CSN is excited to announce the launch of a new high-level event that will be happening yearly ‘The 1st CSN Greece Shipping Debate’. The first debate is schedule to take place on Thursday 22^nd  May 2025 at the Piraeus Marine Club. The event will provide a platform for experts to debate these challenges with the participation of the audience hoping for discussion to be an engaging after noon.

The Greek shipping industry, deeply rooted in history and tradition, faces a new era of complex challenges and opportunities. This debate, “Navigating the Aegean Tides,” will delve into the critical issues confronting Greek shipowners in 2025, focusing on the unique context of the Greek maritime sector while acknowledging global trends.

Event details: https://cyprusshippingevents.com/1st-csn-greece-shipping-debate/

• Date: 22 May
• Time: 16.00
• Location: Piraeus Marine Club
• Format: In-person

Panel 1: “Navigating Change: Geopolitics, Green Transition & Growth Strategies for Greek Shipping”

• Geopolitical shifts and their impact on Greek Shipping: How will the evolving geopolitical landscape, including regional instability and trade wars, specifically affect Greek shipping routes, cargo flows, and investment strategies?
• Decarbonisation and the future of Greek fleets: Beyond simply meeting regulatory requirements, how can Greek shipowners leverage decarbonisation as a competitive advantage? This includes the adoption of alternative fuels, retrofitting existing vessels, financing green technologies, and exploring potential new business models related to sustainable shipping.
• Financing the Future of Greek Shipping: Access to capital for fleet modernisation, technological upgrades, and sustainable initiatives is crucial. What are the prospects, and who are the key players in this financing landscape?
• The Role of Greek Shipping in the Global Maritime Landscape: Considering the historical strengths, current challenges, and prospects of Greek shipping, what is its strategic positioning in the global market? What are the opportunities for collaboration, consolidation, and/or innovation?

Panel 2: “Future-Proofing Greek Shipping: Innovation, Sustainability & Resilience in a New Era”

• Technology and Innovation in Greek Shipping: Latest technological advancements relevant to the Greek fleet, including digitalisation, automation, smart shipping solutions, and cybersecurity. How can Greek shipowners effectively adopt and integrate these technologies to improve efficiency, safety, and competitiveness?
• Charting the Path: Focusing on forward-looking strategies and technologies that can drive sustainable change.
• Sustainable Fuel Decarbonisation: Highlighting the importance of sustainable practices, including the circular economy, beyond theoretical and technical solutions.
• Achieving Zero Emissions: Discussing the ultimate goal of the industry and society, and examining regulatory, technological, operational, and sociological solutions.
• Proactive crisis management planning: How Greek shipowners can ensure they are prepared for a range of maritime emergencies, including salvage scenarios, by developing robust crisis management plans.

This is going to be the first CSN Greek Shipping Debate in Piraeus and we would like to invite you to support the event. There are still available sponsorships and those interested please contact us at csn@cyprusshippingnews.com.

The programme of the Conference is uploaded and will updated in the following website:

The 1st CSN Greece Shipping Debate – Navigating the Aegean Tides

AGENDA

16.00 Registration and welcome coffee

16.30 Welcome by the organisers – Adonis Violaris, Managing Director – Cyprus Shipping News

16.35 Introduction by the Moderator – Andreas Chrysostomou, Executive Director – Clean Shipping Alliance

16.45 Panel 1: “Navigating Change: Geopolitics, Green Transition & Growth Strategies for Greek Shipping”

Moderator: Andreas Chrysostomou
Panellists:
– George Souravlas, CEO – Load Line Marine
–Vasilios Mouyis, Co-Managing Director – Doric Shipbrokers
– Anna Pittalis, Commercial Director, Head of Shipping & Trading – Intergaz Ltd / President – WISTA Cyprus
– John Cotzias, Projects & Finance – Xclusiv Shipbrokers Inc.
– TBA

17.30 Coffee Break sponsored by Intergaz

17.45 Panel 2: “Future-Proofing Greek Shipping: Innovation, Sustainability & Resilience in a New Era”

Moderator: Andreas Chrysostomou
Panellists: 

– Anna Vourgos, Director – Aphentrica Insurance Brokers
– Theofilos Xenakoudis, Chief Commercial Officer – IRI
– Dorothea Ioannou, CEO – The American P&I Club
– Panos Zachariadis, Technical Director – Atlantic Bulk Carriers Management
– Alexander Senteris, Compliance Manager- Emission Trading Systems – Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement

18.30 Conclusions by the moderator and the organisers

18.35 Network Cocktail sponsored by Aphentrica Insurance Brokers