Aerial view of Thessaloniki, which is at the center of Northern Greece’s ongoing infrastructure upgrades and transport investments.
Major transport and infrastructure projects currently underway or being launched in Northern Greece are reshaping the region’s development trajectory, with Thessaloniki at the center of the upgrade plan.
Addressing the first 2026 board meeting of the Federation of Industries of Northern Greece (SVVE), the regional branch of the Federation of Industries of Greece (SVE), Infrastructure and Transport Minister Christos Dimas outlined the government’s strategy to strengthen connectivity, competitiveness and everyday mobility across the region.
“Upgrading infrastructure is a strategic priority, as it enhances the region’s competitiveness and improves citizens’ daily lives,” Dimas said.
Infrastructure and Transport Minister Christos Dimas and SVE President Loukia Saranti (center) during the 2026 board meeting of the Federation of Industries of Northern Greece (SVVE), where major infrastructure projects in Northern Greece were discussed.
Among the flagship projects is the extension of the Thessaloniki Metro to Kalamaria, adding five new stations that will significantly improve access to densely populated areas and facilitate movement for both residents and visitors. At the same time, works on the elevated Flyover expressway are progressing, with nearly 50 percent of the physical project completed, aiming to ease chronic traffic congestion.
Developments are also advancing under the Egnatia Odos concession agreement, which includes extensive upgrades along the main motorway and its three vertical axes, as well as the creation of 16 motorway service areas and 12 rest stops. The completion of the northern section of the E65 motorway is expected to further strengthen links with Western Macedonia.
Additional road projects include the upgrade of the Thessaloniki – Edessa axis and the construction of the Drama – Amfipoli (Paleochori) vertical connection through public-private partnerships, improving road safety and accessibility to both productive and tourism destinations.
Infrastructure and Transport Minister Christos Dimas and Federation of Industries of Greece (SBE) President Loukia Saranti.
The renewal of Thessaloniki’s public transport fleet and the construction of 17 new school units in Central Macedonia further complement the broader infrastructure push.
“With projects in transport, road networks and social infrastructure, we are shaping safer mobility, more growth opportunities and a stronger footprint for the future,” the minister concluded.
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