CSC Members Meeting: Central Bank Survey Analysis – Shipmanagement Remains a Pillar of Stability for the Cyprus Economy with Record Performance
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber was pleased to host, during its monthly Members Meeting, on 22 April 2026, Dr. Chryso Aristeidou, Senior Officer of the Statistics Department of the Central Bank of Cyprus, who presented the results of the Survey on the Contribution of Shipmanagement Companies to the Cyprus Economy for the second half of 2025. […]
Cyprus Shipping Chamber Supports Global Shipping’s Call for Common Ground and Practical Solutions at IMO MEPC 84
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber (CSC) expresses its support for the recent joint statement issued by seven leading international shipowners’ organisations, which underlines the vital importance of the forthcoming International Maritime Organisation (IMO) MEPC 84 meeting as a key opportunity for Member States to align positions, advance constructive dialogue and work towards common ground on practical […]
Cyprus Shipping Chamber Welcomes EU Industrial Maritime and Ports Strategies
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber warmly welcomes the European Industrial Maritime Strategy and the EU Ports Strategy, recently published by the European Commission. The European Industrial Maritime Strategy recognises the strategic role of shipping in Europe’s energy and supply chain security and places strong emphasis on investments in clean fuels, decarbonisation technologies, and digitalisation. At the […]
20 Years of MLC2006: Two decades of dedication and progress for the welfare of Seafarers
23rd of February 2026 marked 20 years since the adoption of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006). The Cyprus Shipping Chamber, as the official representative of the Cyprus Shipping Industry, proudly joins the international shipping community in commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC2006), a landmark instrument that has fundamentally […]
Three-Year Renewal of Cyprus Seafarers’ CBA highlights Industry Stability and Cooperation
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber (CSC), acting also under its capacity as an employers’ association, signed with the two Cyprus seafarers trade unions, “SEK” and “PEO”, the renewal of the Cyprus Collective Bargaining Agreement for Seafarers employed on Cyprus flag ships, on 15 December 2025. The Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation (OEB) also co-signed the Agreement. […]
Cyprus Shipping Community Comes Together for CSC’s Annual Blood Donation Drive
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber organised its second Annual Blood Donation Drive in Limassol on 3 December 2025, in memory of former Secretariat member, Ben Casey, who passed away in 2021. Once again, staff from the Chamber’s Shipping Member-Companies made a significant contribution of blood units, offering vital support to local hospitals. Over the past 30-plus […]
CSC Welcomes Cyprus’ Successful Re-election to the IMO Council
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber congratulates the Cyprus Shipping Deputy Ministry and all members of the delegation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus and the Cyprus High Commission in the UK, on the successful re-election of Cyprus as a Member of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council for a further two-year […]
CSC: Shipping Continues Navigating Towards Decarbonisation
Two weeks ago, following an intense week of deliberations, the majority of the Member States of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) voted in favour of postponing discussions on the Net Zero Framework (NZF) for one year. The NZF will define the measures that will guide shipping towards the IMO’s 2050 zero-emissions targets, providing clarity for […]
Cyprus Shipping Chamber Backs Global Push for IMO Net-Zero Framework
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber (CSC) expresses its strong support for the joint statement by seven leading international maritime associations calling for the urgent adoption of the “Net-Zero Framework” (NZF) at the upcoming Extraordinary Session of the IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC), taking place 14–17 October. The statement is endorsed by the International Chamber of […]
High-level discussion at Maritime Cyprus 2025 explores the evolving role of ship managers
The “Maritime Cyprus 2025” Conference featured on 8 October 2025, a high-level panel discussion, titled “Safeguarding Shipowners in a Rapidly Changing Environment”, organised by the Cyprus Shipping Chamber. Distinguished speakers from leading ship-management companies in Cyprus Mr. Mark O’Neil (Columbia Group), Mr. Sebastian von Hardenberg (Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement), Mr. Dieter Rohdenburg (InterMaritime Shipmanagement) and Mr. […]
CSC Steers high level Industry Dialogue at “Maritime Cyprus 2025” Conference Opening Day
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber organised, on the opening day of the “Maritime Cyprus 2025” Conference held on 6 October 2025, a high-level panel discussion titled “Navigating Disruption: Steering the Shipping Industry Through Global Turbulences.” The discussion was moderated by Mr. Thomas A. Kazakos, Secretary General of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and featured distinguished […]
