Seatrade Maritime News Podcast

A full return to Red Sea and Suez Canal transits by container lines is expected for 2026 combined with fleet growth will they be able to maintain profitability? In the second part of our 2026 shipping market outlook series, we are focusing on the container sector with Maritime Strategies International (MSI) analyst Daniel Richards. Speaking to the Seatrade Maritime Podcast Richards says the market...

How will global the macro-economic outlook impact shipping markets in 2026? In a five-part series to start 2026 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 2026 If yo...

2025 was a year like no other for shipping buffeted by US tariffs, trade wars, and geopolitical conflicts but through it all markets across most major sectors performed remarkably well. Going into 2026 there seems to be not let up with the US military action in Venezuela with days of the New Year so what does the rest of the coming 12 months have to offer the world of shipping? In the first episod...

US 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 s...

In the latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast, Emma Howell , Content Director at Seatrade Maritime News speaks to Women in Ports CEO Raj Kehal about her journey from the Port of London Authority to founding Women in Ports in 2024. Raj shares her insights on the challenges women face in the ports sector, the importance of data in driving change, and how collaboration with organisations lik...

The return of Somali piracy, find out what is the most violated seafarer regulation, and the cause of the Dali and Key Bridge disaster in Baltimore. 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 November, with their highlights from the news in maritime and shipping, from...

This latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast is the final part in a series of three focusing on major international companies with a strong footprint in the Chinese market. In this episode we will take a dive into the world of offshore vessel design with Edwin van Leeuwen, Managing Director at Ulstein Designs and Solutions. In a conversation with Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand w...

This latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast is the second in a series of three focusing on major international companies with a strong footprint in the Chinese market. You’ll be hearing from Focus on China with Alf Kare Adnanes from ABB Marine & Ports about the meeting the demands for electrification and hybrid propulsion. The conversation with Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Han...

This latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast is the first in a series of three focusing on major international companies with a strong footprint in the Chinese market. You will be hearing from Bjarne Foldager, Senior Vice President, Head of Two-Stroke Business at Everllence, formerly MAN Energy Solutions, about the company’s rebranding and focus on decarbonisation. Bjarne shares insights i...

The latest episode of Seatrade Maritime Podcast focuses on women in maritime and the recent WISTA AGM in Barcelona. Emma Howell, Content Director at Seatrade Trade Maritime News,talks to Elpi Petraki, President, WISTA International and Louise Proctor,Deputy Director, Planning & Programming, Technical Cooperation Division, IMO. They discuss the WISTA AGM addressing themes of diversity...

The IMO Net Zero Framework is delayed, US and China trade port fees, and sexist boys club allegations. 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 October, with their highlights from the news in maritime and shipping, from the biggest stories to those that simply piqued...

On this episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast, Gary Howard speaks with Dr William Moore, Head of Loss Prevention at the American Club, about vessel fires — specifically those involving electric vehicles (EVs). Moore explains the causes of EV fires, and how thermal runaway stems from mechanical, thermal, or electrical abuse of lithium-ion batteries, noting that used EVs can pose higher risks tha...

This 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...

The Formula 1 calendar of 24 races spanning the globe presents a formidable logistics challenge covering sea, land and air all managed by DHL. In this episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we are in conversation with Simon Price, Event Logistics Manager for DHL Motorsports. Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand sat down with Simon in the paddock ahead of the recent Singapore F1 event to fin...

Will have Hafnia takeover Torm? The IMO’s net zero ambitions at a crossroads, and USTR implementation confusion.  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 September, with their highlights from the news in maritime and shipping, from the biggest stories to those...

In this latest In Conversation episode, we explore the critical juncture of decarbonsation in the shipping industry with Joey Ng, Global Head of Decarbonisation and Fuel Transition for Braemar. In conversation with Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News Joey shares insights on the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) Net Zero framework, the challenges and opportunities it presents, a...

The battle lines are being drawn ahead of next month’s critical meeting and vote at the International Maritime Organization on its Net Zero Framework. The outcome of the extraordinary meeting of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) is far from certain. In this episode, we delve into the heated discussions surrounding the International Maritime Organization's upcoming vote on its Net...

In 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 vis...

When is on time really on time? Trump tries to derail the IMO’s net zero plans, and container shipping warned of decade long downturn. 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 August, with their highlights from the news in maritime and shipping, from the biggest stor...

Unpicking the Trump administration’s tariff agreements and understanding the long term impact on trading patterns and relationships. In this episode, we help the listener navigate the complex landscape of tariffs under Donald Trump's second term as US President. Join Marcus Hand and geopolitical expert Punit Oza as they dissect the implications of recent tariff announcements and explore the potent...

Using satellite data from NASA and ESA combined with AI powered analytics to understand and predict what is happening in the commodity markets. In this latest Chat about Geopolitics and Trade episode, we explore the intersection of satellite data, AI-powered analytics, and the commodity markets with Nikit Shrungarpawar and Naresh Palaiya from Tathya Earth In conversation led by host Punit Oza, fou...

In the latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast, we delve into a partnership that is set to disrupt the traditional maritime insurance landscape. Joining us are James Kellett, founder and CEO of Spot Ship, and Kfir Magen, founder of Vanguard Tech. Hear from James and Kfir about how Spot Ship and Vanguard Tech are leveraging AI technology to revolutionise how shipowners secure insurance for...

Container ships drive newbuilding orders in the first half of the year, but how much impact have USTR investigations had on Chinese shipbuilding? 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 2025 with experts Maritime Strategies International (MSI). In this final part of the series the Seatrade Mari...

The Houthi shock the industry with a return to devastating and deadly attacks on shipping in the Red Sea, the role of watchkeeping in the digital age, and a billion dollar compensation ruling against the X-Press Pearl owners. 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...

Shipowners grapple with OPEC+ supply increases, tensions in the Middle East and rising numbers of newbuildings. 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 2025 with experts Maritime Strategies International (MSI). In this fourth part the Seatrade Maritime Podcast talks with Tim Smith from MSI about the...