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Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - December 2025 in reviewUS seizes tankers of Venezuela, plenty of options for Zim, and find out what was the most read story on Seatrade Maritime News in 2025.These are just some of the stories that are covered in the latest episode of Maritime in Minutes.Seatrade Maritime News’ Marcus Hand and Gary Howard reflect on the month of December, with their highlights from the news in maritime and shipping, from the biggest stories to those that simply piqued their interest.Hear more about:VLCC newbuild pair to get Norsepower sailsHouthis release 10 se...
2025-12-2313 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastOffshore vessel markets with Quintin V. Kneen CEO of TidewaterThis week's guest on the Seatrade Maritime Podcast runs one of the world's biggest owners of offshore marine vessels.Quintin V. Kneen, President and CEO of Tidewater sits down in conversation with Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News. They discuss the current state of the offshore vessel industry, consolidation, newbuildings, and opportunities that lie ahead.Hear from Quintin about:His views on where the offshore vessels market is headedVessel undersupply and newbuilding ordersWhat he thinks would be "acceptable" day rates for newbuilding investment to make senseWhy the kings of consolidation in the offshore...
2025-10-1626 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastSupporting the world's seafarers with Ben Bailey of Mission to SeafarersIn the latest in conversation episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast, Emma Howell, content director at Seatrade spoke with director of programme at The Mission to Seafarers, Ben Bailey, to mark a new partnership between Seatrade Maritime and The Mission to Seafarers.Ben shares details of MtS’ work supporting over half a million seafarers and their families every year, from the 50,000 ship visits carried out globally every year to providing provisions to abandoned seafarers and the famous woolly hat campaign.The pair discuss the challenges seafarers face in their work, and how the Mission helps to...
2025-09-0327 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastShipping Markets Outlook for H2 2025Geopolitical disruption in shipping has reached new heights in the first half of 2025 and Maritime Strategies International examine the impact on markets and what is the outlook ahead. The first half of the year has seen shipping markets impacted by President Trump’s tariffs, the United States Trade Representative 301 investigation into Chinese shipbuilding, conflict in the Middle East, and ongoing sanctions and war in Ukraine.The Seatrade Maritime Podcast takes stock of movements in shipping markets over the first six months of 2025 and looks ahead at expectations for the remainder of the year.In...
2025-07-1458 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastDigitalisation, modelling, and simulation in decarbonisation with Dr Gu Hai from ABSThe energy transition comes with new risks and understanding these without having to deal with a real-life incident is of critical importance.In the latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we focus on the role of simulation and modelling for a safe transition with Dr Gu Hai, Vice President of Technology, Asia Pacific, for leading classification society ABS.Dr Gu sat down with Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand to discuss the role digital technology plays in advancing the decarbonisation of the maritime sector, including examples of work ABS has done with its clients.
2025-03-2520 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Conversation with Tim Wilkins, Managing Director of IntertankoThe energy mix into 2030, alternative fuels and the challenges of decarbonisation are key topics facing the shipping industry and discussed in the latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast.We welcomed Tim Wilkins onto the podcast 10 weeks since he was promoted to the role of Managing Director of Intertanko.A conversation with Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand discusses Tim’s transition into the new role, Intertanko’s decarbonisation strategy, as well as seafarer issues and vetting.If you want to hear more from Tim, he will be moderating a conference session looking at the energy mix to 2030 at with senior representatives f...
2025-03-2125 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastCustomer care across continents with Liebherr CranesHow do you manage customer service for maritime crane equipment clients across the globe?In this episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast, we take an in-depth look at the complexities of customer service in the maritime crane sector with Martin Mathis, General Manager of Customer Service at Liebherr Maritime Cranes.A conversation with Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand covers how Liebherr tailors its services to meet the diverse needs of clients worldwide, the challenges of managing customer support across various regions, and the innovative solutions being implemented for future growth.Listen now to learn more aboutUnique aspects o...
2025-03-1812 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Conversation: Maritime advocacy with Akanksha Batura PaiFrom involvement with Singapore Shipping Association and the IMO to speaking at industry events and selfies on social media, today’s podcast guest is an advocate for all things maritime.In the latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we sit down with Akanksha Batura Pai a well-known personality in Singapore maritime circles and internationally.A conversation between Akanksha and Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand explores the challenges the industry faces, the importance of networking, and Akanksha's commitment to giving back through various roles, including her position as the IMO Goodwill Maritime Ambassador.Listen to the episode to hear more about A...
2025-02-1425 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastBonus episode: Shipping market macro-economic outlook for 2025How will global the macro-economic outlook impact shipping markets in 2025?In a five-part series to start 2025 we take a look at where shipping markets are headed in the coming year with experts Maritime Strategies International (MSI).In this first part the Seatrade Maritime Podcast talked to Adam Kent, Managing Director of MSI, about the overall macro-economic outlook for shipping in 2025.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to ensure you don't miss our latest uploads. For the latest news on the shipping and maritime industries, visit www.searade-maritime.com....
2025-01-0605 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastShipping markets outlook 2025Following a rollercoaster ride of a year for shipping last year where are shipping markets headed in 2025? Get the view of the experts in our 2025 markets outlook podcast episode.In the first episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast for 2025 you will hear from Maritime Strategies International (MSI) analysts Adam Kent, Daniel Richards, Will Fray, and Tim Smith. They will be covering the macro-outlook for shipping as whole and then drilling down into the individual markets of container shipping, dry bulk, tankers, and shipbuilding.Find out the MSI team’s views on:Whether container freight ra...
2025-01-0346 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime Just Transition Taskforce report and key takeawaysIn this second episode on the Maritime Just Transition Taskforce, Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News, is joined by Alishba Zaman from the UN Global Compact and Natassa Kouvertari from the Lloyd's Register Maritime Decarbonisation Hub. Together, they delve into the Maritime Just Transition Task Force's efforts to create a safer and more sustainable future for seafarers. Learn more about the Baseline Training Framework for Seafarers in Decarbonisation, and Just Transition Task Force report ‘Considerations of Training Aspects for Seafarers on Ships Powered by Ammonia, Methanol and Hydrogen’ launched in November at Seatrade Maritime Crew Connect Glob...
2024-12-2019 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Focus: Ensuring a Just Transition for SeafarersShipping has ambitious targets to decarbonise but it will only be able to reach those goals with the help of those who operate the vessels – seafarers.When it comes to decarbonisation in shipping much of the talk is around new technology, engines and the availability of alternative fuels. But for these alternative fuelled vessels to work there is a very vital piece of the puzzle – trained crews to operate them. The key role of the seafarer in shipping’s decarbonisation voyage led to the formation of the Maritime Just Transition Task Force.In this latest In Foc...
2024-11-0821 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastSeafarers, sustainability and the path ahead with Larry Gwee from SMOUAttracting young talent to seafaring, the role of unions in the energy transition, and the power of tripartism in fostering collaboration between unions, employers, and governments.Join Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News, as he delves into the challenges and opportunities facing seafarers and the maritime industry with Larry Gwee, Assistant General Secretary of the Singapore Maritime Officers Union (SMOU).A lively conversation with Larry covers –The image challenge facing seafaringHow to attract young to go to seaThe energy transition and alternative fuelsThe role of technology The power of tripartism between unions, employers, an...
