Castor Maritime (NASDAQ:CTRM) is a global shipping company that specializes in the acquisition and operation of dry bulk carriers. The company’s fleet, comprising primarily Supramax, Ultramax and Handysize vessels, is deployed on short-, medium- and long-term time and voyage charters. Castor Maritime focuses on the seaborne transportation of dry bulk commodities such as coal, grain, iron ore, fertilizers and other industrial raw materials.
Headquartered in Athens, Greece, with a commercial office in New York, Castor Maritime serves customers across Asia, Europe and the Americas. The company partners with third-party technical managers to oversee vessel maintenance, safety and crewing, while its commercial team arranges cargo commitments with charterers in major agricultural, mining and construction markets.
Founded in 2012 by Captain Constantine Karayannopoulos, who serves as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Castor Maritime has pursued a growth strategy based on selective vessel acquisitions and disciplined chartering activity. The company’s management leverages extensive shipping industry experience to identify market opportunities and optimize fleet utilization.
Castor Maritime adheres to international maritime standards and environmental regulations, emphasizing safe operations and sustainability. Through its focused business model and operational partnerships, the company aims to deliver reliable dry bulk transportation services to a diverse base of global customers.