Over 800 Distinguished Representatives attend Cyprus Shipping Chamber’s Reception ahead of “Maritime Cyprus 2025”
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber successfully hosted its Reception ahead of the “Maritime Cyprus 2025” Conference on Sunday, 5 October, at the Amathus Beach Hotel in Limassol, attracting a remarkable turnout of over 800 distinguished representatives. The event brought together Ministers, Members of Parliament, Diplomats, State Officials, representatives of professional organisations, as well as senior executives […]
Cyprus Shipping Chamber:29 Years of Contribution through the Beach Volley Tournament
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber successfully held, once again, its Charity Beach Volley Tournament, which took place on 6, 7 and 14 September at the Limassol Municipality Beach Sports Centre. For 29 consecutive years, with the support and active participation of its Shipping Member-Companies, the Chamber’s Charity Tournament has brought the Shipping Industry together, while at […]
CSC Honours Teachers Participating in the “Adopt a Ship” Educational Programme for the 2024-2025 Academic Year
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber successfully held its annual Award Ceremony for the “Adopt a Ship” Educational Programme, for the academic year 2024-2025. During the ceremony, addresses were delivered by the Shipping Deputy Minister, Mrs. Marina Hadjimanolis, Mr. Andreas Hadjipetrou, Member of the Chamber’s Board of Directors and Mr. Nicolas Asimenos, Chairman of the Chamber’s Educational […]
CSC Welcomes the Entry into Force of the Hong Kong Convention on Ship Recycling
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber welcomes the entry into force of the Hong Kong International Convention for the safe and environmentally sound recycling of ships, which will become effective as of today, 26 June 2025. This Convention represents the first global legal framework that ensures ships are recycled safely and sustainably, with positives effects on human […]
CSC 36th Annual General Meeting: Strategic Priorities of Cyprus Shipping at the Forefront for the Newly Elected Board of Directors
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber successfully held its 36th Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, 27 May 2025, at the “Four Seasons” Hotel in Limassol. The General Meeting was addressed by the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr. Nikos Christodoulides, the President of the House of Representatives, Mrs. Annita Demetriou and the President of the Cyprus […]
Cyprus Shipping Chamber Expresses Strong Support for Urgent Development of European Clean Shipping Fuel Supply Chain
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber (CSC) expresses its strong support to the joint statement by The Clean Maritime Fuels Platform, representing the European shipowners and the fuel suppliers, stressing the critical need to establish a European supply chain for clean shipping fuels, highlighting the urgency of coordinated efforts to accelerate the transition to sustainable maritime energy […]
Cyprus and the Euro Area: Challenges and Opportunities Explored at the Shipping Chamber’s Monthly Members’ Meeting
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber welcomed the Governor of the Central Bank of Cyprus and member of the Governing Council of the European Central Bank, Dr. Christodoulos Patsalides, at its Monthly Members’ Meeting, which was held on 6 February in Limassol. The Chamber’s members had the opportunity to watch an interesting presentation from Dr. Patsalides entitled “Cyprus […]
CSC welcomes the safe release of the Galaxy Leader crew after 14 months
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber warmly welcomes the release of the Galaxy Leader crew, who were unlawfully seized, on 19 November 2023, by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, bringing much-needed relief to the seafarers, their families and the global shipping community, who have been deeply distressed by this incident. The Chamber also extends its gratitude […]
Mr. Alexandros Josephides is the next Director General of the Cyprus Shipping Chamber
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber, is delighted to announce that its Board of Directors has unanimously decided to appoint its current Deputy Director General / Marine Manager, Mr. Alexandros Josephides, as the next Director General. Mr. Josephides will succeed Mr. Thomas A. Kazakos, who is taking over as Secretary General of the International Chamber of Shipping […]
A Cypriot at the “helm” of the International Chamber of Shipping
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber proudly announces that its Director General, Thomas A. Kazakos, has been appointed Secretary General of the International Chamber of Shipping (“ICS) from 1st April 2025, in replacement of Guy Platten, who is soon retiring. The selection of Mr. Kazakos amongst other internationally renowned candidates was made following a unanimous decision of the […]