Seatrade Maritime Podcast

Red Sea hokey-kokey, the top risk for shipping businesses in 2026, and a booming dark fleet market.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 January, with their highlights from the news in maritime and shipping, from the biggest stories to those that simply piqued their interest.Hear more about:IMO rules understate benefits of utilising captured carbon, says GCMDSingapore report highlights crew fatigue in Hafnia Nile and Ceres I collisionShipping sees regulatory changes as biggest risk to business in 2026Asian shipping execs negative on IMO Net Zero Framework prospectsCMA CGM reverts services to Cape of Good HopeTwo dead, 15 rescued from capsized bulker off PhilippinesRepeat orders mark wind propulsion success storiesDark fleet ship-to-ship transfers off Malaysia more than doubleIf 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 Connect with Marcus Hand:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/marcushand1 Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-hand-b00a317/Connect with Gary Howard:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GaryLeeHoward Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyleehoward/Don't forget to join the conversation and let us know what topics you want us to cover in future on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn

Shipping operates in an increasingly complex geopolitical environment and companies have to deal with delicate government relationships at a level of corporate diplomacy.In this episode, we explore the intersection of geopolitics and maritime trade with Dr. Mary Papaschinopoulou and Neofytos Kourtesis from Mardiplo.In a conversation led by host Punit Oza, Founder of Maritime NXT, they share their insights on how shipping companies navigate complex geopolitical challenges and the importance of corporate diplomacy in today's uncertain environment. Discover real-life success stories and learn how to effectively manage stakeholder relationships in the maritime industry.Learn more about:The role Mardiplo playsSuccess story in BangladeshManaging stakeholder relationshipsThe role of technologyRecruiting the next generationListen to the full episode to the get the full picture of the evolving world of corporate diplomacyIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to ensure you don't miss our latest uploads. Don't forget to join the conversation and let us know what topics you want us to cover in future on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn For the latest news on the shipping and maritime industries, make sure you visit www.searade-maritime.com and subscribe to our newsletter.Follow Punit Oza:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/punit-oza-fics-afni-llb-m-sc-6149893/

A continued newbuilding boom in 2025 sees shipyards with the third largest orderbook ever, can momentum be sustained in 2026?In the fifth, and final, part of our shipping market outlook series we are focusing on the shipbuilding sector with Maritime Strategies International (MSI) Managing Director Adam Kent.Speaking to the Seatrade Maritime Podcast he says 2025 was the fifth year of a sustained ordering boom with 90 million gt of vessels ordered last year.Listen to the episode now to get the full pictureIf 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.Connect with Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/marcushand1 Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-hand-b00a317/Don't forget to join the conversation and let us know what topics you want us to cover in future on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn

The tanker market goes into 2026 on strong footing against a complex geopolitical back drop, rising production, and fleet growthIn the fourth 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 Maritime Podcast Smith says that the tanker sector is coming into 2026 on a very strong footing.Listen to the full episode to learn where the market is headedIf 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.Connect with Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/marcushand1 Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-hand-b00a317/Don't forget to join the conversation and let us know what topics you want us to cover in future on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn

Dry bulk shipping went into 2026 in stronger than expected position, but will the market hold up?In the third part of our shipping market outlook series, we are focusing on the dry bulk sector with Will Fray, a Director of Maritime Strategies International (MSI).Speaking about the dry bulk market in 2025 to the Seatrade Maritime Podcast resilience is the word that Will uses.By this he means resilience to various external factors such as tariffs and the now suspended USTR port fees on Chinese built and owned vessels and on fundamental basis that the fleet grew by 3% but demand only grew by 0.5% in terms on tonnes traded. “So, it's quite remarkable that dry bulk earnings only fell by around 10% year on year,” he says.Listen to the full episode to find out where the markets are headed.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.Connect with Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/marcushand1 Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-hand-b00a317/Don't forget to join the conversation and let us know what topics you want us to cover in future on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn

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 is seeing the effects of cumulative supply growth - how will this impact 2026 and will container lines continue to order new tonnage?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.Connect with Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/marcushand1 Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-hand-b00a317/Don't forget to join the conversation and let us know what topics you want us to cover in future on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn

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 2026If 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.Connect with Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/marcushand1 Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-hand-b00a317/Don't forget to join the conversation and let us know what topics you want us to cover in future on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn .

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 episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast for 2026 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:On when container shipping might fully return to the Red SeaWill the container ship newbuilding order boom finally slow down in 2026?Whether the dry bulk shipping upturn will continue or are we headed for a Q1 seasonal lull?The drivers for dry bulk shipping demand in 2026 How an oversupply of crude oil will impact the tanker marketThe impact of geopolitical events on the tanker sectorWill the newbuilding boom continue for shipyards in 2026 and which sectors are likely to be ordering?Can anyone challenge China's dominance of global shipbuilding?To hear the answers to these questions and much more listen to the episode now.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.Connect with Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/marcushand1 Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-hand-b00a317/Don't forget to join the conversation and let us know what topics you want us to cover in future on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn

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 stories to those that simply piqued their interest.Hear more about:VLCC newbuild pair to get Norsepower sailsHouthis release 10 seafarers from the Eternity CUS seizes VLCC Skipper off VenezuelaCash stockpile gives Zim options for its futurePremier Alliance quietly shifting to hub and spoke networkMaersk completes first Red Sea transit in nearly two yearsMost read story on Seatrade Maritime News in 2025Listen to the full episode now to catch up on December in maritime and shippingIf 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 Connect with Marcus Hand:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/marcushand1 Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-hand-b00a317/Connect with Gary Howard:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GaryLeeHoward Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyleehoward/Don't forget to join the conversation and let us know what topics you want us to cover in future on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn

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 like WISTA can create meaningful solutions. They delve into the organisation's mission to empower women through training, advocacy, and knowledge-sharing, and the need for structural changes to ensure equal opportunities.The conversation covers:Kehal's background and the inspiration to start Women in PortsThe formation of the organisation and its initial challengesCollaboration and the building of the Women in Ports teamAddressing gender imbalance and structural issues in the ports sectorConfidence-building and training initiative Future plans, expansion, and upcoming projects in 2026

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 the biggest stories to those that simply piqued their interest.Hear more about:Pirates fire on tanker Stolt Sagaland in attempted hijacking off SomaliaMSC surpasses 7m teu in fleet capacity milestoneHeavyweight shipowners call for decarbonisation pragmatismSeafarers routinely have to falsify work and rest hoursShipping investors cough up $35m for FEETLoose wire led to Dali destroying Baltimore Key Bridge: NTSBFire stricken ONE container ship towed to anchorage in Port of LAMaersk moves towards Suez transit returnListen to the full episode now to catch up on November in maritime and shippingIf 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 Connect with Marcus Hand:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/marcushand1 Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-hand-b00a317/Connect with Gary Howard:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GaryLeeHoward Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyleehoward/Don't forget to join the conversation and let us know what topics you want us to cover in future on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn

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 we explore the complexities of creating specialised vessels for marine operations, the significance of the Chinese shipbuilding market, and the innovative technologies that shape the future of maritime engineering. Edwin shares insights on current projects, the shift towards sustainable practices in vessel design, and the importance of collaboration between designers, shipyards, and clients. The conversation includes:Meet Edwin Van LeeuwenDiscussion of unique vessel designsThe importance of the Chinese MarketAn overview of current projects The shift to sustainabilityExpectations for Marintec China 2025Listen to the full episode now

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 Hand takes a deep dive into the world of electrification and hybrid propulsion and new developments from ABB Marine & Ports.You will hear about:The key products of ABB Marine & PortsNew developments with propulsion and DP2 packagesThe importance of the Chinese marketHybridisation of propulsionMarket outlook Expectations of Marintec China 2025Listen to the full episode now

