The article highlights four key areas where the DPO creates measurable business value:-Trust & Competitive Advantage: A well-positioned DPO strengthens credibility in tenders and procurement processes.-Sanction Avoidance & Reputation Management: Beyond regulatory fines, DPOs protect the company’s public image and financial standing.-Data Breach Prevention: DPO-led governance reduces cybersecurity risk and incident-related costs.-Operational Efficiency: Streamlined data practices lead to significant cost savings and smarter internal processes.In today’s AI-driven, data-reliant economy, the DPO is not just a compliance officer — but a critical asset for sustainable growth and strategic positioning. Read...Read More

  We are pleased to have acted as legal advisors to Piraeus Bank in the structuring and execution of a cross-border shipping finance facility involving Piraeus Bank and Vista Leasing IFN (Romania) SA, in support of vessel operations across multiple jurisdictions.The transaction featured multi-jurisdictional structuring, the use of standardised finance documentation in line with international market practice, and robust financial collateral and security arrangements, ensuring enforceability, operational efficiency, and alignment with broader capital markets infrastructure.This deal underscores both the continued strength of Greece’s maritime finance sector and the expanding financial...Read More