Greek Maritime Forum

Athens, Greece May 25–26, 2027
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The Global Meeting Point for the Maritime Industry
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Connecting Maritime Decision-Makers

Meet the professionals shaping the maritime industry

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Panel Discussions

Ideas. Insights. Impact.

12 Strategic Discussions Shaping the Next Chapter of Maritime

01

PANEL DISCUSSION

Decarbonization Rules & Reality: IMO Pathways, Compliance & Competitive Impact

02

PANEL DISCUSSION

The Alternative Fuels Reality Check: Availability, Safety, Costs & Readiness

03

PANEL DISCUSSION

Sustainable Maritime Technologies: From Efficiency to Breakthrough Innovation

04

PANEL DISCUSSION

Cybersecurity in a Connected Maritime World: Protecting Vessels, Ports & Data

05

PANEL DISCUSSION

Crew Wellbeing & Engagement: Building a Human-Centered Maritime Industry

06

PANEL DISCUSSION

Biggest Win & Biggest Mistake: Lessons From Maritime Leaders

07

PANEL DISCUSSION

Maritime Digital Transformation: Governance, Adoption and Real ROI

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PANEL DISCUSSION

The AI-Enabled Fleet: Use Cases, Governance and Real Results

09

PANEL DISCUSSION

Optimizing the Maritime Supply Chain: Procurement, Logistics & Operational Excellence

10

PANEL DISCUSSION

Crew Skills for the Next Fleet: Upskilling for Digital, Safety & New Technologies

11

PANEL DISCUSSION

The Road to Autonomous Vessels: Technology and Commercial Reality

12

PANEL DISCUSSION

Decarbonizing Ports & Harbors: Shore Power, Port Technology & Operations

Presenting the Venue

Wyndham Grand Athens

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Two days. One destination. Endless opportunities to connect.

In the heart of Athens, Wyndham Grand Athens provides the setting for Greek Maritime Forum 2027, bringing maritime leaders, innovators and decision-makers together for two days of insightful discussions, valuable connections and new business opportunities.

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Venue Address

2 Megalou Alexandrou Street, 10437 Athens, Greece

Venue Location

GLOBAL GATEWAY TO MARITIME BUSINESS

800 ATTENDEES
350 BUYERS
DECARBONISATION
SUSTAINABILITY
DIGITALISATION
AI
CREW
SAFETY
MAINTENANCE
SHIP REPAIR
SHIP BUILDING

GET CONNECTED. EXPAND YOUR BUSINESS

Among Current and Previous Attendees

Among Current and Previous Speakers

Mufit Aslan

CEO at Seltas Shipyard

Dimitris Charisoglou

Regional Marketing Manager at Seltas Shipyard

Mikael J. Karlsson

Head of Business Development at Northern Marine Group

Thomas Klenum

Executive Vice President, Innovation & Regulatory Affairs at LISCR

Irene Rosberg

Programme Director at Copenhagen Business School

Zois Dagkaris

MD & Technical Director | Tankers at NSB Group

Jon Stewart

President at International Maritime Technology Consultants

Tommaso Spanevello

Head of European Affairs at Haropa Port

Oistein Jensen

Chief Sustainability Officer at Odfjell SE

Gregory Spourdalakis

Managing Director at Columbia Shipmanagement Greece

Cagatay Isbilen

General Manager at EMA Ship Management

Sunil Kapoor

Partner and COO at Österreichischer Lloyd Seereederei (Cyprus)

Barbara Loyal

Joint CEO at ESM Esmeralda Shipmanagement

Eva Rodriguez

Global Director Marine People Development & Welfare at Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement

Ugur Demir

Global Crewing, Head of Crewing Mediterranean (Director) at DFDS

Omer Bayar

Technical Director / Business Unit Director at Harren Group

Dionysios Vourtsanis

Operations Director at Lavinia Corp

Filippos Venetopoulos

Executive Chairman at Variety Cruises

Kyriakos Mahos

HSQE & Energy Efficiency Director at Levante Ferries M.C.

