Unbelievable! I am celebrating the 200th episode of the Shipping Podcast!! If anyone had told me when I started in 2015 that I would go on, releasing one new episode every other Friday, I would not have believed it. And yet, here we are! I have met so many people, generous with their time and knowledge! And when I think back, I have learned so much!  Thanks to my listeners, I still feel like there are things to know and people to listen to, so you can be sure that more episodes from me will be released.  

Procurement or purchase? Maria Theodosiou, Managing Director, GenPro, is the interviewee in episode 199. She explains what a maritime procurement company brings to the maritime industry. We speak about so many exciting topics, and Maria underlines the different moral compasses of the next generation. To lead them into the business, we must consider being open-minded, inclusive, brave, and approachable and creating a safe environment where it's possible to speak and ask about anything.  Maria leads by example and is passionate about bringing visibility and a spotlight to women in the maritime industry. Does that sound familiar?  Enjoy episode 199, and please let me know your views on what we are discussing. Thanks for listening. 

MASS, Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships. A Working Group at the International Maritime Organisation focused on international regulations of autonomous ships. The Chairman of this Working Group is Henrik Tunfors, Senior Advisor at the Swedish Transport Agency, and he is the interviewee in episode 198 of the Shipping Podcast!  What do you think? Will we see a code for safety and regulations of MASS in 2025? What are the obstacles?  So many questions in this episode, but also so many good answers.

It's difficult to see the consequences of the current crises Finally, an in-person interview again! But, of course, there is a difference between having a screen in between my guest and me. I went to the University of Gothenburg and met Johan Woxenius, a professor of Maritime Transport Management and Logistics and asked him about maritime transport in the logistical chains.  Johan thinks we have a few turbulent years ahead of us. So many crises at the same time that we are in the middle of Industry 4.0. The maritime industry is undergoing so many changes. Thank you for listening! You can always reach out to me via social media or by dropping a line to [email protected] 

We need the forerunners In episode 196, you meet Agustina Calatayud, Lead Transportation Specialist in the Inter-American Development Bank Transportation Division (IDB). IDB is working to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Through financial and technical support for countries working to reduce poverty and inequality, we help improve health and education and advance infrastructure.  Listen to Agustinatalking about how she is promoting the maritime leg of the supply chain and how important shipping is in the Caribbean. The IDB works with governments, companies, academia, foundations, and others to forge and maintain partnerships to fill this gap and advance the UN Sustainability Development Goals.   Thanks for listening!   

It's a people's business   I got the idea in my head to speak to someone else doing podcasting in the #maritime industry.  Marcus Hand is the Editor of Seatrade Maritime News and the host of the Maritime Podcast. In addition, I have met Marcus before, so I knew he had something to bring to the table.  I hope you enjoy our conversation about the maritime industry. We touch upon many current topics.  Give us a shoutout, listen to the Maritime Podcast and let us know what you think!  Every conversation matters!   

The Blue Economy   Part 2 of my conversation with Kate D Adamson focuses on what ESG means for the shipping and maritime industry.  We need to start talking about the Blue Economy and what opportunities lay there instead of the segments of everything like we do today. Once we change our mindset, that's when we can become a sustainable industry.  Kate underlines that we need to pivot. We do that by  Purpose/Values  Interdependence Openness Trust There are so many titbits in this episode. It's worth listening to it more than once. But, first, you have to download and listen to the 194th episode. Please let me know what you think!   

It's been seven years!  Something to celebrate! 193 episodes have been released about the maritime industry! So many interesting conversations and EVERY CONVERSATION MATTERS!  This is a walk down memory lane. How did it all start? Why did I start a podcast? Who were the first guests and why did I choose them?  Thank you for listening! You are my most loyal listeners, you who want to know everything there is to know. I love you!   

The new morale age Welcoming Kate D Adamson back to the Shipping Podcast, she dives deep into the current paradigm shift. She speaks about changing expectations among stakeholders and difficult choices that have to be made. This is the first part of my conversation with Kate; the second part will be released on August 12, 2022.   Give us a shoutout on social media if you agree or disagree with our discussion. Thanks for listening. 

