AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRyanair vs Greece (Seats at risk): Ryanair says it will shut its Thessaloniki base for Winter 2026, cut Athens capacity, and suspend flights at Crete’s Chania and Heraklion off-peak—aiming to remove about 700,000 seats and 12 routes—blaming rising airport charges and alleging Greece didn’t fully pass on a 75% airport fee cut to airlines and passengers. Albania Travel Angle (Capacity boost): Ryanair claims it will reallocate aircraft to Albania, regional Italy, and Sweden, which could mean more options for travellers looking for alternatives. Tourism Ops (Season readiness): Albania’s Deputy PM Albana Koçiu outlined measures for a smoother summer at Saranda Port—more staff, better signage, dedicated docks, and faster border processing. Local Economy (SME credit): Government and banks agreed a €250m credit line for SMEs, with 2–3% interest rates and guarantees—aimed at agribusiness, agro-tourism, innovation, and energy efficiency. Health Watch (Tirana sanitation): Albania’s public health institute warns of a growing rodent infestation in Tirana, citing sanitation gaps and missed disinfection routines.
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