PROJECT CONNECT Marks 10 Years of Impact at Inspiring Anniversary Event: implementing Maritime Education in the school system.

Key personalities from government, shipping, and education, gathered together at the Yacht Club of Greece to celebrate a decade of purpose and to honor a movement for youth empowerment and ‘brain gain’.

ATHENS — On June 25, 2025, Project Connect became the epicenter of maritime education and youth empowerment as it celebrated its 10-Years Anniversary, at the emblematic Yacht Club of Greece, highlighting a decade of initiatives that have built bridges between students and the shipping industry and have created an entire movement since its inception.

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The afterglow of our celebration: what people are saying after our decade of success:

"Congratulations! Tonight is magical. One for the books. What a group of people!" Aris Koropoulis, Astra Shipmanagement 

"We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for your kind invitation to the event celebrating the 10-year anniversary of Project Connect ...Your presentation beautifully highlighted values that deeply resonated with us: the responsibility we all share in preparing the next generation of professionals in the maritime industry, the importance of collaboration, the sense of being part of a global supply chain, and the mission to spread maritime awareness and culture both across Greece, even in its most remote corners, and internationally.  ...  We were especially pleased ... to learn more through your presentation about the remarkable progress and meaningful work you have accomplished with such dedication and passion over the past decade. It is a joy, an honor, and a point of pride for us to have partners like you. We are committed to contributing in every way we can to support and strengthen your mission. We wholeheartedly wish to see you continue to grow, flourish, and reach even greater heights." Dimitrios Thomas & Evangelia Thomas, D. Thomas Marine

"... The evening was truly inspiring, a gathering that not only honored the past decade but also cast a bright light on the future we are shaping together. It was a pleasure to be part of such a meaningful milestone ... The event captured this spirit perfectly full of warmth, vision, and unity ..." Capt. Nestor Grigoropoulos, PROMINENCE MARITIME S.A. and SEA TRADERS S.A.

"... The reading by the two elementary school children of the exchanges with the captain was an absolute highlight for me – truly adorable and heartwarming! All the speakers shared powerful and personal messages about the meaningful impact that Project Connect and Adopt the Ship initiative have had on the younger generations, cultivating maritime education and helping connect them with the maritime world. It is a true pleasure to support such inspiring and impactful initiatives. We look forward to continuing being part of the Project Connect journey! " Irini Pitta, Eurobulk Ltd

"... it was both a pleasure & an honor being with you all at the 10-year anniversary party and getting to share a little bit of your success and joy! I hope -and I am certain that- the next 10 years will be even more creative and successful!..." Maria Photou, Posidonia Exhibitions 

"...Thank you very much Irene. Your passion and initiatives drive project connect forward and thanks to your persistence and love for your work, success is taken for granted. Kind regards." Alexandros Glykas, DYNAMARINe