CCS Mediterranean Committee Meeting 2026 Held in Athens

The China Classification Society (CCS) Mediterranean Committee Meeting 2026 convened in Athens, bringing together over 60 members and guests from shipping companies, industry associations, financial institutions and flag states across Greece and Cyprus.

Special guests: H.E. Mr. Fang Qiu, Chinese Ambassador to Greece, and Mr. Zhao Yali, former Chinese Ambassador to Cyprus, were invited to attend and deliver remarks.

H.E. Mr. Fang Qiu, Chinese Ambassador to Greece

Mr. Zhao Yali, former Chinese Ambassador to Cyprus

The meeting was chaired by Ms. Marielena Procopiou, Vice Chairwoman of CCS Mediterranean Committee, with Mr. George Procopiou, Chairman of the Committee, Mr. John Tzoannos, former Secretary General of the Greek Ministry of Mercantile Marine, and Mr. Zhongyi (John) Su, Vice Chairman of the Committee in attendance.

Ms. Marielena Procopiou, Vice Chairwoman of CCS Mediterranean Committee, Founder and CEO of Delos Navigation and Akrotiri Tankers

Mr. George Procopiou, Chairman of CCS Mediterranean Committee, Founder of

Dynacom Tankers Management, Dynagas, and Sea Traders

Mr. John Tzoannos, former Secretary General of Greek Ministry of Mercantile Marine 

Mr. Zhongyi (John) Su, Vice Chairman of CCS Mediterranean Committee,

Chairman and CEO of Erasmus Shipping Group

Key topics: CCS shared its latest developments and showcased how technological innovation and full-lifecycle services are driving China-Greece shipping cooperation. Presentations and discussions covered green and smart shipping, tech innovation, and Mediterranean maritime collaboration — underscoring the Committee's role as a technical bridge and business platform.

Mr. Cai Yanxian, Senior Vice President of CCS

Mr. Cui Yuwei, General Manager of CCS Athens Branch

Ms. Sun Tan, Senior Manager of International Affairs Department, CCS

Deep-dive discussions: Mr. George Procopiou, Chairman of the Committee, Mr. Zhongyi (John) Su, Vice Chairman of the Committee, Mr. John Tzoannos, former Secretary General of the Greek Ministry of Mercantile Marine, Mr. Antonios Faraklas, Managing Director of Chartworld, Mr. Eberhard Koch, Chairman of ？sterreichischer Lloyd Shipping Group, and Ms. Ioanna Procopiou, CEO of Prominence Maritime, led a focused discussion on decarbonisation, energy efficiency, new technologies and ship safety. Participants shared practical insights on current technical pathways and operational challenges, and expressed strong willingness to deepen collaboration.

Mr. Antonios Faraklas, Managing Director of Chartworld

Mr. Eberhard Koch, Chairman of ？sterreichischer Lloyd Shipping Group

Ms. Ioanna Procopiou, CEO of Prominence Maritime

Looking ahead: As a vital hub for global shipping, the Mediterranean remains central to CCS's international network. CCS will continue to deepen international technical cooperation, leverage its technical advantages and service capabilities, and expand collaboration with regional partners.

New exchange platform: On the same day, the China-Greece Maritime Day & North Bund Forum Athens Promotion Session was jointly held by the Organizing Committee Office of the North Bund Forum and CCS.

Also during the event: CCS was invited to attend the unveiling ceremony of the China State Shipbuilding Corporation’s (CSSC) Greece Representative Office and the “Poseidon China Night”, and held productive meetings with key clients across the Mediterranean to build trust and advance practical cooperation.