Hellenic Train

Profile

The FSI Group is the third largest railway company in Europe and is already active in France, Germany, The Netherlands and Britain. The FSI Group employs more than 75,000 employees. 830 million passengers are served annually and 50 million tonnes of goods are transported. TRAINOSE SA is the main provider (until now the only one) of rail transport for passengers and freight. The Company provides rail services using the network and the railway infrastructure in general owned by OSE (paying the corresponding network access charges).

TRAINOSE SA performs 342 routes (passenger and commercial trains) a day. In 2016, a total of 15.6 million passengers were transported, of which 10.1 million used the suburban lines and 5.5 million the national network. A total of 1.1 million tonnes of goods were also transferred.

In 2016, the company’s total revenues from passenger and commercial work reached € 120 million and profits of € 3.3 million.
TRAINOSE SA employs 637 staff members and uses 1,160 locomotives, wagons and flatcars.

The Company is a member of the Regulatory Authority for Railways (RAS), which was established in 2010. The Company is a member of the International Union of Railways (UIC), the Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies (CER), the International Rail Transport Committee (CIT) and the Forum Train Europe and continues to push for international networking.

History

TRAINOSE SA, which was founded on 19.12.2005, was at the time of its formation a 100% subsidiary of OSE SA (Railway Company of Greece).

Since 1.1.2007, following the completion of the branch separation process and its transfer by the parent company OSE SA, TRAINOSE SA has taken over the operation and utilization of all transport (passenger, freight, etc.). Since then, it has been operating as a fully independent company with separate administration and organization, in accordance with the requirements of Community law.

The headquarters of TRAINOSE SA is in Athens, but the company maintains offices and operates across the geographic territory near its network.

The acquisition of the company PROASTIAKOS SA (which managed the Athenian suburban railway) by TRAINOSE SA was completed in July 2007 adding to its scope the management and operation of the suburban lines.

Operational Services
Ship Agency:	No

Services Supplied
Berth booking:	No
Crewing:	No
Lubricant:	No
Fresh Water:	No
Other Supplies:	No

Delivery Conditions
Delivery Point:	No
Delivery Means:	No

Tourist Services
Shore Excursions:	Yes
Tour Operator:	Yes
Travel Agency:	Yes
Transfers	Yes
Ticketing:	Yes

Other
Pre & Post Hotels:	No
Land Programmes:	No
River Cruises:	No

Philosophy

The main purposes of the company are:

– The development, organization and operation of urban, suburban, regional, long-distance and international passenger and freight rail transport, as well as transport of any kind with fixed track systems.

– The development, organization and operation of combined transport (with more than one means of transport).

– The development, organization and operation of urban, suburban regional, interurban and international bus and coach transport services abroad or domestic.

– The supply of all kinds of logistics services, as well as any activity related to supply chain management.

– The organization, operation and provision of passenger services.

– The provision of consulting services and conducting studies related to activities that are consistent with the company’s scope.

While showing respect for the citizens, providing constant information, laying a particular emphasis on the facilitation of people with mobility problems, and using modern infrastructure and high standard technology trains, TRAINOSE SA ensures the quality of your travels and guarantees safe, fast and accurate routes.

Trains of TRAINOSE SA serve thousands of citizens who wish to travel all over Greece, as well as in urban centers daily. The company profile is indissolubly linked to the professionalism of its employees and its specialized staff is trained to promote and improve our services for all of you.

For TRAINOSE SA the main priority is its excellent relationship with the passengers and the shielding of values, such as respect, mutual trust and credibility. At the same time, being aware of its significant role in the local communities it serves, the company aims to be a responsible corporate partner in all the regions in which it operates.

Covered Geographical Area

With 342 routes (passenger and commercial trains) a day, modern trains and upgraded services, TRAINOSE connects most of the country’s Prefectures, from Patras to Alexandroupolis, in the Northeast and Dikaia to Florina in the Northwest. TRAINOSE also provides for connections to destinations in Central Greece with connecting routes in central network hubs.

TRAINOSE connects Athens and Thessaloniki to the capitals of most of the country’s Prefectures, thus serving thousands of passengers every day.

As such, the company plays a crucial role to the country’s regional development, offering safe, affordable and environmentally friendly passenger transportation.

Other information

TRAINOSE SA employs 637 staff members and uses 1,160 locomotives, wagons and flatcars.

Ports/Cities Serviced:

Touristic trains serve: Katakolon cruise port-Ancient Olympia, Kalavryta (close Patras cruise port)-Diakofto and Ano Lechonia (close Volos cruise port)-Milies.

Tourist Offices:

Travel Bureau (by alphabetical order)