Shipping Podcast - Listen To The Maritime Professionals In The World Of Shipping

Shipping - more than only the maritime leg of the supply chain that is obvious to Peter Sand, Chief Analyst Xeneta and maybe now we can hope that the world can see the importance of shipping and the people working in it.  Peter asks us to put everything in perspective; the Evergiven, the Pandemic, and the Ukrainian crises. Of course, he is right. He also thinks that shipping is a peacemaker, as odd as it sounds. Trade and transport of goods always include two parties that need to agree. Let's pray that this latest crisis also will en in peace.

Visionary leaders to raise the profile of the maritime industry that is what we need! Jan Dieleman, President of Cargill Ocean Transportation, is an excellent example of the leaders we need. Listen to our conversation about sustainability, diversity and inclusion, recruitment, the next generation and where we can see progress in these areas.  What do you think? Please give us a shoutout on social media or drop me a line at hello@shippingpodcast.com  Thank you for listening.  

Global trade is impossible without transportation, and every country relies on maritime trade to sell what it has and buy what it needs. Since there is more transportation on the water than onshore, maritime transport is dependent on trade. That's why this episode is all about trade. Cecilia Malmstrom, Former EU Commissioner for Trade and now a non-resident senior fellow at PIIE (Peterson Institute for International Economics), is the interviewee in episode 181.  We discuss shipping from a global trade perspective. Cecilia has been representing the EU in various trade negotiations. She knows everything there is to know about trade agreements, politics and how to take many different viewpoints into account when negotiating.   World Trade Organisation, WTO  International Monetary Fund, IMF International Maritime Organisation, IMO  The Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership, TTIP) Cecilia Malmstrom hosts a monthly webinar on trade, Trade Winds. You are welcome to sign up here. 

This episode introduces a maritime industry sector where the fuel to ships is handled. We meet Eugenia Benavides, Directora Marinos, Organización Terpel S.A.   She gives us insights into a part of the industry that is also changing to keep up with changing times. Of course, I cannot help myself, and I have to ask about what it's like to work in a male-dominated industry and her view for the future.  If you have ideas for guests who have something to tell about the bunkering industry, please drop me a line at hello@shippingpodcast.com  Thank you for listening

I have had a wonderful conversation about how well the maritime industry matches the tech industry when attracting the next generation and the talents that we need. I spoke with Caitlin Hardy, Vice President, Programs, Kongsberg Maritime Inc., and am happy to share this in the 179th episode of the Shipping Podcast. We also speak about the culture of the maritime industry and how brave Caitlin is to have changed jobs a couple of times to be able to get a perspective on our beloved industry.  Caitlin is also coming up with suggestions for the challenges we all face. For example, there are ways to eat the elephant, bit by bit. What is your view? Please let us know, both Caitlin and I love a good discussion.

Meet Sofia Lundmark, Master Mariner, who loves her work and is very honest about that. She loves the lifestyle of a seafarer, and she knows she will always be working in shipping. We discuss digitalisation, electronic paperwork, HSQE Health, safety, quality and environment, and why. We touch upon the fact that few people see the reason behind all rules and regulations and that it takes a very long time to put them into force.  We continue with diversity, harassment, bullying and safety again.  I think you want to listen to Sofia, and after having done so, will you argue with me when I say that the maritime industry needs more people like her? What is your view? Give us a shoutout if you want to discuss further. Thank you for listening. 

With over 15 years of experience in Maritime Emergency Response and Business Development, Lindsay Malen–Habib, Manager Client Services, Resolve Marine Group, knows all there is to know about salvage.  Lindsay is the first guest on the Shipping Podcast with a second appearance. If you want to listen to her first interview, search for episode #54 or her name Lindsay Malen.  Lindsay was elected as the first woman on the leadership committee of the American Salvage Association. She was appointed its first female President, where she was responsible for the growth of the organization, working with members, and up keeping relationships with USCG, SUPSALV, NOAA, BSSEE, and Congress amongst other tasks.  We have a long conversation about salvage, diversity, the profile of our industry, WISTA (of course) and the next generation.  Enjoy!   

