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…

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,…

THREAT / RISK SECURITY & SAFETY WEEKLY BULLETIN (brief assessment) May 29 to June 05, 2026 Brief Update: No 09-2/2026 Date: June 05, 2026 In Reference to:SEA GUARDIAN Monthly Threat…

Diana Has Consistently Offered Approximately 1.0x NAV Based on the Same Broker Valuation Source Genco Itself Used for Five Years Genco Has Now Moved the Goalposts by Adopting a New…

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…

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…

DIANA SHIPPING INC. COMMENTS ON GENCO SHIPPING & TRADING’S REJECTION OF$24.80 PER SHARE ALL-CASH TENDER OFFER Athens, Greece – June 2, 2026 – Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) (“Diana” or “the…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 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.…

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 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…

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 Prince Madog will be the first sea-going, manned hydrogen retrofit of its kind. The UK-flagged research vessel Prince Madog has received certification for a hydrogen fuel cell retrofit, following approval by…

10 June 2026 The Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST) is hosting its first Ethics in the Maritime Industry Symposium (1 July 2026, Southampton). Hosted by the IMarEST & RINA Southern Joint Branch, the…

On June 16 & 17, an international conference will be held in Greece on the future of skills, training and lifelong learning. Two days that will change the way we…

Maritime leaders at a healthcare-focused seminar during Posidonia 2026 called for a major shift in how the shipping industry protects crews, arguing that reactive treatment alone is no longer enough…

Chris Windsor CMM, the Port of Dover’s long-standing Marina Manager will be retiring at the end of this month, following an incredible 30-year service at the Kent port. Chris first…

New interactive format will streamline passage planning for mariners Taunton, UK – The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has launched ADMIRALTY Digital Sailing Directions (ADSD), transforming its world leading Sailing Directions navigational guides into a high-performance, interactive digital format. Designed to simplify passage planning and…

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Lloyd’s Register Group (LR) and Lloyd’s Register Foundation (The Foundation) are delighted to announce the appointment of the new chair of its boards.    Matthias Altendorf will succeed current chair Thomas Thune…

Good Morning Monaco Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Train disruptions expected in Monaco as SNCF strike action looms Rail passengers travelling through Monaco are being warned to expect significant disruption on…