Hellenic Seaplanes and Danish Nordic Seaplanes Join Forces for the Future of Seaplanes

August 5, 2024

A partnership that brings new prospects for seaplanes and their infrastructure in Europe!

In a historic meeting held at the Nordic Seaplanes base in Denmark, the companies Hellenic Seaplanes and Nordic Seaplanes have established a strategic alliance aimed at revolutionizing the seaplane aviation sector in Europe.

Hellenic Seaplanes, a pioneering company in the seaplane industry in Greece, held a strategic meeting in Denmark, where its President and CEO, Mr. Nicolas Charalambous, had an extended discussion with his counterpart at the Danish seaplane company, Nordic Seaplanes.

Nordic Seaplanes is a Danish airline specializing in seaplanes and scheduled flights between major cities in the country. This meeting marks a significant step towards strengthening the collaboration between the two leading representatives of the seaplane sector in Europe. The partnership is expected to lead to the exchange of expertise on route planning, seaplane operations, maintenance, and infrastructure development, as well as joint promotion of sustainable aviation. The two seaplane companies will also explore ways to integrate seaplanes into a more sustainable transportation system, utilizing the latest technologies and renewable energy sources.

Mr. Nicolas Charalambous, President and CEO of Hellenic Seaplanes, stated: “This alliance marks a transformative moment for seaplane aviation in Europe. By joining forces with Nordic Seaplanes, we are committed to addressing legislative challenges and seizing new opportunities for growth and innovation. Together, we will lead the seaplane aviation sector, making seaplane travel more efficient, sustainable, and recognized.”

Mr. Nicolas Charalambous further added: “The exchange of knowledge and experiences with a company that has a history in the seaplane industry in Northern Europe will help us strengthen our position in the market and offer even better services to our passengers, just before the launch of our commercial flights this Fall.”

Mr. Ole D. Christiansen, Chairman of the Board and CEO of Nordic Seaplanes, added: “Our collaboration with Hellenic Seaplanes is proof of our shared vision to promote the seaplane industry. This strategic alliance will allow us to leverage our combined expertise and resources to offer superior services and set a new standard in seaplane operations. We are excited about the future and the positive impact this partnership will have on the industry and our passengers.”

Key Outcomes of the Meeting Include:
Enhanced Legislative Advocacy: Joint efforts to promote improved regulations and support from the European Union and EASA.
Operational Synergies: Gathering best practices, safety protocols, and infrastructure for optimizing efficiency.
Research and Development: Collaborative projects to advance safety, technology, and sustainability in seaplane operations.
Pilot Training and Exchange Programs: Development of a comprehensive training program and an exchange initiative to create a strong workforce.
Joint Marketing Strategies: Coordinated campaigns for raising awareness and promoting the benefits of seaplane travel.

This strategic collaboration is expected to lead to significant advancements in the seaplane aviation sector, benefiting not only the involved companies but also the broader aviation community and passengers across Europe.