Meet the Panelists of the 3rd CSN Cyprus Shipping Debate “Shipping Through Times of Turbulence and Innovation” Limassol 22nd January 2026: Capt. Eberhard Koch Chairman, CEO and Partner – Österreichischer Lloyd Seereederei (Cyprus) Ltd.

January 14, 2026

CSN is delighted to announce the Panelists of the 3rd CSN Cyprus Shipping Debate “Shipping Through Times of Turbulence and Innovation”

Capt. E.Koch is the Chairman, CEO and a Partner of Österreichischer Lloyd Shipping Group. ÖL Shipping is a distinguished privately owned shipping company with a rich history dating back to 1836 when it was originally founded in the Mediterranean.

He received his diploma in Nautical Sciences (Dipl-Naut.) at “Hochschule für Nautik in Bremen (University of Bremen)” in 1974.

Capt. E.Koch has extensive industry experience as a Captain, Manager and Owner. From 1977 to 1984 he served as Manager of Transport / Business Admin for VEBA OEL AG Group (nka EON) and from 1984 to 2001 he was Managing Director at Krohn Shipping Group in Vienna.

Capt. E.Koch joined Österreichischer Lloyd as a Partner in 1991 and became Chairman and CEO in 2001 when recognizing the strategic advantages offered by Cyprus, Capt. Koch made the decision to relocate entirely to this maritime hub. Since then, he has played a pivotal role in the development of Cyprus’ maritime sector, contributing to its growth and prosperity.

Capt. E.Koch is a Member of the BOD of Cyprus Union of Shipowners

Capt. E.Koch is a Member of the Advisory Board of CCS Mediterranean.

Capt. E.Koch is the President of the Cyprus Marine Club since 2017.