On 11 November 2018, the Crude Oil Tanker "ATINA" (GRT 83,377 - DWT 159,500), laden with 135,500 tonnes of crude oil, immobilised due to main engine problem between Kos and Astypalaia Islands, Aegean Sea, Greece. On 29 November the operation was successfully completed.

On 7 October 2018, the Container Ship "CSL VIRGINIA" (GRT 54,592 - DWT 66,644), whilst anchored north of Cap Corse, northern Corsica peninsula, in ballast condition, was allided by the Tunisian Ferry "ULYSSE" (GRT 17,907) which was en route from Genoa, Italy to Tunis, Tunisia. The "CSL VIRGINIA" suffered substantial damage (several meters hull breach by way of her starboard side at hold No.3) . Oil pollution from bunkers occurred in the area. The succesful operation lasted three weeks.

The International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA) Annual Convention 2018, took place on 6-8 November 2018 in Copenhagen.
IBIA's Annual Convention is one of the top Bunker/Shipping events in the industry, held annually in different countries around the world, with highly acclaimed speakers, sponsors and delegates.
Mr George Tsavliris participated as speaker in two panels.

On 2 November 2018, the Bulk Carrier "PAOLA BOTTIGLIERI'' (GRT 51,250 - DWT 93,260), fully laden with grain, immobilized due to loss of starboard anchor at San Lorenzo roads (KM 457), Argentina.
The T/B "COOPOR ESTIBADOR" (5,500 BHP – 60 TBP) was deployed by Tsavliris from San Lorenzo to provide standby and escorting services to Recalada, Argentina as per the Coastguard regulations. All necessary services were performed and the operation was completed on 6 November.

The "8th Annual Operational Excellence in Shipping Forum" took place on 30 October 2018 in Athens. The Forum explored the Best Industry Practices across all major areas such as fleet management, technological innovation, crewing, energy efficiency and the environment, safety & security.
Mr George Tsavliris participated as speaker at the Maritime Education panel.