The Port of Piraeus, Greece, has significantly strengthened its position as a key international vehicle transshipment hub in the Eastern Mediterranean with the maiden call of the MV COSCO SHENG SHI from COSCO Shipping Car Carriers. This arrival on April 28, 2025, marks the launch of a new regular monthly service by China’s largest maritime vehicle transport provider.
Maiden Call and Strategic Importance
The Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC), measuring 182.8 meters in length and 32.2 meters in width with a capacity of 5,276 vehicles, discharged 199 GEELY passenger cars and 17 electric buses during its first stop in Piraeus.
COSCO Shipping Car Carriers operates a fleet of more than 13 modern PCTC vessels. The decision to include Piraeus in its regular rotation underscores the port’s growing strategic importance in the global automotive supply chain.
PPA’s Vision for Growth
Su Xudong, CEO of PPA S.A. (Piraeus Port Authority), expressed his pleasure at welcoming the MV COSCO SHENG SHI to the Piraeus Car Terminal. He stated, “The launch of this new service is a strong vote of confidence in the capabilities of our port. The inclusion of Piraeus in a regular COSCO shipping line further strengthens PPA’s transshipment potential, confirms the port’s attractiveness, and is expected to generate significant multiplier benefits for the Greek economy.”
He further outlined PPA’s strategy, which focuses on reinforcing the Car Terminal through investments in infrastructure, automation, and green technologies. This aims to firmly establish Piraeus as a vital link in the global supply chain. “We remain committed to implementing our investment plan, aiming to diversify services, enhance international collaborations, and increase the port’s competitive advantage in sectors of strategic importance,” Su Xudong added.
This development positions the Port of Piraeus for continued growth in the vehicle transshipment sector, reinforcing its role as a critical gateway for automotive trade between Europe, Asia, and Africa.
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