Olympic Maritime Management

Olympic Maritime Management oversees the for-profit family assets that trace back to Aristotle Onassis's commercial enterprises, primarily shipping. The Alexander S. Onassis Foundation is a separate philanthropic entity, funded with 45% of his estate upon his death. The Foundation focuses on cultural preservation, educational scholarships, and public health, chiefly in Greece. While distinct operationally, both entities originate from the same fortune.

The fortune was built by Aristotle Onassis, an ethnic Greek born in Smyrna who became an Argentine citizen. He began his shipping career in Buenos Aires and rapidly expanded during the post-World War II era by acquiring surplus military vessels. Onassis is credited with pioneering the supertanker, locking in lucrative, long-term contracts with major oil companies, which established one of the largest private shipping fleets in history.

The firm's operational headquarters is located in Monte Carlo, Monaco. The principality has been a hub for Greek shipping dynasties since the mid-20th century, providing a centrally located, politically stable, and tax-efficient base for maritime commerce. The location reflects a deliberate strategy of running a global shipping operation from a low-profile European financial center.