In detail, Mrs. Travlou notes:
«In an era of geopolitical upheaval, uncertainty and multiple crises, shipping remains a force of stability, continuity and cohesion. It keeps the planet connected, economies functional and societies supplied.
Posidonia gathers in Greece, the homeland of the strongest shipping, the international shipping community, highlighting the strategic importance of a sector that not only transports goods and energy, but safeguards the very functioning of the modern world.
In the current international environment, shipping operates under conditions of increasing geopolitical tension. Threats to freedom of navigation and attacks on commercial vessels and seafarers now constitute a new reality that tests sea routes, supply chains, energy security and the international economic balance.
The safe and uninterrupted operation of maritime transport is a prerequisite for the prosperity of humanity. Shipping transports food, medicine, energy, raw materials and essential goods, on a scale and with an efficiency that cannot be substituted by any other transport system.
For this reason, maritime security is a global public good and a collective responsibility. The protection of human life at sea, of commercial vessels and of free navigation must be a non-negotiable duty of the international community.
Within this demanding environment, Greek Shipping, representing almost 20% of global capacity and over 60% of the fleet controlled by the European Union, confirms over time its strength, reliability and adaptability.
This leading position is not only reflected in the numbers. It is reflected in the consistently responsible and institutional stance of the Union of Greek Shipowners towards all critical issues of the sector and international shipping policy. It is reflected in the foresight, investments and our ability to respond with consistency, composure and determination to constantly changing international conditions.
At the same time, Greek Shipping is at the forefront of the sector’s green transition, possessing one of the youngest fleets globally and the largest fleet with the capability to use alternative fuels internationally. Our investments in newly built vessels, innovative technologies, digitalization and emission reduction solutions are continuous and substantial.
However, the transition towards decarbonization requires realism, technological maturity and global alignment. It cannot jeopardize the safety of crews and vessels, nor the viability of shipping and global supply chains. A truly sustainable transition must be safe, practically feasible, fair for all parties and globally functional.
The recent discussions at the IMO, within the framework of MEPC 84, offer the international community a second chance to restore consensus and work towards a realistic, appropriate and functional global framework for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from ships. The ultimate success of this effort presupposes the existence of safe, available, economically viable and sufficient alternative fuels on a global scale.
Shipping has proven over time that it knows how to sail responsibly even in the most troubled waters. And it will continue to do so.
Because shipping is a force of vital continuity for the world.»
In periods of crisis, it keeps the roads of cooperation open. In periods of uncertainty, it offers stability. In periods of transition, it ensures that progress can continue.
In this great global mission, Greek Shipping remains at the forefront. With the seamanship, resilience and unity that characterize it, it will continue to unite the world with consistency, vision and a sense of responsibility for the next generations.
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