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Cosco

With Sea Level On the Rise Greece Envisions a Thousand Cruise Ships

2021-11-07 by Phil Butler

Piraeus Port Authority-PPA/OLP-COSCO Shipping

What will it take for Greece’s decision makers to stop paying lip service to sustainable tourism for the future?

Tags: Cosco, cruise news, cruise pollution, GNTO, greece cruises, Jet2, overtourism, Piraeus Port Authority, Pireaus Port, PPA, Santorini overtourism, sustainable tourism, Vassilis Kikilias, WTM, Yu Zenggang

Greece News Briefs for October 8th, 2021

2021-10-08 by Argophilia Travel News

COSCO SAGITTARIUS & KOLGA

The top stories from Greece. Evia Island workers prepare for rainy season, while COSCO ups its share of Piraeus Port.

Tags: Cosco, COVID-19 Greece, EODY, Evia Island, HRADF, Marios Themistocleous

Greek Seamen’s Union calls 24-hour Ferry Strike for September 24th

2019-09-17 by Argophilia Travel News

The Chakli Ferry

The union representing Greece’s seamen called a 24-hour strike for September 24th on fears wages and rights will be hurt by new investors.

Tags: Cosco, Greece Ferry, Greek ferries, Greek Islands, Greek Isles, Greek Seamen, Pengfei Zhang

Shipping Minister Yannis Plakiotakis Gives “Go Ahead” on Cosco Moves

2019-07-20 by Phil Butler

Piraeus Port

The Cosco-managed Piraeus Port Authority (PPA), is set to re-file a master plan after a green light from Greece’s new shipping minister.

Tags: Cosco, Greece privatization, Greek ports, Greek Shipping Minister, Piraeus Port Authority, Pireaus Port Hotel, Yannis Plakiotakis

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Peskesi special

Crete’s Peskesi Triumphs at EU Organic Awards 2025

Desecration as Policy: Crete Mowed Under for Profiteering

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Heraklion Buried in Trash as Workers Call for State of Emergency

Crete faces tension over migrant facilities

Crete Debates Migrant Facilities Amid Safety and Health Concerns

Crete’s stray cats define the island’s streets, but overpopulation raises problems for locals and tourists.

Too Many Cats, Too Little Care

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Stories of Interest

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5 Top Tips for Planning Your Dream Holiday

2025-09-28 By Argophilia Travel News

Discover 5 top tips for planning your dream holiday. From budgeting and timing to hidden gems and stress-free booking, make your trip unforgettable.

Cuvier’s beaked whale

Cuvier’s Beaked Whales Wash Ashore in Crete

2025-09-25 By Manuel Santos

The organization ARION confirmed a mass stranding of Cuvier’s beaked whales (Ziphius cavirostris) on the coasts of southeastern Crete.

Peskesi special

Crete’s Peskesi Triumphs at EU Organic Awards 2025

2025-09-25 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion’s Peskesi was named Best Organic Restaurant at the EU Organic Awards. The Cretan eatery outshone over 100 European entries.

The Chorus of Autumn Crows

The Chorus of Autumn Crows

2025-09-25 By Victoria Udrea

In autumn, crows gather outside windows with a noisy chorus — part annoyance, part seasonal ritual. A lyrical tale of their racket and the crooked music of change.

Birds of Crete

The Birds of Crete: Small Singers, Loud Landlords

2025-09-25 By Manuel Santos

In Crete, finches, doves, blackbirds, and crows share the skies — not always peacefully. A cheeky guide to the island’s feathered residents.

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