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…
WISTA – Women in Shipping
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…
Posidonia 2026-Statement by the President of the Union of Greek Shipowners, Melina Travlos-Greek Shipping Moves the World
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…
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.…
Posidonia 2026 conference programme kicks off earlywith geopolitics dominant in industry agenda
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…
Captain Nikolaos Frangos and Kadio Sigala inducted into Greek Shipping Hall of Fame
Two more Greek shipping legends entered the industry pantheon as the Hall of Fame celebrated the 80th anniversary of the transfer of Liberty Ships to Greek shipowners. Athens – 27…
Strategic expansion in the Greek market: MASO Strategic strengthens its team and invests in AI-driven strategy
MASO Strategic announces a dual strategic move marking a new phase of growth in the Greek market, strengthening its presence across the maritime, healthcare and broader business sectors. As part…
Capital Link Spotlight Podcast – Showcase your Insight – 10th Maritime Leaders Summit – Greece
Agenda Sponsors Register Add to Outlook Participate in the “10th Capital Link Maritime Leaders Summit – Greece”with our Spotlight Podcast Series Secure your place among an exclusive group of 12 maritime leaders and amplify your…
AI must be a tool for progress and not exclusion to attract women to shipping, says Columbia Group’s Head of AI
Columbia Group is encouraging industry leaders to implement AI within their businesses to ensure digital processes are not blocking the progress made in attracting more women to shipping. Columbia Group says…
Applications open for technical courses as World Sailing supports the advancement of women and girls in sailing
World Sailing has opened applications from Member National Authorities (MNAs) who are interested in hosting a women’s Steering the Course technical course for coaches, race officials, judges, umpires, and measurers. …
To mark International Women’s Day 2026, WISTA UK and Stephenson Harwood LLP hosted an inspiring panel discussion titled “Re-Give to Gain: Progress in Maritime.” The event brought together professionals from across the maritime sector to reflect…
WISTA Hellas 31th Annual General Assembly and Election of Board of Directors and AuditingCommittee
Following its 31th Annual General Assembly and elections for the new Board of Directors and AuditingCommittee of WISTA Hellas, held on Wednesday 4th March 2026, WISTA Hellas is pleased to…
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…
International Women’s Day: 2025 marks a slight drop in female participation in ESPO’s board and internal meetings
06 March 2026 Over the past year, taking all ESPO board meetings and technical committees together, 38% of port professionals participating in ESPO’s board and technical committees were women. This represents…
by Robin Russel, CEO SATVA TRUST, Co-founder of Further & Further, for allaboutshipping.co.uk There was an urgency to Zoe Upson’s voice as she opened this first Vanguard Collective Forum on…
Zoe Upson, this year’s winner of the all about shipping’s 7th edition …spells it out!
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…
Zoe Upson is crowned Top Woman in Shipping for 2025 in all about shipping’s 7th edition
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…
News & Invitation – Athena40 IWD 2026 Dear Friends, I hope my message finds you in good health and spirits wherever you are! As International Women’s Month 2026 approaches, we note that…
Good evening / Good day to all all over Planet Ocean! Please note that due to an unprecented number of votes for the 100 Top Women in Shipping for 2025…
by Marianna Michailidi, Executive Affairs Manager at crossworld Greek shipping has long been a cornerstone of global maritime trade. With a history built on expertise, adaptability and international outlook, it…
by Katerina Tsourtsoula*, The event of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC Hellas) was held with great success on Wednesday, 4 February 2026, at the Athens Club, featuring Dr. Richard…
Posidonia 2026 set to break all records as duration of shipping gathering extends Posidonia to include exhibition, conferences, networking, social and sporting events over 3 week period to welcome thousands…
Final update for The 100 Top Women in Shipping by www.allaboutshipping.co.uk for 2025.Includes Ballot paper!
by Anny Zade Good Day, Good evening and Happy New Year yet again to all everywhere in Planet Ocean! Pursuant to our last update on the 11 January 2026 at…
Where Power Flows, Responsibility Follows: TRIAD at the Intersection of Engineering and Supply
In shipping, power is never “just power.” It is continuity of operations. It is safety. It is the invisible backbone that keeps a vessel stable when conditions do not forgive…
WISTA UK Appoints Nusrat Ghani MP as Its First Patron Amid Record Membership Growth
(London – 13 January 2026) –. WISTA UK announces that Nusrat Ghani MP, past WISTA UK Woman of the Year in 2024, has accepted the role of the organisation’s first Patron at a landmark moment…