Welcome to the 176th episode of the Shipping Podcast. It was some time ago since I released a solo episode. I want to convey the message of collaboration. We must work together to change the profile of the maritime industry.  I have been releasing this podcast for more than six years now, and I can see that things are changing. It just takes so long!  Joining forces and spreading the word of Digitalisation, Decarbonisation, and Diversity in the maritime industry makes a difference! We will not be viewed as old-fashioned and set. On the contrary, we will become attractive, responsible and forward-thinking. Join me on my quest for new leaders in the maritime space!   Twitter:  @Shippingpodcast   Facebook: Shippingpodcast  Instagram: @shippingpodcast  Website: Shippingpodcast.com  Email: hello@shippingpodcast.com   

At the age of six, I wanted to be a pirate. How little did I know that I would meet real pirates in my professional life? Meet Ursula Dockerty, Emergency Response Team Leader at Shell International Trading & Shipping Company Ltd, a Master Mariner passionate about the maritime industry. She is amazed by seafarers creativity and resilience. Without them, the rest of the society would have come to a standstill during the pandemic. Of course, we discuss the importance of role models. For example, Ursula just knew she wanted a career at sea and was very persistent about making that happen. But what about young people today? Do they see any of the career paths available to them? Do they watch movies or videos showing cool, inspiring people from the maritime industry?  We have a job to do. We need to show more of the maritime world to the general public and children in particular. Some of them might want to become emergency response leaders. Listen to the episode and give us a shoutout if you liked what you hear

In this episode, you will be meeting a true leader, an experienced Harbour Master, Master Mariner, Experienced Marine Advisor, General Manager and Non-Executive Director; her name is Captain Jeanine Drummond. We speak about the importance of modern leadership, which is somewhat different from traditional leadership, which has been prevailing in our industry for such a long time.  We also speak about the importance of not just trying to blend in but also speaking up to seize the opportunity to make a difference by becoming visible. Seeing is believing, says Jeanine. We are all role models in one way or another, and that is precisely what the maritime industry needs. Listen to Jenine and give us a shout-out!  Twitter:  @Shippingpodcast   Facebook: Shippingpodcast  Instagram: @shippingpodcast  Website: Shippingpodcast.com  Email: hello@shippingpodcast.com  

Making maritime your port of call by describing an industry that is global, green and going digital. THE PLACE TO BE.  Ley Hoon Quah, Chief Executive, Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore, MPA, sounds very enthusiastic when describing the maritime industry. She has seen the potential for our industry to become one of the most wanted workplaces by the next generation. Therefore, we need to join forces and promote it.  We discuss many of the initiatives in Maritime Singapore and how all stakeholders are working together to resolve the challenges ahead of us. digitalOCEANS™ is one of them that Ley Hoon Quah talks about in this episode.  I hope you feel inspired after having listened to episode 173. Please send me your feedback! I am all ears. Twitter:  @Shippingpodcast   Facebook: Shippingpodcast  Instagram: @shippingpodcast  Website: Shippingpodcast.com  Email: hello@shippingpodcast.com  

According to Patrick Verhoeven and the IAPH, Smart, Autonomous, and Integrated is the signum of a future port.  Listen to Patrick talking about what areas the trade association for ports around the world has identified as focus areas moving forward. Bunkering - alternative fuels, which and how much? Onshore power - cold ironing ports Incentives - how politicians can support Efficiency - optimal port call I am eagerly waiting for your feedback! Drop me a line at hello@shippingpodcast, and then spread the word about this episode! Thank you for listening! 

People don't like change. Famous words of the interviewee in this episode, Hans Hederström, Consultant, Marine Consultancy Group.  Listen to Captain Hederström and the impact he has had on the development of maritime safety and especially Bridge resource management. We get to hear the story of how the Center for Simulator Maritime Training, CSMART, in Almere, the Netherlands, came about and how that was a dream come through for Hans. Have you experienced training in a simulator? How did you find it? Would you please let me know what you think of my interview with Hans Hederström? Drop me a line at hello@shippingpodcast.com  Thank you for listening.

In episode 170, an interview I did IRL, you meet Frank Relou, Business Development and Commercial Manager, Sea Machines Robotics EMEA, who came to Gothenburg on his business trip. I had the opportunity to sit down with him and discuss autonomous shipping, AI and Internet of Things, among other things. When can we expect autonomous ships? Can the sailing fleet be retrofitted to become autonomous? How do we attract young people to our industry? Why does it take so long to set a new course for this conservative industry?  A lot of questions that we discuss in this episode. What is your view? Please drop me a line at hello@shippingpodcast.com and let me know. Thank you for listening.  

