May 21, 2026CIRCULAR NO. 12/26TO MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION Dear Member: CUBA SANCTIONS UPDATES AND ISSUANCE OF EXECUTIVE ORDER 14404 On May 1, 2026, President Donald Trump signed a new Executive…

By James Brewer There is a poignancy about the beautiful, naturalistic paintings by the Baroque-era artist Michaelina Wautier. While her sitters radiate enduring charisma, just as moving is the fact…

The past, current and enfolding situation in the Middle East and how same affects the region and its wider periphery was discussed in full, with Christina Tsorba stressing the cost…

Please find Diaplous Weekly Intelligence Report, covering major developments within the week 13 – 20 May 2026. Download report here. For your reference, please see below the highlights of this week’s report:…

We have been following Kira’s creative journey for many years and we had the opportunity to visit Future Icons Selects during London Craft Week and Clerkenwell Design Week.  Kira’s latest…

Brief Update: No 08-2/2026 Date: May 19, 2026 This report/bulletin is based and in continuity with the SEA GUARDIAN Threat & Risk Assessment 16 to 30 April 2026 published by…

Two acclaimed Greek journalists questioned John Faraclas of www.allaboutshipping.co.uk in London on the current warring situation on EPT3 102FM Radio; a very timely interview given the gloabl uncertainty with two…

ESG Shipping Awards International 2026 Celebrates Global ESG Leadership Across the Shipping Industry in Athens. 17 May, Athens, GreeceThe ESG Shipping Awards International 2026 successfully brought together more than 400…

by Prof. Dr. Eng. Evangelos Markopoulos, Visiting Professor in Knowledge Management and Artificial Intelligence, and Senior Fellow at the University of Turku, Faculty of Technology, Department of Mechanical and Materials…

Education is the key to advancing gender equality in shipping The World Maritime University’s (WMU) Professor Momoko Kitada and WISTA’s Elpi Petraki identify education as the heart of the matter for…

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,…

by Irene Rosberg, Programme Director, The Blue MBA On Wednesday, 06 May 2026, in connection with the Blue MBA Module 4 in Hamburg, Gerald Hirt, Managing Director, HVCC Hamburg Vessel…

by Christina Zioga* You don’t need to have symptoms to take care of your health. You don’t need to “feel sick” to get checked. Prevention isn’t just for older people.…

CLIA’s high-level Policy Event in Greece Highlights Cruise Growth, Island Communities, Economic Impact and Sustainability Athens, 7 May 2026 — The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice of…

by Katerina Tsourtsoula A highly successful working lunch was held on Monday, April 20, 2026, at the Athenian Club, organized by the Hellenic National Committee of the International Chamber of…

From insurance and risk management to energy transition, digitalisation and maritime security, the Posidonia 2026 conference programme highlights an industry actively reshaping itself in response to geopolitical disruption and structural…

Every year since the late 90’s, the graduates of AKSS (The Anargyrios and Korgialenios College of Spetses), Class of 1970 meet on the Incredulity of Thomas Anniversary – just a…

by Iris D. Liaskoni Seascape Marine & Trading Ltd. will be joining the world’s premier maritime gathering this June, as Posidonia 2026 opens its doors at the Athens Metropolitan Expo…

A timely keynote speech by Vassilios Kroustallis, ABS’ Chief Commercial Officer, at Singapore Maritime week at TradeWinds Shipowners Forum: Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for your time today. Let me…

By Maria Themeli, Strategic Advisor to CEOs | SEALS Strategy Oversight As the 11th Delphi Economic Forum (2026) concludes today in the historic landscape of Delphi, the message for the global business…

Fashionality.nyc By Elena Sendona on April 21, 2026 During Milan Design Week 2026, La DoubleJ unveils a transportive installation that reshapes the language of design through scale, spirit, and sensory wonder. Titled Size Matters, the experience…

LONDON 21.04.2026– Maritime London is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Williams as its next Chief Executive, succeeding Jos Standerwick. Mark was the Founder and Managing Director of Shipping…

Agenda Sponsors Register Add to Outlook The 10th Capital Link Maritime Leaders Summit – Greece will take place on Monday, June 1, 2026, at the Athenaeum Intercontinental Athens and is…

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’…

Fashionality.nyc By Elena Sendona on April 14, 2026 A quiet force in Italian luxury is stepping into a new phase of visibility with the kind of intentionality that defines its very essence. Henry…

Calls Out Genco Board’s Five-Month Refusal to Engage on Fully Financed, All-Cash Offer Delivering Certain, Premium Value at Cyclically High Asset Values Refutes Genco’s Campaign of Misinformation Regarding Diana’s Financing,…

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…

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…

In our last two reports we presented the recap of events as well as the hint of what is yet to come and the attitude of all those involved in…

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…

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…

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…

The Maritime Authority of Jamaica has marked Jamaica’s 50th anniversary as a member of the International Maritime Organization with a call for Small Island Developing States to be fully represented in decisions…

Matt Britzman, senior equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown: “Global equity markets are heading into Friday on a cautiously brighter footing, with FTSE 100 futures pointing to a positive open and US futures looking broadly flat after…

Hantavirus precautions21 May 2026, Sharjah, United Arab EmiratesSharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority has instructed vessels to implement enhanced hantavirus preventive and monitoring measures both onboard and during port…

New international framework will regulate vessels operating with little or no human crew The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted a new International Code of Safety for Maritime Autonomous Surface…

The strategic role of Greek Shipping for the country and the strong footprint it leaves at the geopolitical, energy and development levels, were highlighted at the 10th Shipping Congress of Naftemporiki ,…

Nassau, The Bahamas 20 May 2026 The Bahamas has regained eligibility for the United States Coast Guard’s QUALSHIP 21 programme for the 2026–27 period, reflecting the strong Port State Control…

For and on behalf of Ocean Network Express The maritime industry has a recruitment challenge … but not simply because young people are uninterested in shipping. In reality, many young…

Derren Nathan, head of equity research, Hargreaves Lansdown: “The FTSE 100 has recovered its losses this morning after initially dropping around 0.4%. The move mirrors oil prices which gave back earlier gains. Autotrader is…