US applauds Greek shipping and crews’ efforts for heroic lifesaving efforts at sea

Numerous Greek shipping companies were honored for their active participation in the AMVER program at the 33rd AMVER Greek Awards Ceremony, held at the Athenaeum InterContinental Hotel on December 16.

This gathering of the Greek maritime community was graced by the presence of government officials, prominent US diplomats, and key representatives from Greek shipping companies, and it was organized by the International Propeller Club of the United States, Port of Piraeus in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy in Greece and the United States Coast Guard.

During the ceremony, 193 Greek shipping companies and 1,836 vessels were honored for their participation in the AMVER program, marking also a milestone year as the Propeller Club, Port of Piraeus celebrated 90 years of history and service to the maritime community.

The 33rd AMVER Greek Awards Ceremony took place at the Athenaeum InterContinental Hotel, under the theme ‘Hope at Sea’ and brought together 900 guests,