HSW’s HIGHSPEED 3 Enters Service on Piraeus–Cyclades–Heraklion Route

May 23, 2025

On 16 May 2025, HIGHSPEED 3 began commercial operations for Hellenic Seaways, serving the Piraeus–Syros–Mykonos–Naxos–Ios–Santorini–Heraklion route. The vessel will operate on this line until 6 October 2025.

  • Acquired: Early September 2024 from Fast Ferries
  • Purpose: To strengthen Attica Group’s presence in the Crete service market
  • Operates alongside: Highspeed 4

Schedule:

  • Daily departure from Heraklion at 07:30
  • Daily departure from Piraeus at 08:30

With the addition of Highspeed 3, Attica Group aims to enhance connectivity between Piraeus, the Cyclades, and Crete, offering high-speed service during the busy summer season.