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Company: Epsco (Cyprus) Limited
Position: Group Director
Description:
Maria Ioannou, a young Cypriot with passion for the maritime industry. By the age of 33, she leads two organizations: Epsco Group as Group Director, and Managing Director of Meis Marine Holding BV, balancing her responsibilities at management level where she oversees major projects and collaborates with the management teams to drive the companies' vision forward. She prioritizes operational efficiency and market expansion while excelling at time management despite her demanding schedule. Thanks to her longstanding customer relations, she successfully negotiates new projects and fixed-fee fleet contracts with major ship managers and owners. Her first fleet contract was secured in 2016 and, remains in place to this day. Her youth allows her to adapt to both current and future industry trends, keeping the company technologically advanced by implementing the latest software versions. This ensures the company maintains high standards of service for customers and enhances process efficiency for employees.
In 2019, she initiated and negotiated the partial acquisition of Meis Marine Services, resulting in a 70% increase in the company's turnover. Building on this success, in 2024 Maria led the initiative for the company to acquire 90% ownership, with full backing from management. Maria faced the challenging decision of restructuring and re-establishing the operations at one of our overseas locations, a decision that has proven highly successful. She is currently in the research phase of a new project that promises to create new opportunities for the company.
Years with the company: 12
Years in current position: 5