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Governments and industry reaffirm commitment to trade and global stability at high-profile Athens Summit
The Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy of the Hellenic Republic, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and the Union of Greek Shipowners (UGS) co-hosted the high-level Shaping the Future of Shipping Summit on the 11 June in Athens, Greece.
New ICS Chairman Designate named and Secretary General takes the helm as industry faces critical global challenges
Following the conclusion of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) Annual General Meeting and Board Meeting in Athens, the organisation announced several major developments, marking a pivotal moment for global maritime leadership.
New report highlights biggest risks facing shipping industry, ahead of ministerial summit in Athens
11 June 2025, Athens – The ICS Maritime Barometer Report 2024-2025, launched today by the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), reveals a steady decline in confidence among global maritime leaders to manage the risks posed by increasing political instability, alongside a growing array of interconnected threats. The release of the report sets the context for discussions at the Shaping the Future of Shipping Summit in Athens hosted by ICS, the Greek Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy, and the Union of Greek Shipowners. Senior industry leaders and key policymakers will convene at a critical juncture, with global trade instability at record highs.
Industry standards at the heart of global ship management
Case study on how one of the world's leading ship management companies leverages ICS Publications to maintain excellence across a global fleet
US automotive tariffs drive uncertainty across supply chains
As the US imposes sweeping tariffs on the auto trade, industry leaders warn of higher sticker prices, eroding competitiveness, and a scramble to adapt to a changing landscape.
Guy Platten and Thomas Kazakos: Working together for a better future
Current and incoming International Chamber of Shipping Secretary Generals Guy Platten and Thomas Kazakos explore how global shipping can navigate today's volatile geopolitical landscape through unity, resilience, and industry-wide collaboration.
Athens to host high level ‘Shaping the Future of Shipping’ Summit in June
7 May 2025, London – The Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy of the Hellenic Republic, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and the Union of Greek Shipowners (UGS) are pleased to announce their commitment to co-host a high-level summit in Athens, Greece. At a time of significant volatility in the sector the Summit will bring together policymakers and industry leaders to address the critical issues impacting global trade and the maritime value chain. The Summit also provides a timely platform for industry leaders to discuss how to convert the GHG reduction agreement at the International Maritime Organization into reality and catalyse the supply of new fuels.
Aditi Rasquinha: Navigating China’s supply chains
Aditi Rasquinha, CEO, DHL Global Forwarding Greater China, discusses how the logistics giant is harnessing China’s rapid growth in electric vehicles, e-commerce and sustainability to deliver smarter, greener and more resilient solutions.
MEPC 83: the next steps after a historic outcome
As many cautiously welcome the results of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Net-Zero Framework, key stakeholders urge action and cross-industry and political collaboration to unlock its full potential