This year’s Induction Ceremony of The Greek Shipping Hall of Fame will take place on the evening of Monday 27 April 2026 at Megaron, The Athens Concert Hall.

Leading personalities of the Greek shipping world and their international partners are expected on the occasion of Greek shipping’s most prestigious annual dinner event.

Celebrating the industry’s leadership, history, and culture, the Greek Shipping Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Dinner is expected to attract a capacity audience of close to 600 guests.

A truly unique occasion, the event honours many of Greek shipping’s most historic personalities and highlights include the unveiling of the Hall of Fame’s latest Inductees – the Inductees for 2025.”

Caroline Lowry, Director of Phoebe Media & Events Ltd, the exclusive event organiser, comments: “Every year, we are very grateful to the many leading organisations that choose to partner with the Greek Shipping Hall of Fame as event sponsors, and we look forward to greeting our supporters and their guests on this very special occasion”.

A donation from the event proceeds will again be made to Greek children’s charities.

The Greek Shipping Hall of Fame thanks event sponsors confirmed to date: ABS, IRI/The Marshall Islands Registry and Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding Co. as Co- Lead Sponsors of the Induction Ceremony & Dinner 2026.

John McDonald, ABS Chairman & CEO comments: “ABS is honored to support the Greek Shipping Hall of Fame and celebrate the visionary leaders of Greek shipping; trailblazers whose entrepreneurial drive, commercial savvy and resilience have shaped the global maritime industry. Our relationship with Greek shipping spans generations. It’s built on trust, shared values and a deep respect for the legacy and future of this remarkable community.”

Theo K. Xenakoudis, Chief Commercial Officer, Managing Director - Piraeus, Greece, IRI / The Marshall Islands Registry comments: “The Greek Shipping Hall of Fame honours the long-term spirit of leadership, vision, and advancement within the Greek shipping community. International Registries, Inc. (IRI) and the Marshall Islands Registry are privileged to continue our support for this event and proudly recognise this year’s honorees as pioneers and visionaries in the industry.”

Chen Gang, Chairman of Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding, comments: “SWS is honoured to continue its support for the Greek Shipping Hall of Fame in 2026 as a Lead Sponsor of the Induction Ceremony & Dinner to celebrate visionary leaders of Greek shipping.

“During 2025 SWS delivered its 600th vessel, a milestone in its 26-year history of building ships. We are currently constructing China’s second domestically-built large cruise ship for delivery during 2026. “Our journey at SWS is powered by our commitment to intelligent shipbuilding, contributing to a modern, digitalised global shipping industry. We continue to be inspired by Greece’s legacy of maritime excellence, and we look forward to further deepening our partnership and together charting a course to a sustainable maritime future.”

We extend our appreciation and thanks to leading shipping companies TMS Group as Welcome Drinks Sponsor, Navios Maritime Partners as Dinner Sponsor, and The Tsakos Group as After-Dinner Digestifs Sponsor.

Premium Sponsors so far confirmed are Ascenz Marorka, Citi Private Bank, Kpler, Moore Greece, OceanScore, Optima Shipping Services and PPG. Bank Julius Baer is once again enhancing our support to Greek children’s charities. Standard Sponsors to date are Allied Shipbroking, Anglo Eastern, Antipollution, Chevron Marine Lubricants, China Classification Society, ClassNK, Columbia Group, CMB Financial Leasing, Hempel, Korean Register, Kyvernitis Travel, Marichem Marigases Worldwide, Marine Tours, Monjasa, San Marino Ship Register, UK Defence Club, UK P&I Club and Veson Nautical.

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Safe Bulkers, Inc. with the recommendation of the Corporate Governance, Nominating and Compensation Committee, the Board of Directors of the Company voted to expand the size of the Board from nine to eleven directors and to appoint Jeffrey Bunzel and Vasilis Hajioannou to fill the new positions, with immediate effect. The Board has determined that Mr. Bunzel is independent for the purposes of NYSE independence standards and has appointed Mr. Bunzel to serve on the Corporate Governance, Nominating and Compensation Committee, the Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance Committee and the Audit Committee.

