December 13, 2024
- Purpose: To promote sustainable growth and reduce carbon emissions in Greek port zones through the DECOMPRES project, “Decarbonising the Greek Comprehensive Ports.”
- Funding:
- Approved for a total of €9,670,000 under the European Commission’s “Connecting Europe Facility (CEF)” programme.
- 85% of funding comes from the Cohesion Fund.
- Scope:
- The first collaborative effort involving multiple Greek ports within the EU’s Trans-European Transport Network’s supplementary network.
- Aims to foster knowledge sharing and collaboration.
- Focus Areas:
- Aligns with European directives for green port transformations.
- Involves the installation of ship electrification infrastructure to reduce reliance on traditional fuels.
- Construction of ship electrification facilities includes:
- 4 positions in Rafina Port.
- Technical studies for:
- 9 positions in Lavrio Port.
- 11 positions in Corfu Port.
- 9 positions in Kavala Port.
- Consortium Members:
- Coordinated by Lavrio Port Authority SA, partnered with Rafina, Corfu, and Kavala Port Authorities, along with Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund, HEDNO (electricity distribution), PROTASIS, HYDRUS, GATES, and NTUA’s Laboratory of Maritime Transport.
This initiative sets a benchmark for sustainable maritime practices, reflecting the commitment of Greek ports to green growth and innovation.
Photo: A kickoff meeting was held on Thursday, 5 December 2024, at Lavrio Port Authority’s offices.
