The Chios Marine Club held with particular success in the historic mansion and one of the most important monuments of cultural heritage on the island of Chios at the “Ktima Argentiko” an event in honor of Mr. Theodoros Veniamis, who served for thirteen consecutive years as President of the Union of Greek Shipowners.
The event gathered a multitude of members of the shipping community, representatives of the local authorities and his old classmates, who with their presence honored an eminent Chian and a distinguished personality of Greek and international shipping.
During the event, the President of the Chios Marine Club, Captain Antonis Pitsilos, praised the long-standing work and significant contribution of Mr. Veniamis in strengthening Greek shipping as well as his adherence to the values and traditions of the island.
The honorary plaque to Mr. Theodoros Veniamis was presented by the NASA astrophysicist scientist and former President of the Academy of Athens, Dr. Stamatis Krimizis.
Among those present at the event were Mr. Byron Tomazos who spoke about the history of the Argentis estate, the Principal of the 2nd Primary School of Panagia Ereithiani Vrontadou, Ms. Mariana Pelanti, and Ms. Despoina Vlysidou, former deputy mayor of Omiropoli. This was followed by a theatrical performance with young elementary school students who presented moments from his childhood and school years. This theatrical performance was inspired and curated by Ms. Danae Bezantakou (Navigator Shipping Consultants Ltd).
The honoree, Mr. Theodoros Veniamis, moved, expressed his gratitude for the recognition and emphasized the importance of the unity and continuity of the Greek shipping spirit.
The event concluded in a particularly warm and moving atmosphere, confirming the bond of Chios with shipping and its people.