Mr. Vasilis Hajioannou, son of the Polys V. Hajioannou with experience in Operations and Chartering departments combines technical knowledge with operational oversight. Mr Hajioannou holds a bachelor’s degree in marine engineering and a master’s degree in shipping and logistics from Newcastle University, UK.

Mr. Jeffrey Bunzel, brings more than thirty years experience in Investment, Banking and Capital Markets. He has been Managing Director, Head of Equity Capital Markets at Deutsche Bank AG for 14 years. Before, from 1994-2012 he had been Managing Director at Credit Suisse. Mr Bunzel holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Berkeley and a Master of Arts from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy. He is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations. 

Safe Bulkers Inc. specializes in the ownership of dry bulk vessels. As of September 2025 our fleet of 45 dry bulk vessels consisted of 8 Panamax, 13 Kamsarmax, 17 Post-Panamax and 7 Capesize class vessels with an average age of 10.3 years and an aggregate carrying capacity of 5 million dwt. 85% of our fleet has been build in Japanese shipyards.

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The trial assessed the performance of an AI-based navigation platform, focusing on its role in enhancing situational awareness and supporting human decision-making at sea.

Lloyd’s Register (LR) has tested Orca AI's AI-powered navigation system during a live vessel trial.

The assessment focused on how AI-based computer vision can support human decision-making in real operating conditions, particularly in complex navigation scenarios such as congested waters and reduced visibility.

The trial was conducted on a feeder containership during a five-day voyage through some of the Mediterranean’s busiest shipping lanes, from the port of Gioia Tauro in Italy to Marsaxlokk, Malta. The work tested the system’s object detection performance alongside radar, AIS and visual watchkeeping.

During the voyage, the platform detected close-range and low-signature targets that were not always visible on traditional systems, supporting watchkeepers in challenging scenarios such as non-AIS vessel and small craft encounters and night operations.

LR Ship Performance Specialist Han Beng Koe joined the vessel as the onboard assessor, providing real-time feedback on usability and performance while the system was evaluated against established navigation references.

Koe said: “As the onboard assessor, I observed the demonstrated capabilities of AI-based computer vision within the operational environment. This provides a clear indication of the performance potential and scalable application of emerging technologies in maritime navigation systems.”

Dipali Kuchekar, Product Manager (Marine and Offshore) at LR, said: “This significant project serves as an important reference point for data-driven system evaluations. It reflects our shared commitment to the adoption of novel technologies, at a time when decarbonisation and autonomy are becoming increasingly intertwined.”

Dor Raviv, Orca AI CTO and Co-founder, added: “What this trial shows is that AI-assisted navigation is no longer a future concept, it is already delivering measurable value in live operations. More than 1,200 vessels using Orca AI are evidence that earlier and more accurate detection, lead to more-informed decisions on the bridge, which lead to safer navigation. Trials like this pave the way for broader AI adoption in our industry on the journey towards autonomous shipping.”

The project combined performance metrics with structured human factors input to evaluate both detection accuracy and usability on the bridge. It also introduces a structured approach for evaluating enhanced situational awareness systems, using precision and recall metrics alongside crew feedback to reflect real-world usability. This framework aims to support shipowners, technology developers and regulators as AI becomes increasingly adopted in maritime operations.

The collaboration also included targeted human factors workshops delivered by LR to support Orca AI’s approach to gathering and using crew feedback. The sessions, overseen by Stephanie McLay, Team Lead - Human Factors, LR, focused on best practice in usability research, helping ensure that insights from seafarers operating in demanding conditions are captured, analysed and acted upon effectively.

“From a human factors perspective, it is not just about what the technology can do. It is about how effectively it supports the human operator. These workshops demonstrated how structured feedback and user-centred design can play a critical role in shaping safer and more usable AI-enabled navigation systems,” McLay said.

