The landscape of road safety in Greece is undergoing a significant transformation through the introduction of innovative solutions. The government’s commitment to saving lives—by fostering a culture of responsibility and creating conditions that greatly diminish traffic accidents and fatalities—is taking shape with a pilot program launched by three ministries: Digital Governance, Transport, and Citizen Protection.
This pilot initiative involves installing cameras at eight specific locations in Attica and on ten bus lines. Concurrently, a series of reforms will enhance the efficiency and transparency of the traffic violation monitoring and penalty enforcement system.
The larger plan envisions placing over 2,000 cameras in urban road networks, guided by the Hellenic Police (ELAS), along with the installation of 500 specialized cameras on buses.
Moreover, 388 additional cameras are already being deployed by the Attica Region, while existing cameras on the Attiki Odos highway and OASA buses will also aid in traffic monitoring.
The cornerstone of this initiative is a unified, integrated, and interoperable system dedicated to monitoring and recording violations.
This advancement will allow for the immediate and fair detection and addressing of serious traffic offenses.
The plan includes placing modern cameras at high-risk locations, such as major road arteries, where automated detection and deterrent systems will function.
This technology will accurately and instantly capture violations like speeding, running red lights, neglecting seat belts or helmets, using mobile phones while driving, and disobeying pedestrian crosswalk rules. Additionally, a new information system will be established to aggregate all recordings, connect with relevant authorities, and streamline the processing, verification, and enforcement of penalties.
Citizens Will Receive SMS Notifications
Thanks to this technology, traffic violation management will be speedier, more transparent, and effective.
Drivers and citizens will promptly receive notifications via SMS and through their digital Gov.gr Wallet inbox, allowing them to view violation footage, submit objections online, and pay fines immediately—free from bureaucratic hurdles.
Furthermore, the data will be automatically integrated into the national driving record system (point system), ensuring precise tracking of each driver’s history and fostering a culture of accountability and compliance.
The shared goal is clear: to develop a modern, reliable, and functional framework for monitoring road behavior, reducing accidents, saving lives, and enhancing public trust in the government.
Taking cues from Cyprus and other European nations, this new road safety model is part of a broader reform strategy that merges transparency, technology, and fairness for the benefit of citizens.
With these initiatives, Greece is ushering in a new era of road safety, where technology and transparency are essential tools for preserving life and maintaining order on the roads.
This effort transcends technical solutions; it aims to inspire a shift in mindset, encourage active citizen engagement, and foster a culture of responsibility and respect.
The foundation of this strategy rests on the belief that everyone—individuals, families, and communities alike—deserves to travel on safe roads.
By implementing innovative, uncomplicated, fair, and transparent solutions, Greece is making significant strides toward this vision.
Technology, effective governance, and collective action will define the new road safety standards, serving both the rule of law and the citizen.
The aspiration is that soon our roads will be safer, and lives will be highly valued—because road safety is a collective responsibility, and the State must uphold it with all necessary measures.
Cameras at 8 Attica Locations and on 10 Bus Lines
“Utilizing technology enables us to enact significant changes with widespread social impact, such as enhancing road safety. Collaborating with the Ministries of Citizen Protection, Infrastructure and Transport, and the Attica Region, we are rolling out a comprehensive plan to install cameras at critical road network points and on buses. These cameras will identify and document violations of the Highway Code.
In the near future, cameras will be piloted at eight selected spots in Attica and on ten bus routes. Concurrently, we are developing a unified information system to effectively monitor inspections and manage fines. Our goal is to resolve long-standing issues, such as fines being issued years after the violation occurred.
Now, recording, verification, objections, and fine collection will be handled digitally, ensuring transparency and promptness. Our ultimate goal is clear: to cultivate a new culture of responsibility on the roads. Each violation is not merely a lapse or a number—it signals a potential threat to human life. It represents a family that can be safeguarded. That is our duty,” stated Minister of Digital Governance, Dimitris Papastergiou, to the Athens News Agency (APE-MPE).
Minister of Citizen Protection Michalis Chrysochoidis added:
“The installation of cameras at key road locations is integral to the government’s overarching plan for improving road safety.
Our objective is to safeguard human life and instill a sense of security for all citizens.
The cameras will be employed to confirm traffic violations, including speeding, running red lights, failing to wear helmets or seat belts, and reckless driving, while also facilitating traffic flow, with full respect for personal data and legal protocols.
This is not about surveillance; it is a preventative and deterrent measure. Road and neighborhood safety is a priority in a state governed by the rule of law, which respects and protects its citizens through modern technology, transparency, and accountability.”
Deputy Minister of Transport Konstantinos Kyranakis also stressed that “the operation of road safety cameras is more than just a technical option—it’s a political decision focused on safeguarding lives. While we understand it may not be popular, it is necessary to eliminate impunity and truly reflect the new Highway Code. Together with Dimitris Papastergiou, we are creating a reliable digital system to detect violations, impose fair penalties, and restore accountability for everyone on the road.”
Key Actions
The main tool in this initiative is the establishment of a unified and interoperable digital system for managing traffic violations.
This new system will feature automatic camera integration, real-time electronic recording and notification of violations, and instant SMS alerts for drivers.
It will also enable the digital management and enforcement of penalties, including potential license suspensions, through a transparent and efficient process.
The project is currently in its preparatory phase. Bid submissions were opened on June 13, a contractor will be selected by July, and the first pilot phase is set to commence in September 2025, with subsequent operational integration of existing cameras. A nationwide rollout, including all cameras in the Attica Region, will follow.
The program for developing and installing surveillance cameras encompasses supplying and installing modern traffic enforcement cameras (for infractions like red light running, speeding, and intrusion into bus lanes) at crucial road network points, fully integrated into the unified information system.
The tender process will take place soon, with camera operations projected to begin in early 2026 and full system integration within that year.
Advanced cameras will be installed in high-risk areas throughout Attica.
Specifically, eight strategically identified locations characterized by high traffic volume and risk will receive advanced surveillance cameras. These cameras will monitor and log violations such as speeding, illegal driving in bus lanes, running red lights, and obstructing pedestrian crossings.
The data collected will feed directly into the new information system, enabling prompt responses and the real-time enforcement of penalties.
This system will deter unlawful behavior and immediately address perilous situations. Targeted municipalities include Athens, Agia Paraskevi, Rafina-Pikermi, Vari-Voula-Vouliagmeni, Elliniko-Argyroupoli, Filothei-Psychiko, Alimos, and Kallithea.
Simultaneously, pilot camera installations will be conducted on ten selected bus routes in Attica. These buses—new low-emission models operated by OSY S.A.—will monitor infractions in bus lanes, road conditions, and traffic congestion.
For violations within bus lanes, the cameras will initially identify issues such as unauthorized driving or parking in bus lanes, speeding, and halting at pedestrian crossings.
Technology and Transparency
Through these measures, Greece is stepping into a new era of road safety, where technology and transparency play crucial roles in safeguarding lives and ensuring road order.
This initiative extends beyond mere technical solutions; it aims to transform mindsets, engage citizens, and promote a culture of responsibility and respect.
At its core, this strategy is founded on the belief that everyone—individuals, families, and communities—deserves the right to travel on safe roads.
With innovative, straightforward, fair, and transparent solutions, Greece is making significant progress toward this vision.
Technology, sound governance, and collective effort are the pillars of the new road safety model, supporting both the rule of law and the citizens.
The hope is that our roads will soon become safer and life will be more cherished—because road safety is a mutual responsibility, and it is the State’s duty to uphold it with all necessary resources.
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