Events

On September 18, the Alpha Navigation team attended the First-Year Cadets’ Ceremony at the National University “Odesa Maritime Academy” (NUOMA). This year, around 700 students have started their studies at the Academy, including about 500 first-year students and 200 master’s students.

The ceremony brought together students, university representatives and guests from the maritime industry. Among the invited guests was Serhii Hrynevetskyi, a Member of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, who addressed the new cadets with words of support and encouragement.

Alpha Navigation was happy to take part in the Crew Safety and Engagement Forum hosted by our partners, Swire Group, in Istanbul on September 8-9.

We were pleased to welcome our long-standing partners from Portline Bulk International to our Alpha Navigation Batumi office. Filipa Abecasis, Crewing Manager, and Mariana Alves, Crewing Officer, joined us for a two-day visit, where we discussed our ongoing cooperation, exchanged ideas, and caught up with our team.

 Today is a special day for all of us at Alpha Navigation as we celebrate 29 years since the company was founded! 

Alpha Navigation was honored to take part in the ceremonial event dedicated to the 15th anniversary of Kherson State Maritime Academy (KSMA) in its academy status and the upcoming Day of Workers of Maritime and River Transport of Ukraine.

On June 25th, the Maritime Transport Agency and Batumi State Maritime Academy co-organized a special Seafarers' Day celebration in Batumi, Georgia – uniting maritime professionals, cadets, and government officials to honor those who dedicate their lives to the sea.

Alpha Navigation is pleased to take part in the Portline Seminar 2026, organized by Portline Bulk International and bringing together maritime professionals, vessel officers, and shore-based teams. The event focused on key topics such as safety, operations, regulations, and future industry developments.

Odesa National Maritime Academy recently welcomed representatives of Alpha Navigation, including Julia Makarova and Victoria Chebatarova, for a meeting with the Academy’s leadership and members of the maritime industry.The discussion focused on the future of maritime education in Ukraine, cadet sea practice, and the importance of giving young seafarers real opportunities to begin their careers at sea.

On March 20, Alpha Navigation continued its long-standing commitment to engaging with young talent through an in-person session at Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University. The company’s Founder and President, Bogdan Zelenski, met with students from various faculties to share insights into professional growth, leadership, and the demands of today’s global job market.

 
At the end of the year, we would like to take a moment to reflect on the journey we have shared and to thank everyone who has been part of it.

Throughout the year, our seafarers have shown professionalism, resilience, and strength at sea. Whether sailing, in port, or on the way home, please know that your work, commitment, and trust are deeply valued. We are proud to support you and to stand by you in your careers.

At Alpha Navigation, engaging with young professionals has become a tradition. Our Founder and President, Bogdan Zelenski, regularly speaks at Batumi State University, meeting with students from all faculties to discuss careers, leadership, and the realities of global industries. In the latest session, the discussion focused on:

 On this special day of gratitude, we would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to everyone who forms part of the Alpha Navigation family.