'We are grateful to all the political leaders, our partners at Gek Terna and the people of Athens for supporting us and this project.'

'Today is a very special day as we celebrate this momentous occasion to bring our unique brand of world class entertainment to Athens,' said Jim Allen, Chairman of Hard Rock International. The €1.5 billion construction project is a state-of-the-art facility projected to generate 3,000 construction jobs and 3,000 permanent jobs that will not only stimulate the local economy of Athens, but will also have an immediate positive impact on Greece's economy as well. Expected to open in 2027, the resort will be a unique destination, combining an upscale hotel, a world-class gaming floor, a premier meeting and convention space, a state-of-the-art entertainment venue, internationally renowned food and beverage, luxurious Rock Spa® and Pool Complex, and a high-end retail promenade. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Athens will be the first integrated resort of its kind in continental Europe and will serve as an economic driver for entertainment and tourism in the city of Athens. The ceremony to follow was conducted at the Hellinikon Experience Center and included the Hard Rock International executives, GEK TERNA Group executives, Greek government officials, political dignitaries and local community leaders. The groundbreaking event featured a commemorative shovel celebration at the historical Hellinikon Airport. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Today, Hard Rock International, GEK TERNA Group and the Athens community celebrated the groundbreaking of the luxury resort and Casino in the heart of the Athens Rivera.

Editor's Note: Download the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Athens groundbreaking ceremony images and b-roll HERE.ĪTHENS, Greece, Dec.

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