At a time when the global commercial chessboard is changing rapidly and maritime freight flows are rearranged, European ports reinforce their key role in growth and competitiveness. In the Balkan region and southeastern Europe, Strategic investment in port infrastructure and digital technologies promote the connectivity and durability of the supply chain.
In this environment, The port of Thessaloniki It makes a decisive leap to the future, with the launch of the largest development project of its history: the expansion of the 6th pier. With the investment of more than 250 million euros, including equipment, Thessaloniki reinforces its position in the Mediterranean Port Industry, as a key transit hub for the Balkans and Central Europe. The implementation of project implementation is not limited to upgrading infrastructure, but marks a new era with multiplier benefits for the society and economy of the region.
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Infrastructure and Logistics of the new generation
The extension of the pier 6 marks the port entrance to a new development era. Upon completion, Thessaloniki will ensure the simultaneous service of a larger number of containers and will also be able to serve container ships Ultra Large Container Vessels, up to 24,000 TEUs, as its port will be the only one in northern Greece with these possibilities. This significant upgrade of its infrastructure ranks Thessaloniki among the leading Mediterranean ports that manage large volumes of loads, essentially enhancing its role as an international transit and trade center.
Increasing the capacity and commercial activity of the port contributes to providing even more competitive cargo transport solutions to many destinations in SE Europe. This advantage is reinforced by the expansion of OLTH to the Dry Ports sector, with the aim of enhancing the connectivity of the port of Thessaloniki and upgrading logistics and temporary storage services. As part of its development strategy, the organization participates in the competition to exploit the former Gonos camp, with the aim of creating a directly linked to the Port of Freight Park, in collaboration with specialized logistics companies. This investment design further strengthens the supply chain ecosystem in the region, offering faster service times and attracting additional investment, with multiple benefits for businesses and the local economy.
A port with a steady upward course
Extension of pier 6 seals the steady upward course of OLTH, further enhancing his strategic role. In a period of international volatility, the Agency is performing strong: in 2024, total revenue exceeded 100 million euros, while a record of trafficking and volumes of loads in all its basic sectors of its activities was recorded, with a high trafficking history (566,000 TEUs) at the container station. The updated Master Plan, with a crowning of pier 6, includes investments in modern infrastructure, technologies and equipment, further enhancing the competitiveness and extroversion of the port.
At the same time, Thessaloniki It is strengthened as a destination on the map of the Mediterranean cruise. The new, modern cruise station “Alexander the Great” and the constant upgrading of infrastructure and services make the port selection of cruise companies for their routes, enhancing the traffic and tourist profile of the city and the wider area. The benefit of this dynamic is spreading to the local community, offering business opportunities and upgrading the image of Thessaloniki to the international market.
Strategic vision and positive outlook
A city with modern, dynamically growing port can look at the future with confidence, Knowing that competitive port infrastructure brings investment, know -how and new prospects in the economy and society. The development course of the TLA in the coming years is translated into tangible benefits for Thessaloniki and the country: more jobs, upgraded infrastructure, new entrepreneurship opportunities and enhancing the city’s extroversion.
Thessaloniki, by a traditional regional port, It turns into a modern international hub of transport, trade and innovation, highlighting its role not only as a protagonist in northern Greece, but also as a key reference point for the whole of Southeast Europe.