Greek tugs take first steps towards the future
- New legislation and a 2023 presidential decree have begun aligning Greek towage with European and international safety norms after 30 years of delay
- For years, outdated rules shielded tug owners and placed responsibility on shipmasters, leaving ports vulnerable and safety standards unenforced
- About 45 new tugs have entered service in three years, including modern ASD units, marking the sector’s biggest upgrade in decades
Greece’s port towage sector is finally being reformed
