Athens, Greece – 20 March 2026 Laskaridis Shipping has signed a Joint Development Project (JDP) agreement with bound4blue and Bureau Veritas to assess the integration of eSAILs® across its fleet. The agreement was signed on Wednesday, 18 March at the premises of Laskaridis Shipping in Athens, in the presence of representatives from the participating organisations. […]
At OCEANKING, we were pleased to participate once again in the Greener Shipping Summit, organized by Newsfront / Naftiliaki under the auspices of MARTECMA. This year’s Summit brought together more than 700 professionals from across the maritime sector, sparking engaging discussions on practical pathways, technologies, and innovations shaping the future of greener shipping. Understanding the […]
At the European Shortsea Network Summit 2025 in Athens, organized by the Shortsea Promotion Centre (SPC) Greece, OCEANKING’s General Manager, Carola Yannouli, participated in the session “Financing the Green Transition: Meeting Innovation and Technology Demands”. She shared insights on the green transition in shortsea shipping, highlighting the challenges faced by smaller operators and the practical […]
We are very excited to announce our new partnership with Burckhardt Compression, a recognized provider of advanced reciprocating cryogenic compressor systems, known for their reliability, innovation, and extensive support network. The partnership was officially sealed last week at Gastech 2025 in Milan, the world’s leading exhibition and conference for natural gas, LNG, hydrogen, climate technologies, […]
At the recent Hellenic Shipbrokers Association conference, industry experts gathered to discuss the growing impact of environmental regulations on shipping markets, focusing on balancing compliance, competitiveness, and cost. The panel, moderated by Martin Crawford–Brunt, Baltic Exchange Carbon Lead, featured key voices including Angeliki Malathrona (Redshaw Advisors), Lefteris Koukoulopoulos (DNV), Stefanos Fragkos (Allied Shipbroking), and Carola […]
At the 17th annual Efkranti Awards, OCEANKING had the honour of participating for the first time as an award presenter, recognizing contributions to the Greek shipping industry and celebrating excellence in maritime thought. With a 36-year history of supporting the maritime community, OCEANKING was proud to present the newly established award “Erchometha Pros ti Thalassan” […]
On Saturday, May 24th, OCEANKING held its Annual Company Conference, bringing together team members from across the organization for a day of connection, collaboration, and shared vision. The event served as a valuable opportunity to reflect on our achievements, align on strategic goals, and celebrate the progress we’ve made as a team. From departmental highlights […]
On May 22nd, OCEANKING and bound4blue co-hosted the Technical Dialogue on Design, Class and Results of Wind-Assisted Propulsion—an insightful event that brought together shipping professionals, technology providers, and classification experts to explore the implementation and performance of wind-assisted propulsion systems. The event offered a deep dive into the design, classification, and real-world performance of wind-assisted […]
OCEANKING was proud to participate as a sponsor in the 10th Anniversary Scholarship Program of EENMA – the Hellenic Shortsea Shipowners Association. The program was established in 2015 with the goal of supporting young people who choose a professional path in the shipping industry by offering them the opportunity to study at Greece’s top maritime […]
A highly productive and insightful technical meeting was recently held in Athens Marriott, bringing together Hyundai Electric and Oceanking to showcase Hyundai Electric’s latest innovations in marine technology. The meeting highlighted three major technological advancements: the Shaft Generator, the Intelligent Motor Control Unit (IMCU), and the Intelligent Preventive Diagnosis System (Hi-PDS). Opening remarks emphasized the […]
Last week, OCEANKING, in collaboration with PRES-VAC, proudly hosted a hands-on training workshop at the Marriott Hotel in Athens. Bringing together technicians, crews, and engineers, the workshop focused on the intricacies of pressure/vacuum valve technology. Participants engaged in a comprehensive program that blended theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice. Key highlights included: Dual-fuel solutions and regulatory […]
Stone Marine Propulsion, founded in the 1830s, is a global leader in advanced propeller technology. As part of Langham Industries and based in the UK, it remains the only propeller manufacturer worldwide to offer a complete range of propellers for all vessel types. Their high-performance propellers serve ships across sectors, including Container ships, Bulk carriers, […]
In our effort to provide a wide range of solutions supporting the Greek maritime industry, we are excited to announce that we have entered into a partnership with CR Ocean Engineering (CROE), a renowned leader in the field of marine exhaust gas cleaning systems, specializing in the treatment of SO₂ emissions. CR Ocean Engineering: Expertise […]
We are pleased to announce a new strategic partnership, between OCEANKING and YADA, focusing on the introduction of an advanced Dual Fuel Gas Supply system (FGSS) designed by MAN Cryo. This collaboration aims to bring innovative and reliable solutions to the Greek maritime market, enhancing our offerings for Dual Fuel ships. YADA & MAN Cryo […]
Musasino, a leading global manufacturer in the maritime industry specializing in Cargo Monitoring, Level Alarm, Tank Level Gauging, and Custody Transfer Measurement systems, proudly produces all its systems in Japan. To enhance their customer support network, Musasino has selected OCEANKING to provide comprehensive after-sales support in Greece, including retrofitting and upgrading Cargo Monitoring and Tank […]
Last Tuesday marked a significant day for AEN Oinousses, as 36 first-year students were warmly welcomed in a ceremony attended by esteemed dignitaries and local officials. The event was not only a celebration of new beginnings but also the inauguration of three state-of-the-art ARI simulators that were recently installed at the academy by Oceanking. Chios […]
