THE SPEAKERS 2024

Angelos Tyrogalas

Chief Operating Officer of Contships Management Inc

Angelos Tyrogalas is a distinguished maritime industry executive, renowned for his exceptional leadership as the Chief Operating Officer at Contships Management Inc. With a diverse educational background, holding a BEng in Naval Architecture & Ocean Engineering, an MSc in Marine Engineering, and an MBA, Angelos has harnessed his technical acumen and business savvy to drive significant growth and operational excellence in the shipping sector.

Beginning his career at V.Ships within their Glasgow, Monaco, Shanghai, Singapore and Cyprus offices as well as Niki Shipping Company Inc. ( a Greek Swiss Ship Investment Company), Angelos demonstrated an innate ability for strategic investment and project management, contributing to substantial advancements in these organizations.

His tenure at Contships, starting in 2015, marked a pivotal point in his career, where he played a critical role in expanding the company's fleet to 50 vessels, establishing it as a worldwide leader in managing 900-1500 TEU container Feeder Container vessels. His leadership was instrumental in building a robust workforce, surpassing operational goals, and enhancing service quality while maintaining high safety standards.

Angelos' expertise extends beyond operational management to include finance, investment strategy, and technical aspects of ship owning. He is credited for making strategic alliances, smart acquisitions, and optimizing resources, resulting in impressive returns on investments. His reputation as a versatile, commercially astute leader is well-founded, with a track record of identifying and capitalizing on market opportunities.

A fluent communicator, Angelos excels in building international partnerships and leading multicultural teams. His approach is characterized by a passion for quality, customer service excellence, and a commitment to high ethical standards.

Angelos Tyrogalas is not just a leader in his field; he is a visionary, constantly seeking new horizons in the maritime industry.