Island Oil is pleased to announce that it was awarded the Silver Award in the Social Leader category at the ESG Shipping Awards International 2026, which took place during the annual gala ceremony and awards dinner on Friday, 15 May 2026, in Athens.
The ceremony brought together more than 400 maritime companies and industry stakeholders from across the global shipping sector, reflecting the continued acceleration of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) transformation within the maritime industry.
Now in its fourth consecutive year in Athens, the Awards received a record number of nearly 300 entries, with more than half submitted by international shipping companies representing all continents, further confirming the growing global momentum behind ESG adoption and responsible shipping practices.
Within this highly competitive international environment, Island Oil was recognised for its strong and consistent commitment to advancing social responsibility across its operations. The Social Leader category highlights organisations that demonstrate measurable impact in areas such as employee wellbeing, safety culture, inclusion, and community engagement.
Island Oil’s recognition reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to fostering a people-focused and responsible working environment both onshore and at sea. During the past year, the company introduced a series of initiatives aimed at enhancing employee wellbeing, strengthening support mechanisms, promoting professional development, and improving quality of life for seafarers.
Collectively, these initiatives demonstrate Island Oil’s structured and practical approach to social sustainability, reinforcing its long-term commitment to people, wellbeing, and responsible growth across its operations.
The award was presented to Mr. Demetris Lemesianos, Chief Governance Officer (CGO) of Island Oil, in recognition of the company’s continued efforts to embed social responsibility and ethical governance into its operational and strategic framework.
Island Oil extends its appreciation for this distinction, which reflects the dedication of its people and its ongoing commitment to strengthening its ESG strategy and contributing to a more sustainable future for the global shipping and energy sectors.
