Mar 10 • 17:00 UTC 🇩🇪 Germany FAZ

Shipping Transportation in War: The Shipowner Who Defies Iran's Bombs

Georgios Prokopiou, a Greek shipowner, continues to navigate his tankers through the perilous Strait of Hormuz amidst the risk of Iranian attacks, while most of his competitors have halted operations due to safety concerns.

Georgios Prokopiou, head of the Greek shipping company Dynacom, stands out as a rare shipowner willing to risk his fleet in the treacherous waters of the Strait of Hormuz, where threats from Iranian missiles, bombs, or torpedoes are prevalent. The F.A.Z.'s maritime traffic data highlights that Prokopiou has sent at least five tankers through the strategically vital passage since March 2, despite the growing dangers. His approach contrasts sharply with that of his competitors, who have largely ceased operations in the region due to the escalating threat level, resulting in hundreds of their vessels waiting idly in the Persian Gulf.

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