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日本海事新聞ニュース Japan Maritime Daily Jun 15, 2026 (Mon)

At the Maritime Leaders Summit hosted by Capital Link, the next generation of Greek shipping executives discussed AI, human resources, and the investment environment

Next-generation leaders in Greek shipping exchanged views on carrying on tradition and embracing change

　On June 1, the opening day of the International Shipping Exhibition Posidonia 2026 in Athens, Greec ・・・続きはログインして下さいnext 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