination with its advancing railway connection, are two projects with great added value. For the further development of the port and the city of Thessaloniki, but not only. Such projects contribute substantially to strengthening Greece's position in the Balkans and the Southeastern Mediterranean."
On the occasion of the visit of the Deputy Prime Minister, the CEO of ThPA S.A., Dr. Ioannis Tsaras, stated: "The visit of the Deputy Prime Minister to the Port of Thessaloniki during a period of its historic transformation confirms the importance of the strategic investment program of the Port Authority of Thessaloniki S.A. The expansion of Pier 6, which promotes this transformation in the most dynamic way, is a project of national and regional importance, as it substantially upgrades the role of Thessaloniki as a trade and combined transport gateway for Southeastern and Central Europe. The full utilization of this investment is directly linked to the timely progress of the critical port connectivity projects and to the removal of outstanding issues that affect the smooth implementation of the project. At the same time, the strategic utilization of the significant building stock of the port, which adjoins the historic center of the city, functions as a lever for urban revitalization for Thessaloniki, creating new uses, activities and prospects for the city. With the steady support of the State, the Port of Thessaloniki will achieve its multidimensional development and will fully respond to the developmental role it is called upon to play for the economy, society and Northern Greece.".
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