A Zero-harm maritime industry  RightShip believes in the power of collaboration and has a vision of a zero-harm maritime industry. That means working with all elements of ESG, Environmental, Social, and Governance. RightShip is a digital platform using data to achieve a more sustainable maritime industry. Listen to Steen Lund, Chief Executive Officer, RightShip, in episode 192 and please come back with your feedback. Thank you for listening.   

What about the S and the G in ESG?  In episode 191, you meet Catherine Smith, General Counsel & Company Secretary at Wah Kwong Maritime Transport Holdings Limited in Hongkong. We have a candid conversation about Environmental Social and Governance, which refers to the three key factors when measuring a business or company's sustainability and ethical impact. Catherine is calling for more ESG startups since there are so many things we need to do to fulfil the challenges we are facing.  I asked Catherine why the interest in ESG reports has grown so much; she thinks it's because so many more stakeholders are reading them now. There is no way to hide. You do not want to miss out on listening to all the wisdom Catherine shares! Download and listen and discuss these issues with a friend or a peer. They are also welcome to listen to the Shipping Podcast, of course.   

The change is happening now Synnøve Seglem is the Deputy Managing Director at Knutsen OAS Shipping AS and the newly elected Chair of the Norwegian Shipowners' Association.  We have a candid conversation about all the challenges the shipping industry faces. Synnøve has two Masters degrees, both in engineering and maritime finance, not in naval architecture as her father wanted.  We speak about #diversity #recruitment #branding #covid19 and the ongoing war in Ukraine, among other things.  Tune in and listen. Your job is to spread the word about what you hear. EVERY CONVERSATION MATTERS   

Where is the new normal? During the pandemic, we discussed what the new normal would look like. What happened? What changed? When it comes to maritime conferences, not much.  Do we want to change them, or are we just so happy that everything is back to "same old, same old"?  Episode 189 is a solo episode where Lena shares how disappointed she is to see that nothing changed. But she is excited over a Mesh party she attended in another industry - road transport.  Get inspired, join the movement of weirdos and see another way of doing things, the new reality.

To be able to make a difference in someone's life.  In episode 188, you will listen to Alice Amundsen, Vice President/Senior Adviser Gard AS. She has been the Head of People's Claims, which means that she has been able to make a difference in other people's lives.  We talk about the difficulties during the pandemic in giving medical assistance to crew onboard ships. Alice is appalled by the countries that refused t repatriate the bodies of the deceased seafarers. Seafarers must be designated keyworkers!  More governments need to recognise seafarers as key workers and entitle them to the rights required. Your feedback will be very much appreciated. Thanks for listening.

An uncertain world and the impact on logistical chains Freddy Jönsson Hanberg is the Head of Strategic Advice at MW Group and what he doesn't know about the geopolitical hotspots is not worth knowing.   Listen to how someone outside the maritime industry views us.  What is your view? Please drop me a line at [email protected]

Supporting the maritime future Lotte G. Lundberg, Director of the Danish Maritime Fund, has a long career in the maritime industry. She has been with the AP Moller group for 39 years and has experienced much development. Lotte is now at Denmark's hub for research and innovation through the Danish Maritime Fund.  It's so interesting to hear how the Danish Maritime community has set up this system to support the future of Danish Shipping. Lotte is also sharing knowledge from her other assignments. So we had a lot to talk about. Thank you for listening, don't hesitate to give us a shout-out if you learned something from our chat.

Get stuff done! Meet Joshua Berger, Founder & President/CEO Washington Maritime Blue, in episode 185 of the Shipping Podcast. We speak about #innovation #tech #sustainability #diversity, and Joshua shares the idea behind Washington Blue Maritime.  Since we are both passionate about the idea of clusters, we also discuss what we can learn from other industries. Lena, who lives in Gothenburg, talks about the #automotive industry and their innovation hub called MobilityXLab. Have a look if you haven't heard of it before. Our conversation touches on most hot topics in the #maritime industry. What do you think? Please give us a shout-out and let us know your thoughts. Thank you for listening!

