The revival of the Greek shipbuilding industry through the collaboration of Greek maritime and shipbuilding enterprises was highlighted by Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy Minister Vassilis Kikilias, on the occasion of the signing of an agreement between Antipollution and ONEX.The agreement, signed at the Elefsis Shipyards within the framework of the Posidonia 2026 maritime exhibition, entails the construction of four modern pollution-control vessels, with an option for an additional four.The minister congratulated the Chairman of Antipollution, Vyron Vasileiadis, as well as the Chairman and CEO of ONEX, Panos Xenokostas, characterizing the collaboration as a positive example of a partnership that strengthens the Greek economy and the maritime industry.Referring to the government’s strategy for the maritime sector, Kikilias noted that Greece is moving forward not only through its powerful presence in ocean-going shipping, coastal shipping, and yachting, but also through the continuous upgrading of the country’s shipyards and port infrastructure.“All of this constitutes a unified ecosystem capable of creating new and better-paying jobs, boosting growth, and supporting local communities,” he stated.He placed particular emphasis on the fact that Greek companies are now increasingly commissioning the construction of their vessels from Greek shipyards – a development that, as he stressed, represents a core objective of government policy for the revival of the sector.The minister underlined that the development of shipbuilding can serve as an incentive for the younger generation to once again turn toward maritime professions, which, as he noted, offer significant career prospects and good remuneration.Concluding, Kikilias expressed the hope that this specific initiative will serve as an example to be followed, contributing to the further strengthening of the Greek shipbuilding industry and the maritime economy as a whole.