Europe Guide 2026 : Greece
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Provided by Sarantitis
Ship Finance
SARANTITIS Law Firm Piraeus Office has been serving the shipping industry for over 40 years and is recognized as a leading legal advisor, providing integrated advice to shipping companies and financial institutions on domestic and international transactions, including newbuilding and second-hand acquisitions, sale and purchase contracts, structured financing, syndicated lending, capital market products (bond and equity) and offshore matters. The Firm’s specialized litigation team offers full services in mortgage enforcement, covering the entire procedure from ship arrest to public auction. The team combines sector knowledge with strategic thinking, delivering innovative and tailored solutions to complex legal issues.
Shipping & Transport
Since the 1960s the Firm has maintained a strong presence in Piraeus, one of the world’s most important shipping hubs, participating in legal developments and actively engaging in the sector. The Firm has a dynamic litigation practice before the Piraeus Courts of Maritime Disputes and monitors financial matters regarding taxation of shipping companies and overall shipping activity by participating in national and international fora, supporting the special taxation status of vessels and joining legislative committees on maritime law issues.
SARANTITIS Law Firm collaborates seamlessly with cross-border practices and jurisdictions, providing comprehensive expertise, international insight and enhanced client service.
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Sarantitis offers a wide range of services for shipping sector clients. The law firm assists with all issues relating to the purchase or sale of vessels, restructuring processes and the negotiation of finance agreements, as well as compliance matters. The team has further experience in defending insurers in high-profile cross-border litigation, often acting alongside international law firms in disputes.
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Sarantitis assisted Chronos Shipping with the sale of Japanese built-Kamsarmax vessels to separate domestic companies, valued at USD110 million.
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Sarantitis demonstrates in-depth legal knowledge of all cases.
The lawyers at Sarantitis are very responsive and have experience in all matters of shipping. We never doubt that we will get accurate information and good advice.
It pays attention to detail and is quick to respond.
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Eleni Papakosta is the firm's head of department and advises clients on cross-border vessel acquisitions, restructurings and acquisition finance transactions.
Eleni Papakosta is very detailed, focused and quick to respond.
She's very experienced, capable and friendly.
Angeliki Agrimaki offers experience handling corporate and commercial mandates, including negotiating acquisitions of vessels and related loan agreements, as well as restructurings and refinancings.
Head of Shipping
Shipping
Provided by Sarantitis
Dimitris Bachoumas
Leonidas Panagopoulos
George Dedes
Alexandros Metaxas
Raptis Terina
Angeliki Agrimaki
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