The event was organised by Capital Link, under the Auspices of the Cyprus Shipping Deputy Minister to the President and the sponsorship and cooperation of the Cyprus Union of Shipowners. The event was also supported by the following Organizations: CIFA, CYMEPA, Cyprus Master Mariners Association, Cyprus Naval Architects & Marine Engineers Association, Cyprus Shipping Chamber, Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, Young Ship Cyprus and Wista Hellas.

The Forum highlighted the significant role, competitive positioning and advantages of Cyprus as a maritime, energy and logistics hub and as an investment and business destination. The event brought together high caliber international speakers and delegates, including ship owning and offshore executives, institutional investors, research analysts, industry experts, commercial and investment bankers, risk advisors, private equity and venture capital firms, high-net worth investors as well as major local industry leaders and financial media.

Commenting on the event, Charalambos Constantinou, Partner, Head of Advisory Services, EY Cyprus, said: “At a time when Cyprus is seeking to strengthen its role as a global, maritime, energy and logistics centre, the Annual Capital Link Cyprus Shipping Forum plays a vital role in bringing all the interested parties together to discuss opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. EY stands at the forefront of the Cypriot and global shipping industry having invested heavily in developing services we offer, both as auditors and as advisors. It is therefore only natural that we support this important initiative by Capital Link.”