Shipping Podcast - No conversation available There are too many things to do and too little time. You have 236 previous episodes to listen to, and I hope you can forgive me for not meeting your expectations this week. I haven't had time to record any new conversations.    Until the next time - from me to you, over & out! #everyconversationmatters  ..read more

Advice on marketing - how to become an influencer and attract new clients Let's craft compelling content for your business to boost your visibility on LinkedIn. That's Tatiana Lipertis' mission; she knows how to build your brand on LinkedIn. Tatiana is a Content Writer for the maritime industry, and she has 11,000+ followers on that social media platform. In this episode, we discuss how and why the maritime people are not as eager to get involved as other people we know. We also discuss the importance of marketing, communication and employee branding.  Who are we following, who do we thin ..read more

Sustainability is truly about people! Listen to Elisabeth Munck, Head of Sustainability at IKEA Supply Chain Operations. She is passionate about sustainability and has been working on the sustainability agenda in Supply Chain Operations since 2016.  IKEA released their Supply Chain Operations Decarb Catalogue this week. Here is the link if you want to read more.  Elisabeth discusses IWAY– the IKEA way of Responsibly Procuring Products, Services, Materials and Components. It's ten principles for a responsible supply chain in action. You can read more about it here. Elisabeth ..read more

Safer Seas Act - Coast Guard Policies to Address Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Prevention and Response on Vessels Listen to the Marine Log Listen Up Podcast   The maritime industry has acknowledged the problem, and measurements to prevent any harassment and bullying are being discussed by industry bodies. In this episode, we are going to discuss the maritime industry's response to sexual assault and sexual harassment onboard vessels by the Safer Seas Act, which the US Congress passed in December 2022. Sid Lewis, Partner Jones Walker LLP, and Sara Kuebel, Associate in the Jones ..read more

What is going on with shipping? In episode 232, Sal Mercogliano, a former mariner, a teacher and a Youtuber, is the guest. We talk about the global hotspots and how what is going on there impacts shipping. Sal is passionate about putting today's shipping in a historical context. He started his Youtube channel, What is Going on with Shipping, when EVER GIVEN was stuck in the Suez Canal, and he found it so fun, he got so many people cheering him on, so he decided to take it to the next level.  With more than 180,000 subscribers to his channel, Sal is an influencer in the maritime space. We ..read more

Floating ports, is that part of a sustainable society? Sea Technology is currently working with the design of a new type of floating container and cruise vessel terminal. Therese Lundquist is the CEO of Sea Technology AB and is the guest in episode 231 of the Shipping Podcast.  Therese is passionate about disruptive, innovative ideas to contribute to the Blue Ocean. She has a marketing and sales background and has now taken over the leadership of this family-owned company, looking into technical solutions for the future.  What is your view on the things Therese is talking about? Is t ..read more

https://shippingpodcast.com/230-lena-gothberg-host-and-producer-shipping-podcast/Who is in the audience? Hello, Shipping Podcast lovers! I am asking for your opinion. Please reply to the Shipping Podcast Audience Survey. We are closing 2023 and looking forward to the year ahead. In this episode, I sum up a bit of the year and ask my audience to let me know who they are and what they think about the show.  Thank you for listening. #everyconversationmatters  ..read more

The race of a lifetime Four adventurous women are preparing for the World's Toughest Row 2024. They will row from Monterey, California, to Hawaii. That takes at least thirty-five days. Listen to my conversation with Cassidy Hurd and Elaina Loveless, how it all came about, how they prepare, and their goal.  Mission: "To be a competitive, energetic, and uplifting team who forms lifelong friendships, embraces the journey and emerges as champions. We strive to ignite a passion in young women, fostering their leadership in STEM fields and conservation. We envision a future where women lead the ..read more

Spearheading wind-assisted propulsion WindWings project is a commitment to leading the way towards a zero-carbon future while enhancing vessel efficiency. BAR Technologies believe there is more to be done to harness wind power and push shipping into a greener and more efficient era for the shipping industry. We cannot wait for future newbuildings to help us meet new regulations and CO2 reductions. There is a need also for refitting of the existing fleet. The WindWings installation is part of Berge Bulk’s ambition to become carbon neutral by 2025 and lead the world to a zero-carbon future throu ..read more

How vital is coating for the efficiency of a ship? With more than 14 years of experience in the coating industry, Alexander Enström leads Hempel’s Marine Segment as Executive Vice President. In episode 227 we continue the deep dive into hull specifics or as Alexander says "We are in business to protect the assets from corrosion".  Listen to Alexander, go back and listen to episode 222 with Philip Chaabane and episode 226 from the International Antifouling Conference 2023 and you are up to date!  Thank you for listening. #everyconversationmatters  ..read more