The Last Dinosaur - Maritime Shipping In the Digital Age

Episode 90: Driving Trade Forward – Digital Standards in Maritime with Pamela Mar, ICC Guest: Pamela Mar , Managing Director of the Digital Standards Initiative, International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Episode Overview: In this episode, I speak with Pamela Mar, Managing Director of the Digital Standards Initiative at the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), the world's largest business organiz...

Episode 89: Seafarers, Decarbonization, and Diversity at Sea with Ralph Juhl, EVP, Technical at Hafnia Guest: Ralph Juhl , Executive Vice President, Technical, Hafnia Episode Overview: In this episode, Christopher Aversano speaks with Ralph Juhl, EVP of Technical Operations at Hafnia, the largest operator of product and chemical tankers. They dive deep into the challenges and innovations facing th...

Episode Title: Modernizing Great Lakes Shipping: Navigating Automation and Digitalization with Mark Barker Guest: Mark Barker , President, Interlake Maritime Services Episode Overview: In this episode, host Christopher Aversano speaks with Mark Barker, President of Interlake Maritime Services. They explore the technological evolution of Great Lakes shipping, focusing on the integration of automati...

Episode 87: Navigating the Future: Seafarers' Welfare and Maritime Challenges Guest Panelists: Simon Grainge , Executive Director, ISWAN Chaplain Michelle DePooter , Montreal Ministry to Seafarers and Vice-President , NAMMA Stephen Lyman , Executive Director, Maritime Association of the Port of NY-NJ Episode Overview: Recorded live at the NAMMA Annual Conference , this special World Maritime Day e...

Episode 86: Navigating the Future of Trade Logistics with Jan Hoffmann Guest: Jan Hoffmann, Head, Trade Logistics at the UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Episode Overview: In this episode, we sit down with Jan Hoffmann, Head of Trade Logistics at UNCTAD, to discuss the critical role that digitalization and sustainable development play in shaping global trade. We explore how the demand for digital...

Episode 85: Wind-Assisted Propulsion and Innovation in Maritime with Cristina Aleixendri Muñoz Guest: Cristina Aleixendri Muñoz, COO & Co-founder at bound4blue Episode Overview: In this episode, Chris Aversano talks with Cristina Aleixendri Muñoz about bound4blue's cutting-edge wind-assisted propulsion systems. They explore how these systems reduce fuel costs and emissions, the challenges of innov...

Episode 84: The Captains Table Presents:   Innovation and Collaboration in the Maritime Industry with Vishal Khattri Guest: Vishal Khattri , Vice President for Professional Services, APAC, Veson Nautical Episode Overview: In this episode, Chris Aversano speaks with Vishal Khattri about the evolution of digitalization in maritime, challenges in adopting new technologies, and Veson's role in fosteri...

Episode 83: Enhancing Maritime Safety Through Digital Innovation with Esa Henttinen of NAPA Guest: Esa Henttinen , Executive Vice President of Safety Solutions, NAPA Episode Overview: In this episode of The Last Dinosaur: Maritime Shipping in the Digital Age , I have a captivating discussion with Esa Henttinen, Executive Vice President of Safety Solutions at NAPA . NAPA is renowned for its cutting...

🚀 Big News! 🚀 I'm thrilled to announce that The Last Dinosaur podcast has been selected as the official podcast of the prestigious Captain's Table Challenge ! 🏆 On their website they will outline the timing for the challenge.  This global pitch competition is at the forefront of innovation in the maritime and logistics industry, focusing on crucial themes like environment , social impact , gove...

Title:   Episode 81 Unlocking the Future of Maritime Trade: Digital Bills of Lading with Piotr Cichocki of Secro Inc. Guest: Piotr Cichocki, Managing Director – Europe, Secro Inc. Episode Overview: In this episode of The Last Dinosaur: Maritime Shipping in the Digital Age , I sit down with Piotr Cichocki, Managing Director – Europe for Secro Inc., a company at the forefront of revolutionizing glob...

Episode Summary In episode 80 of The Last Dinosaur: Maritime Shipping in the Digital Age , I sit down with Carl King, the founder, producer, and editor of Seafarer Social. Seafarer Social is more than just a podcast; it's a maritime marketing agency dedicated to giving seafarers a voice and helping maritime businesses connect with their labor market. Carl shares his unique journey from a non-marit...

In this episode of The Last Dinosaur: Maritime Shipping in the Digital Age , I chat with Harriet Hunnisett Johnson, the Head of Maritime at Signol . Signol is revolutionizing sustainability in the maritime industry by leveraging behavioral science to encourage crews to make more fuel-efficient operational decisions. Originally launched in the aviation sector, Signol expanded its innovative approac...

