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Podcast: In Conversation with Cyprus Deputy Minister of Shipping

In this latest episode of The Maritime Podcast we are in conversation with Vassilios Demetriades the Shipping Deputy Minister of the Republic of Cyprus.

Marcus Hand, Editor

August 10, 2022

Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand caught up with the Minister during Posidonia 2022 for a conversation about Cyprus’ role in international shipping.

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The conversation covers:

  • The government’s strategic vision for Cyprus Shipping – Sea Change 2030.

  • How Cyprus handled the pandemic in relation crew change and seafarer vaccination.

  • Measures be taken to help seafarers during the Ukraine conflict.

  • The growth of services around the country’s strong base of ship managers and owners.

  • The digitalisation of the maritime sector in Cyprus.

  • Cyprus’ role in international shipping in the EU and at IMO

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About the Author

Marcus Hand

Editor

Marcus Hand is the editor of Seatrade Maritime News and a dedicated maritime journalist with over two decades of experience covering the shipping industry in Asia.

Marcus is also an experienced industry commentator and has chaired many conferences and round tables. Before joining Seatrade at the beginning of 2010, Marcus worked for the shipping industry journal Lloyd's List for a decade and before that the Singapore Business Times covering shipping and aviation.

In November 2022, Marcus was announced as a member of the Board of Advisors to the Singapore Journal of Maritime Talent and Technology (SJMTT) to help bring together thought leadership around the key areas of talent and technology.

Marcus is the founder of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast that delivers commentary, opinions and conversations on shipping's most important topics.

Conferences & Webinars

Marcus Hand regularly moderates at international maritime events. Below you’ll find a list of selected past conferences and webinars.

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