Leading the New Era of Global Shipping
In a world where the global supply chain and investors seek the perfect balance between reliability, high efficiency, and sustainability, CMF—an entity associated with Evangelos Marinakis—is set to redefine the global landscape of container shipping.
With its upcoming listing on the Athens Stock Exchange (Euronext Athens), CMF does not merely present a new investment opportunity; it lays the foundations for the future of modern shipping while simultaneously establishing the Greek stock exchange as an international maritime hub.
The Fleet of the Future, Today.
At the core of CMF’s strength lies one of the most modern and technologically advanced fleets in the world:
- 36 state-of-the-art container ships (13 in operation, 23 under construction), with a total carrying capacity exceeding 148,000 TEU.
- Average vessel age of just 2 years (TEU-weighted, upon completion of the full delivery schedule), making the fleet one of the youngest on the high seas.
- Technological excellence & environmental footprint. Featuring LNG dual-fuel vessels, a high-energy-efficiency design (CII Grade A), and shore-power connectivity, the company is a leader in the maritime industry’s decarbonization efforts. At the same time, it ensures compliance with a range of strict environmental regulations, thereby gaining operational flexibility.
Three Generations at Sea – Unique Maritime Experience and Expertise
CMF’s most valuable asset is its people. The combination of extensive experience and know-how spanning three generations, alongside the exceptional professionalism of the CMF team, serves as the ultimate guarantee and a powerful testament to the company’s reliability across all its operations.
Unwavering stability & global alliances
In a market characterized by high volatility, CMF transcends typical shipping cycles, offering exceptional visibility and financial stability:
- $3.9 billion in secured revenue. 100% of the fleet’s available days are fully contracted through 2034, with an average remaining charter duration of 9.5 years*.
*data as of June 30, 2026
- Partnerships with global giants. The company enjoys the trust of leading global supply chain groups, such as CMA CGM and DP World/Unifeeder.
Value creation for investors & the market
CMF’s listing on the Athens Stock Exchange marks a milestone for both the company itself and the Greek capital market:
- $1.8 billion investment program through 2028. Financing a major shipbuilding program that continuously strengthens its profitability prospects.
- Stable income policy. Through a clear dividend policy, the company aims to consistently distribute a portion of its (adjusted) net profits to shareholders on a quarterly basis.
- Strong corporate governance & unparalleled expertise. Backed by the support and experience of the Capital Maritime Group (controlled by Evangelos Marinakis), it ensures top-tier operational performance.
Capital Maritime Finance does not merely adapt to global trade trends; it shapes them. By combining environmental responsibility with business excellence, it is building a shipping platform poised to play a leading role in the decades to come.
Following the path paved by Capital Maritime Group companies
The Group’s listed companies, Capital Clean Energy Carriers and Capital Tankers, have a combined market capitalization exceeding $4 billion:
Capital Clean Energy Carriers
The largest LNG shipping platform listed on a US stock exchange.
- 32 state-of-the-art LNG/LPG vessels. Below are the main company’s fundamentals:
- $2.9 billion contracted revenue backlog
- 77 consecutive quarterly dividend distributions
- Holds the largest modern LNG carrier fleet among US-listed companies
- Strong track record in the Greek bond market with a Total of €500 million raised through three unsecured bond issues in Greece (Data as of June 30, 2026).
Capital Tankers.
State-of-the-art fleet and international track record. The company executed the largest shipping IPO in 20 years.
Below are the main company’s fundamentals:
- Successful listing on the Oslo Stock Exchange (Euronext Growth Oslo) in Q1 2026
- $500 million Initial Public Offering (IPO)
- 39.9% rise during the first six months of share trading*, from 134 NOK to 187.5 NOK
*as of September 17, 2026
Evangelos Marinakis – An Enduring, Powerful Footprint in Global Shipping
Evangelos Marinakis is an internationally recognized shipowner, entrepreneur, and investor. Through a unique track record of successful transactions, acquisitions, and mergers, he has earned the trust of both private and institutional investors worldwide. Supported by a top-tier team of executives, he possesses the ability not only to identify opportunities but also to rapidly transform them into high-value-added investments.
Evangelos Marinakis is the founder and Chairman of Capital Maritime & Trading Corp. The Capital Maritime Group currently manages a fleet of 179 vessels. This managed fleet includes, among others, vessels belonging to Capital Clean Energy Carriers (NASDAQ: CCEC)—listed on the US Nasdaq exchange—and Capital Tankers (Euronext Growth Oslo: CAPT)—listed on the Oslo exchange—as well as the newly established Capital Maritime Finance, which is planning its listing on the Athens Stock Exchange (Euronext Athens). Since 2007, the listed shipping companies controlled by Evangelos Marinakis have distributed over $1 billion in dividends to shareholders.
Below are the greatest landmarks of Evangelos Marinakis’ career in shipping and capital markets :
- In 2025, the British publication *Lloyd's List* ranked Evangelos Marinakis 10th in its annual list of the 100 most influential figures in global shipping. In 2024, he was awarded an honorary doctorate by the Massachusetts Maritime Academy. Since 2022, he has been an elected member of the Board of Directors of the Union of Greek Shipowners.
- Evangelos Marinakis has a track record spanning more than 20 years in international capital markets. The listed shipping companies under his control have executed some of the most landmark IPOs globally, as well as two major mergers in the US, and have successfully issued three bonds on the Greek Stock Exchange.
- Evangelos Marinakis is the founder and principal shareholder of Alter Ego Media. Alter Ego Media is the leading media and entertainment group in Greece and one of the fastest-growing integrated media platforms in Southern Europe.
- During 2025, following its listing on the Athens Stock Exchange, Alter Ego Media S.A. shares recorded a return of 57.5%—surpassing the General Index’s 37% return—while the company’s initial public offering attracted exceptionally strong investor interest. It raised gross proceeds of approximately €57 million and was oversubscribed nearly 12 times, with total demand from private and institutional investors reaching approximately €677 million.
- Beyond his business and sports interests, Vangelis Marinakis actively supports a wide range of philanthropic activities in Greece and internationally—such as UNICEF, the "Miltiadis Marinakis Chair for Modern Greek Language and Culture" at Ohio State University, and the "Nikos Kazantzakis Museum" in Crete—as well as social initiatives and infrastructure projects in the city of Piraeus and across Greece.
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