The iconic businessman and shipowner died at the age of 91 Vardis Vardinogiannis.

Vardis Vardinogiannis was born in the Diocese of Rethymnon, on December 4, 1933.

He was an oil tycoon and shipowner, founder of the Vardinogianni Group and considered one of the strongest actors in the Greek economy with his fortune valued at 2.7 billion. dollars.

He was included in the Lloyd’s list of the Most Influential People in Shipping and also in the Forbes list of the richest people in the world.

The announcement of the family

In a modest statement, the Vardinogiannis family says: “With deep sadness, the Vardi I. family. Vardinogianni announces that the beloved father and grandfather, Vardis I. Vardinogiannis, passed away today, Tuesday, November 12, 2024”.

The funeral procession and burial will take place in a close family circle.

Vardis Vardinogiannis

his wife, Marianna Vardinogiannidistinguished for her great philanthropic work, died on July 24, 2023 at the age of 86. Together with Vardis Vardinogiannis, they had five children: Giannis (1962), Christiana (1964), George (1967), Nikos (1974) and Vardianna (1976).