2024-10-1022 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn conversation with IMO Sec-Gen Arsenio Dominguez ahead of MEPC 82What is the role of LNG as a transition fuel and how does fit with the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) ambitions and regulations?Ahead of the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee Meeting (MEPC 82) on 30 Sept – 4 Oct the Seatrade Maritime Podcast caught up with Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez.Seatrade Maritime News Correspondent Nick Savvides talked to the Secretary-General about the role of LNG as a transition fuel, as well as theme of next year’s World Maritime Day on 26 September 2025.The conversation covers:The role of LNG in shipping's energy transitionDecarbonisation targets and tech...
2024-09-2712 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastNuclear power on the agenda for maritime with Mikal Boe CEO of Core PowerNuclear power as an alternative fuel for maritime is gaining serious momentum as a pathway to zero emissions for the industry.One of those at the vanguard of trying to commericalise nuclear for shipping has been Mikal Boe, CEO of Core Power, a company he founded in 2018.It is over three years ago since Mikal last appeared on the Seatrade Maritime Podcast and things have clearly moved on a long way in that time.“I think the biggest milestone over the last three year has been the insertion of nuclear into the agenda at the IMO. It's not quite there yet, but ...
2024-09-2526 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn focus: The Oil Sustainability ProgramIn this In Focus episode of Seatrade Maritime Podcast, Emma Howell, Content Director at Seatrade Maritime, talks with Ahmad Abdulaziz Sindi, General Manager of the Transportation Sector at the Oil Sustainability Program (OSP). They discuss the upcoming Saudi Maritime and Logistics Congress, the role of OSP in promoting sustainable hydrocarbon utilisation, and the key initiatives aimed at enhancing the sustainability in maritime.Learn more about:An overview of the Oil Sustainability Program (OSP)The key initiatives and objectives of the OSPEnvironmental sustainability challenges in maritime industryRole of oil in maritime sustainabilityTechnologies for improving fuel...
2024-09-1221 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastBringing aviation tech into shipping with Julian Panter CEO of SmartSeaThe comparison between the shipping and the aviation industries is a common one, with it often felt that maritime lags behind.Bringing systems over from aviation to maritime has proved to be more difficult than it sounds, but this is something that SITA, through SmartSea, is looking to change.Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand sits down with Julian Panter, CEO of SmartSea, to discuss the transformative potential of bringing aviation technology to the maritime industry.The discussion covers:The setting up of SmartSea and the company’s aimsComparisons between shipping and aviationImmediate technological solutions for shippingChallenges in the maritime industryUnifying maritime digital languageCollaborati...
2024-08-2828 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastBuilding a new regional shipping player with Folk Maritime CEO Poul HestbaekFolk Maritime is a newcomer to the feeder and shortsea trades but has chosen an experienced leader in container shipping to bring the company’s ambitions to life.In this episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast, Folk Maritime CEO Poul Hestbaek speaks to Seatrade Maritime’s Gary Howard about the company’s expansion plans, and how Saudi Arabia’s backing and Vision 2030 gives Folk a long-term view of shipping in the Red Sea and Arabian Gulf.The conversation covers topics including:Fleet expansion and newbuilding plansShipping market trends, vessel design, and fuel sourceThe impact of Red S...
2024-08-1235 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastBonus episode: Shipbuilding market outlook H2 2024A return in ordering for tankers, shipyard expansion, and increasing production by Chinese shipbuilders are all signs of a buoyant shipbuilding market in 2024.In a five-part series mid-year we take stock of shipping markets in the first six months of the year and look ahead to the remainder of the 2024 with experts Maritime Strategies International (MSI).In this final part of the series the Seatrade Maritime Podcast talks with Adam Kent, Managing Director of MSI, about the performance and outlook for the shipbuilding market.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to ensure y...
2024-07-3011 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastBonus episode: Tanker shipping market outlook for H2 2024Disruption has built on disruption for the tanker markets generally keeping rates at high levels while newbuilding deliveries remain low.In a five-part series mid-year we take stock of shipping markets in the first six months of the year and look ahead to the remainder of the 2024 with experts Maritime Strategies International (MSI).In this fourth part the Seatrade Maritime Podcast talks with Tim Smith from MSI about the performance and outlook for the tanker shipping market.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to ensure you don't miss our latest uploads.
2024-07-2608 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastBonus Episode: Container shipping market outlook for H2 2024Spot container freight rates have surged to unexpected highs in the first half of 2024 due the Red Sea crisis, what will happen in the remaining months of the year?In a five-part series mid-year we take stock of shipping markets in the first six months of the year and look ahead to the remainder of the 2024 with experts Maritime Strategies International (MSI).In this second part the Seatrade Maritime Podcast talked to Daniel Richards from MSI, about the developments in the container shipping market and the outlook for the remainder of the year....
2024-07-1810 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastBonus episode: Shipping market macro-economic outlook in H2Accelerating economic growth, improved demand, and the impact of Red Sea diversions have combined to boost shipping markets across the board in the first half of 2024.In a five-part series mid-year we take stock of shipping markets in the first six months of the year and look ahead to the remainder of the 2024 with experts Maritime Strategies International (MSI).In this first part the Seatrade Maritime Podcast talked to Adam Kent, Managing Director of MSI, about the overall macro-economic picture for shipping so far in 2024.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to...
2024-07-1604 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastShipping markets outlook for H2 2024The shipping market in the first half of 2024 has been characterised by strong significant movement and earnings for some sectors are now highest they have been in 15 years. So what does the second half of the year have in store?We're just past the half-way point of the year and the Seatrade Maritime Podcast takes stock of movements in shipping markets over the first six months of 2024 and looks ahead at expectations for the remainder of the year.In this latest shipping markets outlook episode we are joined by analysts from Maritime Strategies International (MSI) t...
2024-07-1241 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Conversation with Captain Rado Antolovic, Drydocks World CEOUpgrading, refitting and repairing ships is taking on a new significance as shipping decarbonises, Drydocks World CEO Captain Rado Antolovic, PhD gives his view in the latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast.Recorded in the run up to Posidonia 2024, Capt. Rado speaks to Seatrade Maritime’s Emma Howell about the importance of Greek shipping to Drydocks World and the historic ties between the yard and Greece.Drydocks World’s 25-year business master plan is explored in detail, giving insight into recent and future investments at the Dubai yard and the commercial and environmental factors driv...
2024-06-1429 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Focus: Mobile Harbour Cranes with LiebherrMobile harbour cranes are a flexible and essential component of port operations; in this episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast, we explore the history and evolution of the mobile harbour crane and its applications.The conversation between Sebastian Simon, product manager for port equipment at Liebherr, and Seatrade Maritime correspondent Gary Howard looks at the types of cargo and vessels served by mobile harbour cranes, and how they fit into the wider port equipment ecosystem.Sebastian speaks about some of the features Liebherr has developed for its mobile harbour cranes to meet changing customer demands...
