Yiannis Karamanolis, Chief of Shipping at Alpha Bank, spoke about how banks now assess risk in the shipping sector during Naftemporiki’s 10th Shipping Conference.
As he noted, geopolitical uncertainty, shifting…
Stamatis Tsantanis, CEO of Seanergy Maritime Holdings, spoke about the short-term and long-term consequences of a closure of the Strait of Hormuz during Naftemporiki’s 10th Shipping Conference.Tsantanis first focused…
Salamis Shipyards described the launch of the second FDI frigate for the French Navy, “Amiral Louzeau,” as a particularly significant development for the Greek shipbuilding industry, noting that Greek industry…
The decarbonization initiative as it is currently being discussed at the IMO is “utopian,” John Xylas, Chairman and CEO of Ariston Navigation, said at Naftemporiki’s 10th Shipping Conference.
“Unfortunately, scientists…
ena athletics announced its collaboration with INTERSPORT.
As the company emphasized, it brings its premium running technology closer to a wider audience that loves running and movement.
It is the…
At a time when the tanker market is being called upon to simultaneously navigate wars, energy realignments, uncertainty over the fuels of the future and extreme volatility, Christos Kechris, CEO…
Panos Xenokostas, Chairman and CEO of ONEX Shipyards & Technologies S.A., spoke about the contribution of shipyards to the Greek economy during an interview with Naftemporiki website director Michalis Psilos…
Coca-Cola HBC is launching another new investment in Greece, as it begins the construction of a state-of-the-art logistics center in Attica, with the project budget exceeding 31 million euros.
Following…
Technology is dynamically evolving and is increasingly integrated into everyday life. Artificial intelligence is emerging as a powerful tool that can be applied in almost all aspects of human activity.…
Haris Vafias, founder and CEO of StealthGas and Imperial Petroleum Inc, stressed the need for rational decision-making regarding the shipping industry’s transition to green fuels while speaking at Naftemporiki’s 10th…
The pivotal role of Greek shipping in the new energy architecture of Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean was highlighted by Dr. Nikos Tsakos, founder and CEO of Tsakos Energy Navigation,…
The crucial role of ports, shipyards, and supply chains in the development of the cruise industry was highlighted by Gianni Onorato, CEO of MSC Cruises, during his participation in the…
Shipping is the most critical pillar of the global economy, stated the President of the Hellenic Chamber of Shipping, George Alexandratos, during his address at Naftemporiki’s 10th Shipping Conference.
Alexandratos…
Angelos Karakostas, Deputy CEO of the Piraeus Port Authority, referred to the strategic role of ports — and particularly Piraeus — in the new geo-economic environment during his address at…
John Xylas, member of the board of the Union of Greek Shipowners, highlighted the critical position of shipping at the centre of geopolitical and economic transformations during his address at…
“Challenges often accelerate positive developments,” stated Lim Juseong, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Greece, during his address at Naftemporiki’s 10th Shipping Conference.
The Ambassador of the Republic of…
The strategic role of Greek shipping during a period of intense geopolitical upheaval was highlighted by Spyros Ktenas, General Manager of the Naftemporiki Group, at the opening of Naftemporiki’s 10th…
Minister of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy Vasilis Kikilias delivered a clear message calling on Europe to reassess its strategy towards shipping, energy, and industrial self-sufficiency during his address at…
Fang Qiu, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China, highlighted the cooperation between Greece and China in the maritime sector during his address at Naftemporiki’s 10th Shipping Conference.
As he…
The consumption landscape is shaping a new service model, with online delivery companies taking a leading role by developing new offerings and expanding their operational footprint.
This development is closely…
Coca-Cola HBC is embarking on a new round of investments in Greece, further strengthening its manufacturing and supply chain footprint in the country.
Speaking from the Coca-Cola plant in Schimatari,…
At a time when global balances are changing rapidly and the shipping industry is being called upon to redefine its role, Naftemporiki’s annual conference aspires to serve as a key…
“Greece is a pillar of stability and a country delivering strong economic growth in a turbulent region and neighbourhood,” stressed Dimitris Skalkos during a discussion at the Peloponnese Regional Conference.…
Approximately six out of ten shipping companies and maritime organizations have already launched pilot programmes or are experimenting with the integration of Artificial Intelligence.
However, only 7% have progressed to…
Business turnover recorded positive growth in the first quarter of 2026, according to data released by the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT).
Based on ELSTAT data, total turnover across all businesses…
MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys hosted an event aboard the luxury cruise vessel EXPLORA II in Rhodes, marking the first of a total of 12 scheduled calls by the Group’s…
Addressing the challenges facing systemic banks in the new era — including advanced technology, cybersecurity threats and the rise of so-called neobanks operating exclusively online — the Chief Executive Officer…
The issue of supporting households is once again dominating the government’s agenda, even before the package of measures already announced has been fully implemented.
Energy prices are surging sharply, while…
Piraeus Port Authority (PPA) welcomed a delegation from Georgia, headed by Tamar Ioseliani, who represented Georgia’s Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development, Mariam Kvrivishvili.
Ioseliani oversees the Transport and Logistics…
The Greek coastal shipping sector risks coming under significant pressure during the summer season if the high volatility in marine fuel prices persists, driven by the prolonged crisis in the…
