News & Announcements

On 2 May 2019, the BC ''CALYPSO" (GRT 40,230 – DWT 73,691), laden with 68,000 tonnes of coal, immobilised about 220 miles SE of Bahia Blanca, Argentina, due to engine problems. The vessel was drifting towards the coast due to adverse current. Tsavliris Salvage was engaged to provide assistance.

The TSAVLIRIS GROUP has proudly published the story of its founder Alexander G. Tsavliris and the evolution of the family business up to date.
The 200-page edition was published by Argo Publications and the well-known maritime historian Mr George M.Foustanos.

A special award was presented to Mr Nicolas Tsavliris, Chairman of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers Greek Branch, for his continuous support, his 15 years Chairmanship at the Greek Branch since 2004 and his long-standing dedication to the Institute, being a Member for over 50 years now. The ceremony took place during the 15th ICS Annual Forum on 10 December 2019.

On 4 October 2019, the Drilling Ship “YAN” (GRT 47,079 – DWT 37,697) was handled outbound at Akaport Platygiali Astakos by three Tsavliris tugs, namely the “HERMES”, “HERMES I” and “PROTEAS”.

The London Shipping Law Centre, celebrated a 25 year voyage around the world of shipping on 27 November 2019, in London. The Centre provides an unrivalled platform for informing, explaining and debating across an outstanding spectrum of maritime, legal and commercial subjects.

On 11 November 2019, the Tsavliris Cultural Foundation general assembly elected unanimously Mr Acis Montanios as its President.
Mr Montanios is the Managing Partner of Montanios & Montanios LLC, Advocates & Legal Consultants.

The Tsavliris Cultural Foundation scholarship was awarded this year to Ms Eleni Karnaou, University student of a family of four children, by the Permanent Secretary of the Shipping Deputy Ministry in Cyprus, Mr Costas Iacovou. The news was released on 12 November 2019 during a press conference and award ceremony at the "Four Seasons Hotel" in Limassol, Cyprus.

On 23 September 2019, the Bulk Carrier "NAVIOS CHRISTINE B" (GT 32,343 - DWT 58,058), in ballast condition, immobilised due to propeller damage south of Chittagong, Bangladesh. Tsavliris provided salvage assistance and on 20 October, the operation was completed successfully.

On 12 May 2019, the Bulk Carrier "ACHILLES II" (GRT 38,870 – DWT 75,785), laden with about 63.000 tonnes wheat, immobilised due to main engine breakdown about 75 miles SE of SW Pass Buoy, Mississippi River, Louisiana, USA. The vessel was en route from New Orleans, Westwego Louisiana to Alexandria Egypt. Tsavliris provided salvage assistance and on 18 June the operation was completed successfully.

On 5 July 2019, the Chemical/Oil Tanker "C ROCK" (GT 3,960 - DWT 5,850), laden with 4,200 tonnes of gasoline 95 RON, immobilised due to mechanical problem in a piracy area, approximately 110 miles NE of Muscat, Oman. The vessel was en route from Fujairah, UAE to Berbera, Somalia.

SSL Endeavour is targeting significant expansion in marine as well as non-marine business with its new subsidiary. SSL Endeavour Cyprus & Greece is headed up by a highly experienced team including Non-Executive Chairman George Tsavliris, with Manos Sofronis as CEO and Nicolaos Tzimas as Executive Director.

Members of the International Salvage Union provided 224 services to vessels carrying 3,213,228 tonnes of potentially polluting cargo and fuel during operations in 2018 demonstrating the importance of ISU members' role in protecting the marine environment, according to ISU statistics published in July 2019.

On 12 May 2019, the Bunkering Tanker "A. MICHEL" (GRT 4,346 – DWT 6,711), laden with 1,660 tonnes IFO 380 and 950 tonnes MGO, whilst anchored at Fujairah B anchorage, UAE, suffered an underwater explosion (reported as sabotage). Another three tankers were affected by similar explosions.

Large shipping losses are now at their lowest level this century having declined by over 50% year on year, according to a recent report. A total of 46 large ships were lost worldwide in 2018, down by a record 50% annually and 55% below the 10-year average of 104.

On 5 May 2019, the Tsavliris Cultural Foundation, organised an Art Exhibition, themed “Sea & Shipping” at the Morfi Gallery in Limassol, Cyprus. The Deputy Minister of Shipping, Ms Natasa Pilides, opened the ceremony and the Mayor of Limassol Mr Nicos Nicolaides outlined the importance of the Sea and Shipping for the city of Limassol.