2024-05-2118 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastAmmonia safety and regulation with Matt Dunlop from V.GroupGreen ammonia is one of the potential fuels for zero carbon shipping, but its toxicity poses a safety challenege for the maritime industry.In this episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast, host Gary Howard, correspondent for Seatrade Maritime News, speaks with Matt Dunlop, Group Director, Sustainability & Decarbonisation at V.Group. The conversation covers Matt's work at V.Group and at The Maersk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping where he is a secondee working on ammonia regulation.Matt gives listeners a peek behind the curtains at The Maersk Mc-Kinney Møller Ce...
2024-05-1617 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Conversation with Quintin V. Kneen, President & CEO of TidewaterOne of the world’s largest offshore vessel owners Tidewater drove consolidation in the sector towards the end of a lengthy downturn.“At that time, people weren't as convinced that the industry was ever going to recover, and that's very natural when you go through a long down cycle. And, so, there were a lot of questions as to whether or not the industry would continue on and resurge as it has. I always believed that it would, I wasn't sure exactly when, but I'm pleased that it's come to fruition in that way,” Quintin V. Kneen, Presid...
2024-05-0926 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastE-learning and Maritime Training Developments with Raal Harris from Ocean Technologies GroupMaritime training is key to the safety of the shipping industry and its people and in this latest episode you'll be hearing from Raal Harris, Chief Creative Officer of Ocean Technologies Group.Raal has some 20-years of experience in the maritime e-learning space and talks with Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand about how the sector has developed and what lies ahead.The conversation covers: The greater acceptance of digital learning and increased focus on soft skillsThe shift to more personalised training in maritime and adaptive learningThe use of AI in training in a...
2024-04-2930 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Focus: The evolution of vessel inspections with George Haysom, IdwalSeatrade Maritime Podcast host Gary Howard, Correspondent for Seatrade Maritime, speaks with George Haysom, Chief Commercial Officer at Idwal to discuss the latest developments in the ship inspection space.The conversation covers the role of vessel inspections in ensuring vessel safety and efficiency, and how inspection data can enable better performance and improved visibility of fleet performance.Idwal's new offering Idwal ID is explored in detail, including the role of collaborator shipowners in its development, the services it provides, and who benefits from its vessel and fleet insights. George also touches on the r...
2024-04-1827 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Focus: Charting the course for seafarer travel managementIn this enlightening episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast, host Paul Bartlett, Correspondent for Seatrade Maritime, sits down with Paul Cronjé, Managing Director of Clyde Travel Management. They delve into the complex logistics and challenges of arranging travel for seafarers, a critical but often overlooked aspect of maritime operations.Paul Cronjé offers insights into Clyde Travel Management's dedicated services for the maritime sector, emphasising their commitment to seamless and efficient travel solutions for seafarers worldwide. He discusses the unique challenges faced by maritime travel management, from dealing with unpredictable sea conditions to navigating the complexities of international tr...
2024-03-2714 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastDevelopments in maritime communications with Ben Palmer from InmarsatThe maritime communications space is experiencing massive demand growth for both crew welfare and business applications.In this latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we talk to Ben Palmer, President of maritime business for Inmarsat, about the fast-changing landscape for communications in the industry.“One of the things I'd say at the outset is that I was struck when I came into the industry was a slightly binary sense that people wanted to talk about LEO or GEO, as if they were somehow mutually exclusive or there wasn't going to be room for both,” Ben...
2024-03-2229 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastThe Red Sea crisis and sanctions with Mike Salthouse from NorthStandardIn this episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we focus on P&I risks and the Red Sea Crisis and navigating the complexities of international sanctions and shipping.Join Gary Howard, Seatrade Maritime News Correspondent, in conversation with Mike Salthouse, Head of External Affairs for NorthStandard.The discussion includes:P&I considerations for transiting the Red SeaBalance between risk and contractual obligations in transiting high risk areasWar risk insuranceSecondary sanctions concerns for shippingThe parallel fleetBig tech’s influence on shipppingListen now to gain a deeper understanding of these critical issues...
2024-03-1535 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastInvestigating seafarer deaths with Mental Health Support SolutionsInvestigating seafarer deaths and crimes onboard vessels face unique challenges which Mental Health Support Solutions are aiming to address through criminal psychology.In this latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we talk to Julia Opperman and Dr. Charles Watkins of Mental Health Support Solutions (MHSS) about the role criminal psychology can play in investigations in a maritime setting. In conversation with Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand Julia and Charles delve into how MHSS’ new forensic psychology service has the potential to revolutionise the way crimes at sea are investigated. The also disc...
2024-03-1230 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Focus: Digitalising maritime operations with Ascenz MarorkaIn the latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast, we dive into the digital transformation of the maritime industry with Francois Hanat, Digital Innovation Manager at Ascenz Marorka.Join our host Dan Chapman, Head of Media at Seatrade Maritime, as they navigate the solutions Ascenz Marorka is providing to vessels across the globe.Francois shares the company's mission to harmonise economic and environmental objectives, offering a broad spectrum of digital tools designed to optimise ship operations, enhance safety, and reduce CO2 emissions.With over 20 years of experience and more than 1,400 ships equipped, Ascenz...
2024-03-0826 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Focus: The human element in maritime training and safetyThe latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast delves into the crucial topic of seafarer training with John Abate, head of training at Northern Marine GroupTalking with Seatrade Maritime News Correspondent Paul Bartlett, John shares perspectives on the rapid technological advancements impacting the maritime sector, from sustainable propulsion options to the digitalisation of operations.He highlights the importance of developing competencies that extend beyond compliance, emphasizing the role of immersive, team-based training in enhancing crew safety and operational efficiency.The conversation also explores the evolving skill sets required for tomorrow's seafarers, the...
2024-02-2214 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime Masterclass with Captain Alexandra Hagerty, Founder of Captains without BordersDive into the captivating journey of Captain Alexandra Hagerty, the latest ambassador of the Seatrade Maritime Club, as she shares her voyage from sailing instructor to Master of the hospital ship Africa Mercy.Captain Alexandra Hagerty, currently a Fleet Superintendent with Pasha, talks about her career in shipping and at sea with Seatrade Maritime’s Dan Chapman.Discover her impact on the maritime industry, her role in sustainability, and her inspiring initiative, Captains without Borders, which empowers underprivileged maritime cadets.Learn how she's helping steer the industry towards a sustainable horizon on this ep...
2024-02-0822 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastShipping markets outlook for 2024Where are shipping markets headed in the next 12 months? Get the view of the experts in our 2024 markets outlook podcast episode. In the first episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast for you will hear from Maritime Strategies International (MSI) analysts Adam Kent, Daniel Richards, Will Fray, and Tim Smith. They will be covering the macro-outlook for shipping as whole and then drilling down into the individual markets of container shipping, dry bulk, tankers, and shipbuilding?Find out the MSI team’s views on:· What the overall demand and supply outlook looks like for shipping...
