Who we are
Diana Shipping Services S.A. is a wholly owned company of Diana Shipping Inc., specializing in shipmanagement services to a fleet of drybulk vessels owned by our parent company. We prioritize integrity and excellence in our operations and governance, while placing our people and partners at the center of everything we do, to create a thriving, financially strong company.
For 52 years, our legacy of creating value with purpose defines us. Guided by authenticity, curiosity, trustworthiness, and a "doer" spirit, we build for a sustainable future. Backed by the financial strength of our holding company, we turn vision into action with lasting impact.
Ioannis Zafirakis
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
Our Purpose
We are a team that consciously creates and builds value for a sustainable future. Driven by our core values and our focus on our own people and the skills they require to thrive, we prioritize integrity and excellence in everything we do.
Our Culture
Our unique culture is rooted in our commitment to our purpose and driven by our core values—being true, curious, trustworthy, and doers—we prioritize integrity and excellence in everything we do. Embarking on this fascinating journey, we are constantly looking ahead to the next 50 years of Diana Shipping Services S.A. This journey is characterized by continuous growth, innovation, and a dedication to the well-being and development of our people, our greatest asset.
The Story of Diana Shipping Services S.A.
Founding Year of Diana Shipping Agencies S.A.
Purchase of first Car/Bulker "ELMONA"
Purchase of first reefers "CHIOS CLIPPER" & "CHIOS PRIDE"
Purchase of first oil tanker m/t "URANIA"
Delivery of first newbuilding bulk carrier "C.A. MARGARONIS"
Diana Shipping Services S.A. was formed
First joint venture with M. Hass.
Purchase of "Maple" & 6 other vessels
Purchase of first MPP containership vessel m/v "TARGA"
Delivery of first pure containership vessel m/v "SEMIRA"
Delivery of box shape open hatch bulkers "PINE" & "CEDAR"
Delivery of first Panamax bulk carrier in company's history m/v "NIREFS"
Our holding company, Diana Shipping Inc., rings the bell at the NYSE to celebrate its IPO.
Delivery of first very large bulk carrier m/v "LOS ANGELES"
Diana Shipping Inc. owned the largest fleet in its history of 51 dry bulk carrier vessels.
Mrs. Semiramis Paliou has served as the CEO of Diana Shipping Services S.A. since 2021.
Honoring Excellence, Inspiring Success
We are proud to have received the prestigious Gold Environment Leader Award at the 2024 ESG Shipping Awards in Athens. This recognition underscores our unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship, a fundamental pillar of our ESG strategy.
Read more: Gold Environment Leader Award - 2024 ESG Shipping Awards
At the 2024 ESG Shipping Awards, we were honored with the Gold Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Leader Award. This prestigious recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to supporting and protecting our people, a fundamental aspect of our sustainability strategy.
It is with great pride that we share Diana Shipping Inc., under the leadership of our CEO, Mrs. Semiramis Paliou, has been honored as the Dry Cargo Company of the Year at the 2023 Lloyd’s List Greek Shipping Awards. The award was received by our founder, Mr. Simeon Palios, and recognizes our holding company’s financial strength, visionary strategic investments and operational excellence.
Read more: Supporting Strategic Growth: A Key Contributor to Diana Shipping Inc.'s Success