Port of Piraeus – Athens

⚓ Port of Piraeus – Athens, Greece 📍 Coordinates: 37.950° N, 23.638° E 🗺 Nautical Charts: Greek Hydrographic Service – Attica / Saronic Gulf Charts 🌐 Official Info: Piraeus Port Authority S.A. (PPA S.A.) – 🏛️ The Port of Piraeus is the principal sea gateway of Athens and Greece’s largest port by passenger and container traffic. It is also one of the busiest ports in the Mediterranean region, responsible for commercial cargo, ferries to the islands, cruise ships, and maritime services for the surrounding Attica region. Operated by the Piraeus Port Authority S.A., it supports a wide range of maritime infrastructure and services. 🛠️ Services & Facilities Berth Infrastructure: Quays for large container vessels, ferries, Ro-Ro vessels, as well as terminals for cruise and passenger ships Depth & Size: Depths in major areas are approximately 11–12 m or more; channel depth is cited as “23.2 m – over” in specialised port listings Passenger Terminal: Dedicated cruise ship terminals (Terminal A, B, C) capable of handling large passenger volumes. Cargo Handling: Includes container terminals (Terminals 1-3) with multi-million TEU capacity; general cargo, vehicle terminals and storage facilities. Utilities & Services: Supply of fresh-water, electricity (shore power), waste reception facilities, shore services, ISPS security compliance. Transport Links: Excellent connectivity to Athens (via metro, suburban rail, buses, taxis) and proximity to Athens International Airport 📞 Contacts Piraeus Port Authority S.A. Address: 10 Akti Miaouli, 185 38 Piraeus, Greece Phone: +30 210 4550000 / +30 210 4550100 / +30 210 3274400 Email: olp@olp.gr / info@hraf.gr Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) Piraeus VHF channels 13/14/15 phone +30 21313 74777 🚨 Emergency & Useful Contacts General Emergency Services (Police/ Fire/ Ambulance): 112 Port Authority/Coast Guard: +30 210 4550000 (as above) Note: Additional specific VTS/Coast Guard numbers should be confirmed directly with PPA S.A. or the Hellenic Coast Guard official listings. 🧭 Visitor & Mariner Notes Due to the port’s high traffic and vast scope, advance coordination with the port authority for berthing instructions and arrival procedures is strongly advised. Monitor VHF channels: 12 or 16, and ensure communications are established with the VTS when approaching. The port enforces strict environmental and waste-disposal regulations; compliance is mandatory. For recreational yachts, berthing may be limited; alternate marinas may need to be considered.