About

All in one management platform that connects marinas, boaters and marine service businesses. We provide our software to marinas through a combination of direct sales, word of mouth, and industry exposure. We offer a free trial to encourage marinas to experience the value of our platform, and our sales team actively participates in expos and events to build relationships within the industry. For boaters, we focus on online marketing to drive app downloads and platform usage. Our revenue model is two-fold. The first stream comes from marinas through yearly contracts, providing a consistent revenue base. The second stream involves smaller contracts with marinas, where we earn a commission on bookings made through our platform. We distribute our product through a combination of direct and digital channels. For marinas, we primarily rely on our sales team to engage in direct sales, attending expos, and leveraging word-of-mouth referrals to expand our customer base. Additionally, we offer a free trial to marinas, allowing them to experience our software firsthand before committing to a contract. For boaters, we distribute our service through digital marketing efforts that drive them to download our mobile app or use our online platform. This allows us to reach a wide audience and facilitate easy access to our software.

Solution & Product

NEREID provides an all-in-one, AI-powered marina management platform that automates and streamlines operations for both marinas and boat owners. Our solution includes a fully integrated booking system, fully visualized navigation within marinas, real-time communication, and automated management tools, making the entire process efficient and user-friendly. For marinas, NEREID offers a SaaS platform that optimizes capacity management, automates bookings and payments, provides data analytics, and enhances security. This leads to increased profitability, reduced operational costs, and improved customer satisfaction. For boat owners, our platform allows seamless berth booking, easy navigation within marinas using fully visualized models, and secure digital transactions, ensuring a hassle-free yachting experience. With flexible and scalable software, NEREID brings modern technology to an industry that has traditionally lagged in digital transformation.

Innovation & Scalability

NEREID has significant growth potential due to the expanding global boating and marina industry, and our ability to offer a unique software solution that improves marina management and enhances the boating experience. With a dual-revenue model targeting both marinas and boaters, we can scale rapidly by increasing adoption through free trials, word-of-mouth referrals, and expanding our digital marketing efforts. Our presence at expos and the network built through industry relationships further supports our potential for widespread growth. However, a key barrier to growth could be the adoption rate among marinas, particularly smaller or less tech-savvy ones, who may be resistant to change or hesitant to invest in a new system. Overcoming these barriers will require ongoing education, personalized support, and strategic marketing to highlight the long-term value of our solution.

Traction & achievements

As a new startup, we have made significant strides in the early stages of our development. We are always focusing on updating our software, incorporating AI innovation, and working towards stabilizing this next phase. Our priority is to build trust with our initial clients, who are using our software for free for a year, allowing us to gather valuable feedback and improve the platform. In terms of traction, we are successfully closing more contracts in Greece and are preparing to expand into Croatia through our sales team. Additionally, we have established strong partnerships with companies across various sectors of the industry, including shipping, yacht insurance, and more, which strengthen our position in the market. We are also proud to have collaborations with both Greek and American universities, helping us stay at the forefront of innovation and research within the maritime and tech industries. We were recently recognized on Forbes Greece's list 2025.

Team & Why Us

Giorgos Birkas: Giorgos leads the company with extensive experience in business and strategy. He holds an MS in Business, Innovation, and Technology. Fotis Paparounas: Fotis is the technical powerhouse behind our product. With an MS in AI and Machine Learning, he has deep expertise in software development and advanced technologies. Paris Zoiros: Paris focuses on the company's digital marketing efforts and customer outreach. Holding an MS in Digital Marketing, he is an expert in online marketing strategies. Additionally, Paris is an instructor at Boston University, where he teaches marketing to MS students. Ioannis Vourdoglou: Ioannis brings strong experience in software development and managing major software projects. With a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science.

Funding Needs

We are currently seeking a seed investment of €300,000 to accelerate the growth of our startup. This funding will enable us to scale our operations, enhance our marketing efforts, and reach a broader customer base. With increased visibility, we aim to introduce more clients to our innovative software solution, driving adoption and revenue growth. The investment will also support further development and refinement of our product, ensuring we deliver maximum value to our users and strengthen our market position.