Members
Dr. Maria Boile is Professor of Port and Terminal Policy and Management at the Department of Maritime Studies and Director of the Quantitative Analysis in Shipping…
Professor Maria Boile
Director of QuALS
Dr. Maria Boile is Professor of Port and Terminal Policy and Management at the Department of Maritime Studies and Director of the Quantitative Analysis in Shipping Laboratory at the University of Piraeus. She has served as Research Director at the Hellenic Institute of Transport (HIT) at the Centre for Research & Technology Hellas (CERTH) and the Rutgers CAIT: Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation at Rutgers University in the US. She also serves as Coordinator of the European Waterborne Technology Platform. Her field of expertise is “Port and Terminal Policy and Management”. Within the scope of QuALS, her research focuses on the quantitative analysis of port and terminal operations, maritime infrastructure planning, policy evaluation, and strategic decision-making. She leads interdisciplina projects addressing port sustainability, capacity optimization, and multimodal integration, linking infrastructure investment with environmental and operational performance. Her work directly supports the lab’s mission to provide evidence-based insights for shaping future-ready port systems. She is also actively involved in international policy dialogue and institutional cooperation, bridging academic research with EU and national policy agendas, and contributing to knowledge transfer and high-level training programs globally.
Dr. Alexander Artikis is the Deputy Director of QuALS, Professor of Maritime Informatics at the Department of Maritime Studies at the University of Piraeus…
Professor Alexander Artikis
Deputy Director of QuALS
Dr. Alexander Artikis is the Deputy Director of QuALS, Professor of Maritime Informatics at the Department of Maritime Studies at the University of Piraeus, and Affiliated Faculty/Research Associate at NCSR Demokritos. His field of expertise is “Information Technology in Shipping and Transport”. His research focuses on complex event processing, real-time analytics, and AI based decision systems, all of which are central to QuALS’ digital transformation agenda. He contributes to the development of predictive algorithms, intelligent monitoring systems, and advanced maritime information platforms, enhancing the lab’s capabilities in automation, situational awareness, and operational optimization. He also plays a leading role in interdisciplina research projects that integrate computer science, operations research and maritime domain knowledge, supporting the lab’s mission to pioneer next-generation digital solutions for the shipping industry.
Dr. Theodoros Pelagidis is Professor of Economic Analysis at the Department of Maritime Studies at the University of Piraeus, the Deputy Governor of the Bank…
Professor Theodoros Pelagidis
Dr. Theodoros Pelagidis is Professor of Economic Analysis at the Department of Maritime Studies at the University of Piraeus, the Deputy Governor of the Bank of Greece, and former Finance Minister. His field of expertise is “Economic Analysis”. Within QuALS he provides thought leadership on the macroeconomic and financial dimensions of the maritime and logistics sectors, contributing to the lab’s work on market modeling, trade dynamics, port competitiveness, and investment strategies. His deep understanding of regulatory economics, public finance, and international trade enables the lab to position its research within broader economic policy contexts, ensuring that outputs are aligned with national and European strategic objectives. He also supports the development of policy briefs and foresight studies, linking academic research with high-level policymaking and institutional dialogue.
Dr. Stefanos Chatzinikolaou is an Assistant Professor of Marine Technology and Ship Efficiency at the Department of Maritime Studies at the University…
Assistant Professor Stefanos Chatzinikolaou
Dr. Stefanos Chatzinikolaou is an Assistant Professor of Marine Technology and Ship Efficiency at the Department of Maritime Studies at the University of Piraeus and a Senior Advisor for Research & Innovation at RINA. His field of expertise is “Ship Technology and Efficiency”. Within QuALS, his research contributes to the quantitative evaluation of ship performance, energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and compliance with environmental regulations. He plays a key role in projects related to alternative propulsion systems, decarbonization pathways, and the integration of energy-saving technologies. His expertise directly supports the lab’s focus on sustainable maritime transport and the green transition, while also contributing to the development of training modules and policy-relevant studies that link technological innovation with regulatory frameworks and industry practices.