Digitalisation for real Pernilla Trygg, who comes from a family of mariners, went to sea in 1996 and then studied to become a Chief Engineer. She has been working at the sea for several years and is now a surveyor for a classification society.  Pernilla is the proud Owner of the M/S STOCKHOLM, trading to Svalbard. It's Pernillas hobby, she says, but from what she tells about the ship, it's more of a lifestyle.  Our conversation is broad. We discuss the ongoing digitalisation - how is it going? What are the benefits, and is it thought through before implementation?  And what happened in the maritime industry after #metoo? Have we managed to reinvent ourselves to be attractive to the next generation? What about leadership? There is a reference in our chat to episode 109 with Cecilia Österman, here is the link if you want to listen. Listen to Pernilla and give us a shoutout of your opinion, or drop me a line at [email protected]  Thank you for listening      

Shipping - more than only the maritime leg of the supply chain that is obvious to Peter Sand, Chief Analyst Xeneta and maybe now we can hope that the world can see the importance of shipping and the people working in it.  Peter asks us to put everything in perspective; the Evergiven, the Pandemic, and the Ukrainian crises. Of course, he is right. He also thinks that shipping is a peacemaker, as odd as it sounds. Trade and transport of goods always include two parties that need to agree. Let's pray that this latest crisis also will en in peace.

Visionary leaders to raise the profile of the maritime industry that is what we need! Jan Dieleman, President of Cargill Ocean Transportation, is an excellent example of the leaders we need. Listen to our conversation about sustainability, diversity and inclusion, recruitment, the next generation and where we can see progress in these areas.  What do you think? Please give us a shoutout on social media or drop me a line at [email protected]  Thank you for listening.  

Global trade is impossible without transportation, and every country relies on maritime trade to sell what it has and buy what it needs. Since there is more transportation on the water than onshore, maritime transport is dependent on trade. That's why this episode is all about trade. Cecilia Malmstrom, Former EU Commissioner for Trade and now a non-resident senior fellow at PIIE (Peterson Institute for International Economics), is the interviewee in episode 181.  We discuss shipping from a global trade perspective. Cecilia has been representing the EU in various trade negotiations. She knows everything there is to know about trade agreements, politics and how to take many different viewpoints into account when negotiating.   World Trade Organisation, WTO  International Monetary Fund, IMF International Maritime Organisation, IMO  The Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership, TTIP) Cecilia Malmstrom hosts a monthly webinar on trade, Trade Winds. You are welcome to sign up here. 

This episode introduces a maritime industry sector where the fuel to ships is handled. We meet Eugenia Benavides, Directora Marinos, Organización Terpel S.A.   She gives us insights into a part of the industry that is also changing to keep up with changing times. Of course, I cannot help myself, and I have to ask about what it's like to work in a male-dominated industry and her view for the future.  If you have ideas for guests who have something to tell about the bunkering industry, please drop me a line at [email protected]  Thank you for listening

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!   Twitter:  @Shippingpodcast   Facebook: Shippingpodcast  Instagram: @shippingpodcast  Website: Shippingpodcast.com  Email: [email protected]   

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!  Twitter:  @Shippingpodcast   Facebook: Shippingpodcast  Instagram: @shippingpodcast  Website: Shippingpodcast.com  Email: [email protected]  

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. Twitter:  @Shippingpodcast   Facebook: Shippingpodcast  Instagram: @shippingpodcast  Website: Shippingpodcast.com  Email: [email protected]  

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.  

Welcome to the 169th episode of the Shipping Podcast. I am celebrating six years as a podcaster and am thinking back about how I recruited interviewees initially and how it went from there.  I speak about the importance of good sound quality, stubbornness, and support to make this journey a success. Do you want to contribute to my future success? Would you mind sending me a photo of when you are listening to the Shipping Podcast to [email protected]  Shoutouts to @lenagothberg in all social channels. Or drop me an email. Thank you for listening! Lena x

