Marmari

Evia ferry returns to port after power outage

A ferry on route from Marmari in Evia to Rafina in eastern Attica had to return to port after experiencing a power outage.

Some 221 passengers and 18 crew members were on board the "Panorama" when the power went out.

The vessel safely returned to Marmari at around 6 p.m.

The ferry operator said it will arrange for alternative transportation for passengers.

Rafina Port Authority: Plans for ship electrification

The Port of Rafina, the second largest in the country in terms of passenger traffic, after Piraeus, is also, together with Piraeus, the port that secured financing from European funds to create electrification infrastructure for passenger ships.

Also read: Ferry tickets: Increases from 4% to 8% on some routes

Fire in Evia – Marmari is also being evacuated – Ships on standby

A large fire is in progress that broke out in the early hours of Monday in Fygias Karystos in Evia, while through 112 an order was given for the preventive evacuation of the settlements of Kokkini and the Doctors' Building Cooperative. A few minutes ago, a precautionary evacuation order was given for Marmari as well.

Greek private island among world’s top 22

A privately-owned Greek island has been selected among the world’s top 22 by Conde Nast Traveler (CNT) for those who wants “utter seclusion and perfect peace, in a location off-limits to everyone”.

For 6,700 British pounds per week, holidaymakers can rent a privately-owned island and villa at Petalioi complex of islands, 45 minutes from Athens by speedboat.