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Cruise Shipping and Urban Development: The Case of Piraeus

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This report assesses the impacts of cruise shipping on Piraeus. Piraeus is the largest cruise port in Greece, but its growth has slowed recently and the benefits of cruise shipping for the local economy are not as high as they could be. Cruise ship visits also contribute to worsening air quality and road congestion in the city. This study reviews current economic and environmental policies relating to cruise activities and provides recommendations on how Piraeus could better seize opportunities for local development from cruise shipping.

Policy Insights

  • Develop a strategy to attract tourists to the city of Piraeus.
  • Facilitate stakeholder co-operation to boost competitiveness of Piraeus as a cruise destination.
  • Work to reduce the environmental impacts of cruise shipping on Piraeus.

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