Marlink, a leader in managed services for business-critical IT solutions, has signed a definitive agreement to merge its 100% owned subsidiary Telemar Group with TNL Group, the Athens-based maritime specialist in high-quality technical, navigation, and safety services to the Greek shipping industry.
As a key component of Marlink Group’s Possibility Platform, the merged entity will be a top three player in the maritime and superyacht OT/IoT service market, with more than 250 employees providing managed and professional services.
The combined entity will allow customers to accelerate digital transformation, with smart maintenance and bridge OT security forming part of an integrated, managed services ecosystem designed to support smarter, safer, and more sustainable maritime operations.
The merger was signed and closed on 9 July 2025, marking a further milestone in Marlink Group strategy to expand its presence and capability as a provider of managed services globally. TNL’s long-standing strong position in the Greek maritime sector and its unparalleled local insight and operational excellence combines seamlessly with Telemar’s 80 years of experience serving global customer markets from its base in Italy.
The new entity will provide the following customer benefits:
- Expanded service and solution coverage to new and existing customers providing global coverage with a local presence;
- Remote bridge diagnostics for maritime customers providing time and cost-optimised maintenance;
- Enhanced safety services with annual survey and inspection of critical components simplifying compliance.
- Telemar CEO Mike Bauwens will lead the expanded operation which will co-ordinate service delivery and customer success across global offices in Europe, US and Asia with continued support from TNL’s Evangelos Andriotis and Panagiotis Spanos.
About Telemar
For over 75 years, our maritime journey has been fuelled by expertise and innovation. We’re not just a service provider; we’re your maritime partner, offering a dynamic blend of bridge electronic solutions, onboard and maintenance services. Wherever you're located, we’re here to assist in equipping, digitising and optimising your remote business operations using state-of-the-art bridge electronics, on-board and Smart Maintenance services with cutting-edge network solutions. Through continuous innovation, expertise, and applied technology, we unite systems and people with a forward-thinking approach. At Telemar, we're not just creating solutions; we’re unlocking Possibilities. Anywhere.
Image: Mike Bauwens, CEO, Telemar, Evangelos Andriotis, CEO, TNL, Erik Ceuppens, CEO Marlink Group and Panagiotis Spanos, Managing Director, TNL
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