2024-01-0340 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Conversation with David Ferrer, CTO and Co-Founder of bound4blueIn this latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we are in Conversation with bound4blue CTO and Co-Founder David Ferrer.The broad ranging discussion with Seatrade Maritime News Correspondent Paul Bartlett includes:Suction Sail Development ChoiceConfidence in Suction SailsImpact of Carbon Intensity RegulationsPilot Installations and OrdersGlobal Applicability and Financial AspectsListen now to hear the full conversation
2023-12-1419 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Focus: Providing global customer service for mobile harbour cranes and reachstackers with LiebherrIn this latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we focus on the complexities of providing global customer service for mobile harbour cranes and ship and offshore cranes with Liebherr.Christoph Döring, Head of Customer Services – Mobile Cranes and Reachstackers for Liebherr, talks with Emma Howell, Seatrade Maritime Director of Content. The conversation covers: Christoph’s role with LiebherrThe different pillars of the customer service functionProviding service on a global scaleBuilding out remote serviceSupporting customers during the pandemic and beyondProviding expert assistance with XpertAssistTo learn about all these topics and much more listen...
2023-12-0817 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Conversation with Martin Helweg and Benjamin Neal from P&O Maritime LogisticsIn this latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we are in Conversation with P&O Maritime Logistics CEO Martin Helweg and Head of HSSEQ Benjamin Neal.The broad ranging discussion with Seatrade Maritime News Correspondent Paul Bartlett includes:The integration of Topaz Energy and MarineThe energy transition and P&O Maritime Logistics' decarbonisation pathwayWhy the company hasn't ordered new offshore vessels yetThe project cargo market in the Middle EastDecarbonising the workboat fleetListen now to hear the full conversation
2023-12-0629 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - November 2023 in reviewDrastic cuts in Panama Canal transits, Houthi militia attack vessels and take seafarers hostage, and the Filipino seafarer influencer, and much more on the latest episode of Maritime in Minutes.Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand takes the listener through November in maritime with his top picks that appeared on Seatrade Maritime News.Featured in this episodePanama Canal transit reductions impactBiofuels studyAustralian national fleet planDP World Australia cyber-attackIs an old ship a bad ship?Seafarer salariesThe seafarer influencerShipping under attack in the Red SeaListen now to learn more...
2023-12-0112 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Focus: The role of the SOSREP in casualtiesIn this latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast, we focus on the role of the SOSREP in responding to maritime emergencies with guest Stephan Hennig who is who is the Secretary of State's Representative for Maritime Salvage and Intervention.Stephan is joined in conversation by Nick Savvides, Correspondent for Seatrade Maritime News, and provides a fascinating insight into the role of the SOSREP, including:· The day-to-day responsibilities of SOSREP and how it came to exist· The differences in dealing with maritime emergencies between countries.· The influence of the SOSREP role in a maritime emergen...
2023-11-1620 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Focus: Diversity, equity and inclusion at seaIn this latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we speak to Susanne Justesen from the Global Maritime Forum (GMF) about diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) at sea.In a conversation with Seatrade Maritime News’ Nick Savvides, Susanne also takes a dive in the GMF’s Human sustainability programme.The discussion covers:The lack of gender diversity at seaPreventing sexual misconductPilot programme with women onboard shipsListening and learning to the experiences of seafarers onboardThe future maritime workforceDiversity training for crewListen to the episode now to learn about these and much more
2023-11-1421 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Conversation with Tuomas Riski CEO of NorsepowerIn this latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we are In Conversation with Tuomas Riski CEO of Norsepower, which manufacturers mechanical sails to bring wind power into the 21st century.Tuomas talks with Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand about reducing fuel consumption and emissions by fitting mechanical sails to vessels. The episode includes discussion about:A modernised mechanical sailLevels of reduction in fuel consumption and emissionsCombining with alternative fuels to reduce costsInstallation and operation of mechanical sailsChanging wind from an enemy to a friend of shipsRetrofits versus newbuildsPayback period and vessel trading patterns
2023-11-0918 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - October 2023The dark fleet and seafarers, EU ETS surcharges, carbon capture and storage, Starlink fleet rollouts and much more in the latest episode of Maritime in Minutes.Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand takes the listener through September in maritime with his top picks that appeared on Seatrade Maritime News.Featured in this episodeFrontline and Euronav spat resolved IMO and EU relationshipContainer line EU ETS surchargesMaersk goes big on StarlinkClimate and the Panama CanalDry bulk and tanker newbuildingsCCS and the existing fleetThe dark fleet and seafarersListen now to learn more
2023-11-0111 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Conversation with Panama Canal Authority Administrator Ricaurte Vasquez MoralesThe Panama Canal is one of the world’s most strategic waterways connecting Asia with the East Coast of the Americas but the impact of climate change has seen a cut in the number of daily transits allowed and draught restrictions.In this latest episode, Marcus Hand Editor of Seatrade Maritime is in conversation with Panama Canal Authority Administrator Ricaurte Vásquez Morales.The impact of Panama’s drought on the canal is a story that has gone well beyond the shipping press and has captured global media attention, such as the waterway's importance to globa...
2023-10-1628 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Focus: Marine lubricants and solutions for alternative fuelsIn this latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast, Emma Howell, Director at Seatrade Maritime, engages in an insightful conversation with Ayten Yavuz, Regional Manager for Northwest Europe and Americas at Chevron Marine Lubricants.They delve into the world of lubricants, exploring the latest solutions and strategies for the marine industry. In this episode you will hear - The Need for New Lubricant SolutionsChevron's Lower Carbon StrategyIntroduction of Taro Ultra Advanced 40Performance in Dual Fuel EnginesLubricants for Alternative FuelsMitigating Air Pollution from Lube Oil BurningAyten Yavuz’s Long Career in the IndustryThe Excitement of Work...
2023-10-1109 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - September 2023Will there be enough green fuels for shipping? ESG is not an option. New fuels, new risk. Container shipping heads to 2016, and much more in the latest episode of Maritime in Minutes.Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand takes the listener through September in maritime with his top picks that appeared on Seatrade Maritime News.Stories featured in this episodeFortescue backs ammonia, says no to methanolShipping will need 40% of all green fuels in 2030Panama Canal warns of further transit cutsESG framework is essentialNew fuels, new risksSaudi giga projects and business opportunitiesSurge in drilling...
2023-10-0212 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Focus: ESG and ship salvageIn this latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we focus on the impact ESG is having on the salvage sector with guest Gina Panayiotou from the West of England P&I Club.Environmental, social, governance, or ESG, is touching all parts of business today including perhaps some less obviously on the agenda such as the salvage sector.In this episode Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News, talks to Gina about the impact ESG is having on salvage and different parties in the sector need to do be doing.Marcus and Gina...
