Operations Department
One of the most important goals of the department is to maintain strong relationship with all the people involved (Charterers / Suppliers / Agents), while adequately advising for the vessels financial performance. Operational Manager: Mr George Sympouras. Managing director and Operational manager of Sunberry Oceanways Ltd. with extensive 40+ years’ experience in the shipping industry.
Diverse background in both maritime sector and information technology ranging from data science, software development, programming, to fleet operation, purchase and acquisition. In the years 1978-1981, he developed a pioneer software for Ships and Information Management, which at a later stage was sold to 150+ Shipping Companies in Greece. In 1984 he established, in Piraeus, Symbol Computer Services, a company providing Software for the Shipping Enterprises.
With decades of experience at sea, our Master Marine Cpt. Giannis Bethanis brings proven leadership, technical expertise, and uncompromising safety standards to every vessel and operation. He has commanded a wide range of commercial vessels across international waters, managing complex voyages, diverse crews, and demanding operational environments.
His background covers ship handling, navigation, passage planning, cargo operations, stability management, and compliance with international maritime regulations. He has extensive hands-on experience with port operations, inspections, audits, and coordination with flag states, classification societies, and port authorities.
Safety Department
In accordance with Sunberry’s policies, the company ensures safe ship operations and a safe working environment at all times. All identified risks to vessels, personnel, and the environment are systematically assessed, and appropriate preventive and mitigating measures are implemented.
By closely following and applying the requirements of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code, the company continuously incorporates applicable regulations, best practices, and new requirements in order to maintain a consistently high level of safety and operational reliability.
The department is responsible for the auditing of both vessels and shore-based operations, continuous monitoring of internal procedures, claims handling, and comprehensive risk assessment and management.
The department is headed by Antonios Sympouras, Designated Person Ashore (DPA). With more than ten years of experience in the maritime industry, he ensures that the company’s vessels are managed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with statutory and company requirements. He holds a BSc in Maritime Studies from the University of Piraeus and an MSc in Business and Risk Management from the University of Athens.
Crew Department
At Sunberry, we recognize the human element as the foundation of safe and efficient shipping. Operating within a constantly evolving regulatory and operational environment, we maintain high standards across all areas of our activities through the competence, discipline, and professionalism of our personnel.
We ensure that all seafarers employed across the fleet hold the necessary qualifications, certifications, and licenses in full compliance with international conventions, standards, and regulatory requirements. Through careful selection, continuous monitoring, and ongoing training, our vessels are consistently manned by experienced, competent, and well-trained crews capable of meeting the operational demands of modern shipping.
- Monitoring manning level and forecasting manning needs of all vessels.
- The identification of hiring/promotion needs as well as the determination of required qualification and shills.
- Hiring of all shipboard personnel, directly via authorized Manning Offices.
- Controlling and assessing the performance of Manning Offices.
- Consistently evaluating the efficiency of all seafarers.
- Maintains updated records of all seafarers employed by the Company.
- Setting control of the annual Crew Budgeting.
Sunberry has an affiliated Company Quad Marine Manning Agency at Manila, Philippines providing competent crew for her fleet
Technical department
The Technical Department is responsible for providing comprehensive technical support to shipboard personnel, including all necessary documentation and guidance to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation and maintenance of the company’s vessels. The department ensures strict adherence to the company’s policies, procedures, and all applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
Key responsibilities include the preparation and review of technical reports, the collection and analysis of vessel performance data, and the systematic management of technical records within the company’s systems. This encompasses service and maintenance reports, procurement and invoicing data, certification status, and other technical and operational information essential for effective fleet management.
The department is headed by Mr. Stamatis Sympouras, Technical Manager. He holds an MEng degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering from the University of Strathclyde, is a licensed Third Engineer with two years of seagoing experience, and has over seven years of experience as a Superintendent Engineer.
The company’s Superintendent Engineers, Markelos Ioannidis, Chief Engineer, and Dimitris Sympouras, MEng, conduct regular vessel visits to assess the condition and performance of machinery, systems, and onboard inventories. Maintenance standards are upheld through continuous monitoring of vessel performance, planned maintenance systems, and close supervision of surveys and inspections.
The Technical Department also oversees the timely, efficient, and cost-effective supply of spares and stores, ensuring uninterrupted operations and the consistent application of high technical standards across the fleet.
Accounting Department
- accounts payable and relevant invoices
- accounts receivable and relevant hire / freight statements
- payments & collections
- bank reconciliation
- payroll & tax
- inventories & consumption
- fixed assets, depreciation - amortization
- loan obligations
Our priority in Sunberry Oceanways Ltd. is to provide accurate, complete and useful information to the users of our financial statements / reports. In order to achieve this, we collect data properly from the accounting software to prepare financial reports that can be used for budgeting, forecasting and other decision-making process. Head of the Accounting / Financial Reporting Department is Ms. Anastasiou Sofia. Extensive word experience in large auditing firms (Deloitte, Moore Stephens) specialized in audit, financial analysis & reporting of shipping companies. Tax consultant Professional License (A’ class) holder as well as CPA: Certified Public Accountant, IFRS Specialist: DipIFR – Diploma in International Financial Reporting Standards, ACCA Professional Certification: Postgraduate professional qualification for auditors / accountants of IESOEL (Institute for the Education of Certified Accountants). She hold a BSc in Economic Studies and an MSc in Applied Accounting & Auditing by the University of Athens.