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Mar 20
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Attica Group: Fleet Renewal Programme Is in Full Swing

By 2026 Newsletter week 12

Attica Group announced its fleet renewal program which is currently in progress. Three younger ships will join the fleet, six older ships will leave Attica Group.

Attica Group will purchase two Aero Highspeed Catamaran vessels from China: MEI ZHU HU and JIN ZHU HU (Brødrene Aa 2016 and 2017).

They will replace FLYING CAT 3, 4, 5 and 6 on the Saronic Service as the AERO HIGHSPEED 4 and 5. (brand: Hellenic Seaways)

SeaJets has agreed to buy five fast ferries from Attica Group (FLYING CAT 3, 4, 5 and 6, and HIGHSPEED 4) for EUR 25 million. The four Flying Cats have been operating on the Argosaronic Gulf routes, while HIGHSPEED 4 was operating every summer season on the Cyclades routes.

Five-year bareboat charter agreed for RoPax GNV BRIDGE, with a contractual purchase obligation. The ship, to be renamed SUPERFAST V, is expected in May 2026 and will replace LEFKA ORI (1987) on Adriatic services.

RoPax KYDON (1990) will be bareboat chartered. An agreement has been signed with an unknown company for a four-year charter and a contractual purchase obligation at the end of the period.

Together with two E-FLEXER vessels due in 2027, the Adriatic fleet’s average age will drop to 8.6 years.

Mar 13
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GNV BRIDGE Chartered To Attica Group

By 2026 Newsletter week 11

According to recent information, Attica Group has proceeded with the bareboat charter of the RoPax GNV BRIDGE.

The vessel has been chartered by GNV from Visentini since her delivery in 2021. She is expected to arrive in Greece in late April and will be renamed SUPERFAST V.

Before entering service, the ship will receive new Superfast Ferries livery during May.

SUPERFAST V will replace the RoPax LEFKA ORI on the PATRAS – IGOUMENITSA – CORFU – VENICE route, with entry into service expected in late May 2026.

Built in Italy by Cantieri Navali Visentini (2021), the vessel has capacity for 950 passengers (157 cabins) and 2,566 lane metres of freight. Service speed is 23 knots.

Jan 16
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Attica Group: Keel Plates Laid for Second E-Flexer

By 2026 Newsletter week 03

The keel plates of the second E-Flexer-type RoPax vessel for Superfast Ferries (WO 288) were laid down a few days ago at China Merchants Industry Weihai Shipyard.

Both vessels are scheduled for delivery in 2027 (spring and summer). They are certified as “methanol-ready” and carry the “battery-ready” notation.

 

Rendering: Stena RoRo / Superfast

Jan 16
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Attica Group: Keel Plates Laid for Second E-Flexer

By 2026 Newsletter week 03

The keel plates of the second E-Flexer-type RoPax vessel for Superfast Ferries (WO 288) were laid down a few days ago at China Merchants Industry Weihai Shipyard.

Both vessels are scheduled for delivery in 2027 (spring and summer). They are certified as “methanol-ready” and carry the “battery-ready” notation.

 

Rendering: Stena RoRo / Superfast

Oct 24
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Attica Group to Launch New Ferry Route

By 2025 Newsletter week 43

On 16 October 2025, the Coastal Transport Council of the Hellenic Ministry of Shipping and Insular Policy approved a new ferry route at the request of Attica Group.

The new Piraeus–Milos–Crete (Chania/Souda) line will be operated by RoPax ARIADNE and RoPax KISSAMOS. Departures from Piraeus are scheduled for 22:00, arriving in Milos at 02:35 and Souda at 07:00. The return service from Souda will depart at 21:00, arriving in Milos at 01:30 and Piraeus at 06:10.

The new line will strengthen connectivity between Crete, the Cyclades, and Piraeus, offering additional travel and freight options.

