Piraeus

Transport staff to hold stoppages to protest privatization plans

The metro, the Kifissia-Piraeus electric railway and the tram network in Athens will be disrupted next week as staff hold work stoppages as a preamble to further action in protest against what they describe as the government's decision to pave the way for the privatization of public transport.

Posidonia growth a 'great show of faith' in the local shipping sector

The expansion of the upcoming Posidonia shipping exhibition to an unprecedented size in terms of exhibitor and expected visitor numbers, its span across sectors and the interest it generates among corporations and governments, is being hailed as a "great show of faith" during a period of adversity both for the Greek economy and the shipping industry in general.

Ferry returns to Piraeus after crashing into pier during departure

A ferry boat heading to the eastern Aegean islands of Chios and Lesvos was forced to return to Piraeus on Friday night for a technical inspection after crashing into a pier during its departure.

According to the Merchant Marine Ministry, the 9 p.m. crash was witnessed and reported by passengers on board, forcing the Ariadne ferry's captain to return to port.

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