GSCC statement in view of the recent statements made by individual members of the shipping fraternity.
Ιn view of recent statements made by individual members of the shipping fraternity, which do not reflect the views of the vast majority of the Greek shipping community, the G.S.C.C. would like to place on record that it has worked closely with every Greek Government over the many decades since its inception, and in particular with the Ministry of Mercantile Marine and the Hellenic Coast Guard in order to further the development of the Greek shipping industry.
Without the Greek Government, the Greek flag, Greek seafarers and our offices in Greece, what we today call the Greek shipping miracle would not have occurred.
It is imperative to continue this close cooperation in order to safeguard one of Greece’s most important export industries and retain its place as Europe’s most prominent maritime state.
In the international arena, we strongly believe that without the I.M.O modern shipping would not have reached the great heights of safety and progress in all areas. The I.M.O. is the leading global maritime legislative body and its work has always been acknowledged, supported and admired by the Greek shipping
industry.
We also realize, as Europeans, the importance of the E.U. in playing a very significant role in driving safety and environmental awareness, assisting world trade and enhancing the technological strength of Europe’s place as a global shipping service provider.
