BIMCO has elected Paul Pathy, President & CEO of Canada’s largest dry bulk shipping company, Fednav, as President.
As announced, Paul Pathy was elected at the organisation’s general meeting in Copenhagen on Wednesday 14 May 2025. Pathy takes over as the 47th President and is the first BIMCO President from the Americas. He is taking over from Nikolaus H. Schües who is finishing his two-year term.
I am honoured to take on the role of President at BIMCO. Our industry faces significant challenges, and I am committed to raising awareness about the invaluable contributions of the shipping industry and seafarers,” says Pathy. We are at a critical juncture where free trade is under threat and geopolitical tensions are escalating. It is crucial that we support our industry, ensure the safety of our seafarers and facilitate a global marketplace.
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Pathy takes over after a two-year period as President Designate. At the general meeting, BIMCO Vice-President and Board Member, Ioanna Procopiou of Prominence Maritime SA, was elected as President Designate.
