Captain Lefteris Kehagioglou is the president of the Alumni Association of the Hydra Maritime Academy—the oldest naval academy in the world—and also serves as president of the Greek Network of Small Islands.
Mr. Kehagioglou spoke about the upcoming conference on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, titled “The Captain of Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow.” He emphasized how the profession of captain and sailor is evolving, adapting to new realities, technological advancements, and the changing times – it is no longer what it was just a few years ago.
He also discussed the recent two-day sessions held at the European Parliament on Small Islands and Mountainous Municipalities, highlighting the EU’s efforts to listen to and address the needs of these small yet vital regions, which also serve as the southern borders of Europe.
Produced and presented by Antonis Karagiannakis