Topics

01 The New Rules of Decarbonization
  • What upcoming IMO and regional regulation really means for shipowners;
  • Turning compliance into competitive advantage;
  • Managing carbon costs without losing operational flexibility;
  • Preparing fleets for the next wave of emissions requirements;
  • Making smarter investment decisions under regulatory pressure.
02 Fueling the Future
  • Which fuels are actually ready for large-scale maritime use;
  • LNG, methanol, ammonia, biofuels and emerging alternatives;
  • Availability, infrastructure and bunkering challenges;
  • Safety, storage and onboard handling;
  • Understanding real lifecycle cost and emissions impact.
03 Greener Ships, Smarter Technology
  • Technologies delivering real fuel and emissions savings;
  • Energy-saving devices, propulsion upgrades and hull optimization;
  • Wind-assisted propulsion, electrification and hybrid systems;
  • Retrofit opportunities for existing fleets;
  • From pilot projects to proven fleet-wide solutions.
04 Defending the Digital Ship
  • Protecting vessels from cyber threats;
  • Securing ship-to-shore connectivity and operational technology;
  • Managing third-party and supply-chain cyber risk;
  • Preparing for cyber incidents and operational disruption;
  • Building a strong cybersecurity culture onboard and ashore.
05 Putting People Back at the Center
  • Improving seafarer wellbeing and engagement;
  • Mental health, fatigue and life onboard;
  • Strengthening leadership and onboard culture;
  • Retaining experienced crew in a competitive market;
  • Building a more human-centered maritime workplace.
06 From Data to Decisions
  • Turning fleet data into better operational decisions;
  • Digital twins, remote monitoring and predictive maintenance;
  • Connecting ship and shore systems;
  • Overcoming technology adoption barriers;
  • Measuring the real ROI of digital transformation.
07 AI Goes to Sea
  • Where AI is already delivering value;
  • AI for fleet performance, maintenance and voyage optimization;
  • Predictive analytics and anomaly detection;
  • Improving safety and operational planning with AI;
  • Moving from experimentation to scalable implementation.
08 Reinventing Maritime Procurement
  • Smarter sourcing and supplier management;
  • Digital procurement platforms and automation;
  • Spare parts, inventory and logistics optimization;
  • Building resilient maritime supply chains;
  • Reducing cost without compromising reliability.
09 Ready for the Next-Generation Crew
  • Skills needed for digital and automated vessels;
  • Training for alternative fuels and new technologies;
  • Upskilling and reskilling the maritime workforce;
  • Simulation, VR and digital learning;
  • Preparing seafarers for changing onboard roles.
10 How Close Are We to Autonomous Shipping?
  • The technologies driving vessel autonomy;
  • Remote operations and shore control centers;
  • Smart navigation and sensor integration;
  • Regulation, liability and safety;
  • Where autonomy makes commercial sense today.
11 Ports of the Future
  • Shore power and port electrification;
  • Smarter and faster port calls;
  • Alternative-fuel infrastructure;
  • Digital berth and terminal operations;
  • Cutting emissions across port and harbor activities.
12 Wins, Failures & Hard Lessons
  • What the industry learned from its biggest successes;
  • Decisions that did not go as planned;
  • Turning failure into stronger strategy;
  • Managing risk in innovation and transformation;
  • Lessons leaders wish they had learned earlier.
13 Building the Next Generation of Ships
  • How shipyards are responding to changing owner requirements;
  • Designing vessels for lower emissions, new fuels and future regulations;
  • Smarter shipbuilding through automation, digital engineering and modular construction;
  • Managing cost, quality and delivery pressure in newbuilding projects;
  • The role of alternative propulsion and future-ready vessel design;
  • Strengthening cooperation between shipowners, shipyards and technology suppliers.
14 The Future of Cruise
  • Decarbonizing cruise operations without compromising the guest experience;
  • New fuels, shore power and energy-efficiency technologies for cruise fleets;
  • Digitalization and smarter onboard operations;
  • Sustainable destination and port partnerships;
  • Managing waste, water, emissions and environmental impact;
  • Designing the next generation of cruise ships and onboard experiences.

Exhibit

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One of the most effective ways to meet maritime decision-makers, build valuable business relationships, and showcase your company at Greek Maritime Forum 2027.

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DIRECT BUSINESS MEETINGS Meet selected maritime decision-makers face to face. We facilitate direct business meetings with your pre-selected attendees right at your exhibition stand, helping you connect with relevant companies and buyers.
BRAND VISIBILITY Position your company in front of maritime industry buyers. Your exhibition stand creates a visible physical presence throughout the event, helping attendees discover and remember your company, products, and maritime solutions.
MATCHMAKING APP Make networking more efficient before and during the event. Identify relevant attendees, arrange meetings in advance, and maximize your networking opportunities during Greek Maritime Forum 2027.
FULLY PREPARED STAND Your exhibition space is prepared by the organizer. Arrive ready to do business with an exhibition stand equipped with a table, chairs, and banner, without the hassle of organizing the basic setup.
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  • Speaker profile featured on the event website and LinkedIn
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  • Discussion in a panel
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  • Invitation to the Cocktail Party
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  • Panelist profile featured on the event website and LinkedIn

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    About the Event

    The Greek Maritime Forum is a two-day, senior-level gathering that brings together key decision-makers from across the maritime ecosystem. Participants span a wide range of sectors, including shipowners, ship managers, shipbuilders, shipyards, ports, service and technology providers, as well as regulators, government authorities, industry associations, classification societies, and other influential stakeholders.

    Designed for maximum impact, the event combines a high-level conference with a dedicated exhibition space. This structure enables attendees to gain insight into the latest industry developments and emerging trends, while also creating valuable opportunities to connect directly with leading decision-makers.

    Organized by the renowned maritime networking specialist Marensia Group, the much-anticipated Greek Maritime Forum stands out as a must-attend event for anyone active in maritime business within Greece and the wider international market.

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    About the Organizer

    Marensia Group is dedicated to creating high-level maritime industry events that bring together professionals, decision-makers and innovators from across the global maritime sector.

    Combining strong industry knowledge with commercial expertise, Marensia Group develops platforms designed to encourage networking, knowledge sharing, business development and strategic collaboration. Every event is carefully organized with a strong focus on quality, professionalism and execution to ensure valuable experiences for exhibitors, sponsors, speakers and attendees alike.

    Working closely with industry partners and stakeholders, Marensia Group aims to deliver conferences and exhibitions that support innovation and strengthen connections across the maritime value chain.

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