Greek tanker firm Andriaki Shipping Co. Ltd. established in 1953 has appointed Capt. Panagiota Chrysanthi as its new chief executive officer of the company.

Chrysanthi’s appointment was announced by the firm in a short LinkedIn post on Monday.

Capt. Panagiota commenced her career with Andriaki in 1996 as a cadet and thereafter held positions leading up to DPA/QSE manager ashore.

Capt. Panagiota takes over from Mr. Fotis Dalmyras, to whom “we are grateful for his dedication, leadership and services during his time and wish him the very best in his new plans and endeavors,” as the company says in its announcement.

“We are confident that her work ethic, decision-making skills and inspiring personality will preserve and promote the values and mission of our company, having the full support of Andriaki family,” the Greek tanker firm added.

Andriaki’s strategy is to see more women assume leadership roles at Greek maritime firms.