Salamis Naval Base
The Salamis Naval Base (Greek: Ναύσταθμος Σαλαμίνας) is the largest naval base of the Hellenic Navy. It is located in the northeastern part of Salamis Island (Cape Arapis), Greece and in Amphiali and Skaramangas. It is close to the major population centre of Athens.
| Salamis Naval Base Ναύσταθμος Σαλαμίνας | |
|---|---|
| Salamis Island, Greece | |
Satellite view of Salamis Island. | |
CoA of Salamis Naval Base | |
Salamis NB Location of Salamis Naval Base, Greece | |
| Coordinates | 37°58′25″N 23°32′00″E |
| Site information | |
| Owner | Greece |
| Controlled by | Hellenic Navy |
| Site history | |
| Built | 1881 |
| Built by | Greek Government |
| In use | 1881 – present |
| Garrison information | |
| Garrison | Hellenic Navy Logistics Command - Hellenic Navy General Staff |
Most Hellenic Navy ships are based at Salamis, as well as many of its administrative, training and support services. The base employs approximately 10,000 naval and civilian personnel.
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