Capt. Eberhard Koch re-elected as President of the Cyprus Marine Club

Capt. Eberhard Koch has been re-elected and appointed as President of the Cyprus Marine Club, with the Club also electing its new Board of Directors.

According to a Club announcement, Capt. Eberhard Koch was re-elected President with 81,6 % of the valid votes and Julie Paczkowska was re-elected General Manager with 77,7 % of the valid votes.

Also, Loucas Hamatsos was re-elected Vice President, as was Elpida Kalathia. Barbara Loyal was also elected Vice President and Jan Meyering re-elected Vice President, as was Thrasos Tsangarides.

Athos Kleanthous was re-elected Treasurer and Miriam Berenz was elected as a Board Member.

Andreas Christophides was also elected as a Board Member, while Andreas Chrysostomou was re-elected as a Board Member. Michael Filippou was re-elected as a Board Member, as was Sunil Kapoor Sunil. Ester Toumpouris Ester was also elected as Board Member, and Anna Vourgos Anna re-elected as a Board Member.

The announcement of the new Board of Directors took place during the CMC Dinner Dance, held in the Ballroom of the Amara Hotel on Friday, 23 May.

A total of 150 Members and Guests joined the celebration, adding to the spirit of the event was a high-energy live performance by the band Time Surfers.

The President, Capt. E. Koch opened the meeting by announcing the presence of a quorum (71.2%), before presenting the Chairman’s Report, in which he outlined the Club’s recent developments, achievements, and strategic direction. He also highlighted the Club’s significant transition from a non-profit organisation to a non-profit company limited by guarantee, describing it as a pivotal structural milestone.

“There are truly no words to fully express how grateful I am that you placed your trust in us, and never doubted that the establishment of our new Club, as a non-profit company limited by guarantee, would be a step toward positive change. I sincerely thank you for that trust. Now, 364 days later, I stand before you with full confidence that this transformation has indeed been a change for the better,” he said.

Capt. Koch extended his warmest appreciation to all Members, Sponsors, and Board Members, reaffirming that they are the core pillars of C.M.C.L. – Cyprus Marine Club Limited. He emphasised that maintaining open lines of communication among these pillars—Sponsors, Members, and the Board of Directors—is not only a priority, but a necessity for the Club’s continued strength and cohesion.

He further reported that the Club currently consists of 155 Members, including 96 Corporate Members and 59 Individual Members, collectively representing 372 cardholders.

Capt. Koch also acknowledged the contributions of the membership with the following words, “Some members contribute sparingly, others generously. Some offer their support quietly, others with a strong and visible presence. Some are hands-on, while others bring forward plans and ideas. Each and every one of you—without exception—is contributing to making CMCL impactful and relevant in Cyprus shipping, one of the most resilient industries we know.”

He concluded his report by reassuring members that no shortcuts are ever taken, as the Club takes great pride in its reputation for quality, meaningful activity, and genuine hospitality.

The General Manager, Julia Paczkowska, proceeded with the remaining points on the agenda, including the Election of the Board of Directors. She thanked all candidates for their willingness to serve, noting their eagerness and dedication to shaping the shared future of C.M.C.L.

“Receiving so many candidacies is a clear sign of how vibrant and engaged our Club’s community truly is,” Paczkowska remarked.