Leading international catering management provider MCTC has revealed a brand-new look for the company as it embarks on its second decade in business with the vision to continue raising the standards of the catering maritime industry.
MCTC is revealing its new-look logo and website, alongside its plans for continuity and strategic growth following a period of significant growth and expansion, as the industry continues to prioritise the health and wellbeing of seafarers.
International company MCTC provides the full spectrum of catering management services to vessels, from recipe planning, ordering provisions, and budgeting, along with a range of catering and nutrition training courses for galley staff. It also promotes a healthy lifestyle with fitness and mental health initiatives.
Although the company is embarking on the next stage of its journey with a brand-new look, its values of innovation, health and nutrition and excellence, remain unchanged. MCTC is continuing with its vision to improve catering standards onboard and offering a holistic approach to its customers through catering management, training, and wellbeing initiatives.
The new logo incorporates colours that represent strength and elegance, with the bold lettering representing stability and unwavering commitment to its customers. Having already been in business for more than 10 years, MCTC has demonstrated its strength in overcoming challenges with determination. The logo also includes a nod to its Greek heritage with use of Greek font for the small M and C lettering.
Building upon its rich experience and expertise, MCTC will continue to expand its service offerings, cater to emerging market needs, and embrace technological advancements. It will ensure it remains a valuable resource for clients, providing them with the latest insights and innovative solutions for their onboard catering needs.
Looking ahead to the future, MCTC Group CEO Christian Ioannou said: “MCTC is delighted to be revealing our new look and exciting plans for the future. Investing in our crews has never been more important in attracting our new generation of seafarers to the industry.
“Over the next five years, industry attitudes towards health and nutrition are expected to undergo significant shifts. With increased awareness about the importance of overall wellbeing, there will be a greater emphasis on preventive healthcare, personalised nutrition plans, and holistic approaches to health. The industry will witness a growing demand for more natural products and sustainable practices. MCTC is well-positioned to capitalise on these trends and cater to the evolving needs of its clients, driving positive change in the maritime industry.”
Sustainability has long been part of MCTC’s vision. With current campaigns including reducing the use of single-use plastics and encouraging crews to introduce invasive species onto their menus, MCTC plans to continue with its green agenda and encourage companies and crews alike to adopt sustainable practices.
As the health sector in the maritime industry continues to flourish and evolve, MCTC anticipates further growth for the company from various sources, including plans to continue strengthening client relationships and deliver exceptional results. It is also looking to tap into new markets by leveraging its expertise and expanding its service portfolio. Additionally, strategic partnerships and collaborations will further contribute to MCTC's future growth, enabling it to reach new heights.
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Capital Gas Ship Management Corp. orders the world's first two 88,000 CBM (㎥) very-large ammonia carriers (VLAC) with KSOE. The innovative vessels will be constructed at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries in Ulsan and are scheduled to be delivered by the second half of 2027.
These state-of the-art vessels distinguish themselves from conventional very-large gas carriers as they are designed with significantly increased ammonia loading capacity in the cargo tanks, allowing them to carry ammonia up to 98% of cargo tank capacity.
At the same time, this new investment marks another landmark for the Capital Group and its strategic commitment to build a trailblazing fleet that will play a leading role in the global decarbonization effort.
Laying the foundations for the "energy transition", Capital is currently implementing one of the largest and most diversified shipbuilding programs of 59 newbuildings with delivery dates extending from 2020 to 2027 including the order of the world's first two innovative liquefied CO2 (LCO2) 22,000cbm carriers expected to be delivered in 2025-2026.
The signing ceremony took place during the 'Gastech 2023' event held in Singapore, whereby KSOE signed contracts for the world's first four 88,000 CBM (㎥) VLACs with Capital Gas and Singapore's Eastern Pacific Pte Ltd (EPS). Furthermore, Capital Gas and EPS have agreed with Hyundai to explore the possibility for this series of vessels to be equipped with an ammonia dual-fuel propulsion system, which could reduce the vessels’ carbon footprint to zero.

Capital Gas Ship Management Corp
Capital Gas Ship Management Corp. ("Capital Gas") is a ship management service provider, currently operating a fleet of 21 modern LNG Carriers, 2 pioneering LCO2 carriers and 2 dual fuel VLACs (Very Large Ammonia Carriers) with a total carrying capacity of approximately 3.18 million cbm. The fleet under management includes vessels of Nasdaq-listed Capital Product Partners L.P.

Image: From left to right: Mr. Jerry Kalogiratos, CEO, Capital Product Partners L.P., Mr. S.Y. Park, Senior Executive Vice President/Chief Operating Officer of Group Ship/Offshore Marketing Division, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries and Mr. Cyril Ducau, CEO, Eastern Pacific Shipping Pte Ltd.

