The shipowners keeping the Greek Flag flying
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Key context: <p>While Greek shipowners play a leading role in global shipping, only 500 of the 6,500 Greek-controlled vessels fly the Greek flag. Which shipping families are supporting the blue-and-white flag? The shortage of Greek seafarers and the major challenge of making the Greek ship registry competitive</p> <p>The post <a href="https://en.protothema.gr/2026/11/02/the-shipowners-keeping-the-greek-flag-flying/">The shipowners keeping the Greek Flag flying</a> appeared first on <a href="https://en.protothema.gr">ProtoThema English</a>.</p> This development from en.protothema.gr highlights ongoing changes in the sector.
While Greek shipowners play a leading role in global shipping, only 500 of the 6,500 Greek-controlled vessels fly the Greek flag. Which shipping families are supporting the blue-and-white flag? The shortage of Greek seafarers and the major challenge of making the Greek ship registry competitive The post The shipowners keeping the Greek Flag flying appeared first on ProtoThema English.
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