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Since 1990, our people proudly provide our partners with exclusive global maritime oil solutions. Bunkers is our core business since 1990, and today we are one of the largest bunker trading groups globally. Our highly skilled teams of over 70 traders are located among our offices at Piraeus, Buenos Aires, Limassol, Hong Kong and Vladivostok.
Additionally, having established a specialized marine lubricant business, we can provide our customers with integrated and innovative solutions for the Global Shipping industry. Through our extended port coverage, even in niche ports, we can provide high quality lubricant supply services, adding value and benefits to your shipping business.
In 2018 BMS United expanded its presence as a physical supplier in the Mediterranean, with its newest physical set-up at the Dardanelles Straits in Turkey. Enabling a new supply option at the Turkish Straits offering Fuel Oil and LSMGO 0.1%, supplying by barge or trucks, at multiple locations, we answer our clients’ needs, ensuring timely, flexible and high-quality refueling solutions in the area.
Moreover, the company’s extended services range from all the standard deliveries in port to the most complex deliveries offshore. Upon request we offer: chartering of vessels, specialized barges, arranging professional bunkering equipment and crews of specialists.
In addition, BMS United can manage your exposure to fuel price risk, by offering you a range of contractual hedging tools. Our risk management tools enable you to either cap or fix the price and thereby avoid unpleasant surprises.
Our Group’s aim is to be one of the top 5 bunker and lubricant trading companies in the world by 2020. To carry on our steady and controlled growth we intend to add significantly more focus on two critical areas: talent development and geographical expansion. It goes without saying that success in the latter depends on success in the former.

Doric Shipbrokers S.A. was established in Greece in 1994 as a comprehensive dry cargo brokering company.
A sale and purchase division, covering most types of merchant ships, and a research department have ensued enabling the company to be at the forefront of market developments.
In 2012 its reach was extended by a representative office, Doric Shipbrokers USA, operating out of New Jersey.
The company holds membership of, and is a panelist for, The Baltic Exchange in London.
Doric Shipbrokers strives to make its sum stronger than the constituent parts. The development, personal foremost, of each member of the company is paramount to our raison d' ētre.

HEMEXPO - Hellenic Marine Equipment Manufacturers and Exporters consists of Greek leading companies, specialized in manufacturing marine equipment and products, all investing in innovation and aiming at extroversion.
HEMEXPO companies operate advanced production plants in Greece, manned by highly competent engineers and scientific experts. The companies manufacture innovative, patented and awarded products, certified by International Classes and implementing in-house R&D for marine equipment which is related to environmental protection, electrical and electronic products, shipboard systems, galley and laundry equipment, water treatment, and construction materials. The products add significant value, offering cost effective and innovative solutions to the shipyard and the ship-owner.

MAN Energy Solutions (formerly Diesel & Turbo) is the world’s leading provider of large-bore diesel and gas engines and turbomachinery. Our portfolio includes two-stroke and four-stroke engines for marine and stationary applications, turbochargers and propellers, as well as gas and steam turbines, compressors and chemical reactors.
Our commitment to minimizing fuel consumption while meeting even the most advanced emission regulations plays a vital role in safeguarding the environment for future generations.

METIS CYBERSPACE TECHNOLOGY SA, part of Olympia Group, was founded in 2016 and specializes in the fields of Electronic Engineering, the Internet of Things (IoT), Cloud Computing and Artificial Intelligence, all adapted to the specific needs of global shipping. METIS puts the Processing of Information and Data at the disposal of global shipping, contributing decisively to the latter’s digital transformation, providing products that enable integrated management of shipping resources, covering all involved parties, from the captain to ship owners and suppliers. With the support of Olympia Group and its planned investments of €5 million by 2020, METIS has set the goal of conquering domestic and international shipping companies with its innovative software.

OTESAT_MARITEL a member of OTE Group, is leading provider of maritime satellite telecommunications globally.
The company develops and provides to its customers cutting edge integrated ICT solutions, combing the latest technology in IP networks and IT applications, always conforming to the highest quality standards.
OTESAT_MARITEL offers s@tGate, a state-of-the-art satcom management and cyber security platform which enables users to exploit smart technologies including digital services in a highly secure environment.
Lately the company launched IRIS an advanced Cyber Security Solution especially developed for the maritime industry. s@tGate in combination with IRIS services boosts customer experience either via Fleet Xpress, the futureproof satcom connectivity or other maritime broadband networks such as VSAT, Inmarsat, Iridium e.c.t.

Anemoi was created to reimagine Flettner Rotors and to advance their technology by using a unique combination of engineering innovation and shipping expertise.
Flettner Rotors harness the power of the wind to help propel ships, offering fuel-saving benefits, reducing bunker costs and lessening vessel emissions for a range of vessel types and sizes.
Anemoi has successfully implemented its Flettner Rotor systems on the weather deck of the 64 000DWT geared bulk carrier, M/V Afros. Data is being collected from her voyages across the globe.
By acting with urgency to improve the shipping industry’s emissions and green credentials, we could define the future of sustainable shipping.

