# Greece diesel subsidies and ferry aid amid high oil prices > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/greece-diesel-price-subsidies-and-response > Updated: 2026-08-03T12:12:51.000Z. Sources: 42. Developments: 6. The Greek government has continued to mitigate transport costs as international oil markets remain volatile. After the 15‑cent‑per‑litre diesel subsidy ended on 1 July, retail diesel rose only modestly, and a temporary €0.10‑per‑litre diesel subsidy for August was introduced, bringing the total reduction to €0.15 per litre at a fiscal cost of about €30 million. In parallel, a €60 million liquidity package for ferry operators was set up to reimburse revenue losses from mandatory social fare discounts, aiming to keep passenger fares stable during the summer peak. In late July, Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Khatzidakis announced that the state has earmarked €800 million for fuel‑price relief, with an additional €200 million reserved for further support if needed. The government is reviewing options such as a fuel‑pass scheme or direct pump subsidies, while refinery operators have agreed to keep diesel prices lowered through the end of August. Khatzidakis cited Brent crude climbing from $71 to $91 per barrel and supply disruptions in the Persian Gulf and a Russian diesel export ban as drivers of the price surge. In early August, Shipping and Island Policy Minister Vasilis Kikilias defended the state‑mandated social discounts for ferry passengers, emphasizing that reimbursements cover only the verified cost of the discounts and do not subsidise ferry operators’ profits. He said the measure is essential to keep fares affordable amid rising fuel costs, while opposition parties have called for greater transparency on the total reimbursements. ## Claims - The subsidy reduces diesel price by a total of 15 cents per litre (10 cents state + 5 cents refinery discount). (corroborated by 17 sources) - The state cost of the subsidy is estimated at about €29‑30 million. (corroborated by 17 sources) - The average diesel price in Greece is around €2.06 per litre at the time of implementation. (corroborated by 17 sources) - No new subsidy is provided for gasoline; only a refinery discount of 10 cents per litre continues. (corroborated by 17 sources) - The measure aims to reduce transport costs for businesses and households amid high international oil prices (Brent around $90 per barrel). (corroborated by 17 sources) - Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced a fuel subsidy of €0.10 per litre for August. (corroborated by 17 sources) - Greek refineries provide an additional discount of €0.05 per litre on diesel. (corroborated by 17 sources) - The diesel subsidy is in effect from 1 August 2026 to 31 August 2026. (corroborated by 17 sources) - Marine Gas Oil (MGO) prices have risen sharply, increasing operating costs for Greek ferry companies. (corroborated by 10 sources) - Ticket prices for ferry services have not been increased despite higher fuel costs. (corroborated by 10 sources) - The Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy is monitoring fuel prices and has prepared alternative interventions that could be activated if pressure persists. (corroborated by 10 sources) - The Greek state will provide €60 million in liquidity support to ferry operators. (corroborated by 10 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-03: Greek Minister Vasilis Kikilias Defends Ferry Ticket Social Discounts Greek Minister Vasilis Kikilias says ferry ticket discounts are a state‑mandated social policy covering actual costs, not a subsidy to operators, and defends the measure against PASOK criticism. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greek-minister-vasilis-kikilias-defends-ferry-ticket-social-discounts ### 2026-08-02: Greek government allocates €60 million to support ferry operators amid fuel price surge Greece will provide €60 million and a new compensation scheme to ferry operators to offset rising Marine Gas Oil costs and protect socially discounted fares, starting in 2026. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greek-government-allocates-60-million-to-support-ferry-operators-amid-fuel-price-surge ### 2026-07-31: Greek Government Introduces August Diesel Fuel Subsidy Greece’s new diesel subsidy (€0.10 state + €0.05 refinery) cuts prices by €0.15 per litre from 1‑31 Aug 2026, costing €29‑30 M, with no gasoline aid, to ease transport costs amid high oil prices. 20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greece-launches-diesel-fuel-subsidy-as-brent-oil-prices-hover-near-90 ### 2026-07-31: Greek government to provide €60 million support to ferry operators Greece will grant €60 million to ferry operators via a new compensation scheme for mandatory social discounts, offsetting higher fuel costs and aiming to keep ticket prices stable from 2026. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greek-ferry-industry-to-receive-60-million-aid-amid-rising-fuel-costs ### 2026-07-22: Greek Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Khatzidakis Says New Fuel Aid Measures Under Review Greek Deputy PM Kostis Khatzidakis says the government has €800 million plus €200 million reserved to address soaring diesel prices, is considering fuel‑pass or direct subsidies, and is focusing first on diesel 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greek-deputy-prime-minister-kostis-khatzidakis-says-new-fuel-aid-measures-under-review ### 2026-07-02: Greece limits diesel price rise after fuel subsidy ends Greece saw only a €0.04 per litre rise in diesel after a subsidy ended, absorbing 74% of the projected increase and keeping prices below EU averages. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greece-limits-diesel-price-rise-after-fuel-subsidy-ends --- Cite as: Greece diesel subsidies and ferry aid amid high oil prices. 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