A provider of marine transportation services since its inception in 1953, Andriaki Shipping Co. Ltd. has used its knowledge and experience to manage

A provider of marine transportation services since its inception in 1953, Andriaki Shipping Co. Ltd. has used its knowledge and experience to manage more than 100 vessels of all types and sizes over the last six decades and is proud to deliver a comprehensive range of ship management services, such as technical management, crewing, purchasing and day-to-day operational services, to ships owned by N.J.Goulandris family interests.

In 2008 the London based organisation used its well known name to set up Athens based NJ Goulandris Maritime Inc, a move that stemmed from its desire to reunite the commercial, technical and operational aspects of the business together under one roof. The company’s office in the capital now acts as a chartering liaison office that also handles accounts and insurance issues. Following the relocation, Andriaki Shipping, which operates as the group’s management arm, is housed under the same roof as NJ Goulandris Maritime.

Since it was previously featured in Shipping and Marine in August 2012, the company has continued to provide high quality services to ships of NJ Goulandris family interests while also maintaining a conservative approach to the challenging shipping market, as CEO of Andriaki Shipping Dimitris Korkodilos begins: “Over the last few years we have taken a step away from managing bulk carriers and now concentrate on tankers, with six of these vessels currently operated and managed by us. We manage, operate and charter these ships, which are owned by NJ Goulandris family interests, which we have managed ships for since our establishment.

“Our vessels, two VLCCs and four suezmax vessels, are mainly operating across the globe, however one VLCC is currently on a time charter with BP for one year. The market has been difficult over the last few years, which has left us with the challenge of running ships in a cost-efficient manner while also ensuring the highest possible quality standards. With the co-operation of our sea farers we have managed this successfully.”

Retaining a strong commitment to ecologically sound and safe seaborne trade, Andriaki Shipping continuously strives to deliver a superior service through maximum quality and optimum safety; a commitment that has resulted in a leading reputation in ship management. “We have been in the business for 62 years now and our goal to become a leading name in shipping through excellence has remained the same,” says Dimitris. “Key to our success is our personnel, both onshore and onboard, most of which have been with us since the start of their careers; this continuity means we can easily pass on the ideas and values of the company and further strengthen our high operating and maintenance standards. Our personnel stay with us because of our values and the way we operate; they know we are a company with high standards that can’t be compromised.”

Committed to continuously improving environmental performance in all operations, Andriaki Shipping complies with all applicable environmental laws and regulations, such as SECA, which came into effect January 1st 2015. “All of our ships have been modified to meet SECA regulations,” confirms Dimitris. “We are also aware you have to clean certain tanks to meet the 0.1 per cent sulphur in fuel requirement, and have made the necessary modifications to piping, machinery, main engines and diesel generators. Meanwhile, with regards to ballast water treatment, due to the USCG approval uncertainties, we have not made any decisions on installing systems as of yet.”

Another way the company ensures its stringent safety and environmental policy is achieved is through the constant monitoring of its six Greek flag vessels as well as high levels of communication between staff. “Our office personnel continuously monitor the vessels’ safety and environmental performance, while our officers all get briefed and debriefed as they pass through the office to sign on and off. We also provide both in-house and third party training to our staff and arrange third party audits,” explains Dimitris.

On top of training its staff, Andriaki Shipping’s comprehensive cadet training programme provides people looking to begin their sea career with one of the best cadet training programmes in Greek shipping. The company hires about ten cadets each year in both deck and engine departments and enables them to obtain their second officer/third officer licenses. “As part of our training we also have an English teacher go on board and travel with the ships so sea farers can take lessons on board,” adds Dimitris.

Cautiously optimistic of the shipping industry’s recovery, Dimitris anticipates potentially expanding its management services to third-party tanker owners while also maintaining its leading reputation for quality. “At the moment we are managing ships exclusively for the NJ Goulandris family, but our next step is to potentially take on ships from other owners who would like to enter the tanker market but aren’t prepared to build a managing organisation. Although we are open to this development, it could only take place if we were to find someone who could share our values and standards,” he concludes.

Andriaki Shipping Co. Ltd

• Manage and operate six tankers
• Over six decades of experience
• Prepared for environmental regulations

SHIPPING & MARINE, Date 09/03/2015, Issue 118