The placement of the National Bank will start in the fall. according to the prime minister’s interview Bloomberg: “The Greek state owns 18% of the shares of the National Bank, and its disposal will be discussed “in the autumn, assessing market conditions,” the statement said. Kyriakos Mitsotakis, avoiding going into details.
In its publication, Bloomberg reports that in February the government completed the largest public listing in decades, listing a minority stake in Athens International Airport.
In December, Greece and Latsis Group sold 11% to Helleniq Energy for 235.3 million euros. Mr. Mitsotakis clarifies that there are no immediate plans for further management of the state’s share.
Finally, for PPC, the Prime Minister made it clear that the government would retain its 34% stake. “We are very happy for the recovery of the company,” explained Mr. Mitsotakis. “Taking advantage of the recovery of tourism after the Covid-19 epidemic, Greece started the process of privatization of the port of Lavrio in March. Close to Athens airport and the popular Cyclades islands, the port lends itself to tourism development, operating a cruise terminal and cruise ships. “Eight groups expressed interest in May to buy a majority stake,” Bloomberg explains, among other things.
