Is the Greece flag safe for seafarers?

The Greece flag holds a strong port-state-control (PSC) reputation across both Paris MoU and Tokyo MoU regimes. It has ratified MLC 2006, which gives seafarers the international right to inspection and complaint. A safer flag does not mean every vessel is safe — operator + classification society still drive day-to-day conditions.

Has Greece ratified the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006)?

Yes — Greece has ratified MLC 2006 (ratified 2013). Seafarers serving on Greece-flagged vessels are entitled to make MLC complaints through the flag administration, port state, or seafarer welfare organisations such as the ITF.

How do I file a complaint against a Greece-flagged vessel or operator?

Complaints can be lodged with the Hellenic Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Island Policy via their official complaint procedure. Under MLC 2006, complaints may also be lodged with the port-state authority of any MLC-ratified port. The ITF and seafarer welfare organisations (Mission to Seafarers, Stella Maris, Sailors' Society) can advocate on your behalf. Keep contract, wage records, and seaman's book ready.

What port-state-control rating does Greece have?

Paris MoU rating: white. Tokyo MoU rating: white. PSC ratings classify flags by inspection and detention history. White / low-risk flags face fewer PSC inspections; black / high-risk flags face more frequent inspection and a higher detention rate.

Is Greece on the ITF Flag of Convenience (FoC) list?

No — Greece is not currently on the ITF Flag of Convenience list. Seafarers retain general ITF-channel access for advocacy and abandonment response regardless of FoC status.

🇬🇷 Greece

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Regulatory

MLC 2006: ratified (2013-01-10)
Paris MoU rating: white
Tokyo MoU rating: white
USCG Qualship 21: not listed
ITF FoC: not listed

Registry

Vessel count: 1,400
Deadweight: 52
Administration: Hellenic Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Island Policy
File a complaint: Official form

World's largest ship-owning nation by tonnage; Greek owners favor foreign flags

Compliance history

Tokyo MoU
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ILO NORMLEX
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Ratifications of ILO conventions: Ratifications for

Country context

Population: 10,413,962 (2025)
GDP per capita: $26,948 (2025)
Income group: High income
Region: Europe & Central Asia

Source: World Bank Open Data.

What this means for seafarers

MLC 2006: This flag has ratified MLC 2006. Vessels must hold a valid Maritime Labour Certificate + DMLC Part II posted onboard. You can file an MLC complaint via the flag administration.
Port-state-control profile: high-performing flag — fewer detentions on average. Read about PSC regimes →
STCW: Party to STCW. Verify a CoC issued under this flag at the flag's verification portal.

Reference

III Code — the IMO flag-state audit scheme measuring implementation of IMO instruments.
Port state control — how Greece-flagged ships are inspected + detained in foreign ports.
Minimum safe manning — the SOLAS V/14 basis for Greece's manning documents.
Marine cyber incidents — case studies + the IACS UR E26/E27 cyber-resilience regime.

Verification & complaint routes

STCW CoC verification: https://www.hcg.gr

Ships flying Greece

Costamare Konstantinos · IMO 9537178 · Container
Euroseas Akinada Bridge · IMO 9670558 · Container
Blue Star Naxos · IMO 9241786 · ferry

Companies headquartered in Greece

Costamare Inc. · operator
Euroseas Ltd. · operator
Star Bulk Carriers Corp. · operator
Navios Maritime Holdings Inc. · operator
Hellenic Post · operator
Hellenic Train · operator
Angelicoussis Group · owner
Anangel Maritime Services · operator
Maran Tankers Management · operator
Maran Gas Maritime · operator

Ports in Greece

All ports in Greece →

Greece flag: FAQ

Is the Greece flag safe for seafarers?: The Greece flag holds a strong port-state-control (PSC) reputation across both Paris MoU and Tokyo MoU regimes. It has ratified MLC 2006, which gives seafarers the international right to inspection and complaint. A safer flag does not mean every vessel is safe — operator + classification society still drive day-to-day conditions.
Has Greece ratified the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006)?: Yes — Greece has ratified MLC 2006 (ratified 2013). Seafarers serving on Greece-flagged vessels are entitled to make MLC complaints through the flag administration, port state, or seafarer welfare organisations such as the ITF.
How do I file a complaint against a Greece-flagged vessel or operator?: Complaints can be lodged with the Hellenic Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Island Policy via their official complaint procedure. Under MLC 2006, complaints may also be lodged with the port-state authority of any MLC-ratified port. The ITF and seafarer welfare organisations (Mission to Seafarers, Stella Maris, Sailors' Society) can advocate on your behalf. Keep contract, wage records, and seaman's book ready.
What port-state-control rating does Greece have?: Paris MoU rating: white. Tokyo MoU rating: white. PSC ratings classify flags by inspection and detention history. White / low-risk flags face fewer PSC inspections; black / high-risk flags face more frequent inspection and a higher detention rate.
Is Greece on the ITF Flag of Convenience (FoC) list?: No — Greece is not currently on the ITF Flag of Convenience list. Seafarers retain general ITF-channel access for advocacy and abandonment response regardless of FoC status.

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