Fifty years later, Athens once again welcomes seaplanes to its coastal Riviera, gaining the ability to serve flights… A historic step for the transformation of the coastal front, where seaplanes will now depart from Alimos, bringing Athens closer to our islands…!

Specifically, flight authorization for seaplanes has been granted by the Hellenic Navy General Staff (HNGS) and the relevant services for the maritime area of Alimos. The southern suburbs will now serve flights to the islands of the Cyclades, Dodecanese, Sporades, Ionian, Northern Aegean, as well as the coastal destinations of the Peloponnese.

Alimos becomes the focal point of a new era for transportation and development in Attica!

Hellenic Seaplanes, which has undertaken the licensing project for Alimos, is now proceeding with greater confidence in its work, integrating Attica into its network of water airports and water fields. After five decades, seaplane flights return to the capital, offering new possibilities for connectivity and development.

The new access point marks a milestone for the country’s seaplane aviation, providing Athenians and visitors with a modern, fast, and attractive means of transport to the Greek islands and other coastal destinations.

The start of this new era for the Athenian Riviera is not just a technological development but also a symbolic return of the prestige of seaplanes to Greece. Alimos is becoming a gateway to the island of Greece, highlighting Attica’s strategic location and boosting tourism and economic growth.

The short distance from the main transport hubs makes Alimos the ideal starting point for seaplanes, serving tourists, professionals, and permanent residents who seek speed, flexibility, and comfort in their travel.

Connection with Sustainable Development
With the decisive licensing of Alimos, the state is effectively supporting seaplane initiatives and their infrastructure, highlighting Greece’s potential as a model for sustainable and innovative development.

Seaplanes are integrated into sustainable transportation frameworks, with a smaller environmental footprint compared to other modes of transport. They are the ideal means of connecting remote areas while helping to ease congestion in conventional transport systems.

The licensing of the access point at Alimos is part of a broader strategy to develop Attica’s coastal zone with modern, environmentally friendly infrastructure.

Statements on the Historic Moment
For the great moment of Alimos as the first seaplane station in Athens, the Mayor of Alimos, Mr. Andreas Kondylis, commented:
“The Athenian Riviera is taking a big step forward. Alimos is once again becoming a point of reference and connection between Athens and the Greek islands, offering the citizens of Attica and our visitors a unique way to enjoy the beauty of our country. Seaplanes add dynamism to our area and strengthen our vision for a more vibrant and accessible Athenian Riviera.”

On the commitment to innovation and sustainability through seaplanes, Attica Regional Governor, Mr. Nikos Hardalias, emphasized:
“Attica is investing in sustainable development and upgrading its transportation systems. The reactivation of seaplanes is proof of our commitment to better connectivity and strengthening our tourism product. The Athenian Riviera is gaining its own mode of transport that combines innovation with tradition.”

The Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Transport, Mr. Vassilis Oikonomou, referred to the dynamics created by the inclusion of Alimos in the seaplane network, as well as the new legislative framework:
“The licensing of the access point at Alimos is the first step toward establishing seaplanes as a transport mode in our country. Our goal is to create a network that brings our islands closer to mainland Greece and boosts mobility, respecting the environment and the needs of citizens. We have prepared the new legislative framework for the licensing of Seaplane Ports, which will allow the development of seaplane operations in Greece. We are proud to put Greece back on the map of maritime aviation.”

The President & CEO of Hellenic Seaplanes, Mr. Nicolas Charalambous, stated:
“Today is a dream come true. With the return of seaplanes to the Athenian Riviera, the connection between the capital and the sea is restored. Alimos and all of Attica are being upgraded, and a new era of transportation is opening that will serve citizens and bring visitors closer to Greek hospitality. The Athenian coastline has vast development potential, and seaplanes are just the beginning. Imagine an Athenian being able to reach an island paradise in just a few minutes from the heart of Athens. Hellenic Seaplanes is committed to realizing this vision and making the Athenian Riviera the gem it deserves to be.”

Seaplanes and Greece
Seaplanes are a part of Greek aviation history, now being revived in a new era of innovation and development. Their return to Athens honors the past while looking with optimism toward the future.

The development of seaplanes will create hundreds of new jobs, both directly and indirectly, boosting the local economy. At the same time, it will attract new investments to the infrastructure of the Athenian Riviera.

Today’s licensing is the first step in a broader vision for the creation of a nationwide seaplane network. Continuous support from the state is essential for the swift development of more destinations and the unification of licensing procedures, so that Greece can fully exploit its potential in the seaplane sector.