How 10 questions to seafarers on SurveyMonkey turned into a bellwether on the state of crew welfare.In this latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast we focus on the Seafarers Happiness Index and how it has grown into a key measure for the state of crew welfare in the industry.Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand talks to index founder Steven Jones, as well as Ben Bailey, Director of Programme at the Mission to Seafarers about their involvement.The discussion covers:What is the Seafarers Happiness Index?The genesis of the indexHow the Mission to Seafarers became involved in the indexHow do you measure happiness at sea?The importance of giving seafarers a voiceCorporate partnerships and their impactThe future of the Seafarers Happiness IndexListen to the full episode now
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Maritime in Minutes - May 2025 in review
Will shipping return to the Red Sea and Suez Canal with US and Houthi ceasefire? Promoting an inclusive workforce in shipping, and transforming logistics with AI and humanoid robotics.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 May, with their highlights from the news in maritime and shipping, from the biggest stories to those that simply piqued their interest.Hear more about:Maersk’s posts $1.3 bn Q1 profit, geopolitical tensions cloud outlookHouthi Red Sea truce could have profound impact on shippingCashew nut shell biofuel: ‘just don’t do it’Stricken Maersk Sana continues to ‘drift safely’ in western AtlanticInclusive workforce will be ‘a matter of sustainability’Revolutionising logistics with AI and humanoid robotsBallast water system failure sank MSC ship: Indian authoritiesUS court tariff ruling cements volatility into shipping tradesListen to the 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: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
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Update on sanctions and the Red Sea with Mike Salthouse from NorthStandard
In this latest episode we are in conversation with Mike Salthouse, Head of External Affairs for P&I Club NorthStandard, talking about the complexities of sanctions affecting the maritime industry. A discussion with Seatrade Maritime News Editor Marcus Hand explores the implications of the latest UK sanctions, the rise of the parallel fleet in response to these restrictions, and other developments in enforcement.The conversation also touches on the evolving risk landscape in the Red Sea following recent ceasefire between the US and the Houthi in Yemen.Tune in to gain insights into how shipowners and operators navigate this challenging environment.Topics covered in the episode include:Impact of sanctions on shippingUnderstanding the parallel fleetRecent UK sanctions and due diligenceEnforcement of sanctions in EuropeThe situation in Iran and oil exportsSanctions as a tool of foreign policyRisk assessment in the Red SeaIf 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
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Chat about Geopolitics & Trade with Stinne Taiger Ivø from BIMCO
The pace of change in shipping creates challenges to ensure contracts are up to date and relevant. The latest chat about geopolitics and trade episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast features Stinne Taiger Ivø, Deputy Secretary General & Director of Contracts of BIMCO.Host Punit Oza, Founder of Maritime NXT talks to Stinne about developing new contracts and ensuring commercially workable solutions in a volatile environment.The episode covers:The role of BIMCO and its historical evolutionAn overview of the Document CommitteeThe contract development processGeopolitical challengesFuture skills for studentsIf 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/
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Maritime in Minutes - April 2025 in review
Shore leave for seafarers in danger of extinction, managing your supply chain in times of disruption, and MEPC falls short of IMO decarbonisation ambitions.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 March, with their highlights from the news in maritime and shipping, from the biggest stories to those that simply piqued their interest.Hear more about:Shore leave eroded and in danger of extinctionDemand for alternative fuelled engines and regulatory uncertaintyCMA Commodores see opportunities in market adjustmentsPodcast: Managing supply chains in times of disruptionMEPC 83 agrees to fall short of IMO decarbonisation ambitionsUSTR publishes proposed fees for Chinese shipsCMB.Tech and Golden Ocean sign merger term sheetTariffs bring swift refocus of supply chains on Southeast AsiaIf 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
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