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our approach, but periods of crisis have reinforced just how critical it is.During the pandemic and, more recently, amid geopolitical tensions, access to wages and financial stability has become even more essential for seafarers, many of whom are isolated for extended periods.We continue to evolve our platform to ensure faster, more reliable access to funds, even in low-bandwidth environments, while also working alongside industry and welfare organisations to provide broader support. We must always keep in mind that behind every transaction is a person, often far from home, and this perspective continues to shape how we innovate.Greece is a leading global shipping power. How important are Greek shipping companies to ShipMoney%u2019s growth strategy?Greece remains a cornerstone of the global shipping industry, with a long-standing reputation for commercial leadership and operational excellence.%u00a0For us, it%u2019s an important market, not just from a growth perspective, but also from a partnership standpoint. Greek companies tend to be forward-thinking, particularly when it comes to efficiency and long-term value, and this aligns with our focus and vision.We see great potential in supporting Greek operators as they continue to modernise their financial operations, while also enhancing the experience for their crews. For us, building long-term, trusted relationships is what matters most.Looking ahead, how do you see digital payments shaping the future of the maritime industry over the next 5%u201310 years?Digital payments will become the standard, not the differentiator.Over the next decade, we expect to see a continued move toward fully integrated, data-driven financial ecosystems, where payments will no longer sit in isolation but will be part of a wider operational and decision-making framework.For finance teams, that means greater transparency, better control, and more strategic insight. For seafarers, it will mean simpler, more immediate access to their earnings and a better overall experience.Most importantly, the shift is about moving away from legacy processes that add risk and inefficiency towards systems that are safer, more intelligent, and aligned with the realities of how global commerce operates today.As financial complexity increases for shipping companies, how important is it to have integrated solutions for treasury, vendor payments, and crew payroll, and how does ShipMoney support this shift?Financial complexity in shipping has definitely increased, but more importantly, it has fundamentally changed. Operators are now managing multi-currency flows, global crews, and growing regulatory demands %u2014 often across fragmented systems.There is a clear shift towards integration. When treasury, vendor payments, and crew payroll are connected, companies gain efficiency and clarity, enabling better decision-making.ShipMoney was built specifically for maritime, with those complexities in mind. By bringing these functions into a single platform, we help reduce operational friction and give finance teams a more controlled, transparent view of their financial ecosystem.How are the capabilities offered by ShipMoney%u2019s platform helping shipping companies gain greater control, visibility, and efficiency across their financial operations?For many shipping companies, the real challenge is not simply cost, but visibility. Disparate payment processes make it difficult to track the movement of funds, understand true costs, and maintain consistent control, creating inefficiencies and introducing unnecessary risks.By consolidating payments into a single platform, operators gain real-time oversight of financial flows, reduce manual intervention, and standardise processes across their fleets. The result is stronger governance, improved accuracy, and more predictable financial outcomes.From a treasury perspective, it also enables more effective planning and forecasting, supported by clearer and more timely data.May 2026 291