Shipping Forum Podcast

2020 14th International Shipping Forum  DAY 1 – MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2020 ALTERNATIVE FINANCE – IS IT BECOMING MAINSTREAM FINANCE FOR SHIPPING?  There has been an increasing number of new market entrants with different funding sources (from institutional to individual investors) and credit strategies providing a wide range of financing alternatives to large, medium sized and small owners. FinTech platforms enhance the ability of investors and borrowers to connect. Alternative Finance seems quite available – what are the pros and cons for shipowners?  Moderator: Ms. Amanda Brown, Counsel - Reed Smith  Panelists: Robbert Jan Sougé, Managing Director - Direct Ship Finance Nicolas Duran, Director - Partner - Fearnley Securities AS Ole Hjertaker, CEO - SFL Corporation Ltd. (SFL) Hans Oust Heiberg, Partner - Sole Shipping SO Adviser Ltd Mr. George Cambanis, Managing Director - YieldStreet Marine Finance