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New 2026–2029 Propeller Club Piraeus board, featuring Danae Bezantakou as its first female President.
On Wednesday, July 1st, 2026, the first meeting of the new Board of Governors of the Propeller Club, Port of Piraeus took place, during which the Board was formally constituted…
Diana Shipping Inc. Announces Extension of Financing to Support Acquisition of All Outstanding Shares of Genco Shipping & Trading
Diana Shipping Inc. Announces Extension of Financing to Support Acquisition of All Outstanding Shares of Genco Shipping & Trading Fully Underwritten Commitment Arranged by DNB Carnegie and Nordea, with Participation…
Once again at the Trailfinders Sports Club in London’s West Ealing, another great gathering of the HESGB members and friends took place under unique weather conditions, given the recent heatwave…
Without prejudice Following our last and the inability of the players to create a better environment in the Middle East and in particular in the Persian Gulf, I took a…
B rief Update: No 10-1/2026 Date: June 29, 2026 Executive summary Objectives To provide the maritime industry and Security Stake or Shareholders in a monthly cycle, with: 1. The Assessment…
Working together to evacuate 11,000 seafarers stranded in the Persian Gulf. Heightened geopolitical tensions, including the evolving situations in the Strait of Hormuz, the Black Sea and the Sea of…
Interview with Emma Collier of Further Ventures on Her Propeller Club 2026 Board of Governors Candidacy
Here below viewers of www.allaboutshipping.co.uk not only in Greece but all over Planet Ocean can read this impromtu special interview to John Faraclas by our Emma Collier, a candidate in…
Sea Guardian’s Threat / Risk Security & Safety Weekly Bulletin (brief assessment) June 13 to June 19
Brief Update: No 09-4/2026 Date: June 19, 2026 In references to: INSIDE It is still risky from a maritime perspective, with changing political alliances, increasing competition for energy and critical…
Dear colleagues,It gives me pleasure to present our 91st annual report. The last twelve months have truly been a period of great volatility, especially with the advent of the Iranian…
Following the Elections of 18th June 2026, the New Council of the Greek ShippingCo-operation Committee for the period June 2026 – June 2028, is as follows: FAFALIOS ΗARALAMBOS J. ChairmanCAROUSSIS…
Eleventy Brings Milanese Finesse to Sandblu Resort in Santorini with a New Boutique at Greece’s Most Talked-About Luxury Retreat
By Elena Sendona on June 16, 2026 Fashionality.nyc As Santorini welcomes another vibrant summer season, Italian luxury brand Eleventy is strengthening its presence on the international stage with the opening of a new…
I’m Running for the Propeller Club Board of Governors and This is What I Hope to Take Further (and Further)
The Propeller Club has always existed to bring maritime leadership together, to convene around the biggest issues facing the industry, to navigate adversity through shared perspective, and to celebrate our…
ERT’s Antonis Karagiannakis interviews allaboutshipping’s John Faraclas on POSIDONIA 2026, Geopolitics et al
Viewers can listen herebelow to this live interview covering a dozens of issues, primarily the POSIDONIA 2026 and its effect to Greek and Global Shipping as well as Geopolitics and…
WISTA International, AGM & Conference 2026, 28-30 October Intercontinental, Kuala Lumpur
Don’t miss out – only 4 weeks left to take advantage of the #WISTA2026 Early Bird Rate! Open to everyone, the WISTA International Conference provides the ideal platform to collaborate,…
DCL is delighted to invite audiences to an enchanting and thought-provoking theatrical journey with its production of “The Birds” by Aristophanes, taking place on 20 and 21 June. One of…
Vergina TV’s Christina Tsorba discusses with allaboutshipping’s John Faraclas the latest on Geopolitics, Posidonia 2026 with a splash of soccer
Further to our last during POSIDONIA 2026, here we go on the latest on Geopolitics, given the last four months events on the ongoing wars in the Black Sea, the…
BERGEN, 10 June 2026 — WISTA Norway is proud to announce that Trygve Nøkleby, Managing Director of the Bergen Shipowners Association, has been named the recipient of the 20th annual WISTA Norway Leadership…
Fashionality.nyc By Elena Sendona on June 10, 2026 Zanclea’s official debut at Milan’s iconic 10 Corso Como was quite unique for a very good double reason. The launch of the new accessories brand…
