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Greece Ministry of Defense to limit Navy sea days to 200 annually
The Greek Ministry of National Defense is moving toward a policy that limits the time Navy crews spend at sea to a maximum of 200 days per year. Announced by Minister Nikos Dendias on October 20, 2026, during an update on the third phase of the new Armed Forces structure, the measure aims to improve service conditions and balance operational requirements with the personal and family lives of personnel.
While the 200-day limit is the target, Minister Dendias clarified that national interest and operational needs may necessitate longer periods at sea. In such instances, personnel will receive significantly increased financial compensation. This new compensation is described as being multiple times higher than current rates and will be distinct from the standard daily allowances paid for time spent at sea within the 200-day limit.
The exact amount of the additional compensation and the specific implementation details are subject to further negotiations and discussions with the Ministry of Finance.
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Greece · Hellenic Navy · Ministry of Finance · Ministry of National Defense · Nikos Dendias
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- [● 3 SOURCES] The new compensation for exceeding the limit will be multiple times the current rate. kosmoslarissa.gr · www.efsyn.gr · www.emakedonia.gr
- [● 3 SOURCES] Personnel exceeding the 200-day limit due to operational needs will receive significantly increased financial compensation. kosmoslarissa.gr · www.efsyn.gr · www.emakedonia.gr
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Ministry of National Defense is aiming to limit Navy crew sea time to 200 days per year. kosmoslarissa.gr · www.efsyn.gr · www.emakedonia.gr
- [● 3 SOURCES] The announcement was made on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. kosmoslarissa.gr · www.efsyn.gr · www.emakedonia.gr
- [● 3 SOURCES] The details of the compensation will be negotiated with the Ministry of Finance. kosmoslarissa.gr · www.efsyn.gr · www.emakedonia.gr