16th Annual Capital Link Operational Excellence in Shipping Forum

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at the Divani Caravel Hotel, Athens

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Best Industry Practices – Building Long Term Value Through Sustainability

The 16th Annual Capital Link Operational Excellence in Shipping Forum is held in partnership with ABS on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at the Divani Caravel Hotel in Athens, Greece.

With a 16-year track record, this Forum stands as the premier event dedicated to showcasing operational excellence in the maritime industry. It explores best practices across all critical areas, including fleet management, technological innovation, crewing, energy efficiency and environmental sustainability, as well as safety and security.

The Forum brings together a broad spectrum of stakeholders—from shipping companies, charterers, and ship managers to classification societies, flag registries, P&I Clubs, government and non-government bodies, technology and service providers, and the financial & investment community. It serves as a vital platform for fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and sustainable development in the maritime sector.

The “2026 CAPITAL LINK MARITIME SUSTAINABILITY AWARD”

Presented to:
Tsakos Group & Maria Tsakos Foundation

Captain Panagiotis Tsakos
Founder & President
Tsakos Group

Dr. Nikolas P. Tsakos

Founder & CEO

TEN Ltd. (NYSE: TEN)

Chairman

INTERTANKO (2014-2018)

For their enduring commitment to maritime education, seafarer training, professional development, welfare and wellbeing, and to the sustainable future of the maritime profession.

Special Presentation of the Capital Link Maritime Sustainability Award
Presented to:
HELMEPA
(Award accepted by Ms. Semiramis Paliou, Chairperson – HELMEPA & INTERMEPA; Director & CEO – Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX)

For Institutional Leadership in Advancing Maritime Sustainability

The Capital Link Maritime Sustainability Award is presented to HELMEPA in recognition of five decades of leadership in promoting environmental stewardship, maritime safety, education, and a culture of sustainability across the global maritime community.