Capt Andreas D. Karamitsas is a supporting Member of the LMAA, willing to accept appointments as arbitrator on LMAA Terms.

Specialist Consultant in Ship Speed & Consumption disputes (Bulk Carriers & Tankers), with commercial background representing both charterers and owners. Shipping career began in 1993, with over a decade of sea service (mainly bulk carriers and tankers) followed by extensive work in weather routing, voyage performance analysis, and speed/consumption claims.
Conducts performance evaluations consistent with English case law and London arbitration standards. Active in speed and consumption disputes since 2006, including as technical expert and advisor (non-legal capacity) at a global weather routing firm during the post-2012 methodology review period.
Experienced in CP Clauses 29/30, particularly speed/consumption deviations and good weather definitions. Endorsed by tribunal-appointed experts for the clarity, objectivity, and neutrality of submitted reports.

Founder and CEO of Prime Navigation Shipping & Services, Capt. Karamitsas leads a Greek maritime weather routing bureau supporting more than 150 companies worldwide. He is an active member of BIMCO, INTERCARGO and HELMEPA.