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Greek Shipping Minister Visits Heraklion Port During Crete Tour

Monday, 20 April 2026/SourceFlashnews/1 min read
Greece's Minister of Shipping and Island Policy, Vasilis Kikilias, visited the Heraklion Port Authority this morning as part of a two-day official tour of Crete. The visit included a broad government meeting with port officials and local stakeholders. Heraklion Port is the island's main gateway for ferry connections to Athens (Piraeus) and other Greek islands, handling millions of passengers each season. While no specific policy changes affecting tourists were announced, ministerial attention to the port signals ongoing government focus on maritime infrastructure in Crete. Visitors traveling by ferry to or from Heraklion should check their operator's schedule as usual, since no disruptions were reported in connection with the visit. The port is located in central Heraklion, within walking distance of the old town and Koules Fortress.

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