2023-09-1320 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastSetting a course after MEPC 80 with ABSThe conclusions of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Marine Environment Protection Committee 80 (MEPC 80) set a clear direction on shipping’s pathway to decarbonisation. Now that we’ve all had time to digest the conclusions of MEPC 80 the Seatrade Maritime Podcast sat down with Joseph Gardemal, Regulatory Affairs Manager for ABS to talk about what lies ahead. Speaking with Marcus Hand Editor of Seatrade Maritime News, Joseph offers an inside perspective of how the tone has changed at IMO and real progress was made.In this episode Marcus and Joseph discuss: How significant was the prog...
2023-09-0716 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - August 2023The Panama Canal water shortages, the influence of geopolitics on shipping, HMM stake for sale but who's buying, who are CStar Line, and much more in the latest episode.Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand takes the listener through August in maritime with his top picks that appeared on Seatrade Maritime News.Featured in this episode:Shipper and carrier environmental rankingsGlobal slump in container volumesPanama Canal water woesGeopolitics and influence on trade and shippingChina overtakes Greece as world’s largest shipownerWho are CStar Line?HMM stake saleLifting the lid of Pacific CarriersMaersk Supply Service jo...
2023-09-0113 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Conversation with Danial Kaabi and Bab Reijntjes from Sea Horizon Offshore Marine ServicesIn this latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast Danial Kaabi and Bab Reijntjes, respectively CEO and COO of Sea Horizon Offshore Marine Services talk with Seatrade Maritime’s Emma Howell about the latest developments at the company.One of the key developments is the appointment of Bab as COO bringing with him experience in both the Middle East and managerial roles at major offshore companies. His experience dovetails with Sea Horizon’s own expansion ambitions.In this episode you will hear - From Bab about what attracted him to the new role at Sea H...
2023-08-1714 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - July 2023The IMO revised greenhouse gas emissions strategy, Chinese shipbuilding dominance, fuelling up on methanol, Panama canal transit restrictions, and much more in the latest episode of Maritime in Minutes.Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand takes the listener through July in maritime with his top picks that appeared on Seatrade Maritime News.Featured in this episode: IMO revised greenhouse gas emissions strategyONE targets container shipping value chain investmentsChina takes top spot in newbuilding ordersMethanol newbuilds flavour of the monthThe IMO Secretary-General electionsStart-up traction for Spot ShipPanama Canal transit cutsFremantle Highway fatal car carrier fire
2023-08-0114 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastBonus Episode: Shipbuilding market outlook for H2 2023The first half of 2023 has defied expectations for major shipbuilders with owners continuing to pile on newbuilding orders for containerships and LNG carriers, as well as other vessel types.For listeners interested in specific industry sectors only we have taken the Seatrade Maritime Podcast Shipping markets outlook 2023 episode and split into four mini-episodes focusing on a specific sector.In the fourth part of our shipping market outlook series we are focusing on the outlook for the shipbuilding sector in the second half of 2023 with Maritime Strategies International (MSI) Managing Director Adam Kent.You...
2023-07-2811 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Conversation with Nikeel Idnani from IMarEST UAE BranchThis latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast features well-known Middle East maritime personality Nikeel Idnani, Honourary Secretary of IMarEST, UAE Branch.Seatrade Maritime Director Emma Howell talks to Nikeel about his passion for the maritime industries.The conversation covers:Nikeel’s career at sea and ashoreWhy he volunteers his time with IMarESTThe importance of being a member of a trade associationThe activities of IMarEST in UAEThe role associations play in the regional maritime clusterLooking ahead and reducing emissions from shippingListen now!
2023-07-2639 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastBonus Episode: Tanker shipping market outlook for H2 2023The tanker market has come off its high seen in 2022 but it remains volatile, and rates are at generally very healthy levels – what does the second half of 2023 have in store?For listeners interested in specific industry sectors only we have taken the Seatrade Maritime Podcast Shipping markets outlook 2023 episode and split into four mini-episodes focusing on a specific sector.In the third part of our shipping market outlook series we are focusing on the outlook for the tanker sector in the second half of 2023 with Maritime Strategies International (MSI) analyst Tim Smith.Le...
2023-07-2510 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastBonus Episode: Dry bulk shipping market outlook for H2 2023Any hopes that the dry bulk shipping market would improve in the first half of 2023 have failed to materialise as a bounce back in Chinese demand did not happen as expected. So, what does the second half of the year hold in store?For listeners interested in specific industry sectors only we have taken the Seatrade Maritime Podcast Shipping markets outlook 2023 episode and split into four mini-episodes focusing on a specific sectorIn the second part of our shipping market outlook series we are focusing on the dry bulk sector with Plamen Natkoff, Associate Director...
2023-07-2110 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastBonus episode: Container shipping market outlook for H2 2023The plunge in spot container freight rates has largely come to halt in the first half of 2023, but will the impact continue to be felt in contract rates in the second half of the year, and how much of a concern are newbuilding deliveries.For listeners interested in specific industry sectors only we have taken the Seatrade Maritime Podcast Shipping markets outlook H2 2023 episode and split into four mini-episodes focusing on a specific sector. In the first part of the series we are focusing on the container sector with Maritime Strategies International (MSI) analyst Daniel...
2023-07-1808 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastShipping markets outlook for H2 2023We've just past the half way point of the year and the Seatrade Maritime Podcast takes stock of movements in shipping markets over the first six months of 2023 and looks ahead at expectations for the remainder of the year.In this episode listeners will hear from a panel of analysts from Maritime Strategies International (MSI) discussing the macro-economic outlook for shipping, the container sector, dry bulk, tankers, and shipbuilding in the second half of 2023.Joining Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand in conversation about shipping markets are Adam Kent, Daniel Richards, Plamen Natzkoff, and Tim...
2023-07-1345 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - June 2023Cyberattack fears in shipping, Panama Canal water issues, IMO and net-zero emissions, contrast on Titan and African Cardinal search and rescue operations, and much more in the latest episode of Maritime in Minutes.Seatrade Maritime News Editor, Marcus Hand, and Europe Editor, Gary Howard, discuss and comment on the stories that stood out on Seatrade Maritime News during the last month.In this episode Marcus and Gary discuss:Cyberattacks expected to cause collisions, groundings and deathsPanama Canal unprecedented droughtMethanol’s time to shine as a marine fuelUS West Coast ports labour agreementUK’s muddle mari...
2023-07-0316 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastDay of the Seafarer - In conversation with Gerardo BorromeoThe Day of the Seafarer on 25 June highlights the critical role that ship's crew play in the industry and the global economy. Marking the Day of the Seafarer this episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast features Gerardo Borromeo, CEO of PTC Group, one of the world's largest crewing providers, who is highly passionate about the importance of the role seafarers play, their well being, and ensuring it is an attractive career for the future.In conversation with Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News, Gerardo discusses:The importance of having a day that recognises...
2023-06-2537 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastUS West Coast ports labour deal - what next? With Peter Sand from XenetaAfter 13 months of tense negotiations a tentative agreement has been reached between the International Longshore & Warehouse Union and the Pacific Maritime Association for a six-year deal for dockworkers at US West Coast Ports.In this episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we talk to Peter Sand, Chief Analyst at Xeneta, about the importance of the deal and what happens next.Speaking with Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News, the conversation covers: The run up to the tentative agreement and why it is so important that it has been reached.The risk that the...
