Captain Panagiotis Foinikis is the visionary leader behind Navilands Group, leveraging his deep industry knowledge to shape the company’s innovative "Islands" model. His 37-year long career in ship management has played a key role in the early development and strategic direction of the company, with a strong focus on operational excellence, client satisfaction, and sustainable practices.

Costas Kontes is a seasoned third-party management expert with over 25 years of experience. As Navilands’ Chief Commercial Officer, he is responsible for driving the Group’s business growth; he shapes the company’s commercial strategy, fostering long-term relationships, and strengthens Navilands’ competitive position in the industry.

Capt. Nikolaos Skinitis brings a wealth of experience in managing seafarers and marine teams. With his hands-on approach, Navilands Group attracts and nurtures the best talent in the industry.

Shen Xiaodong serves as Regional Director for Navilands Group in Asia, bringing over 30 years of operational and corporate experience. He plays a key role in the strategic development of Navilands’ regional operations, expanding its presence and enhancing its commercial position across Asia.

Konstantinos Sismanidis is the driving force behind Navilands Group’s commitment to health, safety, quality, and environmental responsibility. With his meticulous eye for detail and passion for continuous improvement, Navilands Group not only meets but exceeds industry standards, setting a benchmark for safety and sustainability.

A seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in the maritime sector, Athanasios Lampridis oversees the financial operations of Navilands Group. Thanks to his expertise the company delivers maximum value to its clients.

Lydia Ntamkarelou is at the helm of Navilands Group’s operational excellence. Her ability to synthesize complex procedures into actionable insights ensures that the company’s performance is consistently optimized. With a focus on benchmarking, live data analysis, and actionable KPIs, she empowers teams to achieve unparalleled efficiency.

As the architect of Navilands Group’s cutting-edge IT infrastructure, George Bougiakas accomplishes seamless operations across all levels of the organization. He is instrumental in enabling Navilands Group to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

With over 15 years of on-board experience, Capt. Simos Kelaiditis brings a wealth of expertise in operational excellence, having managed high-performing, multi-cultural marine teams. Known for his strong communication skills and ability to motivate, he plays a pivotal role in continuously enhancing the performance of our shipboard teams.

Kyriaki Lignou utilizes her extensive industry knowledge to manage procurement and contract operations across multiple platforms. She is fundamental in driving commercial savings, enhancing efficiency, and securing strategic contracts, ensuring Navilands delivers cost-effective, high-quality services while maintaining a competitive edge in the market.

George Mouratis leads Navilands Container Management Ltd, driving strategic growth and ensuring operational excellence. With P&L accountability, he oversees vessel portfolio expansion, enhances service standards, and identifies growth opportunities in collaboration with high-performing teams.

Responsible for driving and optimizing Navilands Group’s business in the Bulker sector, Evangelos Petromanolakis focuses on expanding the client base, improving vessel performance, and identifying new opportunities, through exceptional commercial leadership.

Zhang Xuejun leads Navilands Shanghai Container, overseeing operations with a focus on technical precision, regulatory compliance, and sustainability. With over 20 years of combined experience in container vessel and bulker carrier management, he has consistently delivered on-time, client-focused maritime solutions.

Razel Pengson brings over 30 years of experience in the maritime industry. Her passion for crewing and dedication to nurturing the next generation of maritime leaders drive the company’s success, fostering growth.