Panos Theodossopoulos, CEO of Metis, participated as a panellist in the Imperial College London seminar, “Maritime Innovation Outlook: Resilience and Future Readiness” at Posidonia 2026, contributing to a discussion on the future of maritime decision-making in an increasingly complex operating environment.

Bringing together industry leaders and subject matter experts, the seminar explored the challenges and opportunities shaping the maritime sector as it navigates decarbonisation, digital transformation, regulatory change, and growing operational complexity. A key theme of the discussion was how organisations can make confident, informed decisions while balancing innovation, risk, and practical execution.

During the panel, Mr. Theodossopoulos shared perspectives on the role of technology, data, and artificial intelligence in enabling more effective decision-making processes. The discussion highlighted the growing importance of advanced analytics and digital tools in transforming operational information into actionable insights, supporting improved performance, stronger resilience, and greater adaptability across the industry.

The seminar provided a valuable platform for knowledge exchange and constructive dialogue, reinforcing the importance of collaboration between industry stakeholders