Oct 03
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Attica Group H1 2025 Financial Results

By 2025 Newsletter week 40
  • Revenue: €326.6m (+3% vs H1 2024).
  • EBITDA: €4.1m (down from €19.5m).
  • Net Results: Loss of €52.3m (incl. €17.3m non-recurring costs) vs loss of €23.8m in H1 2024.
  • Operating Costs: €321.0m (+14%), mainly due to emission allowances, regulatory compliance, inflation, and payroll.
  • Cash: €78.6m (31.06.2025).
  • Investments: €46.5m in fleet energy upgrades and hotel renovations.

Traffic Volumes

  • 7m passengers (-3.6%).
  • 456k private vehicles (-1.3%).
  • 276k freight units (+3.8%).
  • 8,272 sailings (-1.6%).

Fleet & Strategy

  • 37 vessels: 25 RoPax, 10 highspeed, 2 RoRo.
  • New E-Flexer vessels on order with hybrid propulsion.
  • Sale and recycling of older vessels, reducing average fleet age to 24.9 years.
  • Ongoing hotel investments in Tinos and Naxos.
  • Digitalisation (Seanthesis project) to enhance passenger services.

Outlook

  • Inflation and geopolitical uncertainty impacting traffic.
  • Despite higher environmental costs, ticket prices largely unchanged to stimulate demand.
  • Management focused on cost optimisation, revenue growth, and sustainable development.

Source: Attica Group

Jul 25
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Attica Group Launches “seamore” App

By 2025 Newsletter week 30
  • Attica Group introduces seamore, a new mobile app offering a more personalised, intuitive, and seamless travel experience.
  • Available across all Attica brands: Superfast Ferries, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, and Anek Lines.
  • Key features include:
    • Faster bookings with auto-filled personal, vehicle, and pet data.
    • Access to travel history and upcoming trips.
    • Seamless redemption of SeaSmiles points.
    • Unified login across all Attica websites.
  • Part of Attica’s “Seanthesis” digital transformation programme, launched in 2023.
  • The app will be continuously updated with features supporting all stages of the journey.
Jul 11
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Attica Group Publishes Its 16th Sustainability Report

By 2025 Newsletter week 28

Attica Group has released its 16th Responsible and Sustainable Development Report, confirming its commitment to ESG performance and sustainable growth.

Key highlights from the 2024 report include:

  • Global ESG Recognition: For the second consecutive year, Attica Group was ranked among the top 23% of global transportation companies by S&P Global’s Corporate Sustainability Assessment. Its ESG score improved by 19.4% compared to 2023.
  • Decarbonisation Roadmap: The Group remains on track to reduce CO₂ emissions per mile by 14% by 2030 (vs. 2019), implementing a multi-layered strategy aligned with international climate goals.
  • Climate Risk Disclosure: First Greek company to include a Climate Change Study in its financial statements, incorporating short-, medium-, and long-term scenarios (+1.5°C, +2°C, +3°C).
  • Social Impact: Distributed €974.5 million in total economic value, a 43.2% increase year-on-year. Discounted ferry tickets offered for social programmes rose from 120,000 (2023) to 320,000 (2024).
  • Human Capital: Over 14,000 hours of staff training delivered in 2024.
  • Corporate Social Responsibility: Active support programmes were implemented in 100% of the Greek islands the company serves.
  • Governance: A 91% increase in published governance indicators since 2018, with continued alignment to global best practices.
Jun 27
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Attica Group Supports Social Tourism Programme for 6th Year

By 2025 Newsletter week 26
  • Attica Group continues its participation in Greece’s Social Tourism Programme 2025–2026.
  • Over 193,000 beneficiaries have travelled with discounted fares since 2020.
  • In 2025–2026, the programme will benefit 325,000 eligible travellers, including unemployed individuals, pensioners, and workers.
  • Attica offers 75% discounts on round-trip fares; some groups (e.g., people with disabilities) travel free.
  • Valid from 1 June 2025 to 31 May 2026 across domestic routes served by Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, and ANEK Lines.