WISTA Hellas

WISTA Hellas WISTA Hellas is a non-profit association, that promotes diversity in Shipping, Trade and Logistics

WISTA Hellas in Action! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธWISTA Hellas members proudly took part in the Posidonia Running Event, joining maritime ...
01/06/2026

WISTA Hellas in Action! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ

WISTA Hellas members proudly took part in the Posidonia Running Event, joining maritime professionals for a morning of sport, teamwork, and community spirit.

Congratulations to everyone who laced up their running shoes and embraced the challenge. Your energy, dedication, and enthusiasm perfectly reflect the values that bring our network together and make WISTA Hellas such a vibrant community.

As Posidonia opens its doors, it does so at a pivotal moment for our industry.Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and ...
01/06/2026

As Posidonia opens its doors, it does so at a pivotal moment for our industry.

Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and continued uncertainty across global markets, shipping has once again demonstrated its resilience. The industry keeps delivering when it matters most.

As Theodore Vokos noted in his opening speech: โ€œPosidonia is the meeting point where the industry sets the course for the future.โ€

We look forward to the conversations and collaborations that will help navigate the next chapter for our industry.

It was a pleasure for WISTA Hellas to attend the International Registries, Inc. reception during Posidonia 2026, bringin...
31/05/2026

It was a pleasure for WISTA Hellas to attend the International Registries, Inc. reception during Posidonia 2026, bringing together maritime professionals from across the global shipping community.

Numerous WISTA Hellas members had the opportunity to connect with fellow WISTA members and industry colleagues, including representatives from WISTA Germany, WISTA Turkey, WISTA Cyprus, and WISTA USA, highlighting the strength of the WISTA International network and the value of cross-border collaboration

Posidonia continues to provide a unique platform for meaningful discussions, knowledge exchange, and the development of lasting professional relationships that support diversity and leadership in the maritime sector.

A highlight from the beautiful sunset!๐ŸŒ…

WISTA Hellas is pleased to announce its Networking Event, taking place on Tuesday, 2 June 2026 at 19:30 at Ploes Floatin...
29/05/2026

WISTA Hellas is pleased to announce its Networking Event, taking place on Tuesday, 2 June 2026 at 19:30 at Ploes Floating Venue, as part of our Posidonia 2026 events.

We are very grateful for the strong interest and support, and we are pleased to share that the event is now fully booked. The overwhelming response clearly reflects the importance and value of creating meaningful industry connections and fostering dialogue within the maritime community through initiatives such as this.

We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to our sponsors for their valuable support in making this event possible:

Gold Sponsors: TMS
Silver Sponsors: Angelicoussis Group | KPI ocean connect
Supporters: The American P&I Club | The Marshall Islands Registry | Lockton P&I Ferrari | Marichem โ€“ Marigases| UKDC

We look forward to welcoming all confirmed attendees for an inspiring evening of networking during Posidonia 2026.

As part of the WISTA Hellas Posidonia 2026 events, we are delighted to announce the panel discussion: โ€œShipping โ€“ Too Bi...
29/05/2026

As part of the WISTA Hellas Posidonia 2026 events, we are delighted to announce the panel discussion: โ€œShipping โ€“ Too Big to Ignore, Too Discreet to Understand.โ€ taking place on Wednesday, 3 June 2026 at the Angelicoussis Group Auditorium.

The panel comprises the following distinguished speakers, industry professionals and WISTA Hellas members, who will explore key themes shaping the maritime sector today:

โ€ข Wanda Costopoulos, Vice President Arkas, Logistics, Greece & Serark Logistics, Serbia, Managing Partner Arkas Hellas Group, WISTA Hellas member
โ€ข Katerina Skourtanioti, Managing Director, VENLYS Maritime Specialisation Services, WISTA Hellas member
โ€ข Georgia Sotirouli, Chief Operating Officer, Minoa Marine Limited, WISTA Hellas member

Moderator:
โ€ข Mark Pearson, Managing Director, Maran Tankers Management Inc.

We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to our sponsors for their valuable support in making this event possible:

Gold Sponsors: TMS
Silver Sponsors: Angelicoussis Group | KPI ocean connect
Supporters: The American P&I Club | The Marshall Islands Registry | Lockton P&I Ferrari | Marichem โ€“ Marigases | UKDC

To RSVP to the event, please click here: https://shorturl.at/dPQ8u

Please note that entry to the venue for pre-registered attendees is subject to presenting a valid ID.

We look forward to welcoming attendees to an insightful and engaging exchange!