The journey of air-assisted propulsion has spanned many decades, and today’s eSAIL® has a rich history, tracing its roots back to the 1930s when the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA), which later became the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), ventured into this innovative concept. The very concept of a quality exploration vessel sparked […]
Oceanking recognizes the needs associated with drydocking requirements, particularly concerning deck machinery equipment. These requirements are addressed through our collaboration with EYDE, specialists in Mooring Equipment manufacturing, which brings a wealth of practical knowledge to the table, especially in meeting the needs related to deck machinery equipment. Practical advantages EYDE brings extensive practical expertise in […]
We are pleased to share that our recent strategic partnership with BRIGHTSEAS has significantly strengthened our commitment to providing comprehensive support for hatch covers on a wide range of Bulk Carriers and Container Vessels, irrespective of their design. Added Benefits This collaboration equips us to offer several benefits, including: worldwide support capabilities top-tier quality assurance […]
We are delighted to officially announce our strategic partnership with BRIGHTSEAS, a company specializing in Hatch Covers. BRIGHTSEAS has made its mark by focusing primarily on cargo ships’ equipment, including all types of hatch covers for bulk carriers and container vessels. Founded in 2009, BRIGHTSEAS has established itself as a reliable and innovative player in […]
OCEANKING, under contract with the Hellenic Navy, has recently installed and successfully delivered SAUER non-magnetic air compressors on two of its minesweepers. This collaboration highlights OCEANKING’s ability to deliver turn-key solutions while meeting the following essential characteristics required for a Hellenic Navy contractor: Expertise: Our team of skilled engineers possesses extensive expertise in maritime systems, […]
We are delighted to announce our new partnership with Vanzetti Engineering. This partnership will combine our strengths and expertise to deliver innovative solutions to the Greek shipping industry. Oceanking, has built a strong reputation for our team’s expertise and commitment to deliver integrated solutions, that enhance operational efficiency and environmental protection. Our focus on customer […]
Panos Theodossopoulos, PhD, the Chief Digital Officer of Oceanking, shares valuable insights on the transformative power of digitalization in the shipping industry, driving efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness through technologies like IoT, cloud computing, big data, and AI. The following content was originally published on nafsgreen.gr In the era of decarbonization, apart from the alternative […]
H Κάρολα Γιαννούλη, Γενική Διευθύντρια της Oceanking, συμμετείχε χθες στο πάνελ συζήτησης που αφορούσε την Ναυτιλία Μικρών Αποστάσεων, στο εξαιρετικά επιτυχημένο 7ο Ναυτιλιακό Συνέδριο της Ναυτεμπορικής. Ένα από τα βασικά σημεία που εστίασε η κα Γιαννούλη ήταν ότι, παρά τη μεγάλη διαθεσιμότητα τεχνολογιών απανθρακοποίησης με πολλαπλές εγκαταστάσεις, δεν υπάρχει μία λύση που να ταιριάζει σε […]
AI technology advances leveraging high-frequency data collected onboard, together with noon, weather, and company in-house data, allow ship operators to accurately analyze their vessel operations. Based on these principles, Nautilus Labs as an independent, unbiased third party, partners with ship operators on their decarbonization journey offering a market-leading software platform for pre-voyage simulation, dynamic voyage […]
In the context of compliance with the recent carbon emissions regulations (EEXI and CII), ship operators are embracing the notion of a closer monitoring of their vessels aiming at the same time at operational improvements on their fuel consumption. At the Oceanking Decarbonization workshop, we discussed some of the technologies developed for these purposes by […]
The reduction of ENGINE POWER and operating rpm requires a newly designed propeller because the characteristics of the engine and the propeller have been matched at a different operating point. With the New Profile Technology (NPT) propeller by Stone Marine Propulsion, a typical 2-6% gain in propeller efficiency can be obtained, due to the design […]
As decarbonization proceeds apace in the shipping industry, batteries/Energy Storage Systems (ESS) have great potential in reducing GHG emissions and improving energy efficiency. The main objective is to facilitate the fuel oil economy of the vessel’s electrical power plant by shifting the operation of the diesel generators to a point with better thermodynamic efficiency. ESS […]
HI AIR KOREA is a leading HVAC system supplier of marine, offshore and industrial applications, from South Korea. During the recent years and in view of the forthcoming environmental regulations concerning the emissions, HI AIR KOREA took a strategic decision and developed their Exhaust Gas Cleaning System (SOx Scrubber) about 4 years ago by utilizing […]
In view of the upcoming decarbonization goals for shipping, wind can be a free, abundant and infinite fuel that can assist in reducing GHG emissions and improve energy efficiency. Wind-Assisted Propulsion Systems (WAPS) take advantage of the available wind to generate forward thrust, thus reducing the engine thrust required and consequently reducing fuel consumption and […]
bound4blue and Oceanking team up to offer innovative wind-assisted propulsion technology in Greece and Cyprus Barcelona, May 17th, 2023 bound4blue and Oceanking have announced a partnership to jointly expand access to the eSAIL technology in Greece. As a trusted provider of marine technology solutions, Oceanking has established a strong reputation in the industry for their […]
We are proud to announce the success of our recent workshop on Decarbonization Technologies. The event was organized by Oceanking in collaboration with our partners, and it brought together experts in the field to showcase cutting-edge technologies aimed at reducing carbon emissions in the maritime sector. The workshop featured presentations from several industry leaders, including […]
