The maritime world of Piraeus mourns the loss of a pioneer and modest shipowner, Nikos Leventakis, who passed away very early at the age of 64.
He leaves behind his notable wife Evita Makryonitis and their two children Dimitris and Maria who are successfully active in shipping.
Nikos Leventakis had been leading the company Gregomar Shipping Agency for 40 years offering his valuable knowledge and expertise in shipping which was one of his many passions.
However, he was much more than just a great professional. He was a great man and those who were lucky enough to know him can certainly speak of his integrity, honesty, compassion and sense of humor.
It must be noted that Grecomar operates a state of the art fleet of bulk carriers with an energy efficiency capabilities consisting of handymax and supramax vessels.
In a recent interview to ELNAVI Nikos Leventakis, had commented that the shipping market fundamentals and his company’s initiatives to meet the environmental challenges.
He had predicted that the dry cargo market will remain strong due to the demanding framework of the decarbonization targets towards 2030.
As he had said: “Our fleet has been built according to the highest standards of safety and efficiency and are equipped with eco type engines”.
Nikos Leventakis had an excellent knowledge of the financial and technological requirements of shipping and he was very concerned and dedicated to his company's human workforce, on board an ashore.
He had also outlined: “At Grecomar we are committed to the principle “People first” investing enough time and resources to the continuous training of our crew.
We believe that seafarers must also be trained in new technology in order to achieve higher safety standards along with skills required to adapt to market trends”.
For Grecomar the sea environmental protection is crucial.
As he had pointed out: “Our company is committed to traditional shipping values powered by new ideas. This means that we care for the welfare and safety of our seafarers providing quality and efficient seaborne transportation services in the dry bulk sector.
We aim to maintain our 60-year reputation in shipping as one of the most reliable and consistent pure dry bulk shipping companies.
Therefore, our future efforts and initiatives will always be led by our passion and vision towards low and eventually zero carbon footprint and a more sustainable shipping environment”.
With these ideas, Nikos Leventakis was established as one of the most insightful and visionary shipowners who laid the foundations of the new era for Greek shipping.
Farewell Nikos Leventakis!!
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