2023-06-1621 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastGeopolitics and trade with Punit Oza from Maritime NXTThe impact of geopolitics and trade on shipping is in sharp focus with war in Ukraine, sanctions, and global political and trade tensions.In a new monthly series the Seatrade Maritime Podcast will be examining these issues in depth with well renown maritime leader Punit Oza as a guest presenter.Punit, recently struck out on his own with Maritime NXT, and has a career that has spanned dry bulk shipping, chartering, law, and technology, as well as passion for the intersection between the maritime industries and global trade, something he is passing to the younger...
2023-06-0821 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - Top stories in May 2023The dark fleet and safety dangers, secondhand ship prices, mega-port developments, regulatory pressures, and much more in the latest episode of Maritime in Minutes.Seatrade Maritime News Editor, Marcus Hand, and Europe Editor, Gary Howard, discuss and comment on the stories that stood out on Seatrade Maritime News during the last month.In this episode Marcus and Gary discussThe worrying state of the Venezuelan tanker fleetSeafarer welfare and shore leave restrictionsSecondhand ship pricesThe dark fleetRegulatory pressureWomen in maritimeMSC hitting 5m teu slot capacityPort Klang’s mega expansion plansPrice challenge for alternative fuelsOSM Thome me...
2023-06-0113 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastEmpowering young women in maritime with Gina Panayiotou, West of England P&I ClubIn this latest Maritime Masterclass episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we feature Gina Panayiotou ESG Manager from the West of England P&I Club.Seatrade Maritime’s Emma Howell talks to Gina about her role at the Club, her passion for the industry, and mentoring young women entering the maritime sector. The conversation covers:The importance of ESGBalancing full time work with voluntary commitmentsAdvice for young women joining the maritime sectorThe importance of mentoringWomen in leadership and the gender pay gapListen to the episode now to find out moreI...
2023-05-1218 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastSingapore Maritime Week 2023 in MinutesNeed for ambition on IMO emission targets, Starlink shaking up maritime communications, the slow pace of digitalisation, new nuclear power, and more from the Singapore Maritime Week in Minutes podcast.In this bonus episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast, Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News Editor, takes listeners through five days of Singapore Maritime Week.Get the journalist’s perspective as Marcus talks about key points from top level speeches, conference panels, one-on-one interviews, and makes observations around the week while covering events for Seatrade Maritime News.Listen now to learn all ab...
2023-05-0512 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - April 2023MSC, size and container shipping, the collapse of Ince, Ocean Network Express’ cloudy crystal ball, piracy, and much more in the latest episode of Maritime in MinutesSeatrade Maritime News Editor, Marcus Hand, and Europe Editor, Gary Howard, discuss and comment on the stories that stood out on Seatrade Maritime News during the last month.In this episode Marcus and Gary discuss Containership size and orderbookMSC’s ever growing fleetCarbon capture and storageInce going into administrationThe hijacking of the Succces 9Elon Musk, Starlink and maritimeONE’s lack of earnings forecastGreen corridorsThe birth of SeatriumListen...
2023-05-0316 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Focus: Regulatory update on Greenhouse gas emissionsIn this latest In Focus episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast listeners are brought up-to-date with what is happening with regard to greenhouse gas emissions As the drive to slash greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions becomes more urgent, Seatrade Maritime News Correspondent Paul Bartlett provides an update on the most important developments in today’s rapidly changing landscape.Paul focuses on moves to tackle GHG emissions both on a global scale at the IMO, and in the first and most dramatic regional initiative in the European Union’s (EU) FuelEU Regulation as both have significant implications for...
2023-04-1212 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - March 2023Telling it like it is on shipping decarbonisation, ZIM gets feisty with shippers, full shipyards, merger sagas, and much more in the latest episode of Maritime in Minutes.Seatrade Maritime News Editor, Marcus Hand, and Europe Editor, Gary Howard, discuss and comment on the stories that stood out on Seatrade Maritime News during the last month.In this episode Marcus and Gary discuss –The Frontline and Euronav sagaSembcorp Marine and Keppel Offshore & Marine mergerStarlink rollout and communications impactWho will finance shipping’s decabonisation?The UK’s maritime strategy 2050ZIM gets feisty with shippersDNV tells it lik...
2023-04-0420 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastEmpowering youth in maritime with Danial Kaabi, CEO of Sea Horizon OffshoreIn the latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast Masterclass series we talk to Danial Kaabi, CEO of Sea Horizon Offshore Marine Services.In conversation with Seatrade Maritime’s Emma Howell, Daniel, who is also the latest Ambassador to the Seatrade Maritime Club, discusses his own career in the marine industries and advice for young people coming into the sector.Discussions with Danial include:From wanting to be a sports agent to a career in marineThe importance of business studiesMaking international clients feel at home in the Middle East and the importance of family an...
2023-03-2318 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - February 2023The latest episode of Maritime in Minutes features nuclear powered shipping, Maersk’s integrator ambitions, seafarer abandonment, emissions and environmental regulations, and much more.Seatrade Maritime News Editor, Marcus Hand, and Europe Editor, Gary Howard, discuss and comment on the stories that stood out on Seatrade Maritime News during the last month a short, but busy, February.In this episode Marcus and Gary discuss –· The economics of nuclear-powered retrofits· The record LNG carrier orderbook· Seafarer abandonment· Addressing sexual assault in shipping· Maersk’s integrator journey· ICS’ latest CO2 levy fund...
2023-03-0118 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastOperational efficiencies with Container xChange CEO Christian RoeloffsThe container revolutionised logistics, enabled global standardisation and improved efficiency. Christian Roeloffs, co-founder and CEO, Container xChange spoke to Seatrade Maritime about the inefficiencies that still surround container shipping around the box itself.In conversation with Seatrade Maritime News Europe Editor Gary Howard, Christian explains the processes involved in moving containers around the world, the old technologies they rely on, and the improvements available.Gary and Christian’s conversation covers: The processes involved in container operationsShipper-Owned Containers (SOCs) and Carrier-Owned Containers (COCs)The time cost of error handlingThe improvements on offer using existing technologiesData sh...
2023-02-2217 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Conversation with TradeFlow CEO Tom James about commodity marketsLast year saw unprecedented volatility in commodity markets and TradeFlow Capital Management CEO & CIO Tom James sat down with the Seatrade Maritime Podcast to discuss the outlook for 2023.In a conversation with Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand, Tom covers both wet and dry commodity markets drawing on the experiences of TradeFlow in financing SME commodity trades and shipments.Tom and Marcus’ discussion includes:The impact of the war in Ukraine on grain marketsSanctions on Russia and shifting tradeflowsMiddle East oil productionControls on fertiliser exportsChina re-opening post CovidShifts in productionThe impact on shipping...