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Chalkis Shipyards S.A., will participate in the stand of Eskomarine at Expomaritt Istanbul which will be taking place 11-14 October 2023
The qualified team will be there to welcome all visitors.
Mr. Ashraf Bayoumi, who has held managerial positions during the last 23 years in the company and has successfully led Chalkis Shipyards to a continuous upward development from the moment he took over as new CEO, will also be present to meet and discuss cooperation opportunities.Chalkis Shipyards is among the top shipyards in the Mediterranean. Its services cover a wide range of dry-docking jobs, whether scheduled or ad hoc to address specific repair needs. For the past fifty years they have been seamlessly serving their customers and delivering vessels on schedule and on budget. Chalkis Shipyards stand out for their reliability, flexibility and experience and the fact that have the ability to immediately offer solutions to any problem that arises.Some of the most important projects of recent years are as follows:
Reconstruction of deck barge into a DP2 Cable Laying Vessel
·       Renewal of bow in a Panamax vessel and cargo transfer from this Panamax vsl to another one - work which was carried out for the first time and in a short period of time
·       Replacement of burnt generators, washing and repainting of engine room in an Aframax ship
·       Repair of damage on the bow area of a Supramax
·       Installation of BWTS on a major number of vessels
Their goal is to continue offering high quality of services and at the same time satisfy the expectations of customers.
The vision of the company as well as the philosophy of CEO of Chalkis Shipyards, Mr. Ashraf Bayoumi, is to respond to challenges and stay ahead of developments. “We are expanding into new markets by increasing the circle of our partner-agents in other countries and exploring areas in which we could develop new activities”.

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The maritime industry is no stranger to risks and uncertainties. From marine accidents due to human error and natural disasters, to geopolitical conflicts, the challenges faced by shipowners, operators, and cargo owners are diverse and complex. One crucial aspect of risk management in this arena is the War Risks insurance policies. As conflicts and tensions continue to arise around the world and the excluded from the standard marine Hull insurance cover war risks zones increase, the role of Marine War Insurance becomes increasingly vital. So, let’s delve into the significance of a Marine War insurance policy and its role in safeguarding the interests of stakeholders in the maritime sector:  The Complex Landscape of Maritime Conflicts: In an interconnected world, the ripple effects of conflicts and wars, extend far beyond their origins. Geopolitical tensions, territorial disputes, and acts of aggression can disrupt maritime trade routes, endanger vessels, and threaten cargo and seaborne trade. A recent paradigm of this, is the Russian-Ukrainian War. Marine war insurance steps in to mitigate the financial impact of these unforeseen events, in exchange of an insurance premium. Whether it's a result of terrorism, piracy, or conventional warfare, these policies provide a safety net for stakeholders navigating through troubled waters providing reimbursement to the assured against financial losses and damages caused by war related events, such as acts of war, civil unrest, terrorism, piracy, and military actions. 

War Risks Cover and Scope: Marine war insurance covers a wide range of risks, tailored to the unique challenges of the maritime industry. These policies typically encompass damages or losses resulting from acts of war, civil unrest, confiscation, detainment, naval blockade, Piracy & hijacking and even sabotage. Importantly, they extend beyond the traditional marine insurance coverage, providing a comprehensive shield against risks that arise due to human conflict.
In a world where maritime trade drives economies and fuels growth, the safety and security of vessels and cargo are paramount. Marine war insurance ensures that shipowners and cargo owners are financially protected in the event of unexpected war related incidents. From physical, either particular average damage to total losses, these policies offer a lifeline for shipping businesses facing war risk related, financially damaging effects.

Global Impact and Geopolitical Dynamics: The interconnectedness of global trade means that conflicts in one region can have far-reaching consequences. Maritime routes are arteries of commerce, and disruptions can lead to supply chain bottlenecks and economic turmoil. Marine war insurance not only shields individual stakeholders but also contributes to the stability of the global economy by allowing trade to continue despite the challenges.

The Role of Risk Mitigation: While marine war insurance provides crucial financial protection, it also encourages proactive risk management. Shipowners and operators must assess routes, review security protocols, and stay informed about potential conflict-war zones, HRA (geographical High Risk Areas) as they are regularly up dated by the JWC (Joint War Committee, which is comprised by representatives from both the Lloyd’s and the IUA marine insurance markets). By adopting a proactive stance, they can reduce the likelihood of invoking their marine war insurance policies or, by paying an extra war risk premium to take the risk by entering a HRA for loading or discharging a cargo.

Collaboration and Expertise: Navigating the complexities of marine war insurance requires collaboration between shipowners, specialised marine insurance brokers who have deeper understanding of the intricacies of war risks insurance within the maritime industry, and of course expert war risk underwriters. Industry expertise is crucial in understanding the nuances of coverage, ensuring policies are tailored to specific needs, and assisting in the claims process should the need arise.
In an era of uncertainty, the maritime industry relies on robust risk management and risk prevention strategies to safeguard operations and investments. Marine war insurance stands as a bulwark against the unforeseen, offering peace of mind to those who traverse the seas. As the world evolves, the importance of this specialised insurance grows, emphasising the need for stakeholders to be well informed, prepared, and well-protected in the face of a dynamic and complex global landscape.

* Marasco Marine Ltd, was founded in 1991, by Mr Anastasios Maraslis. Marasco is specialising in Managing Marine Risks and Risk Prevention Planning, serving the last 32 years, Ship Owners, Ship Managers and Ship Operators, with his experienced marine/ claims insurance team and the company’s Board of Advisors, Internationally Acknowledged. More about Marasco Marine at: www.marasco-marine.com

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Faced with tough competition for greener fuels from other sectors, new 2030 maritime emission targets hang in the balance. According to the latest edition of DNV‘s Maritime Forecast to 2050 the shipping industry will find it challenging to secure enough supply of carbon-neutral fuels. The report emphasizes the need to consider all alternative approaches to reducing emissions and to take action now to secure future success.