Meet Agneta Dahl, a Certified Master Exercise Practitioner (MEP) and an expert in incident management and risk assessment who actually get paid to create mayhem.  Agneta is passionate about the ocean and everything therein. She started her career in medical school, went into research and, like most of the people in the maritime industry, stumbled into this fascinating world. Agneta joined the US Coast Guard and worked with marine environmental protection and oil spill response. Nowadays, after she left the USCG, she does more of the same in her current position.  We talked a lot about the impact of digitalisation, how the pandemic has changed the way we work, how interesting it is to work remote and what the future might hold. What is your view? Did Agneta's story spark something in you? Let us know what you think; we are both waiting to hear from you. Thank you for listening. Feedback to [email protected] 

Captain John Konrad is THE influencer in the maritime industry. He started the gCaptain, which is currently the largest media outlet in the maritime domain.  John is equally interested in changing the narrative for the maritime industry as I am. We agree that we need to work together to create sustainable marketing for and about the maritime industry.  No one speaks about Über in the Silicon Valley anymore, they talk about Flexport, and they talk about the maritime industry." John is a big fan of Greta Thunberg; she says things people don't want to hear. But, that is what we also need to do; talk about the good and the bad in our industry. If we don't acknowledge the problems we have as an industry, then we cannot solve them - and become better. We discuss so many things in this episode, I learned a lot, and I think John gave some real food for thoughts.  What is your view? Give us a shout-out, we are on social media, and we each have a webpage where you can comment. This is a discussion worth having. Thank you for listening.  Stay safe. 

We continue the discussion about; what is a fair future for seafarers? Dr Jason Zuidema, Executive Director, North American Maritime Ministry Association, NAMMA, share his view on what we need to do to make seafarers keyworkers. He says it's about respect and using the instruments already in place. Abandonment in 2021 is a disgrace. Also, seafarers must be able to trust that they get paid. Jason thinks seafaring it's an honourable profession. Seafarers are very proud to be seafarers; it's the uncertainty that is wearing down. It's not the hard work or the hardship that comes with leaving loved ones; it's the uncertainty of now knowing when you come back the next time or if you get paid. In the end, Jason does a call for support of seafarers; everyone can do something to show kindness to international seafarers. Make sure you listen to the end. What is your view on what Jason says, I'd love to hear from you. Thanks for listening. 

We are approaching June 25th, 2021, and celebrating the Day of the Seafarer, which is a way to recognise the invaluable contribution seafarers make to international trade and the world economy, often at high personal cost to themselves and their families. In episode 165, you meet Frank Coles, currently on gardening leave from Wallem, and get to listen to his view about a fair future for seafarers, the IMO theme for the 2021 Day of the Seafarer. Frank is speaking his mind about many things that need to change for the seafarers to have a fair future. - a clear career path - getting paid - getting fed - getting to go home - allowed breaks to get some rest also when in port Frank is an outspoken advocate for the seafarers. Of course, not all of you will agree with him, but at least he is contributing to the conversation that we must have. What is your view on what Frank has to say? Please let me know. Twitter:  @Shippingpodcast   Facebook: Shippingpodcast  Instagram: @shippingpodcast  Website: Shippingpodcast.com  Email: [email protected]    

Welcome to the 164th episode of the Shipping Podcast, featuring climate lawyer Valentina Keys, Senior Associate, CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang LLP.  According to Valentina are we living in unprecedented times, there are so many things changing now. The carbon footprint has to be measured and reported publicly. Business models have to be redesigned. So much has to change. Valentina is talking about COP 26, COP 15, EU Green Deal, MEPC 76, Poseidon Principles, the ICS R&D Fund and Sea Cargo Charter. Here are all the links in case you want to study on your own.  If you liked what you heard, give us a shoutout. Valentina @valentina_keys and me @lenagothberg  Twitter:  @Shippingpodcast   Facebook: Shippingpodcast  Instagram: @shippingpodcast  Website: Shippingpodcast.com  Email: [email protected]   

