1st CSN Greece Shipping DebateNAVIGATING THE AEGEAN TIDES
About the Event
“Navigating the Aegean tides: Charting a course for Greek Shipping in a changing world”
CSN is excited to announce the launch of a new high-level event that will be happening yearly, ‘The 1st CSN Greece Shipping Debate’. The first debate is schedule to take place on Thursday 22nd May 2025 at the Piraeus Marine Club. The event will provide a platform for experts to debate these challenges with the participation of the audience hoping for discussion to be an engaging afternoon.
The Greek shipping industry, deeply rooted in history and tradition, faces a new era of complex challenges and opportunities. This debate, “Navigating the Aegean Tides”, will delve into the critical issues confronting Greek shipowners in 2025, focusing on the unique context of the Greek maritime sector while acknowledging global trends.
LIMITED SEATS
120
SPEAKERS
12
Panel 1
“Navigating Change: Geopolitics, Green Transition & Growth Strategies for Greek Shipping”
- Geopolitical shifts and their impact on Greek Shipping: How will the evolving geopolitical landscape, including regional instability and trade wars, specifically affect Greek shipping routes, cargo flows, and investment strategies?
- Decarbonisation and the future of Greek fleets: Beyond simply meeting regulatory requirements, how can Greek shipowners leverage decarbonisation as a competitive advantage? This includes the adoption of alternative fuels, retrofitting existing vessels, financing green technologies, and exploring potential new business models related to sustainable shipping.
- Financing the Future of Greek Shipping: Access to capital for fleet modernisation, technological upgrades, and sustainable initiatives is crucial. What are the prospects, and who are the key players in this financing landscape?
- The Role of Greek Shipping in the Global Maritime Landscape: Considering the historical strengths, current challenges, and prospects of Greek shipping, what is its strategic positioning in the global market? What are the opportunities for collaboration, consolidation, and/or innovation?
Moderator: Andreas Chrysostomou, CEO – Pivotal Step / Executive Director – Clean Shipping Alliance
Panellists:
– Anna Pittalis, Commercial Director, Head of Shipping & Trading – Intergaz Ltd / President – WISTA Cyprus
– Costas Delaportas, President & CEO – DryDel Shipping
– George Souravlas, CEO – Load Line Marine
– Vasilios Mouyis, Managing Director – Doric Shipbrokers
– John Cotzias, Projects & Finance – Xclusiv Shipbrokers Inc.
Panel 2
“Future-Proofing Greek Shipping: Innovation, Sustainability & Resilience in a New Era”
- Technology and Innovation in Greek Shipping: Latest technological advancements relevant to the Greek fleet, including digitalisation, automation, smart shipping solutions, and cybersecurity. How can Greek shipowners effectively adopt and integrate these technologies to improve efficiency, safety, and competitiveness?
- Charting the Path: Focusing on forward-looking strategies and technologies that can drive sustainable change.
- Sustainable Fuel Decarbonisation: Highlighting the importance of sustainable practices, including the circular economy, beyond theoretical and technical solutions.
- Achieving Zero Emissions: Discussing the ultimate goal of the industry and society, and examining regulatory, technological, operational, and sociological solutions.
- Proactive crisis management planning: How Greek shipowners can ensure they are prepared for a range of maritime emergencies, including salvage scenarios, by developing robust crisis management plans.
Moderator: Andreas Chrysostomou, CEO – Pivotal Step / Executive Director – Clean Shipping Alliance
Panellists:
– Anna Vourgos, Director – Aphentrica Insurance Brokers
– Dorothea Ioannou, CEO – The American P&I Club
– Panos Zachariadis, Technical Director – Atlantic Bulk Carriers Management
– Alexander Senteris, Compliance Manager- Emission Trading Systems – Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement
– Stamatis Fradelos, Vice President, Regulatory Affairs – ABS
Event Schedule
16:00
16:30
16:35
16:45
17:30
17:45
18:30
18:35
SPEAKERS
12
Managing Director - CSN
CEO - Pivotal Step / Executive Director - Clean Shipping Alliance
Commercial Director, Head of Shipping & Trading - Intergaz Ltd / President - WISTA Cyprus
President & CEO – DryDel Shipping
CEO - Load Line Marine
Co-Managing Director - Doric Shipbrokers
Projects & Finance - Xclusiv Shipbrokers Inc.
Chief Executive Officer - The American P&I Club
Technical Director - Atlantic Bulk Carriers Management
Director - Aphentrica Insurance Brokers
Compliance Manager- Emission Trading Systems - BSM
Media Gallery
Media Gallery
2nd CSN Cyprus Shipping Debate – “Bridging the energy gap”
Welcome by the organisers – Adonis Violaris, Managing Director – Cyprus Shipping News
2nd CSN Cyprus Shipping Debate – “Bridging the energy gap”
Keynote Speech – Marina Hadjimanolis, Shipping Deputy Minister – Shipping Deputy Ministry of Cyprus
2nd CSN Cyprus Shipping Debate “Bridging the Energy Gap” – Vasilopita Cutting sponsored by UW Group
2nd CSN Cyprus Shipping Debate “Bridging the Energy Gap”
Introduction by the Moderator – Eugen Adami, Managing Director – Mastermind Shipmanagement
2nd CSN Cyprus Shipping Debate “Bridging the Energy Gap” Panel 1 “How can Technology be a game changer to achieve zero emissions”
2nd CSN Cyprus Shipping Debate – “Bridging the energy gap” Panel 2 “Necessary actions by the industry to reach compliance”
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Piraeus Marine Club
51, Akti Miaouli, Piraeus
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