Increasing regulatory pressure to decarbonize, including stricter targets set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) this July, means the shipping industry now needs to achieve a 20% reduction in emissions by 2030 and net-zero emissions by or around 2050. To meet the anticipated demand of 17 million tonnes of oil equivalent (Mtoe) annually by 2030, the maritime sector needs to access a staggering 30-40% of the projected worldwide carbon-neutral fuel supply. Shipowners must therefore focus beyond fuels, in particular on what can be done now to achieve energy efficiencies and carbon emission reductions.
Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen, CEO DNV Maritime, said: “The 2020s marks the decisive decade for shipping. Securing greener fuel supply is critical. However, focusing on fuels alone can distract us from making an impact this decade and ambitious future declarations are not good enough. What we need is tangible actions that will reduce emissions. Energy efficiency measures can deliver decarbonization results now and towards 2030.”
The Maritime Forecast to 2050 presents an updated look on a range of regulations and drivers for the decarbonization of shipping, the most important being new IMO regulations, the inclusion of shipping in the European Union’s (EU) Emissions Trading Scheme and incoming well-to-wake requirements. These regulations will increase the operational cost of using carbon fuels, incentivising shipowners to put plans in place today to reduce their carbon output.
“Our latest report outlines several energy efficiency measures that can deliver decarbonization results now. It emphasises the need for the maritime sector to adopt a holistic approach to ensure a strong evolution of regulations and technologies, as well as long-term security of fuel supply,” said Eirik Ovrum, Principal Consultant in DNV Maritime, and Lead Author of the Maritime Forecast.
To overcome decarbonization challenges, the sector can adopt operational energy efficiency measures such as air lubrication systems and wind assisted propulsion. The latter has already been installed on 28 large vessels, delivering fuel savings of between 5-9% to date. The potential when retrofitted on existing ships can reach 25%.
In addition, technologies such as onboard carbon capture and storage and nuclear propulsion can address the competition for sustainable biomass and renewable electricity. The report presents an economic analysis of both options through detailed case studies that can help stakeholders make informed decision around these technologies.
Other findings include that a fuel technology transition is already underway, with half the ordered tonnage capable of using liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), or methanol in dual-fuel engines, compared to one third of the tonnage on order last year. For ships in operation, 6.5% of tonnage can now operate on alternative fuels, compared to 5.5% last year. The uptake of methanol and LPG is also starting to show in the statistics together with the first hydrogen-fuelled newbuilds. There are currently several ongoing demonstration projects for ammonia-fuelled ships, and a growing pipeline of ammonia-fuelled ships soon to hit the order book.  

About DNV Maritime: DNV is the world’s leading classification society and a recognized advisor for the maritime industry. We enhance safety, quality, energy efficiency and environmental performance of the global shipping industry – across all vessel types and offshore structures.
We invest heavily in research and development to find solutions, together with the industry, that address strategic, operational or regulatory challenges.
For more information visit: www.dnv.com/maritime

About DNV: DNV is the independent expert in risk management and assurance, operating in more than 100 countries. Through its broad experience and deep expertise DNV advances safety and sustainable performance, sets industry benchmarks, and inspires and invents solutions.
Whether assessing a new ship design, optimizing the performance of a wind farm, analyzing sensor data from a gas pipeline or certifying a food company’s supply chain, DNV enables its customers and their stakeholders to make critical decisions with confidence.
Driven by its purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, DNV helps tackle the challenges and global transformations facing its customers and the world today and is a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful and forward-thinking companies.
For more information visit: www.dnv.com

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Recruitment and Crew wellbeing will be at the heart of the 1^st CSN Greece Crewing Conference this year – outlining the impacts of recent global events within the industry and how the lives of crew members and their families have been affected by COVID-19. The conference will also welcome topics surrounding various developments within Maritime HR such as changes in regulations and policies, advancements in technology, and the strategies required for promoting and retaining a multicultural crew.

• ·We are not alone: A perspective from other industries. Other industries are also in hard competition about the talent
• ·Factors influencing Crew Welfare
• ·The Future – Technology

The above and more, will be discussed at the 1^st CSN Greece Crewing Conference “Maritime HR challenges in 2023”. The conferences is takingplace on 28^th September in Athens at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre. The Athens event is under the auspices of the Propeller Club and supported by HELMEPA, WISTA Hellas and AMMITEC.

Save the date in your calendar for this promising conference “Maritime HR challenges in 2023” where together with key industry experts from industry bodies, shipowners, ship managers, airlines, traveling agencies, HR Recruitment agencies and Crewing companies etc. we will look at the operational aspects impacting the shipping sector. The conference brings together various key industry stake-holders including but not limited to: ship owners, ship managers and associated solution providers such as maritime technology providers, consultants and cross-cultural experts.

This is going to be the first event of CSN for Crewing in Athens and we would like to invite you to support the conference. There are still available sponsorships and some panellists slots and those interested please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

The Charity Sponsor is Mastermind Shipmanagement and the charity foundation ELEPAP. The attendance of the conference is free for all employees of shipping and shipping related organisations in Greece, but we welcome anyone who wants to contribute to the charity foundation by indicating it at the registration.

