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Monaco responds to Myanmar earthquake with urgent aid contribution

Good Morning Monaco

Saturday, April 19, 2025

Monaco responds to Myanmar earthquake with urgent aid contribution The Prince’s Government and the Monaco Red Cross announced plans on April the 17th, to support relief efforts In the wake of the devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar last month…

National Council green lights new housing developments Monaco’s National Council has approved two strategic land decommissioning projects in a bid to bolster housing availability for Monegasque nationals…

S...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/19/monaco-responds-to-myanmar-earthquake-with-urgent-aid-contribution/

Liberation Convoy 2025

The Norwegian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) is proud to partner with Liberation Convoy 2025, an initiative that highlights the importance of collaboration, resilience, and shared values between the UK and Norway.

On 8 May 2025, the 80th anniversary of the end of Nazi occupation of Norway will be commemorated with a grand tribute featuring five historic Norwegian veteran vessels, alongside partners from both Norway and the United Kingdom....

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/15/liberation-convoy-2025/

It’s GIWA time!

Sofia Konstantopoulou

As the Founder of the Greek International Women Awards, it is with great excitement that I announce the opening of applications for this year’s edition. The journey of building a stronger, more inclusive shipping industry is a personal mission for me, and these awards stand as a testament to the incredible women whose contributions continue to shape the future of the industry. But more than just recognizing achievements, this year’s awards are about inspiring one another,...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/07/its-giwa-time/

Chios Marine Club – Ordinary General Meeting 2025

l to r: The Vice President of the Club Makis Kasmas, the Treasurer Panagiotis Kamarados, the President Capt. Antonis Pitsilos and the General Secretary Ms. Maria Tripoliti

On Wednesday, March 26, 2025, the Ordinary General Meeting of the Chios Marine Club was held, in Piraeus Club’s ΄΄Stamatios Masias Restis” Room at the ninth floor overlooking the Port of Piraeus.

The President of  Chios Marine Club, Capt. Antonis Pitsilos, addressed the attending Members and then presented the Actions – Accompl...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/27/chios-marine-club-ordinary-general-meeting-2025/

Statement re: Black Sea ceasefire

Deborah Layde

After today’s announcement from the White House that both Russia and Ukraine have agreed to ensure safe passage for commercial shipping and stop military strikes in the Black Sea, please find reaction below from Deborah Layde, chief executive of The Seafarers’ Charity.

Deborah Layde, chief executive of The Seafarers’ Charity, commented:

“We welcome today’s announcement of an end to military strikes in the Black Sea. But we must remember that seafarers are not political pawns. All...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/25/statement-re-black-sea-ceasefire/

ERT’s Antonis Karagiannakis questions John Faraclas of allaboutshipping on current geopolitical issues in a very uncertain global environment

Shipping analyst John Faraclas on “KALES THALASSES” (Smooth Seas)

The shipping analyst, lecturer on shipping issues in educational institutions and organizations abroad and especially the United Kingdom, member of the Chios Marine Club, of the HESGB (Hellenic Engineers Society of Great Britain), author and co-founder of allaboutshipping.co.uk , John Faraclas spoke on the program “KALES THALASSES” (Smooth Seas) about the current geopolitical situation and its consequences for Global Shipping.

We...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/24/erts-antonis-karagiannakis-questions-john-faraclas-of-allaboutshipping-current-geopolitical-issues-in-a-very-uncertain-global-environment/

UK freight association dinner raises £10,000 for charity

l to r: BIFA regional chair, Keith Baguley of ACL Grimaldi Lines; Lady Mayoress, Councillor Erica Kemp CBE; Lord Mayor of Liverpool, Councillor Richard Kemp CBE and Steve Parker, BIFA Director General (on the right).

The Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice charity is set to receive a donation of £10,000 from the British International Freight Association (BIFA) following fundraising at the trade association’s annual Liverpool region charity dinner.

Around 300 BIFA members, their guests and local stakeholders...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/19/uk-freight-association-dinner-raises-10000-for-charity/

Calm Seas and The Voice of Greece honors International Women’s Day

l to r: (standing). Irene Notia, Afroditi Korexanou, Antonis Karagiannakis, Dr. Marina Papaioannou and Prof. Maria Boile. Seated is Stefania Tsakiri.

“KALES THALASSES – SATURDAY SHIFT” and THE VOICE OF GREECE honored the  International Women’s Day with a special 2-hour show dedicated to the place and contribution of women in shipping .

The show’s guests were:

  • Dr. Marina Papaioannou, Regional Director of DNV Academies for SE Europe,
  • Prof. Maria Boile , Professor at the University of Piraeus in...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/13/calm-seas-and-the-voice-of-greece-honors-international-womens-day/

Andreas Stamatopoulos of Flash 99,4 interviews John Faraclas live on current geopolitical and shipping issues

Continuing from the 13th of January 2025 interview, world acclaimed journalist Andreas Stamatopoulos, questions allaboutshipping’s John Faraclas on:

  • The raging wars in Ukraine and the Middle East under the Donald Trump administration
  • The Tariffs situation and how the “parties” involved will counter / behave.
  • The position of Europe in this mele of Wars and Tariffs
  • De-Globalisation and Decarbonisation.
  • The Tembi train despicable accident with 57 victims and how the Shipping industry tackles...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/11/andreas-stamatopoulos-of-flash-994-interviews-john-faraclas-live-on-current-geopolitical-and-shipping-issues/

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