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Industrial production in Greece surged by 6.8% year-on-year in September 2025, after a revised 2.8% decline in the prior month.This ended two consecutive months of decline and marked the strongest growth since July 2024, as output rebounded sharply for manufacturing (7.6% vs -0.8% in August) and electricity (5.3% vs -8.9%).On a seasonally adjusted monthly basis, industrial output rose by 4.6% in September, rebounding from a 4.1% drop in August. Source link

In Evia’s sylvan north, peaks clad with bright green pine trees soar above beaches where the water glows with emerald intensity. To the south, there are coves lapped by aquamarine seas. Can it sometimes take the pluck of a pirate to find them? Yes, but travelers undeterred by narrow roads and switchback curves will be richly rewarded.“Evia offers an authentic slice of Greece that feels both timeless and undiscovered. Just a short drive or ferry from Athens, it’s a land of lush mountains, thermal springs, unspoiled beaches, and charming villages where traditions run deep," says Yannis Plexousakis, deputy director of the Greek National Tourist Organization in North America. He adds that travelers can “hike scenic trails, savor local wines and seafood, and immerse themselves in genuine Greek ...

 The Greece–Egypt electrical interconnection “GREGY,” a project of strategic importance, is expected to serve as a lever for lowering energy costs for Greek households, fundamentally changing the landscape of the domestic electricity market.At the same time, it will enable industries and electricity suppliers to sign long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) at stable and competitive prices.The wholesale price of electricity delivered to Greece through the cable is expected to be cheaper by €15–20 per megawatt-hour (MWh) than current levels by the end of the decade. This was stated by a senior executive of the Copelouzos Group — which is developing the project through its company Elica — speaking to journalists on the sidelines of the 6th Transatlantic Energy Cooperation Summit (P-TEC) he...

Home » HOTEL NEWS » Emblems Collection by Accor to Open Luxury Hotels in Europe, Canada, and Greece Published on November 10, 2025Accor has announced that its Emblems Collection portfolio will extend luxury hotel offerings to later this year open 6 new hotels within Italy, Canada, and Greece. Emblems Collection will offer its guests exclusive access to authentic 5-star luxury hotel experiences, combining each area’s distinct wellness offerings, authentic connections, and unsurpassed luxury. The Collection promises each hotel will offer profound and deeply personalized hospitality.Expanding Luxury Travel with Emblems CollectionThe Emblems Collection focuses on properties that blend timeless elegance with a deep connection to the local culture and natural environment. With an emphasis on i...

ATHENS – KIEFER has announced its deployment of NVIDIA DGX BasePOD infrastructure with NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs and NVIDIA Mission Control software, establishing advanced AI compute capabilities within Greece while ensuring 100% renewable energy powering for all operations. This initiative is designed to create a comprehensive AI ecosystem that spans research, education, industry applications, and startup acceleration to accelerate Greece’s trajectory toward technological sovereignty and stimulate innovation across diverse economic sectors. Revolutionary AI infrastructure meets sustainable innovation Central to this collaboration is the development of Sophea.ai, a Greek-specific Large Language Model designed to provide superior performance with deep understanding of Greek language, cultural c...

What is the role of the Greek Foreign Investors Council in the field of renewable energy?The Foreign Investors Council in Greece (FIC) was established in 2024 to promote best practices and attract foreign direct investment. Its core mission is to support and facilitate collaboration among all stakeholders, including the Greek Government. Currently, the Council has 20 members and companies, most of which are active in renewable energy investment. FIC aims to accelerate Greece’s energy transition through advocacy and information exchange, such as sharing successful co-location project examples from other countries to raise awareness. FIC works closely with the PV industry association Helapco and is seeking to expand cooperation with wind energy associations in the future.Which countries are ...

Home » Greece » Greece Travel News » Greece Takes the Lead in Off‑Season Tourism with Government’s Strategic Focus to Boost Travel Year‑Round Published on November 10, 2025Greece is making significant strides to boost its tourism sector by promoting off‑season travel, positioning itself as an attractive destination for visitors throughout the year. This move by the Greek government aims to spread tourist traffic beyond the bustling summer months, focusing on autumn and winter travel. The initiative led by the Greek National Tourism Organisation (GNTO) and the Ministry of Tourism is expected to enhance the country’s appeal as a year-round holiday destination.By promoting travel from October to March, Greece hopes to capitalize on the off‑season period. According to the Ministry of Tourism...

The annual inflation rate in Greece rose to 2% in October 2025, from 1.9% in the previous month.Cost accelerated for food and non-alcoholic beverages (1.5% vs 1.4% in August), housing (3% vs 0.2%), alcoholic beverages and tobacco (1.2% vs 1%), recreation and culture (1.5% vs 1%), health (3.6% vs 0.1%), and hotels, cafés, and restaurants (6.1% vs 5.9%).On the other hand, prices slowed for clothing and footwear (5% vs 5.2%), and transport (0.4% vs 2.7%), and prices fell for household equipment (-0.4% vs 0.4%).On a monthly basis, consumer prices increased by 0.1% in October, after a 0.8% rise in September. Source link

Greece continues to rank among Europe’s most preferred destinations, maintaining its appeal beyond the summer peak. According to the “Monitoring Sentiment for Intra-European Travel” report (Wave 23) by the European Travel Commission (ETC), Greece ranks seventh among the top ten European destinations that travelers from ten key European markets (Germany, the United Kingdom, France, the Netherlands, Italy, Belgium, Switzerland, Spain, Poland and Austria) plan to visit between October 2025 and March 2026, securing a five percent share. Preferred countries for next intra-European trip (Horizon October ‘25 – March ‘26) Spain (12 percent) leads the list, followed by Italy and France (8 percent each), Germany (7 percent), Portugal (6 percent), and the United Kingdom (5 percent). Greece shares it...

a. Freedom of the Press The constitution and law provided for freedom of expression, including for members of the press and other media, and the government generally respected this right. An independent media, an effective judiciary, and a functioning democratic political system combined to promote freedom of expression, including for media members. Domestic and international agencies, however, reported that journalists and media outlets faced pressure to avoid criticizing the government or reporting scandals. The constitution and law protected freedom of expression but allowed restrictions on speech inciting discrimination, hatred, or violence against persons or groups based on their race, skin color, religion, descent, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, sex “ide...