The schizophrenic state of freight markets, with tanker operators booming and dry bulk players struggling, is starkly reflected in the diverging paths Greek owners have taken this year.

Tanker major Captain Panagiotis Tsakos is tirelessly working the Athens conference and gala circuit in brilliant mood as he watches listed outfit Tsakos Energy Navigation (TEN), in which the family are big shareholders, hauling in record profits.

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