Trial information:

The evaluation of the Orca AI platform was conducted on a feeder containership sailing from the port of Gioia Tauro in Italy to Marsaxlokk, Malta, by way of Bar in Montenegro. Covering a total distance of 828 nautical miles, it included complex navigation scenarios such as congested waters near ports, the Strait of Messina and the Marsaxlokk anchorage, as well as open-water sailing.

Orca AI’s SeaPod computer-vision units, mounted on top of the vessel’s bridge, features a fixed sensor heads equipped with day and thermal cameras providing up to 360 FOV. The SeaPod serves as digital watchkeeper that detects, classifies and estimates the distance to relevant objects in real time, with the system display positioned centrally in the bridge console.

A total of 98 observations were collected at intervals of roughly 30 minutes in open water, reducing to 5 minutes in heavy-traffic areas. The majority (63%) were conducted under congested conditions. The dataset covered 739 relevant targets including small, unlit or low-Radar-signature vessels that traditional Radar failed to identify. Benchmarking for evaluating detections was provided by ground truth data generated through a combination of the Orca AI system’s screen and recordings, Radar, AIS data via ECDIS and visual observations.

The SeaPod achieved 94% Precision (635 “True Positive” detections out of the 739 targets) and 98.6% Recall, detecting nearly all relevant objects. There was zero system downtime during the voyage.

About Lloyd’s Register

Lloyd’s Register (LR) is a global professional services group specialising in marine engineering, technology and digital solutions. We were created more than 260 years ago as the world’s first marine classification society to improve and set standards for the safety of ships.

Today we are a leading provider of classification and compliance services to the marine and offshore industries, helping our clients design, construct and operate their assets to accepted levels of safety and environmental compliance.

We also provide advisory services and digital solutions, supporting fleet and voyage performance and optimisation.  Through OneOcean, LR delivers integrated digital solutions supporting voyage planning, optimisation, compliance, training and fleet performance across more than 30,000 vessels globally. 

In the race to zero emissions, our research, advisory and technical expertise and industry-firsts are supporting a safe, sustainable maritime energy transition.

Lloyd’s Register Group is wholly owned by the Lloyd’s Register Foundation, a politically and financially independent global charity that promotes safety and education.

About Orca AI

Orca AI is the leading maritime operations platform utilizing artificial intelligence and computer vision to achieve the most significant change across the shipping industry in centuries. The Orca AI platform empowers shipping companies to maximize operational efficiency and voyage safety for ships and fleets. With Orca AI, crew can now make rapid, data-driven decisions in congested waters or low visibility conditions, while fleet managers and operators gain unprecedented insights into their fleets’ performance.

Orca AI brings autonomous mobility to the shipping industry, having powered the world's first commercial autonomous voyage in 2022, in partnership with Designing the Future of Full Autonomous Ships (DFFAS) and The Nippon Foundation.

Headquartered in London, UK, Orca AI is trusted by global leaders including Maran Tankers, MSC, Seaspan and NYK. The platform is installed on more than 1,200 vessels worldwide and 500 more in pipeline.

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Mark O'Neil leaves Columbia on extremely good terms and as per the group’s succession planning,
Andreas Hadjipetrou has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Columbia Group while Demetris Chrysostomou, CEO Asia, has been appointed Deputy CEO, thus ensuring the strengthening of Columbia’s presence in Asia and enhancing the group’s leadership.

“My job at Columbia was to bring about transformational change and that task has now been completed. It is time to hand over the reins and to seek fresh challenges. I know I leave Columbia in very safe hands and in a very good shape,” Mark said.

Heinrich Schoeller, Chairman of Schoeller Holdings, owner of The Columbia Group, expressed his thanks to Mr O’Neil for his exceptional leadership and contribution during his tenure, and wished him all the best for the future, stressing that the two will remain firm friends going forward.

Andreas Hadjipetrou is a highly experienced and longstanding member of the organisation. He has been with the company for nearly 30 years and brings deep operational knowledge, strong leadership and continuity to the business.

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LALIZAS Charter Summit 2026 was held from April 14–16 at LaLiBay Resort & Spa on the island of Aegina.

The event brought together selected charter companies from across Greece for three days of high-level discussions, knowledge exchange and meaningful collaborations.

