The 25th NAVIGATOR 2026 Conference will be held on October 13, 2026, at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) in Athens. This conference, celebrating its 25th anniversary, will gather the Greek and international maritime community to exchange ideas and foster meaningful collaborations.
Global Challenges in the Maritime Industry
Since the inception of the NAVIGATOR Conference in 2001, this event has been recognized as a meeting point for decision-makers in the maritime industry. The conference includes ship owners, senior executives, representatives from the international maritime industry, institutional stakeholders, and members of the diplomatic community. This special edition will address some of the urgent challenges shaping the maritime industry, including geopolitical developments, carbon reduction, sustainable financing, digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and the human element.
Speakers and Conference Programs
The conference will commence with a keynote speech by Dania Bezantakou, CEO of Navigator Shipping Consultants, followed by welcoming speeches from Mr. Vassilis Kikilias, Minister of Maritime Affairs and Island Policy, Mr. George Alexandrakis, President of the Greek Chamber of Shipping, and Mr. Vassilis Kordidis, President of the Piraeus Chamber of Commerce and Industry. A highlight of this year's program will be two fiery discussions hosted by Dania Bezantakou. The first discussion with Mr. Panos Zenikostas, Founder, President, and CEO of ONEX Shipyards & Technologies and President of the Greek Shipbuilding Association, will explore the outlook of the Greek shipbuilding industry and its role in the future of maritime transportation.
The second discussion with Mr. George Mangos, President of INTERUNITY, will examine key developments, challenges, and current priorities shaping the maritime industry. The program will also include a special presentation by Professor Athanasios Platis, Head of Strategy at the University of Piraeus, who will discuss evolving geopolitical and strategic perspectives.
Specialized Panels of the Conference
This conference will feature specialized panels that bring together prominent representatives from across the maritime cluster to share their insights on the challenges, opportunities, and strategic decisions shaping the future of maritime transportation. Some of the topics to be discussed include:
- Energy transition in the maritime industry and how to move towards practical implementation
- Digital innovations and their impact on the human workforce
- Green financing and its effect on attracting investment
- The role of maritime transportation in international and geopolitical developments
The NAVIGATOR 2026 Conference will continue to serve as a communication platform, creating new opportunities for dialogue, ideas, and collaborations, contributing to the shaping of a new chapter in the maritime industry.
