INSIDE This week, regional developments show increasing pressure on key chokepoints and ongoing conflicts from the Black Sea to the Horn of Africa. Humanitarian conditions in Yemen are getting…
WASHINGTON, DC — AHEPA Supreme President E. Chris Kaitson laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier today, underscoring our Order’s deep commitment to honoring those who’ve sacrificed for…
Over 35,000 Visitors and 2,200 Exhibitors Set New Exhibition Records The 29th edition of the biennial Posidonia Exhibition closed today at the Athens Metropolitan Expo, cementing its position as the…
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…
Good day. Please find Diaplous Weekly Intelligence Report, covering major developments within the week 27 May – 03 Jun 2026. Download report here. For your reference, please see below the highlights of…
Record Exhibitors and Expanded Conference Programme as the 29th Edition Welcomes the Global Maritime Community to the ‘Home of Shipping’ The global maritime community is gathering in Athens this week…
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…
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,…
USCG Annual Report – Greece Retains QUALSHIP 21 The US Coast Guard (USCG) has published its 2025 Annual Report, which you can access here. The Maritime Safety Division of the…
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…
BIMCO Posidonia 2026 SeminarCrewing the Future: Supply, Sustainability & Seafarers’ RightsWednesday 3 June at Metropolitan Expo Athens Join BIMCO during Posidonia 2026 for two panel discussions exploring the future of…
MAY 27, 2026TO ALL INSUREDS AND BROKERSDear Colleagues: CUBA SANCTIONS UPDATES AND ISSUANCE OF EXECUTIVE ORDER 14404 On May 1, 2026, President Donald Trump signed a new Executive Order 14404,“Imposing Sanctions…
The European Commission is currently finalising a proposal to review the EU-ETS Directive 2003/87/EC which has been extended to the maritime sector in January 2024. Since 2021, when the EU-ETS…
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…
compile by Marilina Ntaoundaki The 4th combined event celebrating Women in Maritime Day was successfully held at the historic Trinity House, bringing together professionals from across the shipping and maritime…
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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 ,…
International Shipping Conference and Collective Action at the Stand The Hellenic Marine Environment Protection Association (HELMEPA) will hold its International Conference “Ocean Intelligence in MetaShipping: Biodiversity, People, Innovation, Investment” on…
IBIA will host a reception on Sunday, 31 May, at the Official Residence of the South African Embassy in Athens, bringing together members of the global bunker industry during Posidonia…
London, UK – May 19, 2026: The global maritime industry’s accelerating return to wind-powered shipping will take centre stage at this year’s Posidonia exhibition in Athens, as the Greek shipping…
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…
With so many exciting events coming up, here is a quick update! 18th May – 3rd Trinity House and WISTA UK Women in Maritime Event. Taking place at 5.30pm in Trinity…
In an era of geopolitical realignments, uncertainty and multiple crises, shipping remains a force of stability, continuity and connection. Shipping moves the world, keeping economies functioning, societies supplied and people…