Seatrade Maritime News Podcast

In this episode, Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand speaks with Dersenish Aresandiran, the Chief Commercial Officer of Malaysian Aviation Group, about the evolving strategies of Malaysia Airlines in the corporate travel sector, particularly in marine and energy travel.

Discover how Malaysia Airlines is positioning itself as a trusted partner, focusing on reliability, flexibility, and personalised service to meet the specialised needs of these sectors. You will learn about the airline's ambitious transformation and commitment to enhancing the travel experience for corporate clients.

The conversation includes

• Corporate travel strategy
• Differentiation in corporate travel proposition
• Marine and energy travel requirements
• Malaysia's strategic location
• Transformation of Malaysia Airlines
• Future ambitions for corporate travel

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In this episode, Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News, engages with Captain Somasundar Nair and Captain Abhishek Sinha from Fleet Management to discuss the future of crewing in the maritime industry.

The conversation explores the future of maritime talent, the enduring importance of the Philippines to the global seafaring workforce, and the role that training, leadership development and crew wellbeing play in supporting safe, reliable and efficient operations.

Captain Soma and Captain Abhishek share insights on the significance of leadership, crew wellbeing, and the interconnectedness of performance and safety culture. They emphasize the need for continuous learning and investment in training to ensure that the next generation of maritime leaders is equipped to handle the complexities of modern shipping.

Key topics discussed include:

• The evolving landscape of seafaring and crew requirements
• Strategies for attracting and retaining young talent in the industry
• The pivotal role of Filipino seafarers in global maritime operations
• Investments in training facilities and career development programs
• The importance of family support in seafarer welfare
• Building a strong safety culture through trust and accountability

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In this episode, we explore the important seafarers health and well-being with Rebecca Hayes Mejia from Marine Benefits.

Learn about insights from the Re:fresh programme, an initiative aimed at understanding and improving seafarer health over the past decade.

In a conversation with Marcus Hand Editor of Seatrade Maritime News Rebecca discusses key findings from the latest reports, the evolution of the surveys, and how shipping companies can utilise the data to implement effective health interventions.

Join us for an enlightening conversation on the challenges and advancements in seafarer health.

The conversation covers:

• The Re:fresh Programme
• Key findings from the 2024 report
• Participation in the 2026 report
• Benefits for companies participating
• The upcoming release of the 2026 report
• Insights from seafarers

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In this episode, Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Trade Maritime News, interviews Stuart Ostrow, Founder and President of ShipMoney, a maritime fintech company that provides innovative E-Wallet and payroll services for seafarers.

The discussion covers the complexities of banking and personal finance for those working far from home on the world’s oceans, the challenges of remitting payments across borders, and the unique solutions ShipMoney offers to streamline these processes.

Stuart shares insights into the regulatory landscape, the importance of communication technology, and the company's future plans for expansion.

Listeners will also hear about ShipMoney’s upcoming fundraising for Sailors’ Society where Stuart will be hiking to Everest base camp. Please follow this link if you would like to make a donation https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/sailors-society-everest-shipmoney

The conversation covers:

• The need for maritime-specific payment solutions
• Challenges in remitting payments
• The importance of people in the business
• Handling exceptions in crew payments
• Technological advancements in communication
• Cybersecurity measures
• Fundraising trek for Sailors’ Society
• Future plans for ShipMoney

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Asian port congestion, tankers in the crosshairs in Hormuz, and the Panama Ship Registry under pressure.

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:

Over 50% of vessels delayed at Asia’s busiest container ports

Samsung hits CMA CGM with $186m complaint in US over delivery failures

Tankers caught at centre of US-Iran escalation spiral

Philippines set to ban deployment of seafarers in Strait of Hormuz

Hormuz shuttle tankers: An evolving trend amid the Iran War

VLCC rates smash through million dollar barrier

Drones and USVs replace mines as Black Sea’s floating hazard

Under pressure: Panama Ship Registry drops to 3rd in global rankings

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In this episode ahead of Seatrade Maritime Crew Connect Global 2026 we turn the spotlight on seafarer welfare.

Marcus Hand from Seatrade Maritime News, engages Erikkos Andreakos from MarTrust and Simon Grainge from ISWAN in a compelling conversation about their partnership aimed at improving crew welfare for seafarers.

Discover how MarTrust, as a dedicated payment provider for the industry, is addressing the financial challenges faced by seafarers, and learn about the innovative Power BI Dashboard developed with ISWAN and designed to gather insights into their welfare needs.

This episode highlights the critical intersection of finance and mental health in the maritime industry and sets the stage for future developments in seafarer support.

The conversation covers:

• The Importance of financial security for seafarers
• MarTrust’s Partnership with ISWAN
• The role of data in seafarer welfare
• Insights from the Power BI Dashboard
• Future directions for the partnership

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Iranian attacks on commercial shipping have been on the increase in the Strait of Hormuz and the wider Gulf region.

There was a lull in attacks in June during the short-lived US – Iran MoU, but numbers have risen significantly since then through July, August and into September.

Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News discusses trends in Iranian attack on shipping with Noam Rayden a Senior Research Fellow at the Washington Institute of Near East Policy.

In this Maritime Crossroads episode, we try to answer a central question: Around six months into the Iran war, how have Iranian attacks against commercial shipping evolved, where are they concentrated now, and what could lie ahead?

The conversation covers:

• Overview of Attacks (June - August)
• Detailed analysis of attacks in August
• Iran’s shift in targeting strategy
• The impact of US Naval presence and blockade
• Future implications for maritime security in the Middle East

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In this episode, host Gary Howard from Seatrade Maritime News welcomes Akshay Anand, CEO of Al Barrak Group, to discuss the evolving landscape of Middle East logistics in light of recent disruptions.

During the conversation they delve into the importance of resilience in supply chains, the need for adaptability, and how trade routes are being reshaped by geopolitical challenges. With the Saudi Maritime and Logistics Congress in Jeddah next month, this episode timely and insightful for anyone involved in global trade.

The conversation covers:

• Resilience in supply chains
• Planning for disruption
• Adjustments to trade routes
• The role of technology
• Partnerships in logistics
• Future of logistics in the Middle East

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In this latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime News Podcast we explore the innovative Sigma platform designed by Speedcast, and how it is reshaping connectivity management for ship owners and operators.

Join Timo Biemueller VP of Maritime in EMEA and Anastasis Gryponisiotis VP of Software Engineering as they discuss how Sigma optimises network management, enhances real-time communication, and adapts to the evolving maritime landscape.

The conversation covers

• An overview of Sigma
• Traffic management in Sigma
• Standardising management across vessels
• Integration of value-added services
• Cyber security in multi-network environments
• Future connectivity requirements

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In this episode, we explore the role of marine coatings in enhancing vessel efficiency and compliance in today's shipping industry.

Join us as Clementine Mathieu and Bert Adema from PPG discuss innovative coating technologies, the benefits of electrostatic application, and how these advancements contribute to fuel savings and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.

Discover how the right coating can improve the operational efficiency of vessels and help ship owners meet stringent regulations while maintaining cost-effectiveness.

The conversation covers

• Importance of coatings in vessel efficiency
• Integrated solutions for shipowners
• Benefits of electrostatic application
• Low friction fouling release coatings
• Compliance and efficiency
• Digital tools for ship efficiency
• Importance of proper application
• Future developments in marine coatings

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