Innovation & Technology Manager at Laskaridis Shipping Co. LTD, Greece
📜 Nikolaos Tsoulakos, born on March 21, 1986, in Piraeus, Greece, is a distinguished expert in maritime studies and marine engineering. 💼 With a robust educational foundation, he has blended technical prowess with academic excellence, contributing significantly to digitalization in shipping management and offshore construction materials. 🌊 A multilingual professional with expertise in over 10 languages, he is a well-rounded scholar and practitioner in the maritime field. 🌐 Passionate about sustainability and innovation, Nikolaos is also a proud father of two. 👨👩👧👦
Publication Profile
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Education🎓
Ph.D. in Maritime Studies, University of Piraeus (2020) – Digitalization in Shipping Management. MSc in Marine Engineering & Technology, National Technical University of Athens (2014-2016) – Materials in Offshore Construction BSc in Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering, NTUA (2009-2013) – Metal Protection & Antifouling Technology. BSc in Merchant Marine Engineering, Greek Merchant Marine Academy (2003-2007) – Engine Room Safety & Hygiene. Extensive seminar participation: Computational Engineering, Energy Efficiency, Risk Assessment, and Advanced Materials.
Experience ⚓
Lecturer and researcher in Maritime Studies with expertise in digitalization and human factors. Strong background in ship design, energy efficiency, and sustainability. Skilled in modern software tools, including Autodesk, NS5, and VMS. Participant in international forums and conferences on shipping and engineering. Proven expertise in logistics networks, alternative energy, and maritime risk assessment.
Awards and Honors🏆
Best Paper Award 2024 – “Digitalization in Preventing Marine Accidents.” Best Paper Award 2024 – “AI Model for Ship Motion and Fuel Consumption.” Third Place in Hellenic Chinese Language Competition (2024). Numerous accolades for excellence in marine and engineering research.
Research Focus 🔬
Digitalization in maritime safety and shipping management. Environmental sustainability and energy efficiency in maritime logistics. Materials and technologies for offshore and marine engineering. AI applications in ship motion prediction and fuel optimization. Bridging academia and industry for practical maritime solutions
Publications 📖
📄 Journal Article: “Optimising the Design of a Hybrid Fuel Cell/Battery and Waste Heat Recovery System for Retrofitting Ship Power Generation”
📅 Published: January 10, 2025
📚 Journal: Energies
🔗 DOI: 10.3390/en18020288
👥 Contributors: Onur Yuksel, Eduardo Blanco-Davis, Andrew Spiteri, David Hitchmough, Viknash Shagar, Maria Carmela Di Piazza, Marcello Pucci, Nikolaos Tsoulakos, Milad Armin, Jin Wang
📌 Summary: This research explores the optimization of hybrid fuel cell/battery systems with waste heat recovery, targeting energy efficiency and sustainability for retrofitting ship power generation systems.
📄 Book Chapter: “A Ship Digital Twin for Safe and Sustainable Ship Operations”
📅 Published: April 5, 2024
📚 Book: Safe and Sustainable Maritime Operations
🔗 DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-9848-4.ch009
👥 Contributors: Spyros Hirdaris, Mingyang Zhang, Nikos Tsoulakos, Pentti Kujala
📌 Summary: This chapter presents the development of a digital twin model for ships, enhancing operational safety and sustainability through advanced data analytics and real-time monitoring.
Conclusion
Nikolaos Tsoulakos is a highly qualified candidate for the Researcher Best Award. His academic achievements, technical expertise, award-winning research on digitalization and AI applications in shipping, and multilingual abilities make him a standout contender. With a stronger emphasis on peer-reviewed publications, sustainability research, and industry partnerships, Mr. Tsoulakos could further elevate his already impressive profile. His current accomplishments undoubtedly position him as a leading researcher in marine engineering and maritime studies.