What ESG SHIPPING AWARDS does

ESG Shipping Awards is an international awards and events platform, operated by Maritime Impact L.P. and headquartered in Athens, Greece, that recognizes excellence in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices across the global shipping industry. Founded in 2023 as the first ESG shipping awards globally, the platform runs an annual cycle comprising the Awards Ceremony & Gala Dinner (held at venues such as Megaron Concert Hall, Grand Hyatt Athens, and Asteria DOMUS in Glyfada), an annual conference (THE CONFERENCE, drawing 350+ attendees in 2024), and an ESG Best Practices Series of educational workshops covering topics such as ESG reporting, the EU Emissions Trading System, and seafarer mental health. The platform is built on a WordPress-based website (esgshippingawards.com) that supports free online nominations, application processing, and an advanced proprietary online screening and scoring methodology evaluated by a Judging Committee of at least nine experts chaired by the Green Award Foundation, applying criteria framed as Impactful, Inclusive, and Measurable. The carbon footprint of the ceremonies is measured and verified by Emicert.

The organization operates under the auspices of the Hellenic Chamber of Shipping and the Greek Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy, lending institutional endorsement, and is led by two principal organizers (Helena Athoussaki and Katerina Stathopoulou) with a lean operational footprint of roughly six people, supplemented by outsourced event management through Digital Shadows. An ecosystem of over 40 institutional partners spans classification societies (ABS, Bureau Veritas, Lloyd's Register), registries (Liberian Registry), Greek financial institutions (Eurobank, ATHEX Group), global consultancies (Deloitte as Anchor Award Partner, Bain as Gold Conference Sponsor, EY), law firms (Watson Farley & Williams), and policy bodies (UN Global Compact, WISTA Hellas, SDSN Greece, Green Award Foundation).

The business model is event-driven: shipping companies worldwide self-nominate or are nominated by third parties free of charge, with no entry fees, while revenue is generated through tiered corporate sponsorship packages (Gold, Silver), conference sponsorship, awards and conference partnership categories, ambassador networks, and media partnerships. The platform's value proposition centers on providing shipping companies with recognized ESG credentials, peer accountability, and visibility toward investors, charterers, financiers, and insurers, while giving sponsors and partners association with maritime sustainability leadership.

Name

ESG SHIPPING AWARDS

Legal name

MARITIME IMPACT L.P.

Website

https://esgshippingawards.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2023

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

ESG Shipping Awards operates the first global ESG awards platform for the shipping industry, offering an annual ceremony, conference, and workshops to recognize Environmental, Social, and Governance excellence among vessel-owning and operating companies worldwide, funded through corporate sponsorships and a 40+ partner ecosystem under the Hellenic Chamber of Shipping.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Maritime ESG Awards and Industry Events

akta.pro primary industry

ESG Strategy & Materiality Assessment (EUAHAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cause, ESG & Sustainability Communications (MPAAADAL), Stakeholder Engagement & ESG Governance (Policies, KPIs, incentives) (EUAHAJAJ), ESG Data, Ratings & Climate Benchmarks (FSAFAIAI)

Keywords

• Maritime ESG awards
• Shipping industry recognition
• Maritime conference events
• ESG best practices workshops
• Shipping awards platform

Headquarters

HQ city

Athens

HQ country

Greece

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Event Sponsorship & Partnerships: The awards generate revenue through corporate sponsorship tiers (Gold, Silver sponsors) and partner categories (Awards Partners, Conference Partners, Event Partners, Supporters, Ambassadors, Media Partners) for the awards ceremony, gala dinner, and conference events.
2. Awards Entry (Free): There is no entry fee for companies to submit nominations or participate in the awards. The nomination submission process is free of charge for shipping companies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

ESG Shipping Awards is an international awards platform that recognizes excellence, leadership, and measurable impact in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices across the global shipping industry. It runs an annual awards cycle with 10 categories, an annual conference (THE CONFERENCE), ESG Best Practices Series workshops, and an Awards Ceremony & Gala Dinner, with nominations submitted via a free online application.

