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Monday, 06 April 2026

COSCO tanker in the Piraeus shipbuilding and repair zone

The COSCO tanker Rong Hua Wan was docked at the floating dry dock of the ship repair zone of Piraeus Port Authority S.A. (PPA), whose CEO is Mr. Su Xudong,…

10th Naftemporiki Conference: Shipping Between Global Powers

At a time when global balances are shifting rapidly and the shipping industry is being called upon to redefine its role, the annual conference of Naftemporiki aspires to serve as…

Berenberg: METLEN named a Mining Leader

METLEN is included among the leading metals and mining companies, according to a report by Berenberg. More specifically, the Greek company ranks alongside major industry players such as Rio Tinto,…

Triple shock hits the tanker market

The tanker market is facing three simultaneous, unprecedented disruptions in global crude supply. According to Maria Bertzeletou, Chief Analyst at Signal Group, these events involve three separate regions:Russia: Baltic…

Thessaloniki strengthens its cruise footprint at Seatrade 2026

The Thessaloniki Port Authority (ThPA S.A.) is set to make a dynamic presence at Seatrade Cruise Global 2026, the largest annual gathering of the global cruise industry, taking place from…

Commercial real estate: Increasing demand, competitive returns

The commercial real estate market, and in particular logistics, quality offices and big-box retail, appears to be in a transitional stage. Yields are falling, indicating increased confidence and maturity, while…

Friday, 03 April 2026

Hellenic Chamber of Shipping-IBIA focus on green transition

The Hellenic Chamber of Shipping is closely monitoring international developments regarding the decarbonization of shipping, amid accelerating initiatives for the sector’s energy transition. In this context, a meeting was held…

Greece announces government reshuffle

Government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis on Friday announced a government reshuffle. Margaritis Schinas will assume the role of Minister of Rural Development and Food, replacing Kostas Tsiaras. Makarios Lazaridis has been…

GNTO: Middle East developments – Trends and prospects for Greece

GNTO Secretary General Andreas Fiorentinos held an online meeting with the heads of the 14 Overseas Offices of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) to discuss the impact of the…

Union of Greek Shipowners: Travlos meets Commissioner Tzitzikostas

The President of the Union of Greek Shipowners, Melina Travlos, together with members of the Board of Directors, welcomed the European Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism, Apostolos Tzitzikostas, at…

Danaos paves the way for the new generation of seamen

Danaos Shipping Co. Ltd, owned by Dr. Ioannis Coustas, is investing in initiatives aimed at bringing the younger generation closer to the maritime sector, recently hosting 14 students from Rizia…

Stock Market: The pros and cons of the MSCI upgrade

The market has interpreted MSCI’s decision to upgrade the Greek stock exchange to the “elite” of Developed Markets with strong enthusiasm—also supported by positive developments in the Middle East—albeit with…

Piraeus Port Authority donates portable defibrillators to Hellenic Coast Guard

Piraeus Port Authority has strengthened the first aid equipment of the Hellenic Coast Guard, as part of its ongoing contribution to enhancing safety and the protection of human life within…

At Thessaloniki Airport ‘Makedonia’, the first photovoltaic park at a regional airport in Greece

Fraport Greece announced the installation and operation of a photovoltaic park at Thessaloniki Airport “Makedonia”, marking the first photovoltaic project implemented at a regional airport in Greece and reinforcing its…

Elefsis Shipyards advances construction of new tugboat

The keel-laying of the first two RAstar 2800-type tugboats in Elefsis confirms that the landmark agreement between ONEX Shipyards & Technologies Group and MEGATUGS Salvage & Towage is now entering…

Xiradakis: The role of Piraeus in an environment of increasing geopolitical instability

A comprehensive strategic approach to the role of Piraeus in an environment of increasing geopolitical instability was presented by George Xiradakis, maritime economist, CEO of XRTC Business Consultants and President…

Thursday, 02 April 2026

IOBE: Slight decline in the economic climate index in March

The Greek economic sentiment index declined to 106.8 points in March from 107.6 points in February. According to the Economic Outlook survey released by the Foundation for Economic and Industrial…

Laskaridis Shipping: Investments in three sectors

Laskaridis Shipping is advancing strong investments across three key pillars: a dynamic entry into the tanker segment, the renewal of its bulk carrier fleet—traditionally managed by the group owned by …

Lancom: Expansion into defense activities

Lancom is expanding into the defense sector, marking a strategic move for the purely Greek company active in data centres, cloud services and telecommunications. As Nikos Zachariadis, COO & Partner…

DryDel Shipping receives new Handymax “Super Dry”

DryDel Shipping, owned by Kostas Delaportas, celebrated the naming and delivery ceremony of its new vessel Super Dry, built by OSHIMA SHIPBUILDING CO., LTD. The vessel is a next-generation 42,500…

AADE: Overdue tax debts reach 113.86 billion in 2025; up 10 billion euros

Overdue tax liabilities to the tax administration amounted to 113.86 billion euros in December 2025, according to data from the Tax Administration Monitor released by the Independent Authority for Public…

Piraeus: Ten years of strategic cooperation between Piraeus Port and COSCO

Ten years after the launch of the strategic partnership between PPA and COSCO, the Port of Piraeus has evolved into a key connectivity hub linking Europe, Asia, and the Eastern…

The world’s first LNG dual-fuelled Kamsarmax

Japan’s TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING Co. announced the delivery of the world’s first LNG dual-fuelled Kamsarmax vessel, built for Global Chartering, a joint venture between ArcelorMittal and DryLog of Peter Livanos. The…

Posidonia 2026 to focus on Artificial Intelligence in shipping

All new Artificial Intelligence (AI) services and products for the shipping industry will be showcased at this year’s Posidonia exhibition, reflecting the sector’s gradual adoption of AI capabilities into daily…

Fourlis: Positive performance and new concept

The commercial momentum of the Fourlis Group remained positive across all business sectors in the first quarter of 2026. According to management, Group sales increased by approximately 13% from the…

Briq Properties REIC: Development of 34 million euro projects

Briq Properties REIC investment program is estimated at 34 million euros while the company continues to explore new opportunities, with a primary focus on logistics and hospitality assets. As noted…

Wednesday, 01 April 2026

Alpha Omega Marine renews its fleet with four new bulk carriers

Alpha Omega Marine is advancing its own fleet renewal and expansion strategy, having secured contracts for the construction of four handysize dry bulk carriers. These vessels, of the Green Dolphin-40…

Minerva Gas receives LNG carrier “Minerva Roxanne”

Minerva Gas Inc., owned by Andreas A. Martinos, has further strengthened its fleet with the delivery of an additional state-of-the-art liquefied natural gas (LNG) Greek-flagged carrier. The vessel, Minerva Roxanne,…

THEON International: Opening of the THEON Belgium subsidiary in Zaventem

THEON International inaugurated its subsidiary, THEON Belgium, headquartered in Zaventem, in the presence of Belgian Minister of Defence Theo Francken, marking a significant step in THEON’s European expansion and enhancing…

Xiradakis: Anti-pollution in practice with exercises, realism and the need for institutional support

Paul Xiradakis, President of the Hellenic Shipowners Association of Tugs, Salvage, Antipollution and OSVs, has positively assessed the recent anti-pollution exercise conducted in the maritime area of Elefsina, while emphasizing…