Emergency Towing
Disabled yacht? Lost engine power? We dispatch a tow to your position and bring you safely back to port or to the nearest sheltered anchorage.
24/7 Greece-Wide Multilingual
24/7 Sea Assistance - SEA SOS.
When something goes wrong at sea, you need a single number that answers. SEA SOS is the Vlamis emergency line - operated round the clock, across Greece, in English and Greek.
24/7 SEA SOS Hotline
+30 210 220 1858Reachable any hour, any day of the year. If you are in immediate danger of life, also contact the Hellenic Coast Guard on 108 or VHF Channel 16.
What SEA SOS Does
Boat Assistance, When and Where You Need It.
Most calls to SEA SOS aren't life-threatening - they are the everyday problems that ruin an otherwise perfect day on the water. We solve them quickly and quietly, so you can carry on with your trip.
Response Fleet
10m RIB inflatable boats · 500hp
Vessels Covered
Motorised and sailing · up to 20m
Primary Response Time
Within 30 minutes (Saronic & Ionian)
Subscription
Subscription & pay-as-you-go available
Technical Support
Talk to a technician immediately for engine, electrical, plumbing or rigging issues. If we can't fix it remotely, we'll come to you.
Fuel Delivery at Sea
Out of fuel or short to reach the next port? We bring diesel or petrol directly to your position, anywhere in our coverage area.
Medical Coordination
In a medical emergency we coordinate with the Hellenic Coast Guard, port authorities and on-shore medical teams to get help to you fast.
Grounding & Collision
Run aground or been in a collision? We provide detachment and removal services, treat any water inflow, and assess on-site structural damage before getting you moving again.
Propeller & Mechanical
Fouled propeller, water inflow, battery failure or mechanical breakdown at sea: we resolve on-site where possible and transport technical parts or crew to your position when not.
Coverage Area
Greece-Wide - From Corfu to the Dodecanese
SEA SOS operates across Greek waters with response partners in every major cruising ground. Response times vary by distance and weather - most calls within the Saronic and Argo-Saronic are answered with assistance on the water in under 90 minutes.
Saronic & Argo-Saronic
Athens Riviera, Aegina, Poros, Hydra, Spetses, Methana, Ermioni. Primary response area from Alimos.
South Euboean Gulf
Evia coastline, Chalcis, Porto Rafti and surrounding waters. Coverage provided from our Athens base and partner stations along the coast.
Cyclades
Kea, Kythnos, Serifos, Sifnos, Paros, Naxos, Mykonos, Santorini, Ios, Folegandros and the smaller islands.
Ionian Islands
Corfu, Lefkada, Kefalonia, Ithaca, Zakynthos. Response partner base in Lefkada Marina.
Dodecanese
Rhodes, Kos, Symi, Tilos, Nisyros, Kalymnos, Leros, Patmos. Response partner base in Kos Marina.
Sporades
Skiathos, Skopelos, Alonissos and the National Marine Park. Response coordinated from Volos.
North Aegean & Crete
Limited coverage with response partners in Lesbos and Heraklion - please ask before relying on cover here.
Who SEA SOS Is For
One Hotline. Three Kinds of Sailors.
- Vlamis charter clients - SEA SOS is included on every Vlamis yacht charter at no additional cost.
- Managed yacht owners - full SEA SOS cover is included as standard in our yacht management contracts.
- Private boat owners - annual SEA SOS subscriptions are available for privately owned yachts based in Greece, with discounted rates for fleets and yacht clubs.
- Travellers in distress - anyone in trouble in Greek waters can call us pay-as-you-go and we'll do our best to help.
How to Reach Us
In an Emergency - One Number, Day or Night.
The SEA SOS hotline rings directly to a duty officer in Alimos. Save the number in your phone before you leave the marina.
SEA SOS 24 Hours 365 Days
+30 210 220 1858Calls answered in English and Greek. Give your position (latitude / longitude), boat name and nature of the problem - we will dispatch help immediately.
For non-emergency enquiries and subscriptions: support@vlamis.gr
In cases of emergency, there is no salvage claim.
By Phone
+30 210 220 1858 - always your fastest route to a duty officer.
By Email
welcome@vlamis.gr - for non-urgent enquiries about cover.
VHF Channel 16
For life-threatening emergencies, call the Hellenic Coast Guard on VHF Ch 16 or 108 first.
Peace of Mind, at Sea
Cover Your Boat Before You Need It.
Annual SEA SOS subscriptions are open to all private yacht owners in Greece. Send us a few details about your boat and home port - we'll come back with a quote within one business day.
Good to Know
SEA SOS FAQs
Is SEA SOS included in a Vlamis charter?
Yes. SEA SOS is included at no additional cost on every Vlamis yacht charter. It is also included as standard in all Vlamis yacht management contracts. Private boat owners not on a Vlamis contract can access SEA SOS on a pay-as-you-go basis or via an annual subscription.
What areas does SEA SOS cover in Greece?
SEA SOS covers Greek waters with response partners in every major cruising ground: Saronic & Argo-Saronic, South Euboean Gulf, Cyclades, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese and Sporades. In the primary areas (Saronic and Ionian) our fleet of modern 10-metre RIB inflatable boats operates with 500hp engines and can reach most positions within 30 minutes. Coverage across all of Greece is provided through our network of local partners at every major island and port.
Is there a salvage claim if SEA SOS assists my vessel?
No. In cases of genuine emergency, there is no salvage claim. We assist first and discuss costs afterwards. For non-emergency services (fuel delivery, parts transport, planned towing) standard service fees apply, which we will confirm before dispatching.
What vessels does SEA SOS cover?
SEA SOS covers motorised and sailing vessels up to 20 metres in length. For larger vessels we can coordinate assistance through our network but response times and costs will vary. Contact us at support@vlamis.gr to discuss cover for vessels over 20 metres.