Episode 78: Navigating Maritime Innovation with Fabian Feldhaus Guest: Fabian Feldhaus , Co-Founder and Managing Director of Flagship Founders Episode Overview: In this episode, I sit down with Fabian Feldhaus, an innovative entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Flagship Founders, a venture studio dedicated to revolutionizing the maritime industry. Fabian shares his unique journey from implementing ventu...

Episode 77: Port Progress: Modernizing New York and New Jersey's Maritime Hub with Bethann Rooney Guest: Bethann Rooney , Port Director at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Episode Overview: In this episode, we explore the extensive operations and future plans of the largest U.S. East Coast Container port with Bethann Rooney, the Port Director at the Port Authority of NY and NJ. Beth s...

Episode 76 : Digital Horizons - Innovations and Insights with Idwal's Frank Andersen Guest: Frank Andersen, Head of Transactional Services at Idwal Episode Overview: In this episode, we delve into the transformative role of digitalization in the maritime industry with our esteemed guest, Frank Andersen, Head of Transactional Services at Idwal. Frank shares his extensive experience and insights on...

Episode 75: Investing in Maritime Innovation with Nir Gartzman Guest: Nir Gartzman , Co-Founder and Managing Partner at theDOCK Episode Overview: Introduction to theDOCK: Founded in 2017 as a vertical Venture Capital firm. Focuses on maritime, supply chain, and offshore sector technologies. Among the earliest in maritime venture funding alongside Maersk Ventures and PSA. Investment Philosophy: Emp...

Episode 74: Pioneering Marine Batteries with Chris Kruger Guest: Chris Kruger , President of AYK Energy Episode Overview:   On today's "Tell Me More Tuesday" (TMT), we are joined by Chris Kruger, President of AYK Energy, to discuss his pioneering work in marine batteries. Chris shares his journey from electrical engineering and semiconductors to developing and installing batteries on ferries in Eu...

Episode 73: Solving Problems and Building Futures in Ship Broking with Zoe Upson Guest: Zoe Upson , Director at FACT - Freight and Commodity Talent LTD Episode Overview: In this episode, we welcome Zoe Upson, Director at FACT - Freight and Commodity Talent LTD, a market leader in shipping and commodities talent solutions. Zoe shares her journey from being a broker to finding a more balanced work l...

Episode 72: Navigating Innovation: AI and Digitalization in Maritime with David Yeo Guest: David Yeo , Founder and CEO, Innovez One Episode Overview: In this engaging episode, we sit down with David Yeo, the visionary behind Innovez One, known for their pioneering marineM platform which optimizes maritime operations at the world's busiest ports. Join us as we delve into the transformative impact o...

Episode 71: Linking the Seas: Satellite Innovation in Maritime with Chris Watson Guest: Chris Watson, VP, Marketing and Communications for KVH Industries Episode Overview: In this episode, we delve into the dynamic realm of maritime connectivity with our distinguished guest, Chris Watson, from KVH Industries, a global leader in mobile connectivity solutions. As we explore the ongoing evolution of...

Episode 70: Charting New Waters - The Role of Data in Transforming Maritime Industry Guest: Jeff Wakker, COO, Viterra Chartering B.V. Episode Overview: In this episode, we dive into the evolving role of data in the maritime industry with our esteemed guest, Jeff Wakker, COO of Viterra Chartering B.V. Jeff shares insights from his extensive experience, discussing how digitalization has revolutioniz...

Episode 69: Navigating New Horizons - The Evolution of AIS Data in Maritime Shipping Guest: Charlotte Cook , Senior Manager of Trade Analytics, Veson Nautical Episode Overview: In this insightful episode, we delve into the transformative journey of AIS (Automatic Identification System) data usage within the maritime industry, marking a significant shift in digital navigation and decision-making pr...

Episode 68: The Green Tide: Revolutionizing the Port of Detroit with Dr. William Beer Guest: Dr. William Beer , PhD, CEO of Tunley Environmental Episode Overview: Join us as Dr. William Beer, a leader in environmental sustainability, shares his journey and insights into decarbonizing maritime operations, with a spotlight on the Port of Detroit project. This episode delves into the significance of...

Episode 67 : Navigating the Cyber Seas - Securing Maritime Operations in the Digital Age Guests: Craig Wooldridge, Maritime Cyber Baseline Certification Manager at The IASME Consortium. Rae Baker, Maritime SME, Private Investigator, CISSP Associate, and Maritime Security Advisor. Cris DeWitt, Maritime Security Advisor. Episode Overview: This episode dives into the critical realm of cybersecurity w...

Episode 66 : Steering Sustainability: Gina Panayiotou on ESG Evolution in Shipping Guest: Gina Panayiotou, ESG Manager at the West P & I Club , Founder & Chair of the World ESG Forum, Guest Lecturer at MLA College, and Board Member of WISTA UK, Co-chair of the WISTA International Environmental Committee and active member of other maritime boards and committees. Episode Overview: In this episode, w...