Mintra Strengthens SQLearn Acquisition with Appointment of Vassilios Demetriades as Global Ambassador

Kevin Short CEO of Mintra

Mintra, a global leader in digital learning and workforce management solutions for the maritime and energy industries, today announced the appointment of Vassilios Demetriades as Global Ambassador, with a strategic focus on the Greek market. The appointment follows Mintra’s recent acquisition of SQLearn and marks a key step in strengthening SQLearn’s position within the Mintra group and in the global maritime training landscape.

The integration of SQLearn into Mintra brings together two established digital learning providers, combining Mintra’s global scale and technology platform with SQLearn’s strong reputation and deep-rooted presence in the Greek maritime market. This strengthens SQLearn’s ability to operate within the Mintra group while extending Mintra’s reach in one of the world’s most influential shipping regions.

In his role, Mr Demetriades will support the international growth of SQLearn’s solutions under the Mintra brand. Working closely with shipowners, operators, training institutions, and industry stakeholders, he will promote advanced digital learning, competence, and compliance solutions tailored to the needs of the Greek market and the global shipping community.

Mr Demetriades brings 27 years of experience in global shipping, including service as Deputy Minister of Shipping of the Republic of Cyprus, where he was actively involved in maritime policy, regulatory affairs, and international shipping relations at both the EU and global levels. His appointment underscores Mintra’s commitment to combining strong technology platforms with deep industry and regulatory expertise.

“The acquisition of SQLearn represents a significant expansion of Mintra’s capabilities,” said Kevin Short, CEO of Mintra. “By appointing Vassilios Demetriades as Global Ambassador, we are further strengthening SQLearn’s role within the group and ensuring closer alignment with the Greek maritime market.”

Commenting on his appointment, Mr Demetriades said: “The integration of SQLearn into Mintra creates a stronger, more comprehensive digital learning platform for the maritime industry. I am pleased to support this next phase of development by helping deepen engagement with the Greek shipping community and reinforcing SQLearn’s value as part of the Mintra group.”

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