Product overview

ESG Shipping Awards operates as a unified awards and education platform for the maritime industry. The core offering is the ESG Shipping Awards program featuring 10 award categories spanning Environment, Social, and Governance pillars. The platform is complemented by THE CONFERENCE (annual knowledge-sharing event), the ESG Best Practices Series Workshops (educational seminars), and an Online Nomination Platform (web-based submission system). The 2024 edition introduced a Scholarship Initiative providing ESG executive education. Together, these products serve to promote best practices, innovation, and leadership in ESG within the global shipping industry.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ESG Shipping Awards Program International awards program recognizing excellence, leadership, and measurable impact in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) across the global shipping industry, featuring 10 award categories spanning ESG, Environmental, Climate Change, Social, Diversity Equity & Inclusion, People, Community Contribution, Governance, Technology, and Industry Partnership leadership.
• THE CONFERENCE Annual conference bringing together maritime industry leaders for panel discussions, presentations, and networking focused on advancing ESG and sustainability practices in shipping. The 2024 edition drew over 350 industry leaders.
• ESG Best Practices Series Workshops Educational workshop series covering ESG topics such as Effective ESG reporting for shipping, Emissions Trading System (ETS) in action, and Seafarers Mental Health & Wellbeing, designed to empower shipping companies with sustainability insights.
• Online Nomination Platform Web-based platform enabling shipping companies and third parties worldwide to submit nominations, complete application forms, and upload supporting documentation including sustainability reports and certifications. Free to use with no entry fee.
• Awards Ceremony & Gala Dinner Annual in-person formal event recognizing ESG award winners across all categories, featuring networking opportunities and special performances for maritime industry stakeholders, with seating reserved in advance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 350 industry leaders attended the 2024 Conference
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature1 record

Partnerships

26 partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and flagship.

• Enablon (Wolters Kluwer EHS & ESG)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 October 2024Workshop supporter for the ESG Best Practices Series — Effective ESG Reporting for Shipping. Provided senior solution consultant Paul Tours as presenter.
• Global FactorcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 October 2024Workshop sponsor for 'ETS in Action: Bridging the Gap Between Traders & Engineers' (March 2024 and 2025). Carbon market and sustainability consultancy providing expert speakers including Maruxa Heras (Head of Shipping) and Miller Wells (Carbon Market Specialist).
• Digital Shadows (Stelina Markoulaki)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 18 October 2024Event planning and management partner for the ESG Shipping Awards. Stelina Markoulaki and her team managed logistics for the 2024 Conference.
• EY GreeceminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 October 2024Presented at the 2024 Conference on ESG performance and CSRD reporting. Senior Manager Nikolaos Athanasoulis from Climate Change and Sustainability Services (CCaSS).
• OceanScore GmbHminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 October 2024Managing Director Ralf Garrn served as moderator for the Climate Change & Environmental Evolution panel at the 2024 Conference.
• Green Award FoundationflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 October 2024Executive Director Jan Fransen serves as Chair of the Judging Committee, providing expert oversight of the evaluation process and selection of winners.
• Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 October 2024Partnered with NKUA to provide 10 scholarships for an ESG executive seminar as part of the 2024 Community Contribution initiative.
• Learning SeamancoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 13 February 2024Title & Program Sponsor of the 'Seafarers Mental Health & Wellbeing' workshop (February 2024). Led by CEO Yofis Florentin, provides wellness resources and mental health tools for seafarers worldwide.
• Watson Farley & WilliamscoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 January 2023Awards Partner for the 2023 ESG Shipping Awards. A leading international law firm serving the energy, transport, and infrastructure sectors.
• Marine TourscoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 January 2023Awards Partner for the 2023 ESG Shipping Awards. Marine and tourism services company based in Greece.
• The Liberian RegistrycoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 January 2023Awards Partner for the 2023 ESG Shipping Awards. One of the world's largest ship registries.
• Bureau VeritascoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 January 2023Awards Partner for the 2023 ESG Shipping Awards. Global leader in testing, inspection, and certification services for the maritime industry.
• EurobankcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 January 2023Awards Partner for the 2023 ESG Shipping Awards. Major Greek financial institution serving the shipping and corporate sectors.
• Deloitte GreeceflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 January 2023Anchor Award Partner for the 2023 ESG Shipping Awards. Professional services firm providing audit, consulting, and advisory services. CEO Dimitris Koutsopoulos served as anchor sponsor.
• ABS (American Bureau of Shipping)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 January 2023Honorary Partner for the 2023 ESG Shipping Awards. Leading classification society serving the maritime and offshore industries.
• EmicertminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 January 2023Event Partner and Carbon Footprint Supporter. Partnered with ESG Shipping Awards to measure and verify the carbon footprint of the Awards Ceremony & Gala Dinner, ensuring climate accountability.
• Bain & CompanyflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 January 2023Gold Sponsor for the 2023 Conference. Leading global management consulting firm.
• CF PartnerscoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 January 2023Silver Sponsor for the 2023 Conference. Carbon and energy management specialist.
• UN Global CompactflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 January 2023Silver Sponsor for the 2023 Conference. UN Global Compact supports corporate sustainability and aligns ESG practices with UN Sustainable Development Goals.
• SDSN GreeceminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 January 2023Silver Sponsor for the 2023 Conference. Greek branch of the Sustainable Development Solutions Network, promoting sustainable development.
• National & Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 January 2023Silver Sponsor for the 2023 Conference. Provided executive seminar on sustainability; partnered with Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) to offer 10 ESG scholarship places for industry professionals.
• WISTA HellascoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 January 2023Supporter for the 2023 ESG Shipping Awards. Women's International Shipping & Trading Association, Greek chapter, promoting gender diversity in shipping.
• Lloyd's Register (LR)flagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 January 2023Founder member of Lloyd's Register Maritime Emissions Reduction Centre (M-ERC), co-recipient of the Motivation Award at the 2024 ESG Shipping Awards. Leading classification society.
• Hellenic Chamber of ShippingflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 January 2023Established the ESG Shipping Awards in partnership with the Hellenic Chamber of Shipping. Provides institutional endorsement, judging panel oversight through President Dr. George Pateras.
• Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Insular PolicyflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 January 2023Established the ESG Shipping Awards under the auspices of the Ministry. Secretary General Manolis Koutoulakis delivers opening remarks and endorses the initiative as a crucial platform for the maritime economy.
• Athens Exchange Group (ATHEX Group)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 January 2023Supporter for the 2023 ESG Shipping Awards. Deputy Chief Listings Officer Lillian Georgopoulou delivered keynote at the 2024 Conference on sustainable financing and green bonds.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• The Maritime Standard Awards: Annual awards recognizing achievement across the Middle East and Indian Ocean maritime cluster. Competes for the same sponsorship pool (classification societies, banks, law firms) and addresses overlapping enterprise shipping audiences.
• Nor-Shipping Awards: Industry awards held alongside the Nor-Shipping conference in Oslo, recognizing sustainability and innovation in shipping. Competes for northern European sponsorship, ESG-themed recognition, and global shipping-decision-maker attendance.
• Lloyd's List Greek Shipping Awards: Long-standing annual awards ceremony recognizing Greek and global shipping industry excellence. Direct competitor for maritime industry sponsorship dollars, attendee mindshare, and ESG/operational recognition, with deeper historical brand equity.
• SAFETY4SEA Awards: Annual ESG and sustainability awards for the maritime sector covering environmental, social, and operational excellence. Competes directly for ESG-themed sponsorships and shipping-company mindshare, with a parallel structured awards platform.

