This episode of “Fair Winds and Following Seas” shines a spotlight on the bright, determined young people of Greece—driven by ambition, resilience, vision, and a deep desire for progress, both personal and national.
We listen to highlights from a remarkable ceremony held on Monday evening, 01 July 2025, at the iconic Temple of Olympian Zeus, where the Union of Greek Shipowners (UGS) awarded 130 scholarships to students who will continue their academic journey.
This marks the third year of the initiative, which aims to meaningfully support Greek education by empowering the country’s future scientists and professionals. The program began in 2022 with 101 scholarships, expanded to 111 in 2023, and now reaches 130 in 2025.
The episode features speeches by Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni, UGS President Melina Travlos, and several scholarship recipients—students selected by 130 participating shipping companies.