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 into the challenges and opportunities presented by new low and zero carbon fuels, including methanol and ammonia, and their implications for ship technology and infrastructure.The conversation explores the evolution of marine engines and the significant role of the Chinese market in shaping the future of shipping.The discussion covers:The Everllence rebrandThe importance of the Chinese marketA discussion on dual fuel enginesMethanol and ammonia fuel developmentsThe future outlook and Marintec China 2025If 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.Connect with Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/marcushand1 Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-hand-b00a317/Don't forget to join the conversation and let us know what topics you want us to cover in future on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn

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, progress, and the challenges facing the industry today. Among the topics covered in the conversation are:Overview of the WISTA International AGMLouise's experience at the AGMElpi’s insights on industry challengesDiscussion about the Women in Maritime survey resultsThe IMO WISTA Maritime Speakers BureauKey takeaways from the AGMFuture of WISTA International eventsListen to the full episode now

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 their interest.Hear more about:Shadow fleet and AI to support tanker fundamentals, says MarinakisVirtual watchkeeper reduces near misses by 58%Invest in seafarers to mitigate GPS attacks, says BahriWarning on increased GPS interference in the Middle EastUS-listed owners to bear brunt of China port fee retaliationSingapore big winner in USTR 301 fees falloutIMO delays adoption of Net Zero Framework by a yearITF orders investigation into ‘sexist boys' club’ allegationsMaersk Offshore Wind files dispute over cancelled Seatrium WTIVPanama taking back land from failed Chinese portSeafarer happiness plunges across the board in Q3Listen to the full episode now to catch up on October in maritime and shippingIf 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 Connect with Marcus Hand:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/marcushand1 Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-hand-b00a317/Connect with Gary Howard:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GaryLeeHoward Follow on LinkedIn:

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 than new units, and that risks increase for states-of-charge over 30%. While cars with internal combustion engines are far more likely to ignite than EVs, EV fires are tougher to extinguish at sea, Moore explains, as foam and CO₂ are less effective, and the huge volumes of water necessary to control an EV fire can threaten vessel stability while creating toxic runoff. Recent high-profile car carrier losses often lack definitive root causes, although one confirmed case, Grande Costa d’Avorio in 2023, was not caused by an EV. With formal IMO rules not expected before 2027, Moore urges ship-specific risk assessments, robust early detection using thermal sensors and cameras, rigorous drills/PPE readiness, smart stowage and access planning, and industry information-sharing to protect crews and assets.Read the Interferry e-cars on board brochure discussed in the episode here.

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 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 vessels sector has slowed up on acquisitionsWhere Tidewater is still keen on further M&AQuintin's top three investment opportunities in the offshore vessels sectorTo learn about all these and much more listen to the full episode nowIf 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.Connect with Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/marcushand1 Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-hand-b00a317/Don't forget to join the conversation and let us know what topics you want us to cover in future on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn

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 find out how DHL ensures that critical freight always arrives on time at every race weekend.You will learn from Simon about:The various modes of transport DHL uses across different locationsThe important role container shipping plays at international races with multiple sets of sea freightWhich shipping line is DHL’s preferred partner for F1 The challenges of motorsport logistics and specific examples of how these were overcomeThe freight journey between the F1 races in Baku, Azerbaijan, and Singapore two weeks laterUsing sustainable fuels to meet carbon neutral targetsAnd future developments for the logistics behind F1Listen to the full episode now to hear about these and much more

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 that simply piqued their interest.Hear more about:Hafnia in $311m deal for 14% Stake in TormScorpio and BW LPG among shipping procurement group foundersSanctions trigger surge in bunker fuel quality issues67 containers fall off Zim ship in Port of Long BeachCommercial considerations block broad data sharing benefitsABS calls on IMO to pause net zero frameworkWhy IMO's net zero ambitions for shipping are on a knife edgeShipping’s net zero crossroads: ambition meets a credibility testTariffs hit Panama Canal’s transit numbersConfusion surrounds USTR port fees implementationListen to the full episode now to catch up on September in maritime and shippingIf 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 Connect with Marcus Hand:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/marcushand1 Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-hand-b00a317/Connect with Gary Howard:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GaryLeeHoward Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyleehoward/Don't forget to join the conversation and let us know what topics you want us to...