AEGEAN celebrates its 25th anniversary !

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The Greek airline AEGEAN is celebrating its 25th ^anniversary this May 28 and is taking advantage of this significant event to look back on its history and development since its creation in 1999 by Theodore Vassilakis.

A look back at continued growth since its creation in 1999 with 2 aircraft
and 2 destinations served in Greece to a fleet of 76 aircraft
serving 165 destinations in 47 countries in 2024
Strong development in France, a priority market for the company
Promotional offer with a reduction of up to -60% on all flights to Greece*

Promotional offer* for 25th anniversary – On the occasion of its 25th ^anniversary , AEGEAN is launching an exceptional promotion. For any reservation of a flight with the company to Greece before May 30, travelers will benefit from a reduction of up to -60%.

Since its beginnings on May 28, 1999, AEGEAN has experienced continuous and exponential growth. The company initially operated flights linking Athens to Heraklion and Thessaloniki, in a national air sector dominated by the state-owned Olympic Airways. At the end of 1999, AEGEAN had already acquired Air Greece, and in 2001, merged with Cronus Airlines, thus accessing foreign markets. In 2005, AEGEAN ordered its first A320 aircraft, marking the start of a lasting partnership with Airbus. Joining Star Alliance in 2010 and acquiring Olympic Airways in 2013 were also key milestones in the airline’s expansion.

Mr. Eftichios Vassilakis, President of AEGEAN , said: “ We are very happy to celebrate our 25th anniversary. It has been a journey filled with challenges, effort, dedication to excellence, innovation and satisfaction of our passengers. Since our very first flight, our goal has been to provide a unique travel experience for every passenger. Inspired by the vision of our founder, Theodoros Vassilakis, we continue to invest in our growth, strengthen our international presence and contribute to the promotion of Greek tourism. This is why we are extremely proud that our development contributes to Greece’s growth and competitive advantage. Over the years, together with our passengers and our staff, we have grown, learned and evolved. As we begin AEGEAN’s next chapter, we embrace the opportunities and responsibilities that lie ahead. We move forward with confidence, assurance and above all, our immutable and timeless values, aiming to become even better, to gain trust every day, contributing to Greek tourism and the country . »

Mr. Dimitris Gerogiannis, CEO of AEGEAN , added to the company’s customers: “ Thank you for your preference, trust and appreciation towards AEGEAN and its staff over the past 25 years. Thank you for the warmth, respect and appreciation with which you greet our crews and staff on our planes, at our ticket counters, in our lounges, at our call center, in airports – wherever you meet us during of your travels and take advantage of our services. Since our first flight, we have intended to offer you exceptional services with the same passion, professionalism, quality, commitment to excellence and hospitality. For 25 years, every day, on every flight, we have strived to consistently and safely deliver a quality product that meets and exceeds your expectations, embodying the culture of hospitality that is in our DNA. The main reason we have achieved this is entirely thanks to the commitment, consistency, ethics and passion of our people – everyone who has worked to bring AEGEAN to the hearts of its passengers, and all those who work today or will work tomorrow to plan and lead AEGEAN into the next growth cycle. We aim to design and deliver an even better travel experience across an even wider network. In the competitive and ever-demanding environment of our industry, the future finds us firmly anchored, but still with the same enthusiasm, ambition and vision as 25 years ago. Our goal is to take AEGEAN even further and remain your preferred company. »

In 2018, AEGEAN made the largest private investment in Greece by ordering 42 Airbus A320neo family aircraft, an order increased to 50 aircraft in 2023. With the end of the pandemic, AEGEAN sets new passenger, revenue and of profits, bringing hundreds of millions of euros to the Greek state’s revenues each year.

For 13 years, AEGEAN has been voted “Best Regional Airline in Europe” at the Skytrax World Airline Awards, recognition of its commitment to excellence.

Today, under the leadership of Mr. Eftichios Vassilakis, President since 2018, AEGEAN is the largest and most successful airline in Greek history. With more than 3,500 employees, AEGEAN remains true to its values of sustainable development, expanding its horizons while remaining responsible towards the environment and promoting little-known Greek destinations as well as local products.

This summer 2024, AEGEAN operates a fleet of 76 aircraft to 165 destinations in 47 countries. It is Greece’s leading carrier and proud upholder of the national flag, offering high-quality services that combine traditional Greek hospitality with the demands of modern travelers.

In France, one of the company’s main foreign markets, AEGEAN has continued to expand its flights and is operating this summer up to 73 direct flights per week from 10 French cities (Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Nantes, Bordeaux, Toulouse, Deauville, Basel-Mulhouse, Brest and Nice) to 3 Greek destinations (Athens, Heraklion and Thessaloniki).

At the same time, AEGEAN strengthened its position on the international aeronautical scene by creating the first Aeronautical Maintenance Center in Greece, as well as the first Flight Simulation and Crew Training Center in one of the first ecological hangars in Europe. By providing pilot training and aircraft maintenance services to third parties, the company creates upskilling, reskilling and career development opportunities for its employees, as well as numerous new employment opportunities in a high-tech industry .

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