Nicolas holds a Diploma and Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Gas Turbine Propulsion, and Shipping Management from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Cranfield University in the UK, and the Cyprus International Institute of Management (CIIM). Currently, he is pursuing a PhD at UCL in London, focusing on computational methods in multiphase flows.
Nicolas's career began in the private sector, specializing in Computational Fluid Dynamics and engineering system simulations, focusing on air emission reduction technologies like soot filters and NOx reduction for Diesel Engines. In 2004, he joined the public sector as a Marine Surveyor for the Deputy Ministry of Shipping in Cyprus. From 2012 to 2017, he represented Cyprus as the Alternate Permanent Representative to the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
Since July 2017, Nicolas has been with the EMSA as a Project Officer, managing projects related to Port State Control training, RuleCheck development, underwater noise, antifouling systems, and ship recycling. In December 2022, he joined EMSA's Safety and Security Unit, focusing on projects related to Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) and fire safety. He is currently supporting the development of a risk assessment tool for MASS and actively participates in the Working Group and Correspondence Group for the development of the MASS Code.