Marking the successful conclusion of the 2026 cruise season for the luxury cruise ship Silver Nova, which completed nine calls at the Port of Heraklion during the year, Heraklion Port Authority S.A. (HPA) welcomed executives from Silversea Cruises, part of Royal Caribbean Group and one of the world’s leading luxury cruise brands, on Thursday, 5 November 2026.
The meeting, held at the offices of Heraklion Port Authority, was attended by Mr. Vlad Dau, Senior Manager, Port Operations at Silversea Cruises, and his colleague, Mr. Riccardo Cerisara. Representing Heraklion Port Authority were Chief Executive Officer Mr. Minas Papadakis and members of the HPA team. Also in attendance were Commander Stavros Papaderakis, Hellenic Coast Guard, Deputy Harbour Master of Heraklion, along with representatives of the port and tour agency.
The meeting took place in a warm and constructive atmosphere, providing an opportunity to reflect on Silver Nova’s successful 2026 season in Heraklion and exchange views on developments and future opportunities within the international cruise industry.
Discussions highlighted the importance of maintaining close relationships with international cruise lines, enhancing the visitor experience and further promoting Heraklion as a high-quality cruise destination. The participants also discussed opportunities to strengthen cooperation with Silversea Cruises and the wider Royal Caribbean Group.
Silver Nova’s nine calls at Heraklion in 2026 underline the port’s role in the cruise line’s Eastern Mediterranean itineraries and highlight the destination’s continued appeal within the luxury cruise market.
Heraklion Port Authority S.A. remains committed to building strong, long-term relationships with leading international cruise lines, placing particular emphasis on high-quality port services, hospitality and meaningful industry partnerships.
By promoting the distinctive advantages of both the port and the destination, HPA continues to strengthen Heraklion’s position as a key cruise destination in the Eastern Mediterranean.
