Piraeus, 29 January 2020: The DNV GL - Greece annual press conference, hosted by Ioannis Chiotopoulos, Vice-President and Regional Manager of South East Europe, Middle East & Africa, took place at the organization’s offices in Piraeus recently. The Norwegian Ambassador, Fronde Overland Andersen, announced the launch of the Regional Maritime Gas Centre, a brand-new department for the region, focussed on the rapidly developing gas segment. DNV GL’s market share, digital services and endeavours in the region were analyzed, along with the organization’s key report – Maritime Forecast to 2050.

Ioannis Chiotopoulos proceeded with a presentation on DNV GL’s core initiative of launching Greece as a home market. He pointed to the global network of Greek speaking employees and the reinforcement of the Business Development Team, through the addition of three Business Development Managers. Furthermore, he noted the intense focus on the Research and Development Department and the continuing investment in the Piraeus offices, in order to better support customers and the maritime community. As part of this effort, new roles have also been created within the region. Finally, he announced the launch of a new study on the enhancement of the Greek Flag.

camera: studio Panos Halkidis

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