Maritime Startup Vsltec Appoints Manos Koukouvios as Chief Operating Officer

Vsltec, a forward-thinking maritime technology startup based in Greece that is transforming how shipping companies book and manage services, proudly announces the appointment of Manos Koukouvios as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO).

Remote Work in Shipping: Navigating Calm Waters or Heading into Fog?

Iakovos ( jack ) Archontakis

Commercial Director

TMC SHIPPING ( as agents only )

Remote work has sailed smoothly into many industries, but in shipping — where timing, teamwork, and real-world judgment are the rudder — it faces headwinds.

Practical guide for approval of ammonia- or hydrogen-fuelled ships

As the maritime industry moves towards zero-emission operations, ammonia and hydrogen are gradually emerging as suitable ship fuels due to their carbon-free emissions.

“Learning to work successfully by developing a growth mind-set”

Project Connect, committed to offering opportunities of work experience in the shipping industry to Greece's youth, held its 10th youth empowerment professional self-development workshop called WORK-SHIP, a full-day event at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center in Athens, Greece, on Saturday, April 26th. Over 100 youth, aged 17 to 29, attended, eager to learn how to gain work experience and what to expect from it.

In dry bulk shipping, seasonal cycles often play a significant role in shaping rate behavior

In dry bulk shipping, seasonal cycles often play a significant role in shaping rate behavior. The period between April and May, in particular, is frequently viewed as a transition phase—sandwiched between the winter-driven energy demand and the agricultural and industrial uptick of summer.

PPA S.A.: Arrival of first COSCO SHIPPING vehicle carrier at the Port of Piraeus

The Port of Piraeus took a significant step in expanding its role as a key vehicle transshipment hub in the Eastern Mediterranean with the arrival of the MV COSCO SHENG SHI, from COSCO Shipping Car Carriers to call at the Greek port, marking the launch of a new regular monthly service by China’s largest maritime vehicle transport provider.