The programme of the Conference is uploaded and will updated in the following website:

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Looking forward to a very successful event in Athens.

Confirmed Speakers, Chair Person, Moderators, Panellists include:

• AdonisViolaris, Managing Director - CSN
• Henrik Jensen, CEO - Danica Crewing Specialist
• Eurico Ortiga, Senior Policy Advisor, Social & Legal Affairs – ECSA
• Maria Skiathiti, Regional Director, Commercial Partner Lead, EMEA (Europe Middle East & Africa) - Microsoft
• Cleo Papadopoulou, Partner/Chief Learning Officer – PwC
• Eugen Adami, CEO – Mastermind Shipmanagement
• Dr. Iliana Christodoulou Varotsi, Senior Legal Consultant and Lead Industry Trainer
• Stella Kazamias, Group HR Manager – Interorient Shipmanagement
• David Tropp Hag, Vice President, EMEA Sales – KVH
• Popi De Pinto Moyseos, Director of Merchant Fleet – Oceanic
• Konstantinos Galanakis, CEO – Elvictor Group
• Kyriakos Hadjikyriakou, Managing Director – Oceanic
• Dimitrios Fokas, Training Manager - Angelicoussis Shipping Group
• Captain Theodore Lalas, Fleet Operations Manager - IRI/The Marshall Islands Registry
• Andromachi Demetriou, 2nd Officer – Stena Line
• Antonios Chasapis, General Manager - Minerva Ship Management
• Konstantina Aravantinou, Sales Manager / Marine Power Sales – Wärtsilä Greece S.A.
• Vasilios Lamaris, Manager, Decarbonization Modelling & Services, Sales Support & Development – Wärtsilä Greece S.A.
• Nick Clarke, CEO – Greywing
• Andreas Chrysostomou, CSO – Tototheo Maritime
• Amalia Marcou, Crew Director /HR Manager – Enesel Dry S.A
• Stella Violari, Editor - CSN

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2023 data from Cruise Lines International Association shows investment in technologies and alternative fuels that will accelerate the maritime transition towards net zero 

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice of the global cruise industry, released its 2023 Global Cruise Industry Environmental Technologies and Practices Report, showing concrete progress by the sector in advancing its environmental and sustainability agenda.
The 2023 order book data shows that cruise lines continue investment in new vessels with 44 new ships on order during the next five years, representing an investment of $62 billion since 2019.  Of these new ships, 25 will be LNG-powered and seven will be either methanol ready on delivery, or methanol capable, representing an investment in new engine technologies that will accelerate the maritime transition towards a future of low to zero carbon fuels.
Examples of progress cited include the number of alternative fuels pilot programs and trials currently in place with cruise ships. In addition, an increasing number of vessels sailing and launching over the next five years will either use alternative fuels or will be able to incorporate zero carbon fuels when they become available. The 2023 report also demonstrates other significant investments cruise lines are making to reduce emissions at berth and at sea, such as shoreside electricity, which allows cruise ships to switch off engines for significant emissions reduction while in port.
More cruise lines are diversifying energy solutions by incorporating multi-fuel engines, trialing fuel cell technology, wind (including solid sail) technology, as well as photovoltaic solutions and battery storage for power shaving.  Efficiency tracking systems are now in use on 171 CLIA-member ships, representing 60% of the global fleet, with many more systems planned. 
In addition, cruise lines are pursuing fuel flexibility, investing today in propulsion technologies with conversion capabilities for the future—with 32 pilot projects and collaborative initiatives underway with sustainable fuel producers and engine companies.
President, and CEO, CLIA, Kelly Craighead said: “Cruise lines continue to transform the modern fleet to protect the oceans, air and destinations enjoyed by millions of passengers each year. Our data shows a step change in the uptake of new environmental technologies by our cruise line members. Already today cruise lines are building the ships of the future which will run on new, more sustainable engine technologies. The introduction of these new technologies and the many pilot programs and trials in place reveal how the cruise industry is an innovator and early adopter of technologies that are helping us sail to a more sustainable future.”
The availability of sustainable marine fuels remains essential to achieving the maritime industry’s decarbonisation goals and underscores the need for governments to support research efforts to accelerate development of these fuels so that they are safe, viable and available for use.
Chairman of CLIA Pierfrancesco Vago said: “Achieving our collective sustainability ambitions requires substantial investment from the public and private sector.  The cruise industry, as part of the broader maritime sector, is doing its part by building the future of cruise into our ships today. We need governments to support research efforts, as well as provide a clear and stable regulatory landscape, so that fuel suppliers and others can do the critical work needed.”  
The data shows that CLIA ocean-going cruise lines continue their work to reduce emissions.
Highlights of progress include:

Shoreside Electricity (SSE) Capability – Plugging into shoreside electricity allows ship engines to be switched off, reducing emissions by up to 98%, depending on the mix of energy sources, while a ship is in port, according to studies conducted by a number of the world’s ports and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

• Across the CLIA cruise-line member fleet, 120 ships (46% of the total and a 48% increase in the number of ships with SSE since 2022) are equipped to connect to shoreside electricity, with 86% of CLIA member ships (representing 95% of global passenger capacity) coming online between now and 2028 specified for shoreside electricity system.
• Currently 32 ports (compared to 29 ports in 2022), representing fewer than 2% of the world’s ports, have at least one cruise berth with plug-in capability.
• By 2028, more than 210 ships with shoreside power capability are expected, plus additional ships to be retrofitted with the capability, representing a total of 72% of ships and 74% of global passenger capacity.
• In 2022, CLIA has announced that its ocean cruise line members have made a commitment that all ships calling at ports capable of providing shoreside power will be equipped to either use SSE by 2035 or be able to use alternative low-carbon technologies, as available, to reduce emissions in port.
• As part of the EU’s Fit for 55 green program, by 2030, major ports in Europe will be required to have shoreside power, which will further accelerate the available port infrastructure investment in that region.

