Leading maritime catering management company MCTC has reached the milestone of securing 1,300 vessels under its supervision as CEO is named as ‘Most Influential Leader in Maritime to Watch in 2025′. This year the company achieved a significant milestone in securing the catering management of over 1,300 vessels, confirming its leading position in the health and wellbeing of crew members. This significant growth now sees MCTC provide support, guidance and training to galley crews across the vessels, transforming the health and wellbeing of thousands of seafarers.
Group CEO at MCTC, Christian Ioannou said: “We are thrilled to have reached this important achievement at MCTC. Crew wellbeing has always been at the heart of what we do and we understand the important role a varied and nutritious diet plays in the health and wellbeing of seafarers. Through this strategic growth in partnerships, we are transforming standards in the galley and improving the lives of thousands of seafarers onboard.”
Mr Ioannou has been the forefront of transforming catering standards in the industry through a holistic approach involving training, both onboard and onshore, regular vessel visits, fitness and wellness initiatives and the full spectrum of catering management support. MCTC integrates nutrition science, mental health awareness, food safety, and cultural sensitivity into its range its offering.
His commitment to increasing standards and ensuring the health of seafarers has not gone unnoticed as CXO Outlook this month declared him as the ‘Most Influential Leader in Maritime to Watch in 2025’.
“I am both honoured and humbled to receive this title. From when I started my journey in the maritime industry after training as a young Chef, I quickly identified a big gap in the market to provide support and training for galley crews. Through raising standards in the kitchen, we are ensuring and futureproofing the health of seafarers for years to come,” said Mr Ioannou.
He believes in empowering his team, giving them ownership of their roles, and reminding them of the bigger mission: supporting seafarers’ wellbeing through food. Creating a culture of respect, trust, and continuous development has been central to building a motivated global team at MCTC.
Having joined the maritime industry as a training supervisor and crewing superintendent, trained chef Mr Ioannou began sending emails to cooks onboard offering support with recipes and guidance. Through onboard visits, he had noticed a lack of onshore support for galley crews compared to other crewing departments.
Since launching in 2012, the company has now expanded its services to cover supply chain operations and the smooth running of the galley, from budget planning support to menu creation and full access to a wide network of experts and nutrition with 24/7 support.
Looking ahead, MCTC’s strategic goals focus on expanding its global footprint, investing in more advanced digital learning solutions, and strengthening its position as a global leader in maritime catering and training.
