Construction of the quays at Petalo in Symi's new harbour has been completed. The important port infrastructure project was funded by the Recovery and Resilience Facility and initiated during Giannis Pappas' term as deputy minister for maritime affairs and insular policy.
The work substantially improves the port's functionality and safety, providing better berthing conditions for large day-trip vessels and upgrading the island's infrastructure for residents, businesses and visitors.
Commenting on the completion, Pappas said strengthening port infrastructure across the South Aegean islands had been a central priority during his time at the ministry.
“During my term as deputy minister for maritime affairs and insular policy, we worked to advance essential improvements for our islands. Completion of the project at Petalo on Symi is a significant upgrade for the island and its local economy,” he said.
Pappas added that the project to restore the passenger and vehicle ferry quay at Lakki harbour on Leros had also been initiated during his term. The €800,000 project is expected to proceed in the near future, further improving the safety and functionality of local port facilities.
With a total budget exceeding €1.2 million, the Symi project represents another substantial investment in island infrastructure and in residents' and visitors' daily lives.
Giannis Pappas
New Democracy MP for the Dodecanese.
