AI firmly on the radar of fleet operators as maritime tech innovations take centre stage at Posidonia 2026 in Hellenic Shipping News 05/06/2026 P osidonia 2026 is proving to be the industry’s most technologically charged edition to date — with artificial intelligence, energy efficiency technology, and cloud-native maritime software all converging on the floors of the Athens Metropolitan Expo. A survey conducted by Posidonia Exhibitions ahead of the show found that more than 40 exhibitors had integrated AI into their business operations in some capacity — a figure that would have been unthinkable at Posidonia 2024, when AI-driven tech for maritime operations was tested in labs and pilot projects. From classification societies to software developers, from equipment manufacturers to logistics platforms, the technology is permeating every corridor of the industry. The practical dimension of that transformation was on full display during a dedicated technology showcase hosted by the UK Department for Business and Trade in partnership with the Society of Maritime Industries (SMI). The session brought together a complementary portfolio of British maritime technology companies, each addressing a distinct operational pressure facing Greek shipowners and fleet operators in an environment shaped by tightening regulation, fuel cost volatility, and accelerating digital transformation. The showcase highlighted five technology clusters of particular relevance to the Greek shipping community: wind-assisted propulsion and energy-saving devices; digital asset management and operational control; propeller optimisation and systems integration; and physical vessel security — together offering what organisers described as a “full-stack” approach to fleet readiness. Noel Tomlinson,Business Development – Commercial Shipping & Ports at BMT, said: “Decision clarity is the key challenge for operators. The real question is which technology is right for the specific vessel or fleet and when