Cyprus maritime technology showcased at SMM Hamburg

Hamburg, Germany. Cyprus showcased locally developed maritime technology at an event held during SMM Hamburg, with companies presenting tools aimed at improving ship safety, environmental performance and operational efficiency.

The Cyprus Maritime Innovation Event was jointly organised by the Ministry of Energy and the Shipping Deputy Ministry as part of SMM Hamburg, which runs from September 1 to 4.

Industry exhibition

Around 2,300 exhibitors from up to 70 countries are participating in this year’s exhibition, while approximately 50,000 attendees from 120 nations are expected.

Trade and industry officer Andri Katomoniatou Iakovou and Cyprus’ deputy chief of mission in Germany, George Stavrinou, opened the Cyprus event. They referred to the longstanding commercial and maritime relationship between Cyprus and Germany.

They also highlighted efforts to strengthen links between research, technology and maritime businesses as the shipping industry faces stricter environmental requirements and rapid technological developments.

Government approach

Christina Patsiou, acting director and senior maritime affairs officer at the Shipping Deputy Ministry, outlined the government’s approach to maritime administration.

She referred to measures supporting fleet decarbonisation, the digitalisation of administrative procedures and incentives intended to attract shipping and maritime technology companies to Cyprus.

Technology and research

The event also focused on technology developed by Cypriot companies and research organisations to address operational challenges faced by vessels.

Zacharias Siokouros, chief executive of the Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute, presented collaborative research projects intended to link academic work with the needs of commercial fleets.

Christos Georgiou, chief product and AI officer at Prevention at Sea, explained how artificial intelligence and digital applications can support onboard safety and risk management.