2023-02-1020 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - January 2023The latest episode of Maritime in Maritimes features two marriages and two divorces, cyber-attacks, CII warnings, and much more.Seatrade Maritime News Editor, Marcus Hand, and Europe Editor, Gary Howard, discuss and comment on the stories that stood out on Seatrade Maritime News during the last month and it’s fair to say 2023 has started with a bangIn this episode Marcus and Gary discuss –The Euronav – Frontline debacleThome and OSM’s merger plansMaersk and MSC calling time on the 2M allianceThe final pieces of the puzzle for the North Standard mergerMega-bonusesCII and the risk to...
2023-02-0116 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Conversation - Nick Clarke, CEO of GreywingIn this latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we are in conversation with Nick Clarke, CEO and co-founder of Greywing, a start-up that has made considerable waves in the business of crew change.Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand talks with Nick about the journey he and Greywing have taken from a pivot in business model at the start of the pandemic to building a post-Covid automated crew change solution.The conversation covers Nick’s background in maritime security and the original business model of Greywing and how the pivot was made to crew ch...
2023-01-1932 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastBonus Episode: Shipbuilding market outlook for 2023The newbuilding orderbook peaked in mid-2022 and orders for shipbuilders are in decline. Is this drop in contracting set to continue in 2023 and how easy is it to find dock space if you do want to order a vessel?For listeners interested in specific industry sectors only we have taken the Seatrade Maritime Podcast Shipping markets outlook 2023 episode and split into four mini-episodes focusing on a specific sector.In the fourth, and final, part of our shipping market outlook series we are focusing on the shipbuilding sector with Maritime Strategies International (MSI) Managing Director Adam...
2023-01-1009 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastBonus Episode: Tanker market outlook for 2023The tanker market enjoyed a dramatic turnaround in fortunes in 2022 as the Russian invasion of Ukraine and resulting sanctions saw spot rates ramp up and a redrawing of trade flows, but will the good times continue in 2023?For listeners interested in specific industry sectors only we have taken the Seatrade Maritime Podcast Shipping markets outlook 2023 episode and split into four mini-episodes focusing on a specific sector.In the third part of our shipping market outlook series we are focusing on the tanker sector with Maritime Strategies International (MSI) analyst Tim Smith. Speaking to the Seatrade...
2023-01-0909 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastBonus episode: Dry bulk shipping market outlook for 2023The dry bulk shipping market endured a tough second half of 2022 and the outlook for the coming year does not look promising with a combination of depressed demand and fleet growth.For listeners interested in specific industry sectors only we have taken the Seatrade Maritime Podcast Shipping markets outlook 2023 episode and split into four mini-episodes focusing on a specific sectorIn the second part of our shipping market outlook series we are focusing on the dry bulk sector with Plamen Natkoff, Associate Director for Dry Bulk Commodities and Freight with Maritime Strategies International (MSI). He...
2023-01-0609 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastBonus episode: Container shipping market outlook for 2023The container shipping sector enjoyed an unprecedented boom during the pandemic but the coming year sees a combination of sluggish demand and sharply rising fleet growth.For listeners interested in specific industry sectors only we have taken the Seatrade Maritime Podcast Shipping markets outlook 2023 episode and split into four mini-episodes focusing on a specific sector. In the first part of the series we are focusing on the container sector with Maritime Strategies International (MSI) analyst Daniel Richards. He tells the Seatrade Maritime Podcast that there were three different elements that were important looking forward into 2023...
2023-01-0510 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Conversation - Shipping markets outlook 2023Where will shipping markets be headed in the coming year? This the question we seek to answer in the first episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast for 2023.In this episode listeners will hear from a panel of analysts from Maritime Strategies International (MSI) discussing the macro-economic outlook for shipping, the container sector, dry bulk, tankers, and shipbuilding in 2023.Joining Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand in conversation about shipping markets are Adam Kent, Daniel Richards, Plamen Natzkoff, and Tim Smith from MSI.Hear from the experts on their opinions about where different sectors...
2023-01-0444 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - 2022 in ReviewWe take a look back at some of the biggest shipping news stories featured on the Maritime in Minutes series and Seatrade Maritime News in 2022.Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News, takes the listener through the highlights from the last year and events that have impacted the maritime industries over the last 12 months.In a year that has seen shipping markets up ended by the war in Ukraine, the end of the pandemic and normalising of supply chains, a strong push on decarbonisation, and much more listen to the episode now to find out...
2022-12-2016 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Conversation with Mikkel Skou from Veracity by DNVIn this latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast, we are in conversation with Mikkel Skou, Managing Director of Veracity by DNV.Mikkel talks with Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News, about progress made by DNV's industry cloud platform Veracity, which was launched five years ago.The conversation covers the role Veracity plays in helping shipping reduce emissions, its digital marketplace, and the broader digitisation of DNV's classification services.Mikkel and Marcus also discuss the challenges that Veracity has faced in the journey of digitalisation of the industry, and issues including data...
2022-12-0821 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - November 2022In the latest episode of Maritime in Minutes Seatrade Maritime News Editor, Marcus Hand, and Europe Editor, Gary Howard, discuss and comment on the stories that stood out on Seatrade Maritime News during the last month.In this November 2022 episode Marcus and Gary discuss -The peak of the container shipping marketAbu Dhabi Ports expansion into feeder shippingCongested container depotsThe sanctions busting dark fleetThe Svitzer Australia lockoutThreat of a US rail strikeSoaring LNG shipping marketAnd the shortage of seafarersLinks to stories featured in this episodeMaersk calls market peak, reports more record...
2022-12-0116 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Focus - Ship recycling regulatory update on latest developmentsIn this latest In Focus episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast listeners are brought up-to-date with what is happening with regard ship recycling regulationWith the new environmental regulations by the IMO on carbon intensity expected to drive ship scrapping Seatrade Maritime News Correspondent Paul Bartlett provides an update on the regulatory compliance.He guides the listener through different sets of regulations from the IMO, European Union, and the OECD.Based on where an owner is located different regulations apply and in some cases the options for compliant ship recycling can very limited...
2022-11-2309 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Focus: EEXI and CII complianceIn this latest In Focus episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we take a look at the key points and challenges of the IMO’s EEXI and CII that came into force as part of MARPOL Annex VI on 1 November.In just 15 minutes Seatrade Maritime News Correspondent Paul Bartlett guides the listener through how the regulations will be applied.His discussions include potential pitfalls some ship types may face in complying with in particular CII, and questions as to whether the new regulations go far enough.Paul also looks into key issues around ch...
2022-11-0913 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - October 2022Which companies ordered methanol-fuelled ships last month? What happened in port strikes in the UK and Liverpool? How much are LNG carriers earning per day? All these stories and many more are covered in the October episode of Maritime in Minutes.In the latest episode of Maritime in Minutes Seatrade Maritime News Editor, Marcus Hand, and Europe Editor, Gary Howard, discuss and comment on the stories that stood out on Seatrade Maritime News during the last month.In this episode Marcus and Gary discuss -The latest methanol-fuelled containership orders.What is driving high...
