Following the launch of an official tender a year ago, the Cyprus Shipping Deputy Ministry (SDM) has launched the honor of a tender to reinstate a maritime traveler link between Cyprus and Greece, after a 21-year hiatus.
Following an official analysis process, the agreement for Tender No. SDM 14/2021 was granted to Scandro Holding LTD – a joint endeavor between ship administration organization Acheon Akti and trip operator Top Kinisis. The organization ended up being created because of the ultimate aim of linking Cyprus and Greece by ocean.
Taking into consideration the expected regular changes sought after, the Cyprus-flagged ferry, DALEELA, will do 22 return sailings throughout the summertime duration from Summer to September through the duration of the three-year agreement. Your way from Limassol to Piraeus takes 30 hours.
The Ro-Ro vessel, DALEELA, features ability to carry 400 individuals – 110 in high grade cabins, 110 in second-class cabins and 110 in aircraft seating. The vessel can also be with the capacity of holding automobiles and functions a 300-seat restaurant, café, and health services.
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The solution are subsidized by condition resources, prior to europe guidelines regulating something of General Economic Interest, of €5.475 million yearly when it comes to three-year agreement, with a potential expansion for an additional three-years.
Vassilios Demetriades, Cyprus Shipping Deputy Minister Credit: Cyprus Shipping Deputy Ministry
On awarding the effective tender, Vassilios Demetriades, Cyprus Shipping Deputy Minister, commented: “Scandro Holding LTD ended up being the effective applicant from lots of competitive tenders because of this solution. We’re stoked up about this website link, beginning as soon as possible, that has been excitedly expected because of the district. It Is hugely good for the location all together, offering alternate connection to the residents while advertising maritime tourism between Cyprus and continental European Countries, with low fares.
“Cyprus features a solid maritime infrastructure, and also this brand-new center shows our dedication to continuing to create our commitment along with the rest associated with the Mediterranean and past. We’re presently examining the possibility expansion associated with the connect to a 3rd neighbouring nation, beyond Greece. This aligns with your lasting maritime method which advocates collaboration, and certainly will play a role in a better-connected European area.”
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DALEELA’s very first voyage takes put on 19 Summer 2022 together with last one because of this 12 months are on 16 September 2022.
The Shipping Deputy Ministry delivered the primary terms associated with the tender during an open conference on 29th November 2021.
For extra information concerning Cyprus’ new ferry website link, see: https://www.dms.gov.cy/dms/shipping.nsf/home_en/home_en?openform
Source: Cyprus Shipping Deputy Ministry
