Polys Haji-Ioannou
Polys Haji-Ioannou | |
|---|---|
Πόλης Χατζιωάννου | |
| Born | 1960 (age 64–65) |
| Nationality | Cypriot |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Known for | Founder of Polyar Tankers; major shareholder of EasyJet |
| Spouse |
Rosemarie Zoudrou (m. 2001) |
| Children | 2 |
| Parent | Loucas Haji-Ioannou |
| Relatives | Stelios Haji-Ioannou (brother) Clelia Haji-Ioannou (sister) |
Polys Haji-Ioannou (born 1959/1960) is a Cypriot billionaire businessman, known for his shipping company Polyar Tankers and as a significant shareholder in the airline EasyJet, which was founded by his brother Stelios Haji-Ioannou.[1][2]
Early life and family
Haji-Ioannou was born in Cyprus to shipping magnate Loucas Haji-Ioannou (1927–2008), who built up a large shipping fleet beginning in the 1950s.[3] His siblings include Stelios Haji-Ioannou, the founder of EasyJet, and Clelia Haji-Ioannou.[4]
Career
Polyar Tankers
Haji-Ioannou is the founder and owner of Polyar Tankers, a shipping company established in the early 1990s. The company has managed a fleet of around 20 oil tanker vessels.[1][5]
EasyJet shareholding
Haji-Ioannou holds a significant stake in EasyJet, which was founded in 1995 by his brother Stelios. His stake in the company forms a large part of his personal fortune.[1] In 2013, he and his siblings sold a portion of their shares to protest EasyJet's expansion strategy.[6]
Safe Bulkers
Haji-Ioannou serves as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the dry bulk shipping company Safe Bulkers Inc., a position he has held since its 2008 listing on the New York Stock Exchange.[7][8] He is also the largest individual shareholder, holding approximately 27–28% of the company's outstanding shares, making Safe Bulkers effectively under his control.[9][10]
Net worth
As of 2023, Haji-Ioannou’s net worth was estimated at around US$1.1 billion, according to Forbes.[1] Other financial media, such as GoodReturns, have reported similar figures of US$1.2 billion.[11]
Personal life
In 2001, Haji-Ioannou married Rosemarie Zoudrou; they have two children and reside in Monaco.[1][12]
See also
References
- ^ a b c d e "Forbes profile: Polys Haji-Ioannou". Forbes. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Polys Haji-Ioannou – Net Worth, EasyJet, Yacht Esmeralda". SuperYachtFan. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Obituary: Loucas Haji-Ioannou". Financial Times. 21 July 2008. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Five Cypriots make the Forbes Billionaire list". Parikiaki. March 2016. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Polys Haji-Ioannou". LittleSis. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "EasyJet row as Stelios family sells shares in protest". The Guardian. 28 June 2013. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Cyprus-flagged vessel joins Safe Bulkers' growing fleet". Cyprus Mail. 24 April 2025. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Board of Directors – Safe Bulkers Inc". Safe Bulkers. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Safe Bulkers Inc.'s (NYSE:SB) largest shareholders". Yahoo Finance. 14 June 2024. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Safe Bulkers, Inc. CEO ownership". Simply Wall St. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Polys Haji-Ioannou Net Worth and Biography". GoodReturns. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Wedding bells ring for Polys and bride". TradeWinds. 6 July 2001. Retrieved 18 August 2025.