Municipal Port Fund South Dodecanese

Municipal Port Fund South Dodecanese Δημοτικό Λιμενικό Ταμείο Νότιας Δωδεκανήσου

The Municipal Port Fund of South Dodecanese is called upon to offer public utility services and to contribute to commercial, passenger, shipping, tourist and fishing traffic for Rhodes & the islands of Karpathos, Kasos, Kastellorizo, Symi, Tilos & Halki

A strong first half of 2026 for the Port of Rhodes and the South Dodecanese! ⚓From 1 January to 30 June 2026, our ports ...
15/07/2026

A strong first half of 2026 for the Port of Rhodes and the South Dodecanese! ⚓

From 1 January to 30 June 2026, our ports welcomed:

🚢 133 Cruise Ships
👥 172,711 Cruise Passengers
⛴️ 149,273 Ferry Passengers travelling to and from Türkiye

These figures reflect the growing importance of the South Dodecanese as a leading maritime gateway in the Eastern Mediterranean, supporting tourism, local businesses, and regional connectivity.

The Municipal Port Fund of South Dodecanese remains committed to enhancing port infrastructure, improving passenger experience, and working closely with our partners to ensure sustainable growth across our islands.

Thank you to our port staff, shipping companies, cruise lines, local authorities, tourism stakeholders, and every visitor who chose our destinations.

Here’s to an even stronger second half of 2026!

We are proud to announce our membership in Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the world’s leading cruise ind...
15/07/2026

We are proud to announce our membership in Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the world’s leading cruise industry association.

This important step strengthens our commitment to closer collaboration with the global cruise community and supports our vision of positioning the South Dodecanese as a premier year-round cruise destination.

Representing the ports of Rhodes, Karpathos, Symi, Halki, Kastellorizo, Tilos and Kasos, we look forward to contributing to sustainable cruise tourism, enhancing port services, and creating new opportunities for our islands, local communities and industry partners.

Together, we are building stronger connections between destinations and the global cruise industry.

A historic milestone for the Municipal Port Fund of South Dodecanese as its membership in the prestigious MedCruise was ...
15/06/2026

A historic milestone for the Municipal Port Fund of South Dodecanese as its membership in the prestigious MedCruise was officially confirmed during the 68th General Assembly in Palermo, a landmark edition celebrating the 30th anniversary of the association.

It was a great honor to represent the Municipal Port Fund of South Dodecanese and present our destination portfolio, highlighting the unique cruise and maritime tourism potential of Rhodes, Karpathos, Symi, Halki, Tilos, Kastellorizo and Kasos to cruise industry leaders from across the Mediterranean.

This important achievement strengthens the international presence of our islands within the cruise sector and creates new opportunities for collaboration, promotion, sustainable growth, and the development of cruise tourism throughout the South Dodecanese.

A sincere thank you to the Board of Directors of the Municipal Port Fund of South Dodecanese, President Vasileios Vagianakis, and all those who contributed to making this strategic step a reality.

The journey has just begun. Together, we continue working to position the South Dodecanese among the Mediterranean’s leading cruise destinations.

⚓ The high season has officially started at the Port of Rhodes.Busy days, full berths, and thousands of visitors arrivin...
19/05/2026

⚓ The high season has officially started at the Port of Rhodes.

Busy days, full berths, and thousands of visitors arriving from around the world once again highlight the important role of cruise tourism for the island’s economy and local community.

Cruise tourism supports local businesses, creates jobs, strengthens season extension, and keeps Rhodes among the leading destinations in the Eastern Mediterranean.

A full port means a living island. Welcome to Rhodes! ☀️🌍

Μέσα από εικόνες της καθημερινότητας, θυμόμαστε πως το Πάσχα δεν είναι μόνο μια γιορτή — είναι μια υπενθύμιση. ✨Μια υπεν...
10/04/2026

Μέσα από εικόνες της καθημερινότητας, θυμόμαστε πως το Πάσχα δεν είναι μόνο μια γιορτή — είναι μια υπενθύμιση. ✨
Μια υπενθύμιση ότι μέσα από το χάος, τις δυσκολίες και τις προκλήσεις… έρχεται πάντα το φως.

Καλή Ανάσταση με υγεία, δύναμη και ελπίδα για μια νέα αρχή. 🌿🕯️
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Through the everyday moments we capture, Easter reminds us of something deeper. ✨
That even through chaos, challenges, and uncertainty… light always finds its way.

Wishing you a Happy Easter filled with health, strength, and hope for a new beginning. 🌿🕯️

🌍⚓️ South Dodecanese Ports at the Heart of Global Cruise DialogueFrom April 13–16, the Municipal Port Fund of South Dode...
30/03/2026

🌍⚓️ South Dodecanese Ports at the Heart of Global Cruise Dialogue

From April 13–16, the Municipal Port Fund of South Dodecanese proudly participates in Seatrade Cruise Global 2026 at the iconic Miami Beach Convention Center — the world’s leading event for the cruise industry.

