DNV Maritime press event highlights milestones and latest shipping insights and guidances
Piraeus, 6 March, 2025: DNV Maritime was pleased to welcome members of the press to an event held in Piraeus, to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their Maritime Service Centre, new organization and strategic plans, alongside a raft of new reports dedicated to tackling the latest developments in the industry.
The event, hosted by George Teriakidis, Regional Manager, Southeast Europe, DNV Maritime, offered an inside look at DNV’s new regional structure and vision for the future. A highlight of the gathering was the announcement of the 25th anniversary of the Maritime Service Centre in Greece, presented by Dr. Isaias Loizos, Head of the Maritime Service Centre, who celebrated a quarter-century of delivering high-quality services to the industry.
Dr. Isaias Loizos, Head of the Maritime Service Centre
Speaking at the event, George Teriakidis emphasized the significance of the gathering: “Our industry is navigating an increasingly complex regulatory and operational environment. To support this transition, it is essential to foster open dialogue that can equip stakeholders with the knowledge that enables informed decision-making. At DNV, we are committed to empowering our partners, including the media, with reliable insights and practical solutions to help them find their bearings and stay ahead as our industry rapidly evolves.”
In addition, DNV experts presented insights from the latest DNV white papers and industry reports:
Lefteris Koukoulopoulos, Regional Decarbonization Exper
– Lefteris Koukoulopoulos, Regional Decarbonization Expert, presented DNV’s latest white paper on Energy Efficiency Measures & Technologies, which aims to help identify the best technologies for reducing fuel consumption through a comprehensive overview of energy-efficiency measures and technologies.
Leonidas Karystios, Global Fleet Technology Director, Gas Carriers & Regional Business Development Manager
– Leonidas Karystios, Global Fleet Technology Director, Gas Carriers & Regional Business Development Manager – looked at the new Biofuels in Shipping white paper, which provides guidance on biofuel use, trends in the market, and compliance in today’s regulatory environment.
Dr. Chara Georgopoulou, Head of Maritime R&D & Advisory Greece
– Dr. Chara Georgopoulou, Head of Maritime R&D & Advisory Greece, discussed the insights from the new Wind-Assisted Propulsion Systems (WAPS) report, which examines WAPS technologies, the regulations covering their use, their fuel saving potential, and a cost benefit analysis.
The event concluded with a networking session, providing attendees with the opportunity to exchange views and engage with DNV’s experts and management.
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