In 2025, Greek shipowners confirmed for another year their leading position in global shipping, maintaining control in critical sectors and markets. With a total of 727 ships on order in all key sectors, the Greek presence is not just evident. It is decisive. Their strategy, a combination of renewed capacity, efficiency and flexibility, is fully reflected in the orders (169 cargo ships, 141 containerships, 317 tankers, 54 LNG carriers and 46 LPG carriers), covering the main maritime markets of the planet.

Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos on Wednesday said that 'made in Greece' must become the "ultimate success story" of the shipbuilding and ship repair industry, while addressing the anniversary event "700 ships - A vision" organised by ONEX at the Elefsina Shipyards.

George Prokopiou is experiencing a crescendo of shipbuilding orders after signing a contract for four bulk carriers plus two with option on behalf of the cargo arm of his group Sea Traders.