Fafalios Shipping SA was established in Piraeus in September 1968 and has since maintained a consistent presence in the field of dry bulk carrier management. The company operates vessels ranging from 8,000 to 130,000 deadweight tons, under charter arrangements lasting from 18 months to over 20 years.
Over the decades, the company has overseen the construction of more than 20 newbuild vessels, including:
- Ice-class forest product carriers (approximately 8,000 dwt)
- General cargo and multipurpose ships (13,500 – 17,000 dwt)
- Dry bulk carriers (28,000 – 75,000 dwt)
Fafalios Shipping SA offers integrated ship management services, including:
- Commercial and insurance management through affiliated companies
- Supervision of newbuilding contracts and technical specifications
- Full technical management of dry cargo vessels
- Pre-purchase inspections and S&P support
- Crewing services with emphasis on Greek officers and Filipino crew
- Structured training programs from cadet to senior officer level, both ashore and at sea
As of 2018, the company employed over 100 seafarers and shore-based staff and carried more than 2.5 million tons of dry cargo.
The company remains family-run, with the 6th and 7th generation actively engaged in its operations. Family members also participate in key maritime institutions, including classification societies, the Baltic Exchange, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), the Union of Greek Shipowners (UGS), the Greek Shipping Co-operation Committee (GSCC), and various P&I Clubs.
Headquartered in Piraeus, Greece, Fafalios Shipping SA continues to combine professional ship management with long-standing industry involvement and a commitment to safe, efficient operations.