On January 23, 2025, The Hellenic Institute of Cultural Diplomacy in France, under the presidency of Ms. Georgia Kouvela, organized an extraordinary Dinner Gala and Cultural Parade in support of…
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For a couple of years we have been trying to have Dr. Kokarakis “on the record” and have his views on many shipping issues, paramount for shipping, particularly within the…
Demographic change poses pressing challenges to societies and nations across the world, including Greece. This more than interesting event took place at the Hellenic Residence in the heart of Mayfair;…
Analysts warn Trump’s America First trade policy on import tariffs is hurting US shippers
Oslo, Norway – 21 January 2024 – Donald Trump has not immediately followed through with his election vow of sweeping import tariffs, but uncertainty in his trade policy leaves US…
Brief Update No 25/01 Date: 15 – Jan – 2025 STATEMENT This document has been approved for distribution by Sea Guardian S.G. Ltd / Operations Department. The provided…
Supreme President Savas C. Tsivicos issued the following statement: The Order of AHEPA, founded in Atlanta, Georgia, mourns the passing of former President Jimmy Carter, of Plains, Georgia, who served…
As the holiday season draws near, The Hood App, a platform dedicated to fostering community and belonging among seafarers globally, is doubling down on its mission to provide support during this…
Brief Update No 24/011 Date: 12 – Dec – 2024 STATEMENT This document has been approved for distribution by Sea Guardian S.G. Ltd / Operations Department. The provided Intel…
The Panamanian-flagged tanker Nestos (IMO 9417464) played a pivotal role in a search and rescue mission, coordinated with the Greek Coast Guard, to save a distressed vessel. As reported by…
Acts of exceptional bravery at sea honoured at annual IMO Awards ceremony The 2024 IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea has been presented to two sets of nominees: the…
Tributes have been paid to The Maritime Group (International) (TMG) founder Captain John M Cox III following his death at the age of 93. Capt Cox, known to his friends as Jack,…
What an event that was earlier on tonight at one of the most iconic maritime buildings in the Square Mile, just south of the River Thames, at Sea Containers, where…
Panama establishes legal framework to revoke registration and licenses of vessels on international sanctions lists
Panama establishes legal framework to revoke registration and licenses of vessels on international sanctions lists The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) has introduced a legal mechanism enabling the immediate revocation of…
Indian Register of Shipping hosts commemorative Golden Jubilee celebration event at Visakhapatnam
Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) held a commemorative event of its Golden Jubilee celebrations at Visakhapatnam, on 3rd October 2024. The event was attended by a distinguished group of senior maritime…
ERT’s Antonis Karagiannakis interviews John Faraclas on current international affairs and beyond
Following the latest interview prior to the Chios’ Festival on the Environment Change Day on the 5th of September 2024, ERT’s Antonis Karagiannakis, a former Radio Officer, earlier on this…
Nine British sailors have today (3 September) been awarded the prestigious Merchant Navy Medal for saving lives at sea and championing mental health. Steven Jones, 52, from The Wirral,…
Panama, August 30, 2024 – The container ship MSC MARIE transited through the Panama Canal today, marking a milestone by becoming the largest capacity Neopanamax to cross the interoceanic route. With a length of 366…
Good Morning Monaco Saturday, August 3, 2024 Monaco at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games Prince Albert presents rowing medals at Paris Olympic Games HSH Prince Albert had the honour of…
Danai Giannouli and Iakovina Kerkezou wrote themselves into the Youth Sailing World Championships history books by claiming a maiden crown at the event on Lake Garda. Greece’s women’s 420 crew…
by Amelia Rocos* In the dynamic and unpredictable world of shipping, ancient philosophies continue to provide timeless and profound guidance. Rooted in the heart of Athens and China’s Yellow River…
Seeing the Samoan flag on her ILCA 6 sail for the first time at the Youth Sailing World Championships in The Hague was one of Elle Rasch’s proudest moments. The…
John Faraclas with Stergios Kalogiros of Vergina TV and Prof. Ioannis Panagiotopoulos on aftermath of the British election and other current issues
The aftermath of the British general election last Thursday was fully analysed during this discussion interview with Vergina’s Stergios Kalogiros and www.allaboutshipping.co.uk ‘s John Faraclas. Professor Ioannis Panagiotopoulos, a Theology…
Good Morning Monaco Saturday, June 29, 2024 Monaco officially added to ‘money laundering’ grey list The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the global anti-money laundering watchdog, announced on… Monaco government…
INTERCARGO Media Release Benchmarking Report 2023-2024 INTERCARGO members achieving fewer deficiencies and detentions, despite global upheaval INTERCARGO-registered dry bulk ships continue to outperform the industry average in both deficiencies and detentions,…
World Sailing unveils Steering the Course, a groundbreaking plan to champion gender equity in the sport
World Sailing, the global governing body for the sport of sailing, is proud to announce the launch of Steering the Course, its pioneering plan to encourage more women to participate…