๐ŸŽ“ ๐—ช๐—œ๐—ฆ๐—ง๐—” ๐—›๐—ฒ๐—น๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜€ ๐˜… ๐—”๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜€ ๐—จ๐—ป๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ถ๐˜๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐—˜๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐˜€ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—•๐˜‚๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€ (๐—”๐—จ๐—˜๐—•) ๐—ฆ๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ผ๐—น๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ฝ ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฒ - ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐ŸณWISTA Hellas is proud to cont...
26/05/2026

๐ŸŽ“ ๐—ช๐—œ๐—ฆ๐—ง๐—” ๐—›๐—ฒ๐—น๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜€ ๐˜… ๐—”๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜€ ๐—จ๐—ป๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ถ๐˜๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐—˜๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐˜€ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—•๐˜‚๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€ (๐—”๐—จ๐—˜๐—•) ๐—ฆ๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ผ๐—น๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ฝ ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฒ - ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿณ

WISTA Hellas is proud to continue supporting the professional and academic development of women in the maritime industry through its collaboration with the Athens University of Economics and Business, offering a 50% scholarship for the internationally acclaimed:

๐Ÿ“˜ MSc in International Shipping, Finance & Management (ISFM)
๐Ÿ“š Format: Part-Time
๐Ÿ“… Starts: September 2026
๐Ÿ“ Applications Due: Mid-June 2026

๐Ÿ”— To apply: https://www.dept.aueb.gr/msc-isfm

Applicants should be members of WISTA Hellas and are kindly requested to mention โ€œWISTA Hellas Scholarshipโ€ in their application.

This is a valuable opportunity for professionals and graduates looking to further strengthen their expertise in the international shipping industry through one of Greeceโ€™s leading academic institutions.

WISTA Hellas Board Member Lydia Argyropoulou attended the  in London for the International Day for Women in Maritime. Th...
22/05/2026

WISTA Hellas Board Member Lydia Argyropoulou attended the in London for the International Day for Women in Maritime.

This yearโ€™s theme, "From Policy to Practice: Advancing Gender Equality for Maritime Excellence," underscored a critical truth: diversity is not merely a compliance metric, but a fundamental driver of operational excellence, and gender mainstreaming is a robust strategic advantage.

Key takeaways of the event:

๐ŸŒŸ IMO SG Arsenio Dominguez presented the 2026 Gender Equality Award to Prof. Momoko Kitada (WMU)
๐Ÿ“– Launch of the new Handbook on Gender Mainstreaming, offering a blueprint for inclusivity in the sector
๐Ÿ’ก Panelists provided insights on moving from policy to measurable, daily action

WISTA Hellas remains dedicated to championing these benchmarks, ensuring female leadership continues to strengthen the resilience and competitiveness of the industry.

On the International Day for Women in Maritime, we celebrate the women whose expertise, leadership, and determination ar...
18/05/2026

On the International Day for Women in Maritime, we celebrate the women whose expertise, leadership, and determination are shaping a more resilient and forward-looking maritime industry.

At WISTA Hellas, we see every day that progress is not only about policy, it is about implementation. It is about creating real pathways for women to grow, lead, and thrive across all areas of maritime.

Through education, collaboration, and a strong professional network, we continue to support a sector where gender diversity is not an aspiration, but a lived reality embedded in practice.

Because excellence in maritime is not achieved in theory, it is built in action, through people, decisions, and opportunity.

To the women navigating change, driving innovation, and leading with purpose across the seas: this is your day, and your impact is every day.

Letโ€™s continue to turn commitment into practice, and practice into lasting change.

WISTA Hellas is thrilled to announce its participation at Posidonia 2026.Our events have become a tradition, and we woul...
07/05/2026

WISTA Hellas is thrilled to announce its participation at Posidonia 2026.

Our events have become a tradition, and we wouldnโ€™t want you to miss them....so mark your calendar!

๐Ÿ”นPosidonia Running Event โ€“ 31 May | already fully booked
๐Ÿ”นNetworking Event โ€“ 2 June
๐Ÿ”นPanel Discussion โ€“ 3 June

More details will follow soon. Registration will open shortly, and due to high interest and limited capacity, seats will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Owing to restrictions on numbers, the networking event is strictly for the invitee only.

We look forward to hosting you.

Our Associationโ€™s monthly gathering took place yesterday, centered on โ€œGlobal Tensions, Maritime Dimensions: Understandi...
30/04/2026

Our Associationโ€™s monthly gathering took place yesterday, centered on โ€œGlobal Tensions, Maritime Dimensions: Understanding Industry Impact.โ€ ๐ŸŒโš“

We were privileged to hear from experts in geopolitics, maritime intelligence, crewing, and market analysis, who shared valuable insights on todayโ€™s evolving global landscape. From shifting Eastโ€“West dynamics and the U.S.โ€“China relationship, to real-world impacts on shipping and energy markets, the discussion connected global developments with industry realities. A key takeaway: modern maritime threats are increasingly focused on disruption and psychological impact - raising important concerns around seafarer wellbeing and the spread of misinformation on board. ๐Ÿง โš ๏ธ

The session highlighted the importance of informed dialogue and responsible communication across our industry.

Thank you to our speakers - Vivi Kolliopoulou, Afentouli Despina, Maria Bertzeletou, Maria Korkontzelou, and Georgios Tsiakalos - and everyone who contributed. Looking forward to continuing the conversation at our next gathering. ๐Ÿค

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Dragatsi 2
Piraeus
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Monday 10:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 18:00
Thursday 10:00 - 18:00
Friday 10:00 - 18:00

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