During the Summit, participants had the opportunity to further explore our manufacturing brands, product portfolio and latest developments, while gaining valuable insights into current market trends.

The sessions enabled an in-depth exchange on evolving market needs, allowing for open discussion around key challenges, while paving the way for targeted solutions and future opportunities.

Iasonas Lalizas, Marketing & Communications Director, gave a presentation on the entire group, while Vasilis Nikolopoulos, Greek Wholesale Supervisor, discussed our engagement with charter companies in particular. Additionally, George Papoutsis, Technical Manager of Lofrans & MAX POWER, provided more insights into our strong collaboration with boat builders.

The audience was actually impressed by the LALIZAS Group’s offerings and our overall operations and manufacturing capabilities.

The company also welcomed Capt. George Parisis as a guest speaker, who enriched the event with his extensive industry experience, focusing on the transformation of chartering into an experience-driven offering.

Key discussions also focused on critical industry challenges, including attracting the next generation to yachting.

Beyond the conference sessions, the Summit fostered strong connections through dedicated one-to-one meetings and informal networking moments in a relaxed setting, including a welcome reception, seaside lunch and evening BBQ.

We would like to sincerely thank all participants for their trust, engagement and valuable contributions. Their active involvement was instrumental in making this Summit a true success and we look forward to building on these insights and partnerships in the upcoming season.

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Tototheo Global, a leading provider of advanced connectivity and technology solutions for the maritime, enterprise and government sectors, has expanded into Singapore, strengthening its international footprint and deepening its presence in one of the world’s most important hubs for maritime, trade and technology.

The expansion reflects the company’s continued growth and strategic focus on markets where demand for advanced connectivity, digital infrastructure and operational resilience is increasing. With Singapore playing a central role in global shipping and regional decision-making, Tototheo Global is now even better positioned to support customers and partners across Asia with greater proximity, responsiveness, and market insight.

This move builds on the company’s broader international trajectory as it continues to grow its presence in key markets and broaden its role as a provider of integrated, mission-critical technology solutions. With four decades of expertise, Tototheo Global supports customers through a comprehensive portfolio that includes satellite communications, navigation, cybersecurity, digital transformation and AI and IoT-enabled services.

Despina Panayiotou Theodosiou, co-CEO of Tototheo Global, said: “Singapore is one of the most important maritime markets in the world and a natural step in our growth journey. Expanding our presence there strengthens our ability to support customers more closely, develop our regional partnerships further and respond to market needs with greater speed and focus. It reflects both the scale of the opportunity in Asia and our confidence in the direction of the business.”

Tototheo Global’s presence in Singapore coincides with increased engagement across the region. The company participated in Asia Pacific Maritime 2026, held in Singapore from 25 to 27 March, using the event to strengthen visibility, deepen industry connections and support its commercial outreach in Asia.

With this expansion, Tototheo Global continues to build on its maritime heritage while extending its reach across a wider technology ecosystem, supporting customers with the expertise, infrastructure and partnerships required in an increasingly connected and demanding operating environment.

About Tototheo Global: Tototheo Global is a leading provider of advanced connectivity and technology solutions, supporting organisations operating in demanding and mission-critical environments across the maritime, enterprise, and government sectors. The company integrates satellite and terrestrial networks, navigation systems, cybersecurity, and digital solutions to enable safe, efficient, and resilient operations. Leveraging four decades of experience, Tototheo Global delivers tailored, future-focused solutions that enhance performance and support long-term operational excellence.

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Leading health and wellbeing provider OneCare Group is working closely with shipping companies to support seafarers impacted by the escalating war situation in the Strait of Hormuz, where maritime transit has been severely disrupted amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

The continued disruption, driven by heightened regional tensions and security threats, has created a prolonged period of uncertainty for crews operating in one of the world’s most strategically critical maritime corridors. With vessels being effectively immobilised since February, seafarers have been facing extended tours of duty, restricted movement, and growing concerns over both their personal safety and the wellbeing of their families back home. Despite a fragile ceasefire and ongoing international efforts to stabilise the region, conditions for commercial shipping remain highly uncertain.

