The Angelicoussis Group, one of the world’s leading private shipping groups, has announced a new partnership with BCA College aimed at supporting the professional development of seafarers and employees across the company.

This collaboration will give company staff access to university-level higher education programmes in shipping and related sectors, strengthening the Group’s commitment to investing in its human resources and lifelong learning.

Flexible online programmes – onshore or at sea

BCA College offers blended as well as fully online study programmes, designed specifically for working professionals, with the option to study either onshore or at sea, either full‑time or part‑time. Participants can choose from the following programmes:

• BSc (Top-Up) in Maritime Business (one‑year full‑time programme)
• MSc in Ship Management
• MSc in Marine Engineering Management
• MSc in Logistics & Supply Chain Management

All degrees are awarded by the University of West London, ensuring high academic standards and international recognition.

Brief profile of the Angelicoussis Group

The Angelicoussis Group is a private group of shipping companies with common interests and a history dating back to 1947. The Group manages a modern fleet comprising vessels of various categories and types, serving the oil, gas and dry‑bulk markets by providing high‑quality shipping services, operational excellence, and top‑tier safety performance. Today, with more than 9,700 employees, around 160 active vessels and 34 under construction, the Angelicoussis Group ranks among the world’s largest private shipping groups.

Brief profile of BCA College

BCA College is a specialised educational institution in the field of shipping and business management, with strong ties to the maritime industry and extensive experience in training professionals. With over half a century of experience in maritime education, more than 8,500 graduates working with shipping companies worldwide, and partnerships with international universities, BCA College was the first institution globally to offer online maritime postgraduate programmes (such as the e‑learning MSc Shipping, launched in 2014).

Statement by BCA College CEO Mr Haris Daskalakis

“We are extremely proud of our partnership with the Angelicoussis Group, a globally significant organisation with strong values,” said Mr Haris Daskalakis, CEO of BCA College. “Through BCA, we enable seafarers and Group executives to upgrade their knowledge and qualifications without interrupting their professional careers, thereby strengthening both their individual competitiveness and the competitiveness of Greek shipping as a whole.”

Contact: info@bca.edu.gr
Website: www.bca.edu.gr