The strategic plan to establish Greece as an international investment and geopolitical hub was presented by the Minister of Infrastructure and Transport, Christos Dimas, at the Growth Fund Investor Summit 2026.

The minister emphasized the importance of public-private partnerships, while also announcing the launch of projects as well as contracts expected to be implemented immediately.

Geopolitical strategy and international networks

Mr. Dimas placed particular emphasis on the country’s strategic position, noting that amid international turmoil, Greece is leading the way in shaping European connectivity corridors. As he characteristically stated: “We are leveraging our geopolitical position as a bridge of stability connecting Europe, the Balkans, the Black Sea, the Eastern Mediterranean, and the Middle East. Security, energy, transportation, ports, and digital infrastructure are interlinked pillars of a unified strategy”.

In this context, the Minister referred to the development of the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T Network), emphasizing the Baltic – Black Sea – Aegean (BBA), as well as the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor – Europe (IMEC), which designates Greece as a strategic gateway to the European continent.

The “package” of summer projects and inaugurations

““Only this summer will we have the opportunity to inaugurate very important projects,” noted Mr. Dimas, announcing the following imminent completions:

  • Extension of the E65: Completion of the northern section from Kalambaka to Grevena (45 km).
  • Thessaloniki Metro: Extension of the line with five additional stations toward Kalamaria.
  • BOAK: Completion of a 10-km section from Agios Nikolaos to Neapoli.
  • Repair of “Daniel” damage: Re-establishment of the railway connection on the Athens – Thessaloniki, as well as the Paleofarsalos–Kalambaka and Larissa–Kileler sections.

At the same time, the Minister announced the signing of critical contracts, highlighting the creation of the triple junction at Skaramanga to relieve urban congestion caused by heavy vehicles, as well as the upgrade of air navigation systems (PBN and S-Mode radar).

The concession of Kalamata Airport

Concluding his speech, Christos Dimas referred to the signing of the concession agreement for Kalamata Airport, describing it as the result of a well-structured business plan that strengthens the Western Peloponnese.

“The utilization of every available source of funding and the private sector’s contribution of its experience and expertise are the decisive factors —along with the government’s commitment to investment—for ensuring the sustainability of critical infrastructure for Greece’s security and economy,” the Minister concluded.