The OASA Group achieved an 83% increase in revenue and a 58% increase in ticket validations in the first half of 2022 compared to last year. According to his statement Organization of urban transport in Athens, data for the first half of 2022 shows, overall, that each month is approaching pre-pandemic “normal” levels (2019 receipts and approvals). “It is significant that both the fees and endorsements of the first quarter of the year amounted to 63% of the first quarter of 2019,” the message says.

The rise in tourism has also made a positive contribution, as at the beginning of the summer in June, the number of validations reached 71% and fees reached 75% compared to June 2019. 131% increase in approvals and 137% in fees compared to June 2021. Accordingly, July 2022 shows a 52% increase in approvals and a 54% increase in fees from travel products used compared to July 2021 (growth rate in July less than June). due to the fact that in July 2021 the tourist flow increased significantly).

The organization achieved an increase in collections by 83%,

In addition to the growth in endorsements and collections, there has been significant growth in the market for online mobility products. In the two years from 2021 to 2022, the number of users increased dramatically compared to previous years, which is also reflected in online shopping revenue.

In particular, the Internet shows in the first half of 2022 the largest revenue growth compared to the corresponding half of 2021, with a growth of 238%, while in absolute terms it approaches sales during the “normal” periods (2019) more than all other sales channels.

“Public transport in Athens is the most economical, safe and reliable means of transportation. Maintaining the ticket price at the same level, despite the increase in fuel prices due to the global energy crisis, as well as the continuous improvement of the transport network, again makes public transport the main choice of passengers. public for movements in the city network,” the OASA said in a related statement.