Broad incumbents

• Poseidon Principles: Industry-led framework for reporting and benchmarking climate alignment of shipping portfolios, adopted by major financiers. Comparable as a maritime ESG standards/benchmarking authority and overlaps with ESG Shipping Awards' governance and climate categories.
• Green Award Foundation: Established maritime certification and incentive programme rewarding environmentally responsible ship management. Overlaps with ESG Shipping Awards' environmental category and already participates as the Judging Committee chair, making it both partner and adjacent competitor.

Others

• ESG Investing Awards (Investment Week): Awards platform dedicated to ESG investing talent and product excellence across asset managers. Comparable as an ESG-vertical awards business model but with a financial-services audience rather than maritime.
• Energy Intelligence Awards: Long-running awards and recognition platform for the global energy sector. Comparable as an energy/commodity awards specialist and a benchmark for a multi-year maritime ESG awards franchise with paid sponsorship tiers.

Regional players

• IBIA (International Bunker Industry Association) Awards: Sectoral awards tied to the bunker and marine fuels industry, with adjacent sustainability and decarbonization categories. Overlaps in maritime ESG recognition but focuses on the narrower bunker/fuel value chain.

Emerging players

• WISTA International Awards: Women's International Shipping & Trading Association awards recognizing diversity, leadership, and inclusion in shipping. Direct overlap with ESG Shipping Awards' DEI category and broad partnership overlap (WISTA Hellas is already an ESG Shipping Awards supporter).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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