Advanced Wastewater Treatment Systems – As part of their overarching sustainability focus, cruise lines have committed to not discharging untreated sewage anywhere in the world, during normal operations.

• Across the CLIA cruise-line member fleet, 202 ships (77% of the total), representing 80% of global passenger capacity (a 12% increase from 2022) are equipped with advanced wastewater treatment systems. These systems operate to a higher standard than shoreside treatment plants in many coastal cities.
• All CLIA-member cruise line new-build ships are specified for advanced wastewater treatment systems—which will bring the total to 242 ships, representing 80% of the fleet and 84% of global capacity.
• In addition, since 2019, the number of ships with advanced wastewater treatment systems capable of meeting the more stringent standards of the Baltic Sea Special Area has increased 167%. Today, nearly one-third of CLIA member ships have this capability.

Renewable fuels and alternative energy sources – Various CLIA member lines are trialing, using, and   incorporating into new-build ships the capability to run on renewable fuels, including biofuels and synthetic carbon fuels.

• Within the CLIA member fleet, four ships sailing today use renewable biofuel as an energy source—and an additional four new-build ships are expected to be configured for renewable biofuels.
• In addition, 24 ships currently have biofuel trials and two have synthetic carbon  fuels trials.
• Seven new-build ships are anticipated to run on zero carbon fuels, including five ships envisioned to use green methanol and two envisioned to use green hydrogen.
• 15% of new-build cruise ships entering service in the next five years are anticipated to be equipped with battery storage and/or fuel cells to allow for hybrid power generation.

Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) Fuel – As the cruise industry anticipates the transition to a future of sustainable, renewable fuels, several cruise ships are utilizing liquified natural gas (LNG). Ships designed with LNG engines and fuel supply systems are able to switch to bio or synthetic LNG in the future, with little or no modifications.

• The 2023 report found 48% of new-build capacity will be designed with LNG engines and fuel supply systems. These ships are part of a future generation of vessels that will be capable of running on renewable marine fuels once fuel providers are able to make them available at scale.
• Based on analyses by SeaLNG and others, LNG is currently the fossil fuel available at scale that has the best performance in reducing atmospheric emissions. LNG has virtually zero sulfur emissions and particulate emissions, reduces NOx emissions by approximately 85%, and achieves up to a 20% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.

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The top golf and maritime institution, the Greek Maritime Golf Event, which has emerged in recent years as the best golf event in Greece and Cyprus, returned on September 7-10, 2023, at Costa Navarino, Messinia bringing together once again top executives of the global and Greek maritime industry.

Two days full of golf
For the 9th year, the Greek Maritime Golf Event offered unique moments and experiences at the two signature 18-hole courses The Dunes Course and The Bay Course, in an idyllic landscape full of centuries-old olive trees with a stunning view of the Ionian Sea, the historic bay of Navarino and the picturesque port of Pylos.
With amazing weather, on Friday, September 8, participants took part in a shotgun scramble at The Bay Course, while on Saturday, September 9, the golfing action moved to The Dunes Course for another shotgun scramble.
In addition, the event took care of non-golfers who had the opportunity to attend the Golf Clinic and learn the basics of the Olympic sport at The Dunes Course.

All together for a good cause
The Greek Maritime Golf Event is a tournament with great social work every year. This year, the top golf event supported Parents Association of Children with Cancer “Floga”. More specifically, during this year’s award ceremony to the winners, on Saturday, September 9, attendees had the opportunity to directly contribute the amount they wished by taking part in raffles for significant lottery prizes. The total amount collected was given to Floga, which stands by children suffering from cancer and their families, fights for better medical, mental, and social care for them, shares their fears and concerns, supports their struggle in any way possible, and vindicates substantial presence in issues relevant to the medical, mental, and social care of these children. The Auction Partners who contributed with rich gifts to the implementation of the lottery were Miele, Costa Navarino, The Margi, Tsikeli Boutique Hotel Meteora, Iliada Sunset Suites, Namaste Boutique Apartments, Marmari Bay Hotel, Semeli Estate, Ogarden Suites, Grand Meteora Hotel, Platanos Steakhouse.

Side activities
On Friday, September 8, the event greeted its participants at the Welcome Cocktail by Marine Tours, under lounge saxophone music. The people were welcomed by Mr. Konstantinos Oikonomou, CEO of Marine Tours Group, the leading travel organization in Southeastern Europe, with a long tradition of covering the professional travel needs of the maritime community (Marine & Offshore Travel). Marine Tours company traditionally supports the event and embraces its actions every year, as well as its charitable purpose.
During this event, guests had the opportunity to enjoy the unique cocktails of Grey Goose and the wide selection of wines, from the whole variety of Oreinos Helios, of the top Greek winery from Nemea Semeli Estate, by chilled in the wine cooler of Miele, which keeps the wines at the ideal temperature.

