The conference of the Association of Passenger Shipping Companies (SEEN) which took place on Tuesday Jan.14 addressed the issue of the cost of ferry services due to the transitioning to new fuels.
This trend largely comes as a result of decreased disposable income due to inflation, particularly higher costs for tickets (50%) and accommodation (48%).
Despite mounting pressure, Minister of Maritime Affairs, Christos Stylianides, stands firm on market freedom, cautioning against price interventions.