The company was established in 1970 by Captain Panagiotis N. Tsakos with its operation headquarters in Athens, Greece. During almost half century in business, Tsakos Shipping and Trading S.A. has significantly expanded its shipping activities and world-wide operational capability through a solid performance in providing reliable transport services. It’s astute and consistently prudent management has resulted in the company gradually becoming the preferred partner of choice for a wide range of entrepreneurs. The Tsakos brand name has thus become synonymous with the principles of quality, reliability, credibility, efficiency and commitment to excellence. The company manages a diversified fleet of vessels comprising LNG, tankers, bulk carriers and container ships. Furthermore, it offers, through specialized departments or separate corporate entities, a plethora of services ranging from newbuilding supervision to financing, insurance and corporate services.