Polys Hajioannou

Chief Executive Officer at SAFE BULKERS, INC.

59 year

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Polys Hajioannou currently works at Safe Bulkers, Inc., as Chairman & Chief Executive Officer from 2008, International Propeller Club of United States, as President & Founding Member, and Cyprus Union of Shipowners, as Vice President.
Mr. Hajioannou also formerly worked at The Union of Greek Shipowners, as Director from 2006 to 2009, The Hellenic Mutual War Risks Association (Bermuda) Ltd., as Director, and The United Kingdom Mutual Steam Ship Assurance (Bermuda) Ltd, as Director from 2013 to 2016.
Mr. Hajioannou received his undergraduate degree from the University of Sunderland.

Polys Hajioannou active positions

Companies	Position	Start
SAFE BULKERS, INC.	Chief Executive Officer	01/01/2008
Cyprus Union of Shipowners Cyprus Union of Shipowners Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a shipping union	Corporate Officer/Principal	-
International Propeller Club of United States	President	-

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Former positions of Polys Hajioannou

Companies	Position	End
The United Kingdom Mutual Steam Ship Assurance (Bermuda) Ltd The United Kingdom Mutual Steam Ship Assurance (Bermuda) Ltd Property/Casualty InsuranceFinance Provides shipowners liability insurance services	Director/Board Member	01/01/2016
The Union of Greek Shipowners The Union of Greek Shipowners The Union of Greek Shipowners (UGS), established in 1916, represents Greek-owned commercial vessels over 3,000 gross tons under Greek and other flags. The private company is based in Piraeus, Greece. UGS advocates for a competitive and sustainable shipping industry, emphasizing maritime safety, environmental protection, and active engagement in international policy through permanent representation in organizations such as IMO, ILO, and ICS. The union promotes innovation and environmental responsibility, supporting the adoption of greener ships and alternative fuels to reduce shipping-related greenhouse gas emissions. UGS is committed to social responsibility and education through its Greek nonprofit social contribution company Syn-Enosis, which invests in health, education, social welfare, and crisis relief efforts. The union offers postgraduate scholarships for studies in Greece and abroad, collaborates with maritime stakeholders, participates in major maritime events, and supports platforms to strengthen the Greek maritime cluster.	Director/Board Member	01/02/2009
The Hellenic Mutual War Risks Association (Bermuda) Ltd. The Hellenic Mutual War Risks Association (Bermuda) Ltd. Insurance Brokers/ServicesFinance Provides insurance services	Director/Board Member	-

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Private companies	7
Safe Bulkers, Inc. Safe Bulkers, Inc. Marine ShippingTransportation Operates as a holding company with interest in providing marine transportation, time and voyage charter services	Transportation
University of Sunderland University of Sunderland Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University	Consumer Services
The Union of Greek Shipowners The Union of Greek Shipowners The Union of Greek Shipowners (UGS), established in 1916, represents Greek-owned commercial vessels over 3,000 gross tons under Greek and other flags. The private company is based in Piraeus, Greece. UGS advocates for a competitive and sustainable shipping industry, emphasizing maritime safety, environmental protection, and active engagement in international policy through permanent representation in organizations such as IMO, ILO, and ICS. The union promotes innovation and environmental responsibility, supporting the adoption of greener ships and alternative fuels to reduce shipping-related greenhouse gas emissions. UGS is committed to social responsibility and education through its Greek nonprofit social contribution company Syn-Enosis, which invests in health, education, social welfare, and crisis relief efforts. The union offers postgraduate scholarships for studies in Greece and abroad, collaborates with maritime stakeholders, participates in major maritime events, and supports platforms to strengthen the Greek maritime cluster.
International Propeller Club of United States
Cyprus Union of Shipowners Cyprus Union of Shipowners Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a shipping union	Commercial Services
The Hellenic Mutual War Risks Association (Bermuda) Ltd. The Hellenic Mutual War Risks Association (Bermuda) Ltd. Insurance Brokers/ServicesFinance Provides insurance services	Finance
The United Kingdom Mutual Steam Ship Assurance (Bermuda) Ltd The United Kingdom Mutual Steam Ship Assurance (Bermuda) Ltd Property/Casualty InsuranceFinance Provides shipowners liability insurance services	Finance