About Us
Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
Ribbing for the Arctic team has a variety of unique backgrounds and experiences to contribute to the mission, with a common goal: the challenge of crossing the icy Arctic ocean.
Meet our crew
Thomas Panagiotopoulos - Greece
Thomas is an internationally renowned seafarer and his main occupation is the dentistry. He is president of the Cultural - Environmental Association "ARCTIC", columnist in international marine magazines and creator of the website www.e-Ribbing.com .
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Carlos Santaella Martinez - Spain
Carlos is a world champion in boat racing, the chief engineer and After Sales Manager of Suzuki Spain. He is responsible for the proper operation of the engines of the mission. His contribution to the success of the mission is crucial.
Natasa Komninou - Greece
Dr. Natasa Komninou, Professor at the School of
Veterinary Medicine of the Aristotle University of
Thessaloniki and President of the Research Center for
Cetacean Rescue and Care ‘’ARION΄΄, collaborates with
research centers in Greenland and Iceland which we
will visit to transfer the records from our mission.
Cristiano Segnini - Italy
Cristiano is also a world boat racing champion and dentist by profession. With vast experience and knowledge in the field of boats and the sea, he is one of the leading members of the crew.
Konstantinos Kalogeropoulos - Greece
Konstantinos is a pharmacist by profession and a professional volleyball player for 25 years. A lover of the sea and an experienced driver of inflatable boats, he is a key member of the crew.
Andreas Gkikas - Greece
Andreas is a Civil Engineer by profession and his childhood dream was to become oceanographer. Having experience in both inflatable and sailing boats, will offer all kinds of travel assistance during the mission. For many years worked and lived abroad and he would be a valuable member of the Ribbing for Arctic crew.