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News from the seas of the world waters

the Union of Greek Shipowners, the
Hellenic Shortsea Shipowners Asso-
ciation, and Helmepa. In 2018, Seaven
made history as the first company
globally to achieve certification from
the Green Award Foundation for ves-
sels under 10,000 DWT, firmly estab-
lishing its commitment to sustainable
shipping practices.
Based in the heart of Piraeus, Seaven
continues its journey toward the “seven
seas of the world”, as its name sug-
gests. The company is committed to
expanding its dynamic presence in
international maritime transport by
investing in innovation and fostering
strong relationships with its partners.
At the core of its strategy are the safety
of its cargo and personnel, alongside
environmental protection and a com-
mitment to Greek maritime tradition.

Industry leaders revolutionise
the ARA bunkering market
In a groundbreaking development for
the global marine fuels industry, leading
shipping and bunkering companies
have come together to launch a Bun-
kering Services Initiative focused on
solving the widely reported issues
of fuel quantity shortages and fuel
quality opacity across the marine fuel
supply chain. By addressing these
market distortions, marine fuel buy-
ers can make optimal procurement
decisions, and suppliers can operate
on a level playing field.
Joining the Bunkering Services Initi-
ative is voluntary, and participation
by all marine fuel buyers and suppli-
ers who are committed to adopting
and complying with its standards and
governance is welcome.
At the outset, focused on Amsterdam-
Rotterdam-Antwerp (ARA), the world’s
second-largest bunkering hub, the
Initiative represents 20% of ARA
market volume, comprising sev-
eral thousand deliveries each year.
Credit: Diana Shipping
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