Residents of Achlada, Greece, are protesting the dangerous conditions on the Achlada-Meliti road, heavily trafficked by trucks transporting lignite at high speeds. The protests coincide with concerns over the potential closure of the Meliti power station, which could lead to…
Greece’s economy is projected to grow above the Eurozone and EU averages, with GDP forecasts of 2.1% in 2024, 2.3% in 2025, and 2.2% in 2026, primarily driven by the Recovery and Resilience Plan. Inflation is expected to decline steadily…
In the third quarter of 2024, Greek businesses reported a 4.4% increase in revenue, totaling €128.2 billion, compared to €122.8 billion in the same period the previous year. The mining and quarrying sector led growth with an impressive 18.4% rise,…
At the inauguration of the 39th Philoxenia International Tourism Exhibition in Thessaloniki, Apostolos Tzitzikostas, the newly appointed European Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism, outlined a comprehensive strategy for developing tourism across Europe and Greece. Emphasizing the sector’s vital role…
Wood prices in Greece have decreased to €75-€80 per cubic meter, down from €100 last year, as colder weather has spurred a rise in demand. Panagiotis Nestoridis, a wood trader, noted a shift towards wood as a heating source, predicting…
Managing bodies in Greek apartment complexes are responsible for submitting data required for heating allowance applications via the myΘέρμανση platform. To avoid processing delays ahead of the December 6 submission deadline, managers must accurately input tax IDs, electricity supply numbers,…
Lesbos has seen a remarkable increase in tourism this year, with 76,946 charter arrivals recorded—an increase of 44.31% compared to last year. This surge nearly matches the peak of 2014, a record year for the island. Key markets included the…
Greek Development Minister T. Theodorikakos announced a substantial funding initiative of €300 million aimed at revitalizing Thessaly’s economy over the next two years. During a business dinner in Larissa, he highlighted that Thessaly and border areas will benefit from a…
Greece’s Development Minister, Takis Theodorikakos, announced a new investment program aimed at border regions, set to commence in 2025. This initiative seeks to enhance economic activity along Greece’s borders and improve the country’s trade balance, which remains a concern despite…
The 10th Export Summit emphasized the critical role of investments in driving economic growth, as the Exporters Association sets ambitious goals for the coming years. Association President assured that Greek exports would remain unaffected by Donald Trump’s election. Northern Greece’s…
A recent event by the Public Employment Service (ΔΥΠΑ) in Thessaloniki attracted numerous citizens seeking job opportunities or guidance for starting their own businesses. Over the past five years, ΔΥΠΑ has implemented more than 50 employment programs, aiding over 180,000…
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with executives from major European chemical companies at an industry conference in Athens. The discussion focused on enhancing the competitiveness of the European chemical sector, addressing energy costs, and balancing economic growth with effective green…
