In this special episode of ‘Alongside’ – the third in the 'Taking on tomorrow, together' series, host Kait Borsay is joined by Managing Director Paul Jennings and Chief Financial Officer Nick Jelley. They discuss NorthStandard's latest Annual Review results, delve into significant incidents from the past year, and explore the impact of global geopolitical events on the shipping industry. The episode highlights the company's financial stability, its strategic vision to become the marine insurer of choice, and its initiatives to invest in its people and future innovations.

00:26 Meet the Guests: Paul Jennings and Nick Jelley

00:58 Jeremy Grose's Adventure Race

02:09 Impact of the Baltimore Harbour Incident

04:12 Global Geopolitics and Shipping

05:58 Annual Results Overview

12:16 Financial Stability and Future Vision

13:11 Strategic Goals and Initiatives

16:10 Investing in People and Future Projects

In this episode of the Future Thinking mini-series from NorthStandard, Helen Barden is joined by Kimberly Tam of the Alan Turing Institute and the University of Plymouth discuss the prevalence of cyber attacks in the maritime industry and the role of AI in defending against these threats.

The conversation explores the types of cyber attacks common in the sector, the challenges in detecting and reporting them, and the vulnerabilities at different stages of AI development.

They look at how AI can assist human analysts in managing cyber security and the importance of industry-wide communication and training to bolster cyber resilience. The episode also addresses the costs of cyber incidents and the need for improved information sharing across the maritime industry.

00:38 Prevalence and Types of Cyber Attacks in Shipping

02:28 AI's Role in Cyber Defence

04:32 Vulnerabilities of AI to Cyber Attacks

06:02 Cyber Risks in the Maritime Industry

08:17 Cost Impacts of Cyber Attacks

10:14 Improving Cyber Resilience through Information Sharing

15:25 Ensuring Cyber Security in Autonomous Vessels

18:51 Top Tips for Cyber Awareness and Communication

NorthStandard’s Helen Barden discusses the transformative role of AI in the shipping industry with Professor Adam Sobey from the Alan Turing Institute. Professor Sobey explains the basics of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science, emphasising their applications in ship design, manufacturing and operations.

The conversation explores AI's potential to optimise vessel efficiency, enhance safety protocols, support the energy transition, and improve regulatory compliance.

Additionally, they address industry hesitancy towards AI adoption, workforce implications, and the importance of integrating human learning with AI. Professor Sobey also highlights ongoing initiatives to democratise AI through no-code approaches and the role of educational efforts in preparing future engineers for a data-driven industry.

00:43 Understanding Artificial Intelligence

02:35 AI in Ship Design and Manufacturing

05:00 AI's Role in Emission Detection and Enforcement

07:48 The Future of Autonomous Shipping

10:09 Overcoming Hesitancy and Embracing AI

14:37 Scaling Up AI in the Industry

18:25 Human-Machine Learning in AI

In this episode of Future Thinking, Thetius founder Nick Chubb talks to NorthStandard’s Helen Barden about the transformative impact of digitalisation and decarbonisation on the maritime industry.

They explore the challenges and opportunities of integrating new technologies, the importance of data quality and standardisation and the role of regulation in driving industry-wide change.

Nick emphasises a strategic approach to innovation and the potential of generative AI to revolutionise shoreside operations.

00:32 Thetius: Digitalisation and Decarbonisation

01:57 Challenges and Opportunities in Maritime Technology

03:36 Historical Perspective on Technological Transformation

05:34 Adopting New Technologies in Maritime

08:23 Investment and Policy in Decarbonization

11:38 The Role of Regulation and Culture in Innovation

18:06 Generative AI: Transforming Maritime Operations

19:57 The Importance of Data Quality

In this first episode of Future Thinking Season Three, Mike Salthouse explores the impact of new technologies on the maritime industry with futurist K.D. Adamson.

The discussion addresses the misconception that technology alone will shape the future, emphasising that values and adaptability are critical. Topics covered include the vulnerabilities of the shipping industry to technological advances, the implications of cyber threats, the shift from optimisation to resilience in business practices, the challenges and opportunities presented by AI, and the transition to low and zero-carbon fuels.

