Skaramangas Shipyards, one of the most important shipbuilding centers in the Mediterranean, proudly announces its official inclusion as an Incentive Provider in the internationally recognized Green Award program, reaffirming the company’s commitment to a more sustainable, technologically advanced, and environmentally responsible maritime future.
The induction ceremony for the company into the international Green Award program took place at the premises of Skaramangas Shipyards with great success, in the presence of notable representatives from the broader maritime community, including executives of shipping companies, certification organizations, quality bodies, and industry professionals who actively participated in discussions on green technologies and improving the environmental performance of the global fleet.
The Green Award Foundation Honored the Inclusion of Skaramangas Shipyards
The ceremony was attended by distinguished figures from the Green Award Foundation:
• Capt. Dimitrios Matthaiou — Chairman of the Green Award Foundation
With extensive international experience in the maritime sector, particularly in maritime safety, quality, and environmental compliance, Capt. Matthaiou highlighted the strategic role shipyards play—through their expertise and investment in new “clean” technologies—in enhancing a vessel’s lifecycle. He emphasized that the participation of Skaramangas Shipyards in the ecosystem “significantly elevates the services provided to certified vessels and strengthens the global sustainability of the Green Award.”
• Jan Fransen — Executive Director of the Green Award Foundation
Mr. Fransen, who has played a decisive role in the global development and expansion of the Green Award program, noted that “the collaboration with Skaramangas Shipyards enhances the ability of certified vessels to adopt even higher standards of quality, safety, and environmental performance.”
The Role of Skaramangas Shipyards as an Incentive Provider
As a new member of the Incentive Provider network, Skaramangas Shipyards:
• supports shipowners and vessels that invest in green practices,
• promotes technologies and services that reduce environmental footprint,
• enhances the adoption of high safety and quality standards in repair and upgrade projects,
• provides incentives and specialized services to vessels holding Green Award certification.
Statement by the Vice President & CEO of Skaramangas Shipyards, Miltiadis Varvitsiotis
“Skaramangas Shipyards chose to join the Green Award program as an Incentive Provider, recognizing the pivotal role shipyards play in accelerating the transition to cleaner and more responsible maritime transport.
Our mission is founded on delivering high-quality services that enhance the environmental performance of the global fleet, and our collaboration with the Green Award organization aligns fully with this vision.
By supporting certified vessels and encouraging the adoption of higher sustainability standards, we actively contribute to a greener and more resilient future for the maritime industry.”
A Further Step in Advancing the Greek Shipbuilding Industry
Joining the Green Award program marks a significant milestone in the ongoing upgrade of the services provided by Skaramangas Shipyards and strengthens Greece’s presence on the global map of green shipping.
The shipyards continue to invest in innovation, sustainability, and technologies that promote a safer and more responsible marine environment.
