On 26 April 2023, the Motor Vessel "HIMALAYA" (GT 1,523 – DWT 2,583), in ballast, experienced engine failure and sheltered/dropped anchor in the area of Kardamyli/Stoupa, Greece. On 28 April 2023, Tsavliris despatched their T/B "HERMES" (BHP 2,725 – BP 41) from her salvage station in Patras Port, to the assistance of the casualty.
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On 3 September 2022, the Motor Yacht "007" struck rocks off Kythnos Island, Greece, and was beached at nearby picturesque Kolones Bay. The yacht grounded, laying semi-sunk on her port side with a list of approximately 80 degrees. Following all safety protocols, the yacht was successfully refloated on 15 March, was then towed to shipyard for repairs and the operation was successfully completed on 27 March 2023.
On 29 March, Tsavliris' S/T "HERMES" participated in the Fire Brigade – Port of Patras Station exercise/drill.
The largest UK marine insurance event is back for 2023, on 24 March. Marine Insurance London is the leading global marine insurance conference. George A. Tsavliris, Principal, Tsavliris Salvage Group, will participate as speaker.
The Greener Shipping Summit 2023 took place this year on 16 March at Eugenides Foundation, Athens. The event was organised by Newsfront / Naftiliaki, under the auspices of MARTECMA. Conference Chairman was George Tsavliris, Principal, Tsavliris Salvage Group.