Dr. Georgios Daniil is an Assistant Professor of Maritime Law at the Department of Maritime Studies at the University of Piraeus, an expert in Maritime Law…
Assistant Professor Georgios Daniil
Dr. Georgios Daniil is an Assistant Professor of Maritime Law at the Department of Maritime Studies at the University of Piraeus, an expert in Maritime Law, Marine Insurance, and Law of the Sea. Within the scope of QuALS, his research supports the quantitative and legal analysis of maritime risk, insurance frameworks, compliance issues, and regulatory environments, enhancing the lab’s multidisciplinary approach to maritime safety, liability modeling, and port governance. He also contributes to research and training related to contractual risk allocation and legal preparedness for climate-related and geopolitical disruptions, ensuring that the legal dimension is fully integrated into the lab’s work on resilient and future-ready maritime systems.
Aggelos Aggelakakis is a PhD candidate at the Department of Maritime Studies of the University of Piraeus, conducting research on Port Infrastructure…
Aggelos Aggelakakis
Aggelos Aggelakakis is a PhD candidate at the Department of Maritime Studies of the University of Piraeus, conducting research on Port Infrastructure and Operations Resilience. He is a member of the Quantitative Analysis in Shipping Laboratory (QuALS), where he has contributed to the implementation of several research projects. He holds an MSc in Transport Systems and has extensive experience in European and national research programmes, as well as traffic studies in Greece and Cyprus. He has also completed international training in Maritime and Port Security at the Galilee International Management Institute. Since 2013, he has been a Research Associate at the Hellenic Institute of Transport (CERTH-HIT).
Anastasios K. Ziakas is an economist and Ph.D. candidate at the University of Piraeus, and member of the Quantitative Analysis in Shipping Laboratory…
Anastasios Ziakas
Anastasios K. Ziakas is an economist and Ph.D. candidate at the University of Piraeus, and member of the Quantitative Analysis in Shipping Laboratory since April 2022. He is also a member of the Economic Chamber of Greece since 2019. He serves as a Research Associate at the University of Piraeus Research Center (UPRC). He holds a Bachelor in Business Administration from the Athens University of Economics and Business (2019) and an MSc in Shipping from the University of Piraeus (2021), with a thesis on dry ports’ location selection. His expertise includes data analysis, economics, finance, and Python-based data modeling. His research focuses on coastal shipping, environmental economics, and sustainable shipping, with a particular interest in maritime energy transition. His work has been presented at international conferences such as ICTR (2021, 2023), MARTECH2024, the Transportation Research Board (TRB2024) and the Shipping and Trade Alliance for Research Forum (2025).
He graduated with honors from the Department of Maritime Studies of the University of Piraeus in 2017 and was honored with the scholarship SEVASMIA REGKOS…
Andreas Kouvaras
He graduated with honors from the Department of Maritime Studies of the University of Piraeus in 2017 and was honored with the scholarship SEVASMIA REGKOS (Propeller Club of the U.S. International Port of Piraeus). He holds a Master’s Degree in Business Law (specialization in Maritime Law) from the Law School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. At the same time, he is studying at the undergraduate level at the Medical School of National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and at the postgraduate level at the Information Systems of Linnaeus University. Finally, in 2017 he participated in the writing of the chapter “Coastal and Maritime Tourism” in the collective project “European Governance in key areas for the recovery of Greece: Agricultural Production, Tourism, Maritime Policy” carried out by the European Center of Excellence Jean Monnet of the University of Athens, under the European Commission’s three year lifelong learning program (2014-17).
Christos Nedeloglou is a research associate at University of Piraeus Research Center and a member of the Quantitative Analysis in Shipping Laboratory (QuALS)…
Christos Nedeloglou
Christos Nedeloglou is a research associate at University of Piraeus Research Center and a member of the Quantitative Analysis in Shipping Laboratory (QuALS) . He holds a BA in Balkan, Slavic, and Oriental Studies from the University of Macedonia and an MSc in Logistics and Supply Chain from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), where his thesis focused on the maritime supply chain dimension of Europe’s natural gas sourcing. His research interests include supply chain management, shipping, energy, and the development of policies at the national and European levels, with a focus on competitiveness and sustainability.