A Unique Golf Experience
The Greek Maritime Golf Event’s production team made sure to provide a rich golfing experience throughout the tournament. The specially trained team of Miele Hellas was present at the golf courses offering freshly ground coffee, from beans of its own production and coffee machines with the ability to identify the user, for the best result, as well as tasty creations such as pizzas, German-style toast with syglino from Mani and sfela from Messinia, cheese pies and chicken pies with handmade phyllo, with the signature of Miele’s Chef. At the same time, all participants began their day with a breakfast starting kit containing nuts, dried fruits, breadsticks, and pasteli from Miele as well as unique sugar- free cereal bars from Daily Deli. At the food and beverage stations, all players enjoyed the authentic Greek cuisine with unique Greek souvlaki and fresh fruits from Messinia from Poseidonia Restaurant, exquisite products such as turkey, and authentic pastourma from Miran, they were hydrated with Minoa Water, the first Greek bottled water in environmentally friendly recyclable paper packaging, they drank ready-made refreshing Bombay Sapphire Gin & Tonic cocktails and the unique Messinian beer NEMA Beer, and tasted the Messinian juice made from natural ingredients Athi Rodi. The golfers used Messinian Spa sunscreens rich in natural ingredients, based on Kalamata olive oil, for their protection from the sun and had the opportunity to try the excellent selection of Habanos cigars at the cigar station that had been set up. Finally, Miele sponsored the event’s Hole- In-One award with a gift of great value.
In the context of this year’s event, the recognized Greek PGA golfer and organizer of the Greek Maritime Golf Event, Mr. Thanos Karantzias, stated: “It is my great pleasure and honor to see the maritime community growing every year, always standing by us all these nine years and continue to support our actions and work. It gives us the strength to continue and leads this top institution even higher. The players showed their enthusiasm through golf for another year, lived unique moments at the Costa Navarino signature golf courses, and practically contributed to the important social work carried out by ‘Floga’. I would like to sincerely thank all the sponsors and partners who helped make this tournament possible. We are renewing our appointment for the 10th anniversary year, a milestone in the history of the event, with even more experiences and surprises for everyone”.

The winners
In the overall team standings, the team of Heard, Papadopoulou, and John Gallagher won the 1st place. The first-place team was awarded by Mr. Theo Xenakoudis Chief Commercial Officer / Managing Director, Piraeus-Greece of IRI/The Marshall Islands Registry, internationally recognized for its outstanding customer service and high-quality
fleet. Second place went to the team of Oikonomou, Angelakis, Tziotis, Sorotos, while the team of Chiotopoulos, Kanellakis, Dalakouras, Vezlihvtsev took the third place. In the other categories, two more special awards were given. Specifically, George Manouilidis won the “Closest to the Pin” award and Taxiarchis Vezlihvtsev the “Longest Drive” award. The winning teams were given premium bottles of Grey Goose, magnum delear bottles of Semeli Estate, and Bombay bottles, while all the winners were given rich Messinian Spa gifts. The “Closest to the Pin” winner received the collectible Miele Riedel glassware collection and the “Longest Drive” winner a club from Handy Chart.

Significant companies embraced the event
Greek Maritime Golf Event was attended by some of the most significant maritime companies from Greece and Cyprus, and many other important Greek companies that supported the event.
IRI/The Marshall Islands Registry was the event’s Platinum Sponsor.
Mainline Shipping Company was the event’s Gold Sponsor.
Aegean Baltic Bank, Arrow Hellas, DNV, Marine Tours, and Swift Marine were the event’s Silver Sponsors.
Miele was the Official Sponsor.
All transportation was carried out with absolute safety by the event’s Logistics Partner DHL.
Poseidonia Restaurant and Grey Goose were the Official Supporters.
The pioneer in technical sportswear Under Armour, was the Official Clothing Partner, which dressed all participants and the production team in the event’s official t-shirt.
Messinian Spa was the event’s Official Beauty Partner.
Minoa Water was the event’s Official Water.
Karalis Beach Hotel, which offers luxury and comfort overlooking the historic Navarino Bay, as well as Miran, Athi Rodi, Daily Deli, NEMA Beer, and Semeli Estate were the event’s Partners.
The award-winning production company Boo Productions was the Audio Visual Partner.
The event was held under the auspices of the Ministry of Tourism.
Greek Maritime Golf Event was organized by Birdie Events, through an initiative of the recognized Greek PGA golfer, Mr. Thanos Karantzias. The Sports Marketing Agency of the Year ActiveMedia Group undertook the event’s Golf Production. The golf tournament was exclusively addressed to distinguished executives of the maritime industry.
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 photo credit: 
1. Impressive photo from the The Bay Course having Navarino Bay at the background (photo by Dimitris Tosidis / Greek Maritime Golf Event)
2. Impressive photo from the The Bay Course having the city of Pylos at the background (photo by Dimitris Tosidis / Greek Maritime Golf Event)
3. Golfing action from the 9th Greek Maritime Golf Event (photo by Dimitris Tosidis / Greek Maritime Golf Event)
4. Impressive photo from the The Dunes Course (photo by Dimitris Tosidis / Greek Maritime Golf Event)
5. The winning team of Heard, Papadopoulou, John Gallagher with Mr. Theo Xenakoudis Chief Commercial Officer / Managing Director, Piraeus-Greece της IRI/The Marshall Islands Registry (photo by Dimitris Tosidis / Greek Maritime Golf Event)
6. Golfing action from the 9th Greek Maritime Golf Event (photo by Zagas Photography / Greek Maritime Golf Event)
7. Golfing action from the 9th Greek Maritime Golf Event (photo by Zagas Photography / Greek Maritime Golf Event)
8. Golfing action from the 9th Greek Maritime Golf Event (photo by Dimitris Tosidis / Greek Maritime Golf Event)
9. Golfing action from the 9th Greek Maritime Golf Event (photo by Dimitris Tosidis / Greek Maritime Golf Event)

