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Heraklion honors maritime crews keeping Crete connected

Thursday, 25 June 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

The Heraklion Port Authority recently held a ceremony to honor maritime workers, recognizing the essential but often overlooked crews and staff who keep Crete's sea connections running daily. These include port workers, ferry crew members, coast guard personnel, and others whose work ensures safe passage for both goods and passengers traveling to and from the island. Heraklion is Crete's main port, handling ferry routes to Piraeus (Athens) and several Aegean islands. The event highlights the importance of maritime transport to Crete's economy and tourism infrastructure. For visitors arriving by ferry, operations at Heraklion Port continue as normal. Travelers planning to use ferry services should check schedules directly with operators such as ANEK Lines or Minoan Lines, as seasonal timetables apply throughout summer 2026.

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