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I have had a wonderful conversation about how well the maritime industry matches the tech industry when attracting the next generation and the talents that we need. I spoke with Caitlin Hardy, Vice President, Programs, Kongsberg Maritime Inc., and am happy to share this in the 179th episode of the Shipping Podcast.

We also speak about the culture of the maritime industry and how brave Caitlin is to have changed jobs a couple of times to be able to get a perspective on our beloved industry.

Caitlin is also coming up with suggestions for the challenges we all face. For example, there are ways to eat the elephant, bit by bit.

What is your view? Please let us know, both Caitlin and I love a good discussion.

Meet Sofia Lundmark, Master Mariner, who loves her work and is very honest about that. She loves the lifestyle of a seafarer, and she knows she will always be working in shipping.

We discuss digitalisation, electronic paperwork, HSQE Health, safety, quality and environment, and why. We touch upon the fact that few people see the reason behind all rules and regulations and that it takes a very long time to put them into force.

We continue with diversity, harassment, bullying and safety again.

I think you want to listen to Sofia, and after having done so, will you argue with me when I say that the maritime industry needs more people like her?

What is your view? Give us a shoutout if you want to discuss further.

Thank you for listening.

With over 15 years of experience in Maritime Emergency Response and Business Development, Lindsay Malen–Habib, Manager Client Services, Resolve Marine Group, knows all there is to know about salvage.

Lindsay is the first guest on the Shipping Podcast with a second appearance. If you want to listen to her first interview, search for episode #54 or her name Lindsay Malen.

Lindsay was elected as the first woman on the leadership committee of the American Salvage Association. She was appointed its first female President, where she was responsible for the growth of the organization, working with members, and up keeping relationships with USCG, SUPSALV, NOAA, BSSEE, and Congress amongst other tasks.

We have a long conversation about salvage, diversity, the profile of our industry, WISTA (of course) and the next generation.

Enjoy!

Welcome to the 176th episode of the Shipping Podcast. It was some time ago since I released a solo episode. I want to convey the message of collaboration. We must work together to change the profile of the maritime industry. I have been releasing this podcast for more than six years now, and I can see that things are changing. It just takes so long! Joining forces and spreading the word of Digitalisation, Decarbonisation, and Diversity in the maritime industry makes a difference! We will not be viewed as old-fashioned and set. On the contrary, we will become attractive, responsible and forward-thinking. Join me on my quest for new leaders in the maritime space!

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At the age of six, I wanted to be a pirate. How little did I know that I would meet real pirates in my professional life?

Meet Ursula Dockerty, Emergency Response Team Leader at Shell International Trading & Shipping Company Ltd, a Master Mariner passionate about the maritime industry.

She is amazed by seafarers creativity and resilience. Without them, the rest of the society would have come to a standstill during the pandemic.

Of course, we discuss the importance of role models. For example, Ursula just knew she wanted a career at sea and was very persistent about making that happen. But what about young people today? Do they see any of the career paths available to them? Do they watch movies or videos showing cool, inspiring people from the maritime industry?

We have a job to do. We need to show more of the maritime world to the general public and children in particular. Some of them might want to become emergency response leaders.

Listen to the episode and give us a shoutout if you liked what you heard.

In this episode, you will be meeting a true leader, an experienced Harbour Master, Master Mariner, Experienced Marine Advisor, General Manager and Non-Executive Director; her name is Captain Jeanine Drummond.

We speak about the importance of modern leadership, which is somewhat different from traditional leadership, which has been prevailing in our industry for such a long time.

We also speak about the importance of not just trying to blend in but also speaking up to seize the opportunity to make a difference by becoming visible. Seeing is believing, says Jeanine.

We are all role models in one way or another, and that is precisely what the maritime industry needs.

Listen to Jenine and give us a shout-out!

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Making maritime your port of call by describing an industry that is global, green and going digital. THE PLACE TO BE.

Ley Hoon Quah, Chief Executive, Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore, MPA, sounds very enthusiastic when describing the maritime industry. She has seen the potential for our industry to become one of the most wanted workplaces by the next generation. Therefore, we need to join forces and promote it.

We discuss many of the initiatives in Maritime Singapore and how all stakeholders are working together to resolve the challenges ahead of us. digitalOCEANS™ is one of them that Ley Hoon Quah talks about in this episode.

I hope you feel inspired after having listened to episode 173. Please send me your feedback! I am all ears.

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According to Patrick Verhoeven and the IAPH, Smart, Autonomous, and Integrated is the signum of a future port.

Listen to Patrick talking about what areas the trade association for ports around the world has identified as focus areas moving forward.

• Bunkering - alternative fuels, which and how much?
• Onshore power - cold ironing ports
• Incentives - how politicians can support
• Efficiency - optimal port call

I am eagerly waiting for your feedback! Drop me a line at hello@shippingpodcast, and then spread the word about this episode! Thank you for listening!

People don't like change. Famous words of the interviewee in this episode, Hans Hederström, Consultant, Marine Consultancy Group.

Listen to Captain Hederström and the impact he has had on the development of maritime safety and especially Bridge resource management. We get to hear the story of how the Center for Simulator Maritime Training, CSMART, in Almere, the Netherlands, came about and how that was a dream come through for Hans.

Have you experienced training in a simulator? How did you find it? Would you please let me know what you think of my interview with Hans Hederström? Drop me a line at [email protected]

Thank you for listening.

In episode 170, an interview I did IRL, you meet Frank Relou, Business Development and Commercial Manager, Sea Machines Robotics EMEA, who came to Gothenburg on his business trip. I had the opportunity to sit down with him and discuss autonomous shipping, AI and Internet of Things, among other things.

When can we expect autonomous ships? Can the sailing fleet be retrofitted to become autonomous? How do we attract young people to our industry? Why does it take so long to set a new course for this conservative industry?

A lot of questions that we discuss in this episode. What is your view? Please drop me a line at [email protected] and let me know.

Thank you for listening.