Company Overview

New Kronos Star Maritime Company S.A. (NKS) is a Greek Ship Management Company specializing in the management and operation of bulk carriers engaged in the sea transportation of general, bulk and break-bulk cargoes.

With more than 40 years of experience in ship management and operations, NKS provides comprehensive services covering technical management, vessel operations, maintenance, safety, environmental compliance and commercial support. Our expertise enables exporters, industrial users, charterers, shipbrokers and agents to rely on NKS as a trusted and experienced maritime partner.

Throughout its long-standing presence in the shipping industry, NKS has built a solid reputation as a reliable ship manager and operator, driven by an unwavering commitment to safe, efficient and environmentally responsible vessel operations.

Our approach combines experienced shore-based management with strong onboard operational standards, ensuring that each vessel is maintained and operated in accordance with applicable international regulations, class requirements and industry best practices.

At NKS, we remain focused on delivering high-quality, responsive and dependable service, while continuously improving the performance, safety and reliability of the vessels entrusted to our management.

 

Environmental Responsibility, Quality & Safety

Protecting the environment is a fundamental principle of New Kronos Star Maritime Company S.A. (NKS). For many years, the Company has remained firmly committed to maintaining high environmental, safety and operational standards across its fleet.

NKS’s objective is to operate and maintain its vessels to consistently high standards of quality, reliability and efficiency, while fully meeting the requirements and expectations of its customers.`

This commitment includes:

  • Delivering cargo safely, efficiently and without damage, in accordance with contractual requirements and agreed schedules.
  • Providing the necessary resources ashore and onboard, including properly trained, qualified and experienced personnel for management, operational activities and verification.
  • Providing continuous support, training and development to all employees, both ashore and afloat, ensuring that they are equipped to perform their duties safely and effectively.
  • Operating each vessel within its approved operating budget and in accordance with sound commercial practices, without compromising safety, vessel reliability or environmental protection.
  • Maintaining full compliance with all applicable international conventions, codes, class requirements, flag-state regulations and other statutory and regulatory requirements.
  • Promoting a strong safety and environmental culture, with continuous improvement in operational performance and risk management.

NKS’s management is committed to ensuring that all personnel, both ashore and onboard, understand and comply with the Company’s policies, procedures and operational guidelines. Through effective communication, training and supervision, the Company strives to maintain consistent standards throughout all areas of its operations.

MEMBERSHIPS

  • Union of Greek Shipowners (UGS)
  • HELMEPA – Hellenic Marine Environment Protection Association
  • Propeller Club of Piraeus
  • WISTA
  • AMVER

Historical fleet

VESSEL’S NAME TYPE FLAG BUILT PLACE OF BUILT SDWT IN MTS
DINA TH MPP/GEN. CARGO GREEK 1980 KOREA 16651
JOSEFA BULK CARRIER GREEK 1981 ROMANIA 4620
SILVIE TANKER PANAMA 1981 JAPAN 1800
SAN PORFYRIOS GENERAL CARGO PANAMA 1990 CROATIA 3146
NIN MPP GEORGIA 1979 GERMANY 1810
BERGEN CASTLE DOUBLE END RORO MOLDOVA 1978 NORWAY 1220
AGGELIKI GEN. CARGO BELIZE 1977 HOLLAND 2909
POPI P. GEN. CARGO GREEK 1977 JAPAN 16261
COSTIA PEPHANIS GEN. CARGO GREEK 1968 SPAIN 3577
MENELAOS GEN. CARGO GREEK 1968 SPAIN 3577
EVVA GEN. CARGO PANAMA 1965 NORWAY 1250
CRAZY HARRY GEN. CARGO GREEK 1957 WEST GERMANY 3050
SILK GEN. CARGO GREEK 1956 JAPAN 7886
MESSINIA GEN. CARGO CYPRUS 1948 WEST GERMAN 2337
LEON DREDGER GREEK 1955 DENMARK 715

Our People

…Are our competitive advantage

At New Kronos Star Maritime Company S.A. (NKS), we firmly believe that good and experienced people make a good and successful company.

Our management team combines extensive seafaring experience with many years of shore-based ship management and operational expertise. This combination of practical knowledge and management experience enables NKS to provide reliable, high-quality services to our vessels and clients while responding effectively to the challenges of modern shipping.

Our Line Managers and Department Heads are responsible for leading their respective areas and ensuring that the Company maintains the experience, competence and resources required to meet its objectives and execute all operational and management activities to the highest standards.

Having been involved in ship management and vessel ownership for many years, NKS has developed a strong pool of highly skilled and experienced seafarers. Our crew members are carefully selected and, where appropriate, deployed across the Company’s fleet, allowing us to maintain continuity, familiarity with our procedures and consistently high operational standards.

At NKS, we consider our seafarers to be one of the Company’s most valuable assets. Our crew represents the Company on board and plays a fundamental role in maintaining our standards of safety, operational efficiency, vessel care and professional conduct.

We believe that experienced and committed people, both ashore and on board, create value far beyond the day-to-day operation of a vessel. They protect our assets, enhance operational performance and, most importantly, strengthen the reputation and long-term value of NKS.

Good people make a good company

Vision

Throughout our years in the shipping industry, New Kronos Star Maritime Company S.A. (NKS) has built strong and lasting relationships with charterers, brokers, cargo interests and other valued business partners. These relationships, founded on trust, reliability and consistent performance, form an important part of our commercial strength.

Our vision is to preserve, strengthen and further expand these long-standing relationships, while developing new partnerships and identifying mutually beneficial business opportunities.

As part of this growth strategy, NKS aims to continuously develop and optimize its fleet through the acquisition of carefully selected vessels, while also renewing or replacing existing tonnage where appropriate. Our objective is to maintain a modern, efficient and commercially competitive fleet capable of meeting the evolving requirements of our customers and trading partners.

We believe that sustainable growth is achieved through long-term relationships, responsible vessel ownership, disciplined investment and consistently high standards of ship management.

Our vision is therefore to grow prudently and sustainably, building on our experience while creating long-term value for our clients, business partners and the Company.

CONTACT US

5, Akti Miaouli Street

185 35, Piraeus

Greece

Tel:  +30 210 4116911-2, +30 210 4122222

e-mails: info(at)newkronos.gr

chartering(at)newkronos.gr

snp(at)newkronos.gr

crew(at)newkronos.gr