In the ever-evolving landscape of the maritime industry, where innovation is not just a choice but a necessity, the focus has shifted significantly toward the well-being of crew members aboard vessels.
Following news that a seafarer has died and another has been seriously injured in the latest Houthi attacks on merchant vessels in the Red Sea area, INTERCARGO, the International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners, extends its heartfelt sympathy to the seafarers, their families and the ship operator companies who have experienced these attacks.
Posidonia 2024 has already gone down in history as the best-attended in the biennial event’s 55 years of existence, and organisers are already busy receiving enquiries and pre-registration applications for the next event, scheduled for 1-5 June 2026.
The Deputy Minister of Shipping to the President, Mrs. Marina Hadzimanolis, attended Athens between June 1 and 7, on the occasion of Cyprus' participation in the Posidonia International Maritime Exhibition 2024.
The 28th edition of the biennial Posidonia Exhibition came to an end proving once again that it is the most sought-after event to conduct business and set the policy agenda for an industry that controls over 80% of the world trade and is projected to be worth $4.2 trillion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 7% till 2031.
Alternative fuels and seafarer upskilling took centre stage at the ‘Greener Shipping Summit 2024’ held at Posidonia 2024 this week.
Sixteen ship registries from across the globe are participating in Posidonia 2024 to showcase their innovations and competitive strategies.
During a riveting opening panel session of the Tradewinds Shipowners Forum at Posidonia 2024, Harry Conway, Chair of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), engaged in an in-depth discussion with senior representatives of the shipping industry on regulatory issues ranging from shadow fleets to alternative fuels.
In the presence of Greek Prime Minister Mr. Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Greek and international ministers, European officials and presidents of all major international shipping organisations, Posidonia 2024 was officially inaugurated during a ceremony held at the main conference hall of the Athens Metropolitan Expo.
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