OneCare Group is actively supporting multiple companies who have raised concerns regarding the sustained psychological and operational strain on crew members across affected vessels.

Marinos Kokkinis, CEO of OneCare Group, said: “Our foremost priority is the safety and welfare of seafarers. What we are seeing now is not a short-term disruption, but a prolonged situation where crews are effectively isolated at sea under heightened threat conditions. This significantly increases both physical risk exposure and mental fatigue. Our role is to ensure that no seafarer feels unsupported during this period.”
In response, OneCare Group has further strengthened its support framework. This includes expanded 24/7 telemedical assistance, intensified welfare outreach, and structured wellbeing monitoring for crews remaining onboard beyond standard contract periods, as well as support to seafarers’ families.

Through its member company Mental Health Support Solutions (MHSS), OneCare has increased the frequency of proactive wellbeing check-ins and is providing immediate access to confidential counselling services for seafarers experiencing stress, anxiety, or fatigue. Dedicated support pathways are also in place for crew members who have been repatriated, ensuring continuity of care beyond disembarkation.

MHSS has already identified and is supporting seafarers experiencing elevated stress levels directly linked to the ongoing war situation, with structured follow-up and clinical oversight in place.

Mariana Charalambous, Managing Director of MHSS, said: “Extended periods at sea under uncertainty can have a cumulative psychological impact. Many seafarers are not only dealing with heightened war concerns, but also the emotional strain of prolonged separation and worry for their families. Early intervention and continuous access to professional support are essential to safeguarding long-term mental health.”
OneCare Group is also working closely with onshore management teams to maintain clear, consistent communication with vessels, helping reduce uncertainty and reinforce trust during this critical period.
The organisation continues to collaborate with shipowners, operators, insurers to deliver a coordinated response that addresses both immediate risks and the longer-term human impact of operating in high-risk environments.
OneCare Group reaffirmed its commitment to standing alongside the global maritime community in protecting the wellbeing of those who keep international trade moving.

Image 1:  Marinos Kokkinis, CEO, OneCare Group

Image 2: Mariana Charalambous, Managing Director of MHSS

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Focus on trust, safety, and the ship-to-shore connection

In an increasingly complex maritime environment, success comes down to one thing: how effectively we communicate, coordinate, and work together. At the core of it all lies trust.

Guided by this principle, Tsakos Group hosted the Tsakos Greek Officers Forum 2026 on April 2–3 in Athens, bringing together approximately 150 officers alongside its shore-based teams.

The participation and active involvement of Capt. Panagiotis N. Tsakos and Dr Nikos Tsakos reaffirmed the company’s commitment to its people and to a strong ship-shore connection is driven from the very top.
Discussions focused on safety, operational excellence, compliance, training, and the growing role of new technologies and cybersecurity in shaping modern shipping. The interactive workshops further emphasised practical thinking, experience sharing, and continuous improvement.

The company welcomed Thodoris Vlachos, Head Coach of the Hellenic Men’s National Water Polo Team, who shared powerful insights on Leadership & Team cohesion highlighting the foundations of building high-performance teams, a mindset that strongly reflects the Group’s own culture.

The Forum concluded with the Annual Vessel & Officer Awards, paying tribute to the officers who exemplified outstanding performance, professionalism, and commitment.

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Capital Tankers Corp. took delivery the M/T Ataraktos (156,727 DWT, scrubber-fitted crude oil tanker, HD Hyundai Samho Co., Ltd., S. Korea (“HD Hyundai Samho”) and of the M/T Aristoklis (155,374 DWT, Dual Fuel LNG capable and scrubber-fitted, New Times Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., China (“New Times SB”)). Both vessels are expected to trade in the spot market. The delivery of M/T Ataraktos was financed with cash on hand and a new debt facility of $62.0 million, repayable in 20 equal quarterly instalments of $0.9 million, and a balloon payment of $45.0 million, due together with the last instalment.