Georgios Ntanis is an Electrical and Electronic Engineer, specialized in telecommunications, signal & image processing and computer systems. He holds an MSc…
Georgios Ntanis
Georgios Ntanis is an Electrical and Electronic Engineer, specialized in telecommunications, signal & image processing and computer systems. He holds an MSc in Mobile and Distributed Computer Networks, awarded in 2004. His work experience has been accumulated from the involvement in EU and national research projects, as well as various sectors of industry, especially covering technical and consulting roles. He is a member of the Quantitative Analysis in Shipping Laboratory (QuALS) and is currently working as a research associate at Hellenic Institute of Transport (HIT) of the Centre for Research & Technology Hellas (CERTH)
Giorgos Papacharalampous holds a BSc in Informatics and Telematics from Harokopio University of Athens and a MA in Audiovisual and Motion Graphics Design…
Georgios Papacharalampous
Giorgos Papacharalampous holds a BSc in Informatics and Telematics from Harokopio University of Athens and a MA in Audiovisual and Motion Graphics Design from the University of West Attica. He is a member of the Quantitative Analysis in Shipping Laboratory where he manages and supports the operation of advanced equipment, including UAVs, USVs, ROVs, and a full mission simulator, as well as a certified remote pilot and UAS operator. He has participated in numerous European projects, with specialization in Predictive Maintenance Systems and design of Eplatforms.
Konstantia Karagkouni is an Engineer of Spatial Planning and Regional Development, with MSc in Organization, Management and Planning of Transport Systems…
Konstantia Karagkouni
Konstantia Karagkouni is an Engineer of Spatial Planning and Regional Development, with MSc in Organization, Management and Planning of Transport Systems (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, GR). In 2017 she worked for the Transport, Urban Planning and Economics Laboratory (LAET) in Lyon, France. She successfully completed the quarterly training seminar in 2018 held by The Greek Exporters Association (SEVE) “Export trade transactions of products” combining series of theoretical courses and internship in a private company. Finally, she has experience on the management-coordination and implementation of co-funded projects of the European Union (HORIZON, Interreg Europe, etc.). Since April 2020, she is a member of CERTH/HIT, where she is participating in research programs on sustainable mobility and maritime transport.
Konstantinos Papaefthymiou is a Naval Architect and Marine Engineer and a Consultant at Ricardo Energy and Environment, where he works within the Sustainable…
Konstantinos Papaefthymiou
Konstantinos Papaefthymiou is a Naval Architect and Marine Engineer and a Consultant at Ricardo Energy and Environment, where he works within the Sustainable Transport team. His expertise lies in maritime decarbonisation, regulatory compliance, and strategy development, supporting both public and private sector clients in advancing environmental performance and aligning with evolving IMO and EU frameworks
He has previously served as a Performance Engineer and Environmental Expert at ShipReality, contributing to the development of advanced digital solutions for vessel optimization using 3D design, XR technologies, and energy-efficiency compliance tools. Earlier roles include Research Engineer and Environmental Specialist positions at RINA, where he delivered research outputs, conducted IMO-focused training on energy efficiency and decarbonisation, and advised shipping companies on regulatory alignment. His work has also included compliance assessments for EU MRV and IMO DCS schemes and analysis of EEXI-related technical solutions
Konstantinos holds an MEng in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), with a specialization in vessel operational data and hull performance. He has contributed to several European-funded projects—such as SafePASS, NAVGREEN, V-ACCESS, and PreMETS—providing expertise in regulatory frameworks, risk assessment, energy-efficiency measures, and predictive-maintenance best practices.
