1 Platonos & 18 Sotiros Dios,
Piraeus, Attiki, 185 35, Greece

Summer School | Shipping in Action!

Dates:

July 6 – 9 2026

Duration:

4 Days

Hours:

10:00 – 17:00

Fees:

Available upon request

HMC/ICS and ALBA have collaborated to offer a unique introductory summer course in Shipping, hosted in Greece — a country with a centuries-long maritime tradition and the largest merchant fleet in the world in terms of both value and size.

The program takes place in Athens (at ALBA) and Piraeus (at HMC/ICS) — the vibrant center of global shipping activity, home to over 700 companies and one of the fastest-growing container ports worldwide, operated by COSCO.

Designed to provide an immersive learning experience, the course introduces participants to the Greek shipping industry – the “Greek Shipping Miracle” – and to the fundamentals of the international maritime business. Key topics include:

Emerging technologies in shipping
Environmental challenges and sustainability
Commercial aspects such as Sale & Purchase and Chartering

Delivered by distinguished industry professionals, the course combines academic insight with real-world exposure. Participants will also take part in educational field visits to leading maritime companies, ships, and ports, exploring all major market segments — Dry, Liquid, Container, and Ports.

Thanks to Alba and HMC/ICS strong links to the shipping industry, students will gain access and have the chance to utilize the strong shipping network through networking activities, both in and out of the classroom with business leaders, faculty, alumni and students from around the world.
Last but not least a set of cultural and touristic activities will be incorporated in the course.