AXIOS

Andreas is the Second Engineer onboard M/Y Axios, bringing a strong technical background together with a genuine lifelong connection to the sea. His passion for yachting began at an early age and, through years of practical experience, developed into a professional career built on reliability, adaptability, and hard work. A graduate of the Merchant Marine Academy, Andreas holds an Engineer Class C certificate along with additional qualifications including sailing and speedboat licences, emergency and fire safety training, RO-RO passenger certification, and open water diver certification. His engineering experience spans both motor and sailing yachts, having served onboard vessels such as M/Y Mado, S/Y Burrasca, and S/Y Ocean Pure 2, where he supported all engineering operations while also assisting deck activities, sail handling, and tender operations. Known for his positive attitude, strong communication skills, and willingness to support across departments, Andreas works closely with the Chief Engineer to ensure the smooth operation of all onboard technical systems while contributing to the overall efficiency of the yacht. Outside of work, he enjoys sailing, spearfishing, running, and CrossFit, reflecting the energy and discipline he brings onboard each day.

Chef Theodoros (D.O.B. 1985) is a professionally trained chef currently onboard M/Y Axios, having previously served on M/Y Loana. He graduated in 2005 from the culinary school Le Monde and built his early career in luxury hotels and 5-star restaurants before entering the yachting industry in 2015. Combining his passion for gastronomy, the sea, travel, and guest interaction, Theodoros is communicative, hardworking, and highly creative, with a strong focus on food safety and sanitation. Constantly striving to elevate his standards and exceed guest expectations, he creates memorable flavours that guests will savour long after their charter. In his free time, he enjoys freediving and fishing.

Giota is an accomplished Chief Stewardess with over two decades of yachting experience, currently serving aboard M/Y Axios. A highly skilled and service-oriented professional, she has led interior teams on a wide range of prestigious motor and sailing yachts from 25 to 75 meters, including M/Y LOANA, S/Y Burrasca, M/Y LADY VERA, and M/Y SUNDAY. Giota is known for delivering silver service with consistency and elegance, managing full interior operations—from meticulous cleaning and provisioning to seamless guest liaison, table service, and bartending. Her leadership ensures the highest standards of guest comfort and crew coordination, often extending her versatility to deck duties and tender driving. She holds diplomas in Maritime Studies and Hotel Management from IEK AKMI, with additional training in first aid and tax office specialization. In 2020, she co-created and lectured a successful seminar on yacht service in partnership with Chef Giannis Linas, helping train over 40 hospitality students. With a calm, confident presence and a passion for creating exceptional onboard experiences, Giota embodies professionalism, discretion, and unwavering attention to detail aboard M/Y Axios.

Evaggelia, our 2nd Stewardess aboard M/Y Axios, brings a unique and compassionate background to the yachting industry, having previously worked as a youth counsellor with Celebrity Cruises and as a kindergarten teacher in Athens. With a BA in Early Childhood Education from the University of East London, she has a deep understanding of emotional support, communication, and creating welcoming environments—skills that seamlessly translate into the high-end hospitality world. Her experience in activity coordination, behavior management, and first aid, along with her calm, empathetic demeanor, make her a natural in guest-facing roles. Evaggelia is also trained in safeguarding practices and emergency response, ensuring the highest level of care and attention for both guests and crew. Passionate about service and detail-oriented by nature, she brings warmth, professionalism, and positive energy to the interior team, making her a valued asset to the Axios crew.

Oriana is a highly skilled hospitality and customer service professional with extensive experience in luxury, guest-facing environments, including aviation, high-end retail, hospitality, and tourism. As the 3rd Stewardess onboard M/Y Axios, she excels in delivering attentive service with a strong focus on passenger comfort and satisfaction. Her background includes roles in premium department stores, hotels, and yacht charter operations, where she developed excellent interpersonal skills, adaptability, and meticulous attention to detail. Fluent in Greek and Albanian, with proficient English, Oriana brings professionalism, discretion, and a strong service ethic to her role.

Dimitris brings a unique combination of hands-on technical expertise and deep maritime experience to the deck team. Originally trained as a professional car mechanic with over 15 years of experience—including roles in performance tuning, drag racing, and automotive engineering—Dimitris transitioned into the yachting world to pursue his long-standing passion for the sea and water sports. Since 2019, he has worked extensively as a deckhand, motorman, and skipper on vessels such as the Riva 88 Domino, Azimut 35m, and Technohull 999, gaining in-depth knowledge in tender handling, watersports operations, drydock maintenance, and general deck operations. He holds key certifications including a Speed Boat Operator License, Ship Security Officer (SSO), RO-RO Passenger, and STCW Basic Safety Training. Fluent in Greek and English, Dimitris is known for his problem-solving mindset, mechanical aptitude, and enthusiasm for high standards on deck. His passion for off-road motorsports, snowboarding, and restoring vehicles reflects his energetic and detail-oriented approach to every challenge. A skilled leader with a calm and capable demeanor, Dimitris is a valuable asset to the M/Y Axios crew, ensuring safe, efficient, and well-maintained deck operations.

Antonis is a dedicated Deckhand onboard M/Y Axios, bringing strong discipline, technical ability, and a safety-focused mindset developed through his background in military special forces and hands-on yachting experience. With two seasons working on both commercial charter and private yachts in Greece, he has gained practical experience in all core deck operations, including mooring, tender handling, guest assistance, cleaning, detailing, and supporting winter shipyard works and maintenance projects. His professional background is complemented by extensive water-based training, including PADI Divemaster certification, combat swimmer training, maritime safety and life-saving qualifications, and a speed boat operator licence. Antonis is highly comfortable in the marine environment, with additional skills in scuba dive planning, zodiac handling, and underwater technical work. Before entering yachting, he also worked as a seasonal lifeguard and gained practical mechanical experience in a motorcycle workshop, adding to his strong hands-on approach onboard. Known for being disciplined, motivated, and team-oriented, Antonis brings energy and reliability to daily deck operations. In his free time, he enjoys scuba diving, snorkelling, surfing, kayaking, swimming, running, and tactical sports, reflecting his active lifestyle and strong connection to the sea. Previous yachts include: M/Y Loana.