His intention to develop his ports Heraklion And her Igoumenitsa ultimately for the benefit of both the group and the Greek economy, said Grimaldi Group President Emmanuele Grimaldi during a press conference in Sorrento, Italy.

Speaking at the 25th Euromed conference, he explained that, unlike other financial investors, he is not looking for profit and does not intend to raise commissions. “I am the largest user of the ports and I want them to develop and improve their services,” he said characteristically, adding that especially in Igoumenitsa, his plans include the development of trade roads around the axis of Egnatia. “And why not Piraeus,” he added, explaining that this could be a new trading portal for Greece.

As for the takeover of ANEK Attica, he only commented that he is waiting for the completion of the agreement and the decision of the tender commission on it. When asked if he was interested in buying Attica, he replied that a potential buyer and a potential seller were needed to conclude a contract. “And at this stage, I have not been informed that Attica is for sale,” said Emmanuel Grimaldi.

Recall that the Grimaldi group, together with its subsidiary Minoan Lines, claims 67% of the authorized capital of the Igoumenitsa Port Authority in a tender held by TAIPED. According to the information, he was asked to submit an improved binding proposal, as well as the Port Authority of Thessaloniki, which is a different bidder.

The Grimaldi – Minoan Lines scheme is one of the contenders for 67% of the Thessaloniki Port Authority, which is also up for auction by TAIPED. The submission of mandatory proposals for this tender is expected in the first quarter of 2023. Seven more consortiums passed the second stage.