Representing Rhodes and the wider South Aegean region, we bring forward a clear vision:
👉 Sustainable growth
👉 Smart port infrastructure
👉 Stronger collaboration between destinations and cruise stakeholders

With over 420+ cruise calls and 540,000+ passengers in Rhodes alone, our region continues to strengthen its position as a key Mediterranean hub — not only for today, but for the future of cruise tourism.

Our presence in Miami is not just about visibility. It’s about shaping the next chapter of cruise tourism through partnerships, innovation, and a shared commitment to quality experiences for both visitors and local communities.

📍 Miami Beach Convention Center
📅 April 13–16, 2026

Let’s build the future of cruise tourism — together.

PortDevelopment SustainableTourism MaritimeTourism CruiseIndustry Miami2026

The President of the Municipal Port Fund of South Dodecanese, Mr. Vasilis Vagianakis, together with the Maritime Tourism...
02/03/2026

The President of the Municipal Port Fund of South Dodecanese, Mr. Vasilis Vagianakis, together with the Maritime Tourism Development Consultant of the Port Fund, Mr. Anastasios Konstantaros, participated in the Panhellenic Yachting Congress 2026, contributing to the national dialogue on the future of yachting and maritime tourism in Greece.

The Congress highlighted the growing importance of the sector for the Greek economy, as well as key developments including institutional reforms, digitalization of procedures, and a €260 million investment program for port infrastructure upgrades.

The ports of the South Dodecanese continue to strengthen their strategic role in positioning Greece as a leading yachting destination in the Mediterranean, supporting sustainable growth and high-quality maritime tourism.

(GR) 🚢📊 Κρουαζιέρα 2025: περισσότερη, καλύτερα κατανεμημένη και με ισχυρό αποτύπωμα όλο τον χρόνο.Το 2025 αποτυπώνει ξεκ...
27/12/2025

(GR) 🚢📊 Κρουαζιέρα 2025: περισσότερη, καλύτερα κατανεμημένη και με ισχυρό αποτύπωμα όλο τον χρόνο.

Το 2025 αποτυπώνει ξεκάθαρα μια νέα δυναμική για την κρουαζιέρα, με αύξηση τόσο στις προσεγγίσεις όσο και στους επιβάτες, αλλά κυρίως με ποιοτικά καλύτερη κατανομή μέσα στο έτος.

🔢 Σύνολο έτους
➡️ 418 κρουαζιερόπλοια & 547.549 επιβάτες το 2025
➡️ 347 πλοία & 458.373 επιβάτες το 2024
📈 +71 πλοία (+20,5%)
📈 +89.176 επιβάτες (+19,5%)

❄️ Χειμερινοί & μεταβατικοί μήνες (Ιαν–Μαρ & Νοε–Δεκ)
➡️ 38 πλοία & 42.005 επιβάτες το 2025
➡️ 17 πλοία & 12.706 επιβάτες το 2024
📊 Σημαντική ενίσχυση που δείχνει επιμήκυνση της σεζόν και καλύτερο προγραμματισμό.

☀️ Κορμός σεζόν (Απρ–Οκτ)
➡️ 380 πλοία & 505.544 επιβάτες το 2025
➡️ 330 πλοία & 445.667 επιβάτες το 2024
📍 Κορύφωση τον Σεπτέμβριο (64 πλοία & 91.119 επιβάτες).

Το 2025 επιβεβαιώνει ότι η κρουαζιέρα μπορεί να λειτουργήσει ως εργαλείο εξισορρόπησης της εποχικότητας, προσφέροντας πιο σταθερά οφέλη για την τοπική οικονομία, την απασχόληση και τον προορισμό συνολικά.
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(ENG) 🚢📊 Cruise Tourism 2025: more, better distributed, and with a strong year-round footprint

2025 clearly reflects a new dynamic for cruise tourism, with growth not only in ship calls and passenger numbers, but—most importantly—with a much improved distribution throughout the year.

🔢 Year totals
➡️ 418 cruise ships & 547,549 passengers in 2025
➡️ 347 ships & 458,373 passengers in 2024
📈 +71 ships (+20.5%)
📈 +89,176 passengers (+19.5%)

❄️ Winter & shoulder months (Jan–Mar & Nov–Dec)
➡️ 38 ships & 42,005 passengers in 2025
➡️ 17 ships & 12,706 passengers in 2024
📊 A strong increase highlighting season extension and more effective cruise planning.

☀️ Core season (Apr–Oct)
➡️ 380 ships & 505,544 passengers in 2025
➡️ 330 ships & 445,667 passengers in 2024
📍 Peak in September with 64 ships & 91,119 passengers.

Overall, 2025 confirms that cruise tourism can act as a key tool to balance seasonality, delivering more stable benefits for the local economy, employment, and the destination as a whole.

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