Filo Jet's captain says the bow broke from the waves, as the death toll reaches 8 and 18 people remain missing
A passenger ferry carrying 267 people overturned off Turkish-Occupied Northern Cyprus after taking on water, leaving survivors clinging to its hull as rescue teams searched waters more than 500 meters deep
Ferry services resume from Rafina and Lavrio this evening, with extra departures added to handle the summer travel surge ahead of the August 15 holiday, while Piraeus sailings continue
High-speed boats ferrying tourists between idyllic islands have turned Odyssean for some travelers, who say they’ve never been more seasick
Thousands are leaving Athens for the islands, with 24 ferries scheduled to depart Piraeus on Thursday and ship occupancy reaching up to 96% on popular routes.
Greece's shipping minister defended stable ferry fares, highlighted more than 1,800 vessel inspections, addressed the recent Souda port collision, and announced plans to recruit 500 new coast guard officers.
The fighter jet, which made an emergency landing on the Ionian island last week after a reported in-flight fire, was transported overnight to the mainland after being partially dismantled for the journey.
Business and legal groups say a missing year-round ferry connection is leaving several Cyclades islands isolated, increasing transport costs and disrupting travel for residents and businesses.
The Blue Star 2 was carrying 952 passengers and 98 crew members at the time of the alert, authorities said.
Strong winds and rough seas made docking difficult for the ferry Aikaterini at the Greek island of Folegandros, with video showing the vessel struggling against large waves before safely completing its approach
Passengers panicked as the smoke set off alarms and sprinklers aboard a ferry en route to Lesbos
Thousands leave cities by road and sea on Good Friday. Authorities remain on alert to manage traffic and ferry departures
According to the coast guard, the high-speed ferry is carrying 459 passengers on board, while the vessel was also transporting 21 passenger cars and five motorcycles
Four schoolgirls traveling on a ferry to Crete were terrified after a 45-year-old man allegedly entered their cabin at night. Crew and fellow students intervened, restraining the man until authorities arrived
Greek ports shut down as maritime workers protest sailors stranded in the Middle East and demand their immediate evacuation from a war zone.
Strong winds reaching up to 9 Beaufort have grounded vessels in Piraeus, Rafina and Lavrio, with additional disruptions on local island routes. Authorities will reassess conditions after 5 p.m.
Gale-force winds have suspended most ferry routes nationwide, while severe weather in northwestern Greece has caused flight disruptions, landslides, and damage to roads and utilities
Greek authorities launch an investigation after a 76-year-old passenger was violently attacked by another driver aboard the ferry “Ariadne” near Chania. The port captain has been temporarily removed pending a formal administrative inquiry
Greek unions halt passenger- ferry services for 24 hours demanding stricter safety after a 20-year-old crew member dies aboard Blue Star Chios
A young sailor was fatally injured after being trapped in a watertight door aboard the Blue Star Chios sailed from Rhodes to Piraeus, prompting unions to call a 24-hour strike