Symeoni-Eleni Soursou is an energy and environmental economist with extensive experience in corporate development, economic analysis, competition policy…
Simeoni Eleni Soursou
Symeoni-Eleni Soursou is an energy and environmental economist with extensive experience in corporate development, economic analysis, competition policy, and strategic consulting. She is a Ph.D. Candidate at the University of Piraeus, specializing in the role of the EU Emissions Trading System in power market dynamics, and has contributed to academic instruction in microeconomics, industrial policy, and energy economics
Her professional background includes roles at Apollo Green Solutions in AI-driven energy management, the Hellenic Competition Commission’s Market Mapping and Merger Task Force Unit, and Eurobank’s Economic Analysis & Research Unit, where she produced research on energy transition, sustainability, and macroeconomic developments. She has also held consultancy positions at Critical Future LTD and supported communications and strategic development in both the cultural and private sectors
Symeoni-Eleni has authored and co-authored multiple publications on energy markets, environmental policy, renewable energy, and energy poverty in leading academic outlets, including Elsevier and MDPI. She serves as a Research Associate at the Greek Energy Forum and a Board Member of the Hellenic Association of Photovoltaic Companies, while also acting as a reviewer for several international journals in the fields of energy and environmental economics
Theodora Griva is a junior mechanical engineer specializing in wind energy, solar power, and hydrogen storage. She holds a Mechanical Engineering diploma…
Theodora Griva
Theodora Griva is a junior mechanical engineer specializing in wind energy, solar power, and hydrogen storage. She holds a Mechanical Engineering diploma from National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) and is currently pursuing an MBA in Sustainability at the University of Piraeus. Her experience includes research on risk assessment for onshore wind turbines within the EU-funded projects, as well as contributions to technical reports and energy assessment tools for European island initiatives. She is skilled in quantitative analysis, energy systems evaluation, and the application of advanced engineering software.
Lila Perra is an Urban and Regional Planner and a PhD candidate at the University of Piraeus. She has been a member of the Quantitative Analysis in Shipping…
Vasiliki Maria Perra
Lila Perra is an Urban and Regional Planner and a PhD candidate at the University of Piraeus. She has been a member of the Quantitative Analysis in Shipping Laboratory, UniPi since 2021. She also works as an associate researcher at CERTH/HIT, contributing to research projects focused on Sustainable Mobility and Maritime Transport.
She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Thessaly in Volos (2014), and two MSc Degrees from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), one in ‘Environmental Protection and Sustainable Development’ (2015), and another in ‘Techniques and Methods in Spatial Analysis, Planning and Management’ (2018).
Her PhD research focuses on Maritime Spatial Planning, with a particular emphasis on Short Sea Shipping and territorial cohesion, and their monitoring and evaluation through key performance indicators (KPIs). She also has expertise in spatial analysis and planning, using GIS and CAD, and has participated in numerous research projects, scientific conferences, and academic publications.
Alexandra Itani is a member of the administrative staff at the Department of Maritime Studies at the University of Piraeus. She graduated from the Department…
Alexandra Itani
Alexandra Itani is a member of the administrative staff at the Department of Maritime Studies at the University of Piraeus. She graduated from the Department of Marketing at the Technological Educational Institute of Athens and completed her Master’s degree at the Department of Maritime Studies at the University of Piraeus. Her thesis focused on the European Green Deal and its challenges for the maritime industry. She is a member of the Quantitative Analysis in Shipping Laboratory where she participates in various EUfunded research projects, serving as a project management coordinator. She also supports the administrative and financial management of European and National projects.
Eleni Vargianiti is a graduate of Political Science and holds a Master’s Degree in Public Policy and European Governance from the University of Peloponnese…
Eleni Vargianiti
Eleni Vargianiti is a graduate of Political Science and holds a Master’s Degree in Public Policy and European Governance from the University of Peloponnese. She is a Research Associate responsible for Financial Management and Implementation of Research Projects, with her main responsibilities including the preparation and monitoring of budgets, the drafting of financial reports, and the submission of research proposals.