Costas Savvides holds a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from QMW of the University of London & a Master's degree in International
Transport from the College of Cardiff in Wales. Costas has experience in the shipping industry, including operations, chartering &
maritime claims, since 1997. He joined Sea Pioneer in January 2019, after having held senior executive positions in two well known
& established Greek ship management firms for more than 25 years.
Leon Kallergis
Technical Manager
Leon holds a Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture from Glasgow University & a Master’s degree in Marine Engineering from Newcastle
University upon Tyne. Up till now, he has held the positions of superintendent engineer and Assistant Technical Manager. Fourteen years
of experience have given him extensive knowledge in the maritime technical field and have led him back to Sea Pioneer in 2016,
where he first started his career.
Capt. Ilias Chalkias
Operations Manager
Captain Ilias Chalkias, a highly experienced Operations Manager, joined Sea Pioneer in 2024 with over 20 years at sea and 14 years ashore. Throughout his career, Captain Chalkias has excelled in various managerial positions within the maritime industry, consistently demonstrating exceptional leadership and operational skills. His extensive background covers vital areas such as Safety, Vetting, Marine, and Operations, making him an invaluable addition to our team. His dual experience at sea and onshore reinforces our commitment to safety, efficiency, and excellence.
Capt. Dimitrios Sonidis
Vetting Manager
Captain Dimitrios graduated from the Merchant Marine Academy of Aspropyrgos & since then he has 10 years of seagoing experience on tanker vessels up to Master rank & 5 years of shore shipping experience at Vetting and Safety Management department with a basic scope the preparation of ships for vetting/CDI inspections and ISM/ISPS compliance. He joined our Company in January 2019.
Ersi Nannou
DPA/CSO/MLC Representative
Ersi joined Sea Pioneer in 2001. She carries a Bachelor's degree in Law, as well as a Master's degree in Law from the University of Lille.
Prior to joining Sea Pioneer she was a deputy DPA in another Greek Shipping company that was managing tankers & bulk carriers.
Ioannis Anysis
Crew Manager
Ioannis Anysis holds a BS in Maritime Studies and MAs in International Relations, LLM Shipping Law, and Shipping Business (with distinction). An Associate Fellow (AFNI) of the Nautical Institute since 2019, he has been in the shipping industry since 1991, specializing in crew management, safety, and security.
He joined Sea Pioneer in January 2025 after serving 7 years as Crew Development Manager in a major foreign shipping company. Previously, he sailed from Junior Officer to Master in the Greek Navy before transitioning to roles in DPA, operations, and business development within shipping and maritime security firms.
Akis Gkoulioumis
Legal Counsel
Akis holds an LL.B. in Law, an LL.M. in Commercial and Maritime Law, and an MBA, all from the University of Wales. He has extensive experience in the Greek shipping industry, specializing in P&I, FD&D, H&M, MoA, and a wide range of contractual disputes and legal matters. Akis is particularly experienced in handling P&I and FD&D cases, with a strong focus on speed and performance claims.
A qualified Greek lawyer admitted to the Athens Bar Association, Akis has also served as a member of the academic staff at the University of Piraeus, where he taught on the MSc. program in Shipping Management. He joined Sea Pioneer in 2020.
George Xourias
Chief Accountant
George joined Sea Pioneer in 2000 and has since become an integral part of the company's growth and success. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Economic Science from the National Kapodistrian University of Athens.
Starting as an Accountant in the relevant department, George has progressed significantly and has held the role of Chief Accountant since 2021.
Throughout his extensive career at Sea Pioneer, George has demonstrated exceptional leadership in the Accounting Department, leveraging his deep understanding of the company's core values and operational dynamics.
George Christodoulou
ICT & Cybersecurity Manager
George holds an Associate Diploma in Applied Science in Computer Programming from the American College of Greece. With over 20 years in maritime IT, cybersecurity, and communications, he specializes in network infrastructure, and cyber risk management. As Head of IT and Cybersecurity at Sea Pioneer Shipping Corporation, he ensures the seamless operation of office and fleet systems, focusing on marine telecommunications, data security, and regulatory compliance. Committed to innovation, he has earned multiple certifications in cybersecurity, network security, and IT service management, continuously advancing Sea Pioneer's digital resilience. George joined the company in July 2002.