Who Owns the Consequences of AI-Influenced Decisions in Shipping? Further Ventures Debuts at Posidonia
Further Ventures Debuts in Athens at the Opening of Posidonia Weekend New Greek-anchored think tank initiative for maritime leadership draws a full house to an unfiltered conversation on who owns…
Inmarsat Maritime’s Partner Director for Europe and the Americas, Kalliope “Popi” Economou, outlines how a combination of advanced multi-network connectivity and regional partnerships is supporting Greek shipping’s digital and human-centred…
Driving Operational Excellence in Shipping – A Practical Approach with a Human Perspective
By Dormary Fotopoulou, Business Development Manager – SAFE DRYCON The maritime industry continues to evolve under increasing regulatory pressure, heightened vetting expectations, and a growing emphasis on transparency, safety culture,…
By James Brewer Like many young artists of his time, Konrad Mägi headed for Paris in 1907 hoping to make his reputation and his fortune. He was to be disappointed,…
VERGINA TV’s Christina Tsorba interviews allaboutshipping’s John Faraclas on POSIDONIA 2026
Given the POSIDONIA 2026 International Exhibition and Conferences taking place as you read thesenews, it was a rare live chance for VERGINA TV’s Christina Tsorba to interview allaboutshipping’s John Faraclas…
By Elena Sendona When Athens becomes the capital of global shipping, shipowners, executives and industry leaders dress for business—with a Mediterranean twist. Every two years, Athens undergoes a transformation that…
MERC launches new research programme on ship energy efficiency and decarbonisation technologies
The Athens-based Maritime Emissions Reduction Centre (MERC) has launched a major new industry programme at Posidonia 2026, combining research, real-world pilot projects and data management applications development to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the existing global shipping fleet. The programme is designed…
A Young Creative Talent Set to Brighten the Shipping World: Meet Beatrice Sagen-Andersen
As the global shipping community gathers for Posidonia 2026, one very special young guest will be celebrating a major milestone. On 2 June 2026, Beatrice Sagen-Andersen turns 10 years old…
For decades, Greek shipping has demonstrated an extraordinary ability to adapt, evolve and lead through every market cycle. From navigating volatile freight markets to driving fleet renewal and influencing global…
by Stas Margaronis The optimistic expectations of global tanker owners could be in for a surprise if nations decide they cannot tolerate a long-term increase in high fuel prices and…
By Myrto Maria Barbaris Design governs every aspect of human activity. It is fundamentally an exercise in decision-making — a process shaped by logic, purpose, and the reasoning behind every…
The Seafarers’ Charity and Women Together Join Forces at Posidonia Running Event to Champion Seafarer Welfare.
A team of women from across the maritime industry took to the streets of Piraeus on 31 May to participate in the 6th Posidonia Running Event, raising awareness and funds…
THALATTA, THALATTA! – Art, maritime culture and a new public dialogue around the Sea
It is remarkable how naturally we learn to love the sea, yet how rarely we think about its vulnerability. We associate it with freedom, travel, summer, memory and beauty; we…
By Elena Sendona Dr. Petros Efthimiou swapped the Manhattan skyline for the Aegean light — and in doing so, became the face of a new, borderless medicine. He treats patients…
Brief Update: No 09-1/2026 Date: May 29, 2026 Executive summary Objectives 1. The Assessment is produced by the R&I team in a global approach covering 23 different regions in total,…
We are delighted to celebrate the 15th Anniversary of the WWW.ALLABOUTSHIPPING.CO.UK news and features site, coinciding with the magnificent shipping exhibition and business platform POSIDONIA 2026. We extend our thanks and appreciation…
On Friday, May 8, 2026, the 1st Mare Forum Chios 2026 was held at the Chandris Hotel in Chios. The conference took place on the island for the first time,…
Greece achieved top distinctions at this year’s awards of the UK-based travel trade platform Travel Gossip, following a vote conducted among travel agents across the United Kingdom. The country was named “Agents’…
Southampton to mark Titanic anniversary with memorial service honouring lost crew Southampton will mark the anniversary of the RMS Titanic tragedy with a commemorative service on Wednesday (April 15th at 11am) – honouring more…