2022-11-0215 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime Masterclass: Chris Aversano from Q88In the latest episode of the Maritime Podcast, hear from Chris Aversano on his 25 plus years of experience in the maritime industry both at sea and ashore. Chris is Product Manager with Q88 and Past President of the Connecticut Maritime Association (CMA) and this conversation with Emma Howell, Director of Digital Media for Seatrade Maritime, takes the listener through his career in the maritime industries.Chris starts out with how he got into the shipping industry and his time at sea including his time sailing on the last vessel of what was then Mobil Oil, to...
2022-10-1224 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Conversation with Adam Kent, MSI about shipping marketsIn this episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we are in conversation with Adam Kent, Managing Director of Maritime Strategies International (MSI) about the outlook for shipping markets.Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand caught up with Adam last week at the Marine Money Asia conference for a quick fire look at the tanker, container, and dry bulk shipping markets, and where they are headed.In just over 20 minutes the listener will hear about the tanker marketWhether the current high tanker market is underpinned by fundamentals?The impact of sanctions on Russia on...
2022-10-0622 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - September 2022In the latest episode of Maritime in Minutes Seatrade Maritime News Editor, Marcus Hand, and Europe Editor, Gary Howard, discuss and comment on the stories that stood out on Seatrade Maritime News during the last month.In this episode Marcus and Gary explore the varying fortunes of different shipping sectors.How hard will the landing be for container shipping as the party ends? Finally, some good news in offshore marine. And tankers set for a bull run.Listeners can also find out whether Gary really did drown in decarbonisation at SMM 2022. W...
2022-10-0314 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime Masterclass: Fazel Fazelbhoy, CEO of Synergy OffshoreIn the latest episode of the Maritime Podcast hear from veteran maritime professional, Fazel Fazelbhoy on his wealth of experience in the Middle East and his advice to aspiring entrepreneurs entering the marine and offshore marine world. The conversation with Emma Howell, Director of Digital Media for Seatrade Maritime, takes the listener on a journey through Fazel’s career.A well-known figure in the Middle East offshore and marine business Fazel’s career spans much more than just maritime.He tells the listener about the qualities needed for leadership at a top corporate leve...
2022-09-2821 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Focus - Methanol as a green fuel for shippingA growing number of shipping companies are making serious investments in methanol as an alternative fuel. In this latest In Focus episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we talk to Chris Chatterton, Chief Operating Officer of the Methanol Institute, about why methanol is suitable as a green fuel for shipping and the challenges faced in its adoption. In a conversation with Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand the episode covers the experience of the first methanol fuelled vessels on the water.The listener will learn from Chris what is driving the current growth in interest i...
2022-09-2225 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime Masterclass: Caroline Yang, Hong Lam MarineIn this latest Maritime Masterclass episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast Caroline Yang, Chief Executive of Hong Lam Marine and President of the Singapore Shipping Association talks about her career in the industry and advice for aspiring young graduates.In a conversation with Emma Howell, Director of Digital Media for Seatrade Maritime, Caroline starts out by talking about how she came to study law, being called to the bar in Singapore, and becoming inhouse Legal Counsel for Hong Lam Marine.The conversation continues with Caroline offering her advice to young graduates starting out based and...
2022-09-1517 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - August 2022In the latest episode of Maritime in Minutes Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand discusses the stories that stood out during the last month.Marcus takes the listener on a week-by-week journey of significant stories and events from the past month across the shipping and ports sectors on Seatrade Maritime News.In this episode find out about: The restarting of grain exports from UkraineHow much Maersk increased its annual profit forecast byThe Cyprus government's strategy for shippingSeafarers left stranded in harm's way at the Port of DakarWhy Concordia has dropped plans to convert a...
2022-09-0212 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime Masterclass with Darren Shelton, FuelTrustIn this latest Maritime Masterclass episode of The Maritime Podcast Darren Shelton Chief Product Officer and Co-Founder of FuelTrust takes us through his 26-year long career in the maritime industries.Talking to Emma Howell, Director of Digital Content for Seatrade Maritime, Darren takes the listener on journey growing up in East Texas, far from the sea, through his first agency job in Houston to the launch of FuelTrust and his role today.Darren shares his experiences of working through different management roles in Moran Shipping Agencies – a business he stayed with for 21 years.He...
2022-08-1821 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Conversation with Cyprus Deputy Minister of ShippingIn this latest episode of The Maritime Podcast, we are in conversation with Vassilios Demetriades the Shipping Deputy Minister of the Republic of Cyprus.Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand caught up with the Minister during Posidonia 2022 for a conversation about Cyprus’ role in international shipping.If you like the show, make sure to subscribe and follow The Maritime Podcast. Feel free also to recommend the show to a friend or colleague that you think would enjoy it. The conversation covers:The government’s strategic vision for Cyprus Shipping – Sea Change 2030.How Cyprus h...
2022-08-1016 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - July 2022In the latest episode of Maritime in Minutes Seatrade Maritime News Editor, Marcus Hand, and Europe Editor, Gary Howard, discuss and comment on the stories that stood out on Seatrade Maritime News during the last month.In this episode find out about: What is the greatest cause of loss of life in the dry bulk shipping industry.How shipping markets performed in the first six months of 2022.Learn about the hunt for cheap methanol.Get the low down on HMM’s expansion plans.Falling prices of containers due to an...
2022-08-0212 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastDual-fuel vessel operation - safety and crew trainingIn this latest In Focus episode of The Maritime Podcast we look at what owners and managers need to know when it comes to operational safety and crew training when operating dual-fuel vessels.This episode features Eswynn de Souza, Fleet Director, Fleet Operations Petroleum at Eaglestar Shipmanagement (S) Pte. Ltd, Younes Alouani, Senior Gas Manager & Advisor at Intertanko, and Mark Darley, Marine & Offshore (M&O) Chief Operating Officer, Lloyd's Register, in conversation with Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News.In this episode you will hear about:- The mindset change required by crew t...
2022-07-2710 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastIn Focus – Fire safety on containerships and ro-rosIn this latest In Focus episode of The Maritime Podcast we examine a top issue in loss prevention in shipping – fires onboard containerships and ro-ro vessels.You will hear insights from Colin Gillespie, Director of Loss Prevention for North P&I on the causes of fires and what can be done to try and prevent such casualties.Speaking to Seatrade Maritime News Editor, Marcus Hand, the topics covered include- The growing number of serious fires on containerships and ro-ros- The impact of vessel size and design on fire risk- Ta...
2022-07-2112 min
Seatrade Maritime PodcastMaritime in Minutes - June 2022In the latest episode of Maritime in Minutes Seatrade Maritime News Editor, Marcus Hand, and Europe Editor, Gary Howard, discuss and comment on the stories that stood out on Seatrade Maritime News during the last month.Find out how and why is Maersk moving cargo in China’s cabotage market.Why is 10.5% of the containership fleet being tied up in delaysgood news for the box market sector?How were developments at MEPC 78 received?What went on at Posidonia 2022?How does engine load relate to methane slip on...
2022-07-0114 min