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,...

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And the GIWA goes to…

And the GIWA goes to…

2nd GIWA awards powered by Aphrodite Hills: The impressive awards ceremony on April 11th

The biggest celebration of the Greek professional woman who excels in the world will be broadcasted on TV by ERT WORLD and online through the digital platform ERTFLIX athttps://www.ertflix.gr/ertworld-live/ on Sunday, April 11, at 19:00.

Her Excellency, the President of the Hellenic Republic Katerina Sakellaropoulou will give the opening address.

The 12 winners who stood out for the...

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Sofia Konstantopoulou

Sofia Konstantopoulou

Global Head, Marketing and Events, International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA) Founder, Greek International Women Awards (GIWA)

Sofia is an inspiration herself, a person who is always looking ahead and working for the common good.  She, along with her powerful and dedicated team, has created a platform for Greek women to ‘share their story’, their success story with the world. 

She is the Founder and Chair of The Greek International Women Awards and her long-term...

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Menia Kouli for Art’s sake

Menia Kouli for Art’s sake

Menia Kouli

One of the candidates in this 2nd GIWA Awards, in the Arts Category, is Menia Kouli who is also featuring in Arts, social related articles and events in Allaboutshipping.co.uk.

She responds to Anny Zade’s quick questionnaire as follows:

Tell us briefly about yourself.

I love what I do. I am devoted and passionate about contemporary arts. I got my BA in Business Administration from University of Laverne and for more than 18 years I have been promoting,...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2021/02/09/menia-kouli-for-arts-sake/

Dry and Wet Markets contained fall amid geopolitical uncertainty

Dry and Wet Markets contained fall amid geopolitical uncertainty

John Faraclas

The BDI (Baltic Dry Index) lost eight points since last Friday the 31 Jan 2021 and now stands at 1,444 points. Geopolitics in “hibernation” but ignition can happen any time given what you’ve read last Friday… Coronavirus and its new strains advance further. John Faraclas’ brief daily recap:

The Capes’ BCI stood at 1,871 – minus 19…

The Panamaxes’ BPI was down three points at 1,630…

Same losses for the Supras’ BSI now at...

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2nd GIWA awards : The public voting process for the international awards begins!

2nd GIWA awards : The public voting process for the international awards begins!

Once more your vote will have the power to distinguish and reward Greek women around the world for their professional achievements.

169 Greek women from 13 countries around the world shared their story by participating in the Greek International Women Awards. At this point, women have passed the final stage of the awards process and will be recognized and rewarded for their progress and work by you, with your vote.

The...

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2nd GIWA Awards: Extension of the submission deadline

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2nd GIWA Awards: Extension of the submission deadline

An initiative whose purpose is to recognize and promote the professional achievements of Greek women around the world.

The Committee of the Greek International Women Awards (GIWA), has officially announced the extension of the submission deadline until November 25, 2020 through the online platform www.greekinternationalwomenawards.com. The results will be announced on April 6, 2021 and...

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