Tag: Interviews

Eleni Polychronopoulou, President and CEO of METIS Cyberspace Technology explains how new technologies can assist industry in succeeding in its journey towards decarbonization, highlighting the importance of data reporting.

Pelle Sommansson, Chief Operating Officer and EVP, ZeroNorth, highlights the need for the widespread adoption of data-driven technologies by the industry in the coming years which are crucial for shipping’s green transition.

Edward X. McNamara, President & CEO of Armada Risk Partners, a Cleveland-based insurance broker, notes that, in the post-covid era, the insurance industry is more complex and risk averse than ever. Armada insures ports worldwide from an increasing number of risks such as extreme weather, ship collisions with port infrastructure and cyber attack.

On the occasion of the 2023 International Day for Women In Maritime, we are glad to host an interview with President of WISTA International, Mrs. Elpi Petraki, who suggests key actions to turn challenges that women in maritime still face into opportunities.

Susanne Justesen, who is leading the All Aboard Alliance team in the Global Maritime Forum, highlights that although there is often a special focus on women’s challenges, many of these challenges also affect men at sea.

Richard Ballantyne, Chief Executive, British Ports Association, representing over 400 ports and facilities that collectively handle 86% of the UK’s seaborne trade, highlights the importance of ports in industry’s decarbonization journey.

As we are counting down the days for Nor-Shipping 2023, we are excited to host an exclusive interview with Norshipping’s Director, Sidsel