About
Nereus Shipping S.A.

Nereus Shipping S.A. is dedicated to providing services to the tanker & bulker markets at the highest possible level. We are committed to upholding outstanding standards with regard to Safety, Environmental Protection, Health, Security and Performance. Our employees are skilled and experienced through ongoing training and development, that focuses on their continuous improvement. All of our vessels fly the Greek Flag.

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Nereus Shipping S.A.

Our Vision & Mission

Vision

Our vision is to lead every market we serve by putting our customers first and raising the bar on quality and service. We are committed to safety and environmental protection, striving for excellence through continuous improvement. With teamwork, care, and respect for our people, we strive to make a positive impact every day.

Mission

We aim to deliver exceptional ship management services for the tanker and bulker market, building trust and loyalty with our partners while making our team proud.    

Our focus is on safety, environmental care, and exceeding customer expectations. We operate efficiently, always respecting human rights, health, safety, the environment, and property security.    

We stay flexible to adapt to changes and continually improve by learning, sharing, and implementing best practices. We prioritize identifying risks and creating safeguards to ensure smooth, risk-free operations.

Above all, we value our people as the heart of a strong safety culture.  

Our People

Investing in our seafarers and their training has always been our top priority. Following the vision of our founder, Costas Μ. Lemos, a legend of Greek 20th-century shipping, we strive to build a better future for our people, who are the heart of our company

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Our Aspiration and Goals

We promote the concepts of safety, health, environmental and security excellence and expects all employees from the top management to every seafarer serving on board to participate in the effort to achieve and sustain long-term improvements towards a state of excellence. We aim to reach the following long-term aspirations and goals though continual improvement:

  • Zero Accident Operations

  • Zero Security & Cyber Security Incidents

  • Zero Oil Spills or Harmful Releases to the Environment

  • Minimize the Environmental Impact of Its Operations

  • Reduction in Permitted Emissions

  • Zero Port State Deficiencies

  • Zero External Non Conformities

  • Continuous Improvement

  • Zero Customer Complaints

  • Operations at a Stage of Excellence (OCIMF TMSA Stage 4 Compliance)

Our Values

COLLABORATION

We work as one team, fostering harmony, empowering employees, and prioritizing safety and well-being. We embrace the principles that errors are normal, blame fixes nothing, learning is key, context shapes behavior, and how we respond to failure matters.

HONESTY
We are truthful, transparent, and open in all interactions, ensuring trust and integrity in everything we do.
INTEGRITY
We do the right thing, even when no one is watching. Our actions reflect our values without compromise.
RESPECT
We value differences, support others, and promote a “just culture”. We stand firmly against bullying and discrimination.
EXPERIENCE
We combine knowledge with innovation to drive progress.
DILIGENCE

We go the extra mile, focus on results, and maximize team capabilities with accountability and resilience.

PREFERRED PARTNERS
We collaborate with those who share our commitment to safe, reliable, and value-driven operations worldwide.

Commitment to a Safe, Respectful,
and Inclusive Workplace

Nereus Shipping S.A. is dedicated to providing a safe, dignified, and harassment-free working environment, both ashore and on board, that promotes respect for all individuals and upholds universal human rights.

Respect for Human Rights

We are committed to protecting and promoting human rights in all aspects of our operations, ensuring fairness, equality, and dignity for everyone we work with.

 Non-Discrimination

No employee shall face discrimination based on race, color, gender, religion, union membership, or affiliations.

Zero Tolerance for Violence and Harassment

Violence refers to any action that threatens safety or causes damage, while harassment involves behavior that undermines dignity, creates a hostile environment, or instills fear. This can include physical threats, bullying, verbal abuse, offensive remarks, or retaliatory actions.

Employee Rights

Everyone has the right to be treated with respect and courtesy, and to reject and report any form of violence, harassment, or discrimination through the company’s established procedures.

Code of Conduct

At Nereus Shipping S.A., we are committed to delivering world-class ship management services while adhering to the highest standards of safety, health, environmental care, and ethical business practices.

  • Ethical Conduct: All operations are conducted lawfully, honestly, and with integrity.

  • Respect and Inclusion: Discrimination, harassment, abuse, and cyberbullying are strictly prohibited.

  • Fair Business Practices: All dealings are governed by objective criteria, respecting human rights, cultures, and avoiding conflicts of interest.

  • Asset Protection: Company assets, tangible or intangible, are used solely for legitimate business purposes.

  • Anti-Corruption: Bribery, fraud, and deception are strictly prohibited. Only nominal, business-appropriate gifts are acceptable.

  • Safety and Environment: Everyone has the right to “stop work” if it poses safety, health, or environmental risks. Managers are role models for a safe and respectful work environment.

  • Privacy and Conflicts: Employees must avoid personal or financial activities that could conflict with Company interests.

  • Prohibited Activities: Possession or distribution of materials inciting terrorism, discrimination, or cruelty, as well as illegal drug use, is forbidden.

  • Transparency: Procurement and financial transactions are fair and transparent.

  • Open Communication: Collaboration and free exchange of expertise are encouraged for effective decision-making.

  • Compliance: All laws and regulations are strictly followed in business conduct.

  • Respectful Workplace: Violence, intimidation, and disrespect are not tolerated. Politeness and fairness are expected at all times.

Nereus Shipping S.A. fosters cooperation with authorities and prioritizes ethical excellence in all operations.

Our Services

Excellence in all business operations is at the heart  
of Nereus Shipping S.A.’s business philosophy  

Commercial Management
Nereus Shipping S.A. provides premium commercial services including chartering, vessel operation and insurance
Technical Management
Nereus Shipping S.A. ensures that all vessels are properly maintained, exceeding standards set by the industry’s requirements and regulations
Crew Management
Nereus Shipping S.A. recruits talented seafarers ensuring that all vessels under-management are crewed by motivated and well-trained personnel

Crew Management

Nereus Shipping S.A. recruits and offers career opportunities to Greek Officers and Fillipino ratings. Crew department is responsible for the manning of vessels which includes the sourcing, selection, recruitment, travelling plus the professional development and education of all the crew staff.  

Our selection methods ensure our crew have the required professional qualification but equally importantly the required personality to maintain the “Family connected and caring for each other” environment applied onboard all our vessels. Consistent training programmes, ensure our crew to be in line always with the latest legislation and industry demands.   

Technical Management

The maintenance standards on Nereus Shipping S.A. vessels meet the requirements of classification societies, flag, worldwide port requirements as well as major companies.   To achieve this, skilled and experienced superintends work 24/7 to ensure that each equipment, requirement, maintenance, efficiency are properly met.  

Major tools in hand is the use of various software which ensure the in time application of measures, maintenance, efficiency to minimize off hire periods with the aim of zero class recommendations imposed as well as the minimizing of comments from vetting companies.  

Purchasing of various supplies, spares are vital to ensure good quality, mainly oriented from the original maker sources. Experiences superintendents’ team is also occupied in new building project from the day one contract stage until the specification review, improvement, the plan approval and supervision during the building. The knowledge gained is left in house since operation of the new build vessels is managed after the new vessels deliveries.