Proud Lead Sponsor of “The Bulk Carriers of the Greeks” Exhibition

We are honored to have participated as the Lead Sponsor in the prestigious exhibition “The Bulk Carriers of the Greeks”, organized by Naftika Chronika and hosted at the Eugenides Foundation from February 10 to March 7, 2025. This exceptional event highlighted the vital role of dry bulk carriers in global trade and their significant contribution to the international economy.

As part of our participation, we proudly showcased:
🔹A bulk carrier model of our managed vessel, m/v Florida.
🔹Exclusive video interviews featuring our seafarers, sharing their experiences at sea and insights into the maritime profession.
🔹A cabin plan of m/v Philadelphia, offering a glimpse into life onboard.
🔹A real-time voyage display of m/v Florida via MarineTraffic, tracking its journey from Zhangjiagang, China, to Ilha Guaiba, Brazil.
🔹Photo exhibits capturing life aboard our vessels and the dedication of our seafarers.

Beyond the exhibition, our CEO, Ms. Semiramis Paliou, alongside Mr. Evangelos Sfakiotakis and Captain George Tsoukatos, played an active role in the event’s Talk Series, engaging in insightful discussions on key industry topics:
📌February 25 – Captain George Tsoukatos, DPA - HSQ Vetting Manager, joined the panel on “New Bulk Carrier Inspection Requirements” at Bulk Carriers: Achieving Excellence in the Spotlight.
📌February 26 – Mr. Evangelos Sfakiotakis, Chief Operating Officer, participated in the panel “Bulk Carriers: Operational Management in the Era of Quality”.
📌February 26 – Ms. Semiramis Paliou, CEO, spoke at “Blue Chairs: Shipping in Dialogue with Society”, engaging with young professionals and students to inspire the next generation of maritime leaders.

To further celebrate this initiative, Diana Shipping Services S.A. organized a guided tour for employees, allowing them to experience this remarkable exhibition firsthand.

We are proud to support initiatives that educate, inspire, and foster engagement within the maritime industry. Thank you to Naftika Chronika, Isalos.net, and the Eugenides Foundation for an outstanding event!