Based in Limassol, Cyprus, EPSCO operates as an international maritime service provider specializing in vessel safety, regulatory compliance, and technical support. Established in January 1995 by Andreas Ioannou, the company was founded to address a growing need for reliable, cost-effective safety solutions within the shipping industry. Over the decades, it has evolved from a local service provider into a global organization with a physical presence in key maritime hubs, including offices in Hamburg, Germany, and Singapore.
The company’s primary identity revolves around ensuring that vessels remain compliant with international safety standards, specifically those mandated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) regulations. EPSCO acts as a centralized partner for shipowners and managers, managing the complex logistics of fleet safety maintenance. Rather than functioning solely as a distributor of goods, the organization characterizes its operations as a "toolbox" for maritime problem-solving, leveraging a vast network of approved partners to address operational challenges worldwide.
A central pillar of EPSCO’s operations is its Life Saving Appliances (LSA) and Fire Fighting Equipment (FFE) division. This sector manages the mandatory inspection, servicing, and certification of critical safety gear, including lifeboats, davits, rescue boats, and fire suppression systems. To facilitate these operations, the company maintains relationships with hundreds of class-approved service stations globally, allowing them to coordinate inspections in virtually any commercial port. This extensive network enables the company to offer fleet safety contracts, where they proactively monitor vessel certification schedules to prevent compliance lapses.
Beyond safety equipment, EPSCO provides underwater and technical services. Their diving division coordinates underwater hull cleaning, propeller polishing, and surveys through approved dive stations, assisting vessels in maintaining fuel efficiency and structural integrity without dry-docking. The company also supplies technical marine spares and provisions, supporting deck and engine room operations. By integrating these varied services—ranging from hydraulic repairs to gas detection calibration—EPSCO functions as a comprehensive support mechanism for the merchant marine sector, focusing on reducing downtime and administrative burdens for vessel operators while prioritizing the safety of seafarers and the marine environment.
