“HANSA Greek Shipping” magazine has been launched for Posidonia 2026
Two years after the launch of first “HANSA Greek Shipping” issue, we are pleased to present the Posidonia Edition 2026.
Over this period, the exhibition has continued to develop impressively, further strengthening its role as one of the most important global meeting points for the maritime industry. At the same time, the market environment has become increasingly difficult to assess. Geopolitical tensions are having a profound impact on the shipping industry, while rising costs and regulatory uncertainties are adding further complexity. Investment decisions are becoming more challenging – not least because newbuildings ordered today will often only be delivered towards the end of the decade, in 2029 or 2030.
Shipping, however, is accustomed to navigating difficult waters. Its motto is “Expect the unexpected”. The industry has repeatedly demonstrated its ability to adapt to changing conditions and to find solutions even in times of great uncertainty. This applies to all segments of the maritime economy – shipowners, shipyards and suppliers alike. They respond to technological developments, market trends and strategic challenges – and these are precisely the topics reflected in this edition.
Highlights: – “Posidonia is a Greek institution” Theodore Vokos, Managing Director of Posidonia Exhibitions – Greek Shipping in figures and data, fleetsize, age by type and orderbook – Posidonia Exhibitor Previews – Interview WIMA – Worldwide Industrial & Marine Association – Interview HEMEXPO – Hellenic Marine Equipment Manufacturers & Exporters
These challenges cannot be tackled by any maritime nation alone. Shipping is a global business, and events such as Posidonia provide an essential platform for international exchange. From the perspective of a German publisher, it is particularly encouraging to see that Germany is once again represented with a national pavilion after a long absence – a sign of the close and longstanding relationship between two of the world’s most important shipping nations. Well into the 1990s, Greek shipowners placed a significant number of orders with German shipyards, forming strong industrial ties that continue to this day. This connection is also reflected in the strong presence of numerous German companies in Athens.
With «HANSA Greek Shipping», we aim to contribute to this exchange and to provide a platform that connects maritime stakeholders from Germany, Greece and beyond. We hope you enjoy this issue and wish you a successful Posidonia.
