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About Us

Comet Growth is your maritime-focused communication, marketing and business development partner built on decades of combined industry experience. With a strong presence across Norway and Greece, we connect two key shipping markets through clear positioning, consistent messaging and strategic execution.

 

We help your maritime company articulate who you are, what you stand for, and why it matters. Translating technical expertise into compelling brands. Strong communication sits at the core of everything we do, enabling alignment across cultures, stakeholders, and markets, and driving sustainable growth.

Meet the Team

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Tina Edvardsen

Founder & Managing Director

With over 30 years in communication, Tina drives business growth through innovation and technology for sustainability. She excels at building networks and creating opportunities for companies and the environment.

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Glenn Edvardsen

Partner, Business Development

With nearly 30 years in the global maritime and offshore industry, he has held leadership roles at Wilhelmsen, ABB and StormGEO. In the past decade, he has also thrived as an entrepreneur and investor, while being a devoted husband and father of three.

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Konstantinos Machairas

Partner, Greek Market Access

With over 12 years in maritime business development and sales, Konstantinos holds a Master's degree in Business Innovation and Technology Management and has been a member of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers since 2016.

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Rory Matthews

Partner, Offshore Energy & Industry Capability

Offshore advisor with hands-on experience from operations, asset management, QHSE, and major projects, supporting smarter execution and asset decisions across the offshore value chain.

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Marilli Tersmette

Digital Communications Coordinator

Marilli is a creative digital marketer with a proven track record in social media, event branding, and multimedia content. She blends storytelling with measurable impact to bring brands to life across diverse markets.

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Michael Lindsley

Senior Advisor - Marine & Offshore Operations

Michael brings over 50 years of marine and offshore experience, including 30 years at sea across deep-sea vessels, diving and salvage ships, and drilling units. He has held senior roles including Master, OIM, Rig Manager, Marine Operations Manager and Head of Marine Operations at Seadrill, as well as Marine/DP Adviser on the deep-sea drilling vessel Chikyu.

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Despina Xenaki

Sales Development Representative

With 18 years of experience in the shipping industry, Despina specialises in technical operations, business development, and client relations, supporting operational excellence, commercial growth, and long-term partnerships across the maritime sector.

Our Partners

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