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The International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA) appointed Alexander Prokopakis as its new Executive Director. This decision follows a rigorous search process and consideration by the association.
Joining the IBIA team on September 1st with Edmund Hughes, the recently appointed IBIA IMO Representative, Alexander will be instrumental in navigating the association through the evolving challenges and opportunities in the marine fuel industry.
Well-regarded within the IBIA community, Alexander brings a strong background of active association membership. His recent leadership as the Chair of IBIA’s Bunker License and Mass Flow Meter Working Group and the influential joint IBIA and BIMCO survey were pivotal in ensuring its success. His stewardship has not only driven progress within our association but also fortified IBIA's stance on Mass Flow Meters (MFMs).
In addition to his IBIA activity, Alexander brings a wealth of bunker industry experience as a physical supplier and more recently as an innovator in alternative fuel supply. In his new role, Alexander will be collaborating closely with the entire IBIA team - the Global Board, the Regional Boards, and IBIA’s Secretariat. His focus will be on the internal management of the association, enacting the Global Board’s strategic plans and ensuring alignment across all IBIA’s divisions. This will pave the way for the continued growth and development of IBIA and servicing the needs of the membership.
Reflecting on this appointment, Timothy Cosulich, Chair of IBIA, remarked, "Alexander's depth of experience within bunkering, management and business innovation makes him an ideal choice for this key role at IBIA. With full confidence, we believe that with his addition, our association is poised to scale new heights and uphold its tradition of leadership within the bunker industry."
The IBIA Board and its Chair, Timothy Cosulich, warmly welcome Alexander, eagerly anticipating the shared successes and milestones in the journey ahead. We encourage our members and partners to join us in extending their congratulations and support to Alexander Prokopakis.

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The 15th Annual Capital Link Shipping & Marine Services Forum will take place on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at 116 Pall Mall in London. This event is held in cooperation with the London Stock Exchange, and in conjunction with the 2023 London International Shipping Week. 
This event aims to provide investors with a comprehensive review and current outlook of the various shipping markets and in addition, cover topics of critical interest to industry participants, financiers and investors. 
Investor Meetings
1x1 meetings with Executives of Shipping Companies are available upon request for institutional investors.

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
H.E. Miltiadis Varvitsiotis Minister of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy Hellenic Republic
H.E. Charlotte Vere Baroness Vere of Norbiton – Parliamentary Undersecretary of State Minister for Aviation, Maritime & Security, Department for Transport, United Kingdom 
Mr. Arsenio Dominguez Director Marine Environment Division IMO
Ms. Nusrat Ghani Minister of State for Industry and Economic Security Department for Business and Trade Minister of State for the Investment Security Unit Cabinet Office

CAPITAL RAISING IN LONDON

8:30 - 8:45 AM

Mr. Tom Attenborough Head of International Business Development, Primary Markets – London Stock Exchange Group

SHIPPING - NAVIGATING THROUGH INDUSTRY TRANSFORMATION

8:50 - 9:30 AM

Moderator: Ms. Kate Silverstein, Partner, Assets & Structured Finance Group – Watson Farley Williams

• Mr. Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen, CEO –DNV Maritime
• Mr. Constantin Baack, CEO –MPC Container Ships
• Mr. Jan Rindbo, CEO –Norden
• Mr. Carl-Johan Hagman, President & CEO –NYK Group Europe
• Ms. Claire Wright, General Manager Commercial & Strategy –Shell Shipping and Maritime

DRY BULK SECTOR

9:35 -10:15 AM

Moderator: Mr. Emanuele (Manu) Ravano, Co-CEO – IFCHOR GALBRAITHS

• Mr. Gary Vogel, Chief Executive Officer –Eagle Bulk
• Mr. Carlos Pena, CCO – C Transport Maritime; Director –GoodBulk Ltd
• Mr. Simos Spyrou, Co-CFO –Star Bulk Carriers
• Mr. Edward Buttery, CEO –Taylor Maritime Investments
• Mr. William Fairclough, Managing Director –Wah Kwong Maritime Transport Holdings

ALL ABOUT CARBON - NAVIGATING THE WAVES OF CHANGE

10:20 - 10:55 AM

Moderator: Mr. Nick Brown, Global Brand and Communications Director, Marine & Offshore – Bureau Veritas

• Mr. Mark O'Neil, President & CEO –Columbia Shipmanagement; President - InterManager
• Mr. Mads Peter Zacho, CEO –Navigator Holdings
• Mr. Alastair McDonald, Chief Corporate Development Officer –Purus Marine
• Ms. Friederike Hesse, Co-Founder and MD –ZERO44

SHIP FINANCE - ADAPTING TO THE EVOLVING MARKET, REGULATORY & GEOPOLITICAL LANDSCAPE

11:00 - 11:40 AM

Moderator: Ms. Diana Syziu, Partner, Corporate & Ship Finance – Hill Dickinson LLP

• Mr. Remco Jongkind, Managing Director –ABN AMRO
• Mr. Philipp Wünschmann, Global Head of Shipping –Berenberg
• Mr. Vasilios Maroulis, Managing Director, Global Industry Head, Shipping, Logistics & Offshore –Citi
• Mr. Christo Nikolov, Senior Vice President, Ocean Industries –DNB
• Mr. Harris Antoniou, Founder & Managing Director –Neptune Maritime Leasing Ltd

INVESTMENT & CAPITAL ALLOCATION OPTIONS /STRATEGIES IN SHIPPING TODAY

11:45 - 12:25 PM

Moderator: Mr. Panos Katsambas, Global Co-Lead Financial Industry Group, Partner – Reed Smith LLP

• Mr. Christoph Toepfer, CEO –Borealis Maritime
• Mr. James Cirenza, Managing Director –DNB Markets
• Mr. Andrian Dacy, Managing Director & Group Head, Global Transportation Group –J.P. Morgan Asset Management
• Mr. Ole B. Hjertaker, CEO –SFL Corporation Ltd
• Mr. Paulo Almeida, CIO –Tufton Investment Management

MINISTERIAL & IMO KEYNOTE ROUNDTABLE SETTING THE PATH FORWARD

12:30 - 1:10 PM

Moderator: Mr. Nick Brown, CEO – Lloyd's Register

H.E. Miltiadis Varvitsiotis Minister of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy Hellenic Republic

H.E. Charlotte Vere Baroness Vere of Norbiton – Parliamentary Undersecretary of State Minister for Aviation, Maritime & Security, Department for Transport, United Kingdom 

Mr. Arsenio Dominguez Director Marine Environment Division IMO

MANAGING CHANGE IN AN ERA OF TRANSFORMATION

1X1 DISCUSSION BETWEEN 2:10 - 2:30 PM

• Dr. Martin Stopford
• Mr. Christopher J. Wiernicki, Chairman & CEO –ABS

CRUDE OIL TANKER SECTOR

2:35 - 3:15 PM

Moderator: Mr. Edward Royle, Managing Director – IFCHOR GALBRAITHS

• Mr. Brian Gallagher, Head of IR & Executive Committee Member –Euronav
• Mr. Pankaj Khanna, CEO –Heidmar
• Mr. Jeffrey Pribor, CFO –International Seaways
• Dr. Nikolas Tsakos, CEO –Tsakos Energy Navigation

PRODUCT TANKER SECTOR

3:20 - 4:00 PM

Moderator: Mr. Martin Kjendlie, Managing Director – ViaMar (VesselsValue)

• Mr. Bart Kelleher, CFO –Ardmore Shipping
• Mr. Carlos Balestra di Mottola, CFO –d'Amico International Shipping S.A.
• Mr. Marco Fiori, CEO –Premuda SpA
• Mr. Ulf Bäcklund, General Manager Chartering, Crude & Fuel –Stena Bulk AB

SHIPPING - THE PATH FORWARD

1x1 DISCUSSION BETWEEN 4:05 - 4:25 PM

• Mr. Emanuele Grimaldi, Chairman –International Chamber of Shipping; President & MD – Grimaldi Euromed SpA; Managing Director – Grimaldi Group
• Mr. Ugo Salerno, Chairman & CEO –RINA

ENHANCING THE COMPETITIVENESS OF THE UK MARITIME CLUSTER

4:30 - 4:40 PM

Ms. Nusrat Ghani Minister of State for Industry and Economic Security Department for Business and Trade Minister of State for the Investment Security Unit Cabinet Office

LNG SHIPPING SECTOR

4:40 – 5:20 PM

Moderator: Mr. Panagiotis Mitrou, Global Gas Segment Director – Lloyds Register

• Mr. Richard Tyrrell, CEO –CoolCo Ltd
• Mr. Knut Traaholt, CFO –FLEX LNG
• Mr. Achilleas Tasioulas, CFO –GasLog Ltd. & GasLog Partners LP. 
• Mr. Eduardo Maranhao, CFO –Golar LNG

DO SANCTIONS WORK?

5:25 - 6:00 PM

Moderators: Ms. Kirsty MacHardy, Partner & Ms. Sue Millar, Partner – Stephenson Harwood

• Mr. Richard Fulford-Smith, CEO – Affinity Shipping
• Ms. Michelle Wiese Bockmann, Senior Analyst, Lloyd's List Intelligence & Markets Editor –Lloyd's List
• Ms. Laura Harbidge, UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) –HM Treasury, International Group
• Ms. Claire McCleskey, Assistant Director of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) –U.S. Department of Treasury
• Ms. Isabelle Monfort, Russia Sanctions Team Leader, Directorate General for Financial Stability, Financial Services and Capital Markets Union (DG FISMA)– European Commission

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