The delivery of M/T Aristoklis was financed with a new debt facility of $64.5 million, repayable in 28 equal quarterly instalments of $0.9 million, and a balloon payment of $40.0 million, due together with the last instalment.

Since listing on the Euronext Growth Oslo on March 17, 2026, the company has made significant progress across fleet deliveries, financing and vessel employment. As of April 14, 2026, the fleet consists of nine tankers in the water, including one Very Large Crude Carrier (“VLCC”) vessel, four Suezmax crude oil tankers, two Aframax crude oil tankers and two Long Range 2 (“LR2”) oil product/crude oil tankers.

Capital Tankers expects an additional two crude oil Dual Fuel LNG-capable Aframax tankers to be added to the fleet within the next 10 days.

The company’s fleet will grow to 17 vessels by November 2026, and will include one VLCC, eight Suezmax tankers, four Aframax tankers and four LR2s. An additional seven vessels are expected to be added during 2027 and another six by mid-2028, resulting in a fully delivered fleet of 30 tankers.

The Company has continued to make progress on the financing of its sailing fleet and vessels under construction. On April 7, 2026, the Company entered into a new financing arrangement for each of four Suezmaxes, namely the M/T Alkinoos (155,352 DWT, scrubber-fitted, super-eco vessel, built 2025, New Times Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., China), the M/T Amor, the M/T Aristoklis and the M/T Ayrton (all 155,500 DWT, scrubber-fitted, super-eco tankers, LNG-capable, delivery/expected delivery 2026, New Times SB, China). The expected financing amount is $64.5 million per vessel, repayable in 28 quarterly installments of $0.9 million, and a $40.0 million balloon payment together with the last quarterly instalment. On April 14, 2026, the Company drew $64.5 million for each of the M/T Alkinoos and the M/T Aristoklis.

Including the drawdowns for the financing of M/T Ataraktos and M/T Aristoklis, CAPT has drawn a total of $328.0 million of new debt. In addition, the Company has $129.0 million of secured and undrawn debt financing for our newbuilding program and $235.1 million of financing that is subject to long form documentation.

Mr. Jerry Kalogiratos, Chief Executive Officer of CAPT, commented: “Capital Tankers has hit the ground running as a listed company, in the middle of an extraordinarily volatile market. We are focused on delivering on our business plan, fast-tracking where possible our newbuilding deliveries and securing financing at competitive terms. On the employment front, we have secured a one-year time charter at $100,000 per day for our VLCC in the water, while our remaining fleet of high specification Suezmaxes and Aframaxes trading in the spot market are capturing robust freight rates, supported by strong market fundamentals and short-term geopolitical dislocations. Indicatively, we have booked so far a total of 233 days across our spot fleet since our IPO at an estimated Time Charter Equivalent (“TCE”)4 rate of approximately $175,000 per day on a round voyage basis.”

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Maran Gas Maritime of the Angelicoussis Group is further strengthening its fleet in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) transport sector, with the delivery of two more modern vessels from the Hanwha Ocean shipyards.

DANUTA SIEDZIKÓWNA – INKA and ROTMISTRZ WITOLD PILECKI are the fifth and sixth vessels of a series of thirteen LNG carriers ordered by Angelicoussis Group’s Maran Gas Maritime to Hanwha Ocean, with slated deliveries within April 2026. With a cargo capacity of 174,000 cubic meters, these vessels represent the highest standard in modern LNG carrier design and construction.

Built for maximum efficiency, reliability, and operational flexibility with a minimum emissions footprint, this latest design includes a hull form optimized for a wider range of trading speeds, an efficient ME-GI propulsion plant, shaft generators for onboard power generation, and an Air Lubrication System to further enhance vessels’ performance. This specification has significant advantages over currently competing designs, including lower consumptions and negligible level of methane slip which yield to the lowest environmental footprint among all LNG vessels currently in the market.

These two vessels are delivered as new buildings to Poland’s Orlen under long-term charters. Maran Gas Maritime is proud to be Orlen’s growth partner and is looking forward to delivering best-in-class LNG shipping services in the years to come.

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