In this premier episode of Maritime SoftwareHub – The People Podcast Season 5, Callum Beaumont interviews Marcus May, Co-Founder of Mustaa, a company revolutionizing yacht ownership through fractional ownership and blockchain technology.

Marcus shares his journey from a structural engineer to an entrepreneur, discussing the challenges and opportunities in the maritime industry. He emphasizes the importance of making sailing accessible to everyone and provides insights into the evolving landscape of yachting and technology.

Their conversation also touches on the skepticism surrounding blockchain and the future of maritime assets.

If you want to reach out to Marcus, please feel free to send an email to [email protected]

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This podcast is brought to you by Cordell Beaumont, the specialist maritime software, commodity insights, and carbon intelligence recruitment agency.

In this episode of Maritime SoftwareHub – The People Podcast, Jason Berman, Founder and CEO of Nautica Consulting Group, shares insights into the evolution of maritime technology and the importance of data integration in the industry.

He discusses the development of their ERP system, Agency One, and the challenges of technology adoption in a traditionally conservative sector.

Jason emphasizes the need for collaboration and communication among various stakeholders to enhance efficiency and decision-making. He also highlights the generational shifts in the workforce and the future direction of Nautica Consulting Group.

If you want to reach out to Jason, please feel free to visit their website www.nauticagroupglobal.com

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This podcast is brought to you by Cordell Beaumont, the specialist maritime software, commodity insights, and carbon intelligence recruitment agency.

In this episode of Maritime SoftwareHub – The People Podcast, Callum Beaumont interviews Stefan Holm, Founder and CEO of Incremental Maritime. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in maritime compliance, particularly in the context of decarbonization.

Stefan shares insights on how his company helps the shipping industry navigate complex regulations while also making sustainability profitable. The conversation covers the importance of incremental steps towards compliance, the role of technology and AI in their solutions and the personal journey of Stefan as an entrepreneur.

If you’d like to reach out to Stefan, feel free to connect with him on LinkedIn or visit their website: www.incmar.com

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This podcast is brought to you by Cordell Beaumont, the specialist maritime software, commodity insights, and carbon intelligence recruitment agency.

In this episode of Maritime SoftwareHub – The People Podcast, Callum Beaumont interviews Jon Jie, Co-Founder and COO of Marina Chain, discussing the innovative solutions for carbon reporting and maritime data management.

Jon shares insights on identifying market gaps, navigating challenges in sales, and the technological advancements of their Parse AI product. The conversation also explores strategies for expansion, engagement with shipping companies, and the future vision of evolving into an AI-driven data platform.

Additionally, Jon shares personal interests and hobbies, providing a well-rounded view of his life beyond work.

If you’d like to reach out to Jon, feel free to connect with him on LinkedIn or visit their website www.marinachain.io

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This podcast is brought to you by Cordell Beaumont, the specialist maritime software, commodity insights, and carbon intelligence recruitment agency.

In this episode of the Maritime SoftwareHub – The People Podcast, Callum Beaumont interviews Ilse Rodewijk, CEO and Founder of AlbatrosDigital, about redefining vessel performance insights and the power of collaboration in maritime software.

Ilse shares her journey from being a civil engineer to founding AlbatrosDigital, a company using a physics-first approach to build high-accuracy vessel performance models. She explains how her adventurous mindset and passion for innovation led her to create a platform that combines technical excellence with strong partnerships.

The episode also explores:

• How AlbatrosDigital builds highly accurate vessel performance models from scratch
• The role of digital twins and how they’re reshaping vessel operations
• Why trust, co-creation, and clarity of vision are vital for software partnerships
• The importance of focusing on core competencies while staying open to collaboration
• A glimpse into Ilse’s life beyond work — balancing entrepreneurship with family

If you’d like to reach out to Ilse, feel free to connect with her on LinkedIn.

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This podcast is brought to you by Cordell Beaumont, the specialist maritime software, commodity insights, and carbon intelligence recruitment agency.

In this episode of the Maritime SoftwareHub - The People Podcast, Callum Beaumont interviews Claire Georgeson, Founder and CEO of PsyFyi, about the importance of seafarers as valuable assets in the maritime industry.

Claire discusses her background in commercial shipping, the disconnect between ship and shore, and the significance of gathering anonymous feedback from seafarers to improve their welfare and job satisfaction.

The conversation also touches on the challenges of recruiting and retaining crew, particularly women in maritime roles, and the role of charterers and classification societies in enhancing crew welfare. She emphasizes the need for a cultural shift in the industry to recognize and celebrate the contributions of seafarers.

If you want to reach out to Claire, please send an email [email protected] or visit their website www.psy-fyi.com

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This podcast is brought to you by Cordell Beaumont, the specialist maritime software, commodity insights and carbon intelligence recruitment agency.

In this episode of the Maritime SoftwareHub - The People Podcast, host Callum Beaumont speaks with Michael Baldwin, Co-Founder and COO of OpenTug, about the challenges and innovations in the barge industry.

They discuss the lack of data transparency, the implementation of GPS tracking and AI to optimize operations and the importance of understanding customer needs.

Mike shares insights on the future of maritime technology and the talent acquisition landscape in the industry.

If you want to reach out to Mike, please visit www.opentug.com.

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This podcast was brought to you by Cordell Beaumont, the specialist digital and commercial shipping recruitment agency www.cordellbeaumont.com.

In this episode of the Maritime SoftwareHub – The People Podcast, Callum Beaumont is live with Dr. Beatriz Canamari. She discusses her multifaceted role in the maritime industry, focusing on sustainability, digital transformation and workforce development.

Dr. Beatriz shares insights from her career journey, the importance of cross-sector collaboration and the innovative projects she is involved in. The conversation highlights the need for a systemic approach to sustainability and the opportunities for emerging leaders in the maritime space.

If you want to contact Dr. Beatriz, please feel free to reach out to her on LinkedIn.

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This podcast was brought to you by Cordell Beaumont, the specialist digital and commercial shipping recruitment agency www.cordellbeaumont.com.

In this episode of the Maritime SoftwareHub – The People Podcast, Callum Beaumont interviews Craig Summers, Founder and CTO of SailTimer. They discuss the evolution of SailTimer, focusing on the importance of crowdsourced weather data for both recreational and commercial shipping.

Craig explains how SailTimer's technology enhances voyage optimization and navigation by providing real-time, accurate wind data. The conversation also touches on the challenges of traditional weather forecasting, the value of crowdsourced data, and the future of marine charts with the upcoming S100 standard.

Craig shares insights into the digitalization trends in the shipping industry and the importance of collaboration in data sharing.

If you want to reach out to SailTimer team, please visit their website https://www.sailtimer.co/ or send an email to [email protected]

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This podcast was brought to you by Cordell Beaumont, the specialist digital and commercial shipping recruitment agency www.cordellbeaumont.com.

In this episode of Maritime Software, Callum Beaumont interviews Adam Emirali, Head of Commercial for Chartering at Kpler. They discuss Adam's journey into the maritime industry, the role of Kpler in providing data insights for shipping and the challenges faced in the industry.

Adam shares insights on SaaS sales, team dynamics, and the importance of attitude in sales roles. The conversation also touches on trends in maritime technology, M&A activity and the competitive nature of SaaS sales.

If you want to reach out to Adam, you can visit their website www.kpler.com or email him at [email protected]

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This podcast is brought to you by Cordell Beaumont, the specialist maritime technology and commodity insights recruitment agency – founded by a team of talent acquisition leaders.