Welcome to the 169th episode of the Shipping Podcast. I am celebrating six years as a podcaster and am thinking back about how I recruited interviewees initially and how it went from there.  I speak about the importance of good sound quality, stubbornness, and support to make this journey a success. Do you want to contribute to my future success? Would you mind sending me a photo of when you are listening to the Shipping Podcast to hello@shippingpodcast.com  Shoutouts to @lenagothberg in all social channels. Or drop me an email. Thank you for listening! Lena x

Meet Agneta Dahl, a Certified Master Exercise Practitioner (MEP) and an expert in incident management and risk assessment who actually get paid to create mayhem.  Agneta is passionate about the ocean and everything therein. She started her career in medical school, went into research and, like most of the people in the maritime industry, stumbled into this fascinating world. Agneta joined the US Coast Guard and worked with marine environmental protection and oil spill response. Nowadays, after she left the USCG, she does more of the same in her current position.  We talked a lot about the impact of digitalisation, how the pandemic has changed the way we work, how interesting it is to work remote and what the future might hold. What is your view? Did Agneta's story spark something in you? Let us know what you think; we are both waiting to hear from you. Thank you for listening. Feedback to hello@shippingpodcast.com 

Captain John Konrad is THE influencer in the maritime industry. He started the gCaptain, which is currently the largest media outlet in the maritime domain.  John is equally interested in changing the narrative for the maritime industry as I am. We agree that we need to work together to create sustainable marketing for and about the maritime industry.  No one speaks about Über in the Silicon Valley anymore, they talk about Flexport, and they talk about the maritime industry." John is a big fan of Greta Thunberg; she says things people don't want to hear. But, that is what we also need to do; talk about the good and the bad in our industry. If we don't acknowledge the problems we have as an industry, then we cannot solve them - and become better. We discuss so many things in this episode, I learned a lot, and I think John gave some real food for thoughts.  What is your view? Give us a shout-out, we are on social media, and we each have a webpage where you can comment. This is a discussion worth having. Thank y

We continue the discussion about; what is a fair future for seafarers? Dr Jason Zuidema, Executive Director, North American Maritime Ministry Association, NAMMA, share his view on what we need to do to make seafarers keyworkers. He says it's about respect and using the instruments already in place. Abandonment in 2021 is a disgrace. Also, seafarers must be able to trust that they get paid. Jason thinks seafaring it's an honourable profession. Seafarers are very proud to be seafarers; it's the uncertainty that is wearing down. It's not the hard work or the hardship that comes with leaving loved ones; it's the uncertainty of now knowing when you come back the next time or if you get paid. In the end, Jason does a call for support of seafarers; everyone can do something to show kindness to international seafarers. Make sure you listen to the end. What is your view on what Jason says, I'd love to hear from you. Thanks for listening. 

We are approaching June 25th, 2021, and celebrating the Day of the Seafarer, which is a way to recognise the invaluable contribution seafarers make to international trade and the world economy, often at high personal cost to themselves and their families. In episode 165, you meet Frank Coles, currently on gardening leave from Wallem, and get to listen to his view about a fair future for seafarers, the IMO theme for the 2021 Day of the Seafarer. Frank is speaking his mind about many things that need to change for the seafarers to have a fair future. - a clear career path - getting paid - getting fed - getting to go home - allowed breaks to get some rest also when in port Frank is an outspoken advocate for the seafarers. Of course, not all of you will agree with him, but at least he is contributing to the conversation that we must have. What is your view on what Frank has to say? Please let me know. Twitter:  @Shippingpodcast   Facebook: Shippingpodcast  Instagram: @shippingpodcast  Website: Shippingpodcast.

Welcome to the 164th episode of the Shipping Podcast, featuring climate lawyer Valentina Keys, Senior Associate, CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang LLP.  According to Valentina are we living in unprecedented times, there are so many things changing now. The carbon footprint has to be measured and reported publicly. Business models have to be redesigned. So much has to change. Valentina is talking about COP 26, COP 15, EU Green Deal, MEPC 76, Poseidon Principles, the ICS R&D Fund and Sea Cargo Charter. Here are all the links in case you want to study on your own.  If you liked what you heard, give us a shoutout. Valentina @valentina_keys and me @lenagothberg  Twitter:  @Shippingpodcast   Facebook: Shippingpodcast  Instagram: @shippingpodcast  Website: Shippingpodcast.com  Email: hello@shippingpodcast.com