Aktor, Onex to jointly bid in upcoming Elefsina port tender

Greek shipbuilding and energy infrastructure firms ONEX Shipyards & Technologies Group and Hanwha Power Systems are expected to jointly participate in the upcoming international tender for the Elefsina port sub-concession, aligning with their recent strategic partnership. The tender, scheduled for the first quarter of 2026 and managed by the Growthfund, aims to develop sections of the Elefsina Port Authority, including the Vlycha area, to establish an alternative commercial hub in Attica according to reports. This initiative is part of broader efforts to strengthen Greek-American cooperation, particularly in energy and maritime sectors as detailed in reports.

The collaboration between ONEX and Hanwha, formalized in February 2026, spans shipbuilding, energy production, and regasification units, with plans to transfer technical expertise to ONEX's Elefsis shipyards as announced. U.S. officials have emphasized support for revitalizing domestic shipbuilding and energy infrastructure, including liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply chains according to U.S. officials. The Elefsina port project, located near transportation networks and the Thriasio freight center, is positioned to enhance regional energy and logistics capabilities as reported.

U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle highlighted the importance of "strong partnerships" during recent discussions with Greek shipping minister Vassilis Kikilias, underscoring shared strategic interests according to diplomatic sources. While the tender remains open to international bidders, the ONEX-Hanwha alliance reflects a coordinated approach to aligning industrial capacity with geopolitical and energy security goals as observed. The project's outcomes could influence Greece's role as a regional energy hub and the U.S. strategy to diversify supply chain resilience according to analysis.