Antaeus Marine Travel Group, widely-known for its expertise in Marine and Offshore Crew Travel Services, provides tailored-made solutions to its worldwide partners within the maritime industry.
Our 30-year old credibility in the shipping circles, consisted of both provision of the cost-effective crew travel arrangement as well as the unique 24/7 personal communication with industry’s experts, shapes Antaeus Travel Group ’s competitive advantage.
The reason behind more and more companies worldwide from the maritime industry choose Antaeus is our specifically designed travel services:

• 24/7 global service coverage
• Dedicated personalized Key Account Manager on top of each corporate account
• Lowest available fares and high availabilities as a result of long term relationships/contracts with world’s leading airlines
• Pricing control activated in all our offices ensuring success in locating the best offer
• Reporting statistical tools – standardized and custom-made reports according to various corporate needs

The Argo Travel Group (ATG) has been operating for over 65 years by innovators in the growing sector of marine, crew transportation and corporate travel. With annual turnover of approx. 80 million euros is considered as a coordinated Travel Management Company with long history and tradition providing the global shipping and offshore community with an impeccable and complete service.
ATG offices: Athens/Thessaloniki/Santorini/Geneva/London/Hong-Kong/Shanghai and via IMTG alliance: Abu-Dhabi/Australia/India/Mauritius/Netherlands/Norway/Philippines/ Russia/Singapore/Ukraine.
Accumulated experience and expertise supported by state-of-the-art technological infrastructure (global fare finder) are but a few accolades that have justifiably placed the ATG among the very top positions of our trade.
More information www.argotravel.com

Established in 1992 in the USA, GMS is the world’s largest Buyer of ships and offshore assets for recycling. GMS has negotiated over 3,300 vessels (including the largest number of “as is where is” vessels) and recycles around 30% of total industry volumes, while providing end-to-end solutions to the offshore industry by undertaking decommissioning, cleanup, and safe towage services.
GMS has created the world's leading Responsible Ship Recycling Program (RSRP), initiating significant improvements in health, safety and environmental standards in the yards. With 10 offices in major maritime hubs and a specialized database of ship recycling facilities, GMS is the market leader, while influencing positive change in the industry.

Outstanding position in the Greek market

Operating in Greece for more than 45 years we offer through four entities, audit, tax, accounting & payroll, legal and advisory services to domestic and international businesses in Greece and abroad. Operating in Athens and Thessaloniki, we employ about 500 high caliber professionals with significant specialized expertise.
We are an ISO 9001:2008 certified advisory firm by TUV Hellas (member of TUV NORD group) and have our own additional internal International Quality and Risk Management system which is applied during the course of engagements undertaken.
With sustained growth and major expansion plans, we continue to maintain our leading position in the Greek market.

Marichem Marigases is one of the leading companies in the international marine chemicals and gases industry, manufacturing and providing high quality chemicals, chemical equipment, gases and refrigerants, cutting and welding machinery, accessories and equipment, fire-rescue and safety services to the shipping industry. The company offers a variety of products at more than 2.100 ports, supplied by a distribution network of 196 stock points, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The efficient operation of its network is backed up by decades of experience from dedicated marine experts, operating according to ISO 14001 & OHSAS 18001 international quality systems, thus ensuring ultimate customer service.

OCEANKING is a leading marine company established in1989 in Piraeus, comprising Marine Engineers, Naval Architects and Electronic Engineers, with shipbuilding, ship-repairing, and ship operations experience.
OCEANKING is certified by LRQA in accordance with ISO 9001 since 2006 and its main activities are:
a. Equipment representatives and suppliers for ship newbuildings.
b. Integrated after sales support services: spare parts, servicing, training
c. Supply of Eco Technologies & Systems (BWTS and Scrubbers)
d. Equipment Retrofit (EPC), for BWTS, Scrubbers and LNG as fuel systems:
e. Cryogenic Technologies
f. Consultancy in Marine Engineering and Naval Architecture
g. Repair services for marine equipment
h. Specialized equipment for Navy and Defense
i. Equipment for land, industry and civil engineering applications.

The Katradis Group of Companies has been operating in the marine industry since 1936. Over the years, the company has excelled in the manufacture of high quality marine ropes, its latest achievement being the new generation the Siri^® High Performance Mooring Ropes produced with the highest quality  HMPE, ARAMID and LCP fibers. It has also broadened its product range to include sacrificial anodes, steel wire ropes, anchors, anchor chains, port development and deck equipment.
The Katradis Group has established a global network, providing its customers around the world with a prompt and reliable service. The Katradis Group is committed to providing quality, service and innovative products to its customers for years to come. 
Katradis Global Network:

• Africa: Egypt (Alexandria, Port Said, Suez), South Africa (Durban, Cape Town)
• Asia: Singapore (Singapore), Korea (Pusan), China (Hong Kong, Shanghai, Qingdao, Zhenjiang & other ports)
• Europe: Belgium (Antwerp, Zeebruge), Germany (Hamburg), Netherlands (Rotterdam, Amsterdam), Spain (Algeciras, Cadiz, Las Palmas), Turkey (Istanbul), Bulgaria (Varna), Greece (all ports), Cyprus (all ports)
• Middle East: U.A.E. (Fujairah, Dubai)
• North America: Canada (Montreal), USA (Houston, New Orleans, Los Angeles, New York)
• Central America: Panama (Panama)
• Australia: (Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Fremantle and Darwin)
  
  

Piraeus Port Authority S.A., established in 1930, has the management and operations of Piraeus Port, the largest port in Greece and one of the largest ports in the Mediterranean. The country’s geographical position makes it an ideal logistics hub especially between Asia and Central & Eastern Europe.
Piraeus, as the first deep sea EU port after crossing the Suez Canal, enables the maritime & business community to use Piraeus as a HUB for combined transport of cargo with efficient value added services, which can be re-distributed by road, rail and sea to the EMEA region, within a considerably shorter transit time.
The Piraeus port with its ongoing investment plan aims within the next five years to be established as the most important HUB, Distribution and Logistics Center in the East Mediterranean.