The conversation also highlights the importance of focusing on the human element within the industry, particularly seafarers' needs and the broader environmental impacts of shipping. The episode concludes by advising ship owners on investing in sustainable, adaptable assets in an uncertain technological landscape.

00:34 The Role of Technology in Shipping

01:19 Values Over Technology

03:59 Challenges of Globalisation and Cybersecurity

10:38 AI in the Maritime Industry

14:00 Transition to Low Carbon Fuels

16:45 Future of Seafaring Careers

20:45 Blind Spots and Opportunities

23:13 Advice for Ship Owners

In this episode of 'Taking on tomorrow, together', Kait Borsay talks to NorthStandard’s Managing Directors, Jeremy Grose and Paul Jennings.

They discuss the renewal period, recent company achievements, and key global issues affecting the maritime industry. The conversation covers NorthStandard's performance, including claims volatility, geopolitical impacts and future innovations.

Special attention is given to the dual leadership experience of Grose and Jennings, and their focus on maintaining NorthStandard's industry relevance amid changing global conditions.

00:31 Meet the Managing Directors

01:33 Renewal Insights

05:09 Claims and Business Impact

06:45 Global Industry Issues

09:26 Achievements and Innovations

11:23 Future Outlook and Key Focus Areas

18:10 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

In this episode of Alongside Kait Borsay delves into the critical issue of crew welfare. With guests Captain Yves Vandenborn, NorthStandard’s Head of Loss Prevention and Captain Kuba Szymanski, Secretary General of InterManager, the discussion focuses on the physical, mental, and social well-being of seafarers.

The episode explores best practices, the impact of global events, the importance of social cohesion, evolving challenges, and future improvements in crew welfare, including the role of technology and communication advancements.

01:09 Understanding Crew Welfare

02:18 Best Practices for Crew Welfare

04:33 Challenges in High-Risk Areas

05:44 Key Issues Affecting Seafarers

08:37 Modern Day Challenges

13:51 Future of Crew Welfare

In this episode of Alongside, the podcast from NorthStandard for the shipping industry, host Kait Borsay explores the Jones Act, a fundamental U.S. law regulating maritime commerce. With guests Emma Jones, Senior Associate at Blank Rome LLP, and Gina Venezia, President and Head of Commercial Americas for NorthStandard, the discussion delves into the cabotage laws enforced by the Act and its personal injury provisions unique to the U.S. maritime context. They examine the Act's historical roots, modern impacts on the shipping industry, including offshore activities, enforcement mechanisms by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and the stringent penalties for violations. The episode provides valuable insights into how the Jones Act affects merchandise transportation, injury remedies for seamen, and the evolving challenges within maritime law.

00:13 Understanding the Jones Act

00:42 Key Issues and Implications

02:19 Detailed Discussion on Cabotage

02:59 Offshore Activities and the Jones Act

05:47 Waivers and Exceptions

07:21 Enforcement and Penalties

09:19 Challenges for Shipping Companies

13:22 Offshore Activities and Foreign Vessels

17:28 Jones Act and Injury Remedies

21:50 General Maritime Law and Additional Remedies

This episode of Alongside is an edited version of a longer conversation featuring Emma Jones and Gina Venezia. Therefore some answers are less detailed than they were originally.

In this episode of Alongside we discuss aquaculture, one of the fastest growing food-producing sectors in the world. 

Aquaculture involves the farming of fish, shrimps, seaweed and molluscs and has been practiced for thousands of years. But as it becomes a more vital part of the world’s farming sector, there are many challenges as well as opportunities. We hear from Gareth Butterfield, Commercial Director at ReelData Incorporated and Allan Lyons, Risk Management Surveyor with Sunderland Marine (which is part of NorthStandard) about those challenges, particularly the impact of climate change, pressures from legislation and the development of new technologies.

00:00 Introduction to Aquaculture

00:53 Growth and Evolution of Aquaculture

02:43 Challenges and Criticisms in Aquaculture

04:56 Focus on Salmon Farming

08:15 Land-Based Aquaculture

16:24 Technological Innovations in Aquaculture

19:31 Future of Aquaculture and Insurance Challenges

22:54 Conclusion and Closing Remarks

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