Statement from Thomas A. Kazakos, Secretary General of the International Chamber of Shipping, following the announcement of the conditional ceasefire between the United States and IranThomas A. Kazakos said: “We…
Following from the Chios Marine Club:“We please and honoured to provide you with the following link for your information on the topic: ”CIRCULAR ECONOMY & SHIP RECYCLING”. This is the result…
By James Brewer Tracey Emin lives for art. Grateful for flourishing in what she calls her second life, having survived the ordeal of major surgery – surgeries – in 2020…
Costas Mardas questions John Faraclas on the Strait of Hormuz at BLUESKY TV’s program Personal Data
Given the importance of Shipping and in particular that of Greek Shipping in keeping a balance to the economy and well being of 8 billion people on Planet Ocean, world…
Marking five years of the Chios Festival’s creative journey, this year represents a significant milestone, featuring emblematic celebratory events attended by distinguished guests, including His Beatitude the Pope and Patriarch of…
compiled by Anny Zade and John Faraclas of allaboutshipping.co.uk With just over 800 participants – a figure approaching last year’s record of 842 and representing 40-plus nationalities, this year’s 31st Annual…
Zoe Upson, this year’s winner of the all about shipping’s 7th edition …spells it out!
by John Faraclas Upon revealing to Zoe Upson that she won this year’s edition on “The 100 Top WOMEN in Shipping for 2025 by allaboutshipping.co.uk”, the seventh since 2018, she…
Zoe Upson is crowned Top Woman in Shipping for 2025 in all about shipping’s 7th edition
by Anny Zade We are pleased to announce that Zoe Upson, the runner up in 2024, is the clear winner for 2025! Here are the final results for the 100…
Geopolitics has become the leading focus of executive maritime education, reflecting a decisive shift in how senior leaders assess risk, capital and long-term strategy. Copenhagen Business School’s Ms Rosberg, Programme Director…
About the new HL Easy Access Cash ISA issue The new issue of the HL Easy Access Cash ISA (powered by Shawbrook) is a new rate being added to HL’s…
Hargreaves Lansdown strengthens Executive Leadership Team to drive technology and transformation agenda
Hargreaves Lansdown, the UK’s largest D2C investment and savings platform, is pleased to announce two new appointments – Charles Thompson as Chief Technology Officer and Michael Finnegan as Chief Transformation…
Major maritime, ports and energy companies have been identified by Cydome’s threat-intelligence unit as having Fortinet Firewall passwords and logins leaked in the recent “FortiBleed” incident. More than 86,000 Administrator…
The Swedish Club warns crew competence must keep pace with Asia’s new generation of vessels
Asia’s rapid investment in LNG and alternative fuel vessels must be matched by greater investment in crew competence if the industry is to realise the safety benefits of next-generation ships,…
Establishment of Immigration Check Post02 Jul 2026, Karaikal, IndiaAdani Karaikal Port designated authorized Immigration Check Post. • Reduces associated time, effort and costs. • Operations began on June 23, 2026.READ…
Final day of the UK’s premier logistics event connects over five hundred students with industry leaders through tours and expert sessions during its Next Generation Programme Multimodal 2026 concluded today at the NEC…
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Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works has selected Echandia to supply battery systems for two fully electric tugs within India’s Green Tug Transition Program. The vessels will operate at Visakhapatnam Port …
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and U.S. Coast Guard have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen coordination on civilian maritime nuclear projects. It replaces an agreement …
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Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works has selected Echandia to supply battery systems for two fully electric tugs within India’s Green Tug Transition Program. The vessels will operate at Visakhapatnam Port …
About the new HL Easy Access Cash ISA issue The new issue of the HL Easy Access Cash ISA (powered by Shawbrook) is a new rate being added to HL’s …
Editor: Sandra Speares | Email: contactus@themaritimeadvocate.com The Maritime Advocate is free to readers and is entirely supported by advertisers and sponsors. A banner advertisement represents excellent value so please consider using …









