The Heraklion Chamber of Commerce has reported encouraging statistics for business activity in 2024, showing a significant increase in new business registrations compared to the previous year. With 2,622 new businesses registered in 2024—a 19.12% rise from 2023—and a positive balance between registrations and deregistrations, the local business community appears robust. The services sector led the growth, emphasizing continued entrepreneurial vitality in the region. Chamber President Evangelos Karkanakis highlighted the importance of supporting struggling businesses to enhance the local economy.