Listen to the two most famous Master Mariners globally, Captain Kate McCue and Captain Thomas Lindegaard Madsen, in their first encounter ever. The conversation touches upon so many exciting things as cats, shoes, leadership, containers, high-heals, role models, visibility, respect, accountability, dreams, career choices and the fact that #SeafarersAreKeyWorkers and why that should be part of the job description when you sign up to become a seafarer.  I am so grateful to the Captains for making this possible. I am also thankful for my audience, who sent in so many good questions for the Captains. You helped me focus on the interview when I was so starstruck.  IF you haven't yet started to follow these Captains on Instagram, here are the links: Captain Kate McCue Captain Thomas Lindegaard Madsen  Now, go and share this episode with your friends. Together, we can help kick off the Captains Collaboration to get seafarers to recognise being essential workers.  Thank you for listening! Twitter:  @Shippingpodcast   Facebook: Shippingpodcast  Instagram: @shippingpodcast  Website: Shippingpodcast.com  Email: [email protected]    

Hello Shipping Podcast Lovers, Have I got news to share? In the next episode, you will be meeting Captain Kate McCue and Captain Thomas Lindegaard Madsen, who I introduced to each other, chatting along about life as Captains.  These two SuperHeroes are taking the role of representing our industry most seriously, and they are really doing a good job. Follow Captain Kate McCue and Captain Thomas Lindegaard Madsen on Instagram at once!  Now is the time to put together a strategy for capturing the interest that the maritime industry has attracted lately! We need to collaborate on a communication plan to support the brand of shipping. Who is in?  The next episode you don't want to miss. It will be released on May 21, 2021.  Twitter:  @Shippingpodcast   Facebook: Shippingpodcast  Instagram: @shippingpodcast  Website: Shippingpodcast.com  Email: [email protected]   

Welcome to the 161st episode of the Shipping Podcast, in which you will be listening to Marina Hadjipateras, Founder & General Partner, TMV, an early-stage venture capital fund. Marina is second-generation Shipowners who now is investing in sustainability, shipping, logistics, work and care. She is looking for start-ups interested in the maritime industry but may not understand the business. Examples of companies that Marina has engaged in are Nautilus Labs and Transmute.  We discuss what impact the pandemic has had on the maritime industry. Marina thinks that since more people have access to see and understand how the maritime industry works, that has lead to a greater interest in our line of business. The mindset of "don't fix what isn't broken" is gone. Now it's more open ears and hearts interested in listening to new ideas prevalent in the maritime industry.  Thank you for listening. I am @lenagothberg on most online channels. Please give me a shout-out and let me know what you think about Marina's view of things. 

Are there risks involved when systems are becoming complex? Have you taken a new approach to evaluate the new risks appearing when moving into the digital world?  Meet Fenna van de Merwe has led the writing of the White Paper from DNV called Closing the gap in an era of transformation. It intends to guide maritime stakeholders to control and mitigate these risks and put them in a better position to make informed decisions about achieving and maintaining smarter and carbon-neutral shipping. Fenna is driving the message of ripping down the silos. Collaboration is the new thing, the more unexpected, the better. We will all benefit from sharing knowledge and working together; that is the maritime industry's new era. Listen to this episode, download the White Paper, and contribute to the discussion about the maritime industry's future! Please include me; I am @lenagothberg in most channels online.  Thank you for listening.

During the pandemic, we have seen a crew change crises. Seafarers have not been able to travel between the ships that constitute their workplace and their country of residence due to travel restrictions.  High-level meetings have been taking place, aiming to get seafarers designated as "key-workers", which would lead to exemption from specific COVID-related travel restrictions and make it possible for the 200,000 stranded seafarers to become repatriated.  Here is a link to IMOs Q and As about the crew change crises. Currently, the next step towards normality is vaccination. The key-workers status would move seafarers up the line in the queue. The next step after that is how to prove vaccination and clearance for Covid-19 through a negative test. One suggestion is a Digital Health Pass, and that is what this episode is addressing. Meet Anthony Day, working at IBM in Dublin, who focuses on digital health pass and how complicated it can be to get national health authorities to agree on a global standard. Anthony describes how a digital health pass would make the certification easy to show on a mobile device when travelling or entering a sports arena. He explains blockchain technology and gives us insights into the various considerations that have to be considered.  Anthony has his podcast called Blockchain won't save the world if you are interested in the tech behind the digital health pass, blockchain.  Thank you for listening!  Twitter:  @Shippingpodcast   Facebook: Shippingpodcast  Instagram: @shippingpodcast  Website: Shippingpodcast.com  Email: [email protected]    

