The Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy of the Hellenic Republic, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and the Union of Greek Shipowners (UGS) co-hosted the high-level Shaping the Future of Shipping Summit on the 11 June in Athens, Greece.

The Summit brought together over 350 senior delegates from more than 30 countries, including ministerial representatives and chief executives from the global maritime and energy sectors. Discussions addressed the complex and evolving geopolitical landscape, regulatory developments, and the critical need for enhanced seafarer training and recruitment to safeguard the future of global trade.

Please find the full press release in ANNEX A and Mr Emanuele Grimaldi and Ms Melina Travlos full speeches in ANNEX B and C

Photos from the event can be accessed HERE.

COMMUNICATIONS(25)25 -Annex A – GOVERNMENTS AND INDUSTRY REAFFIRM COMMITMENT TO TRADE AND GLOBAL STABILITY AT HIGH-PROFILE ATHENS SUMMIT

COMMUNICATIONS(25)25 -Annex B – MR EMANUELE GRIMALDI SUMMIT SPEECH

COMMUNICATIONS(25)25 -Annex C – MS MELINA TRAVLOS SUMMIT SPEECH