Back to newsGreece's Minister of Shipping and Island Policy, Vasilis Kikilias, visited the Central Port Authority of Heraklion on April 20, 2026, meeting with port officials and representatives of local organizations. The visit is part of ongoing government engagement with major Greek ports and island infrastructure. Heraklion port serves as Crete's primary ferry hub, connecting the island to Piraeus (Athens) and several Aegean islands. While no immediate changes to ferry services were announced, ministerial visits of this kind often precede policy decisions related to port operations, capacity, or maritime regulations. Tourists traveling to or from Crete by ferry should check current schedules with operators such as ANEK Lines or Minoan Lines, as any future operational updates would be communicated through official port and ferry company channels.
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Greek Shipping Minister Visits Heraklion Port in Island Infrastructure Push
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