Welcome to the 158th episode of the Shipping Podcast, where you meet Captain Thomas Lindegaard Madsen of VENTA MAERSK, Maersk Line, one of the more visible role models in the maritime industry.  Thomas has been sailing for almost thirty years and has experience with many different vessels. Currently, his vessel is trading in the Baltic Sea area and this year he is enjoying ice navigation. Captain Thomas recognises that the biggest change he has seen during his career is the arrival of the internet into our industry.  We get so many insights from Captain Thomas in this episode. He is talking about opportunities with the new technology development, and it is apparent that he loves his job. Thomas is sharing his concerns about being public on social media. It gives a perspective on how we can showcase the maritime industry to the world by using social media. I hope you enjoyed this episode as much as I did. Both Thomas and I love feedback; please give us a shout out if you think this was worth the time listening to. I am @lenagothberg in most channels. Thank you for listening.

In episode 157, you meet Alexandra Anagnostis-Irons, Founder and Owner of Total Marine Solutions, Inc. We talk about the cruise industry where Alex has spent most of her work life and which is suffering so much now during the pandemic.  Alex is a hardworking businesswoman with an extensive network in the maritime industry. She is on many maritime associations, where she enjoys meeting new people and exchanging ideas to develop the maritime sector.  We speak about attracting the next generation's interest in our industry, and Alex is convinced that we need to start early. If not even to younger people, reaching out to the high schools is the only way forward. Total Marine Solutions Inc. celebrated its 20th-anniversary last year. A lot of hard work has made them successful, and their commitment to customer service helped them achieve that. I wish Alex and her team all the best!  Here is a link to This Week in Maritime Call to Action: The Shipping Podcast needs to be shared with a broader audience! You can help by sharing the show with your friends. You can also write a review or leave a rating for the Shipping Podcast on Spotify or Podchaser. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Shipping Podcast on your podcast platform of choice - that way; you can easily get new episodes as soon as they are released. 

Welcome to a short and sweet solo episode with Lena Gothberg, the Host and Producer of the Shipping Podcast. It's the 156th episode of the Shipping Podcast, and I guide you through the audio jungle of how to listen to a podcast. She recommends the Overcast app but has suggestions to both iOs and Android users.  Please sign up for the Shipping Podcast newsletter and help grow the audience. Also, spread the word about the Shipping Podcast to everyone that you meet. I aim for the top-lists, so more people get to hear about the most exciting and fascinating industry!  I am @lenagothberg in most online channels; let's start a conversation! 

Meet Guy Platten, Secretary-General, International Chamber of Shipping, ICS, representing 80 pct of the world's merchant fleet. He speaks about the realisations he has had during the last year. What will the new normal look like? What are the most pressing things to solve once we get the vaccine in place?  Guy tells me that it is a strategic ambition of ICS to build the maritime industry profile, which of course makes me very happy!  We also hear about the crew change crises and why it was hard to bring governments to understand the important role that shipping and seafarers play to keep society going in the pandemic.  If you have anything to add to this, please give me a shout-out, I am @lenagothberg in social media, the email address is [email protected]  Thank you for listening.

Welcome to the 154th episode of the Shipping Podcast with Reshma Nilofer, the first female maritime Pilot in India and one of few in the world. Reshma takes us on a journey on how to reach your dream goals. She is a powerful woman and a role model to many.  Reshma Nilofer was the first female maritime river pilot, and the current Indian President awarded her with the "Woman Power Award" in 2018. The Woman Power Award is an annual award given by the Ministry of Women and Child Development of India's Government to individual women or institutions that work towards the cause of women empowerment. Don't forget to sign up for the Shipping Podcast News, a bi-weekly newsletter launched on Jan 8, 2021. Scroll down on www.shippingpodcast.com where you find the sign-up.  Did you enjoy this episode? Let me know your thoughts. I am @lenagothberg on social media. Thank you for listening.