Dimitris Memos, former CEO of MarineTraffic and currently CEO of hoper, Kostas Gerardos, CEO of Plaisio, George Papaioannidis, Partner of Saronic Ferries, and BORRN, with Matilda Natan as CEO <\/strong>. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n
Presenting an alternative to air transport, Hoper is revolutionizing travel to the Aegean islands, especially those without airports. Hoper, the first helicopter airline, offers flexible and safe travel, allowing fast access to your favourite destinations with prices starting from 156 euros, up to an average of 350 euros. Aiming to expand its activities in both island and continental regions from autumn 2024, the company is also developing close partnerships with local authorities to upgrade the infrastructure at the heliports.<\/p>\n
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Dimitris Memos, CEO of Hoper, highlights the company’s potential to turn the duration of trips from hours to minutes, thus increasing the time available for leisure and exploration. This new dimension in travel experiences offers a unique opportunity for visitors to discover the beauty of Greece in comfort and safety, making the remote islands more accessible than ever before.<\/p>\n
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<\/h3>\nThe founders of the company-from left to right George Papaioannidis, Dimitris Memos, Kostas Gerardos, Matilda Natan-with the Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Transport Christina Alexopoulou<\/h6>\n
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<\/h3>\nHoper Pioneers Greek Tourism<\/h3>\n
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At a time of evolution for Greek tourism, Hoper is being established as a pioneering addition to air transport, with the Minister of Tourism, Olga Kefalogianni, describing it through a taped message as “a unique step forward” that has no precedent for Greek tourism and stressed the fact that its implementation required close cooperation with the public sector, especially with local municipalities.<\/p>\n
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Hoper’s launch event was graced by important personalities such as the Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Transport, Christina Alexopoulou, and the Secretary General of Transport, Yannis Xifaras, who stressed the value of strengthening aviation infrastructure and upgrading the tourism experience in the country. The Secretary General of the Aegean and Island Policy, Manolis Koutoulakis, stressed the importance of strengthening the aviation infrastructure and upgrading the tourist experience in Greece<\/p>\n
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The hoper, based in Athens, will operate daily throughout the year serving the needs of local communities. Flights will be operated from its base in Koropi in Athens, as well as from Mykonos and Santorini to other islands.<\/p>\n
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