Tuesday, April 28, 2026
08/04, 10:04

The Union of Greek Shipowners meets the European Union Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism, Apostolos Tzitzikostas

The President Melina Travlos and the Members of the BoD of the Union of Greek Shipowners (UGS) held the monthly Board of Directors meeting of the UGS, the European Union Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism, Apostolos Tzitzikostas.

Critical maritime issues were discussed related to the competitiveness of European shipping and the security of navigation. The Commissioner presented the recently announced EU Industrial Maritime Strategy and EU Ports Strategy, while particular emphasis was placed on the problems and risks faced by shipping amidst the military operations in the Middle East.

Greek shipping, representing 61% of the total capacity of the EU fleet, constitutes a cornerstone of Europe’s autonomy and of its food and energy security.

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