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General Secretariat of Telecommunications and Post

International Collaborations

The General Secretariat of Telecommunications and Post actively participates in international collaborations and strategic initiatives, institutionally representing the country in committees and working groups of ESA, EUSPA, as well as the DG DEFIS of the European Commission, which shape European space policy, secure communications, and Earth Observation.

The General Secretariat of Telecommunications and Post closely collaborates with the Permanent Greek Representation, ensuring Greece's presence and participation in all critical decision-making fora. The General Secretariat of Telecommunications and Post coordinates and chairs the Hellas-Sat committee, where the management of the national government spectrum for covering national needs is decided. It also coordinates the competent PRS and GOVSATCOM committees (Competent PRS and GOVSATCOM Authorities - CPA & CGA) with the aim of covering national needs from the European GOVSATCOM IRIS2 and Galileo programs.

Particular importance is also given to the coordination for the operation of the EU GOVSATCOM Hub in Agios Ioannis, a critical European infrastructure for managing satellite telecommunications resources that enhances the European strategy for secure government satellite communications.

NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 14, 2026

Visit of the European Commission's Commissioner for Defense and Space, Andrius Kubilius, to the development site of the Greek GOVSATCOM Hub

A visit was made by the European Commission's Commissioner for Defense and Space, Mr. Andrius Kubilius, to the facilities in Agia Paraskevi where the Greek GOVSATCOM Hub will be developed, accompanied by the Minister of Digital Governance Mr. Dimitris Papastergiou, the General Secretary of Telecommunications and Post Mr. Konstantinos Karantzalos, the Deputy Chief of the Hellenic National Defense General Staff Vice Admiral Mr. Mikropoulos, and the Deputy Chief of the Hellenic Navy General Staff Vice Admiral Mr. S. Lagara, as well as members of the Commissioner's cabinet and the Ministries of Digital Governance and National Defense.

May 7, 2026

Meeting of the Secretary General of Telecommunications and Post Konstantinos Karantzalos with the EU Commissioner for Defense and Space Andrius Kubilius

The Secretary General of Telecommunications and Post, Konstantinos Karantzalos, participated on Monday, May 4th in meetings with the European Commissioner for Defense and Space, Andrius Kubilius, at the Maximos Mansion and the Ministry of Digital Governance and Artificial Intelligence.

May 6, 2026

Greece strengthens its national space infrastructure with the launch of its first thermal satellites

On Sunday, May 3, 2026, another decisive step in the field of space technology was taken, with the successful launch of six new microsatellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California with SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket.

April 8, 2026

Interview with the General Secretary of Telecommunications and Posts, Konstantinos Karantzalos, on ERTNews on Developments in Space and Digital Infrastructure

Konstantinos Karantzalos, General Secretary of Telecommunications and Posts, gave an interview on ERTNews, highlighting significant developments in Greece’s space and digital infrastructure sectors.

March 16, 2026Deadline expired

Request for Information (RFI): Development and Production of Galileo PRS Receivers

The General Secretariat of Telecommunications and Post of the Ministry of Digital Governance publishes a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the development and construction of receivers compatible with the Galileo Public Regulated Service (PRS) for authorized civilian and government users.

March 16, 2026Deadline expired

Request for Information (RFI): Development and Production of Terminal Devices for Satellite Communications

The General Secretariat of Telecommunications and Post of the Ministry of Digital Governance publishes a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the development and construction of Satellite Communications User Ground Equipment, which can be utilized by various government users as well as in commercial applications.

March 24, 2026

We strengthen Greece's position in Space. The participation of a Greek scientist in the ESA training program marks a new national milestone

The focus is on the national Space strategy and the first Greek participation in the ESA astronaut training program.

March 22, 2026

Exhibition: Greece in the European Space Agency – "20 Years in ESA"

The exhibition "20 years in ESA" highlights Greece's journey in the European Space Agency, confirming the transition from European cooperation to modern capabilities of participating in space programs and innovative applications.

November 10, 2025

New Era in Space Telecommunications

The Greek government presents a comprehensive plan for the development of space telecommunications, aiming to enhance technological independence, national security, and digital connectivity across the country.

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General Secretariat of Telecommunications and Post

The General Secretariat of Telecommunications and Post is responsible for the development of quality, secure, and competitive telecommunications and postal infrastructures and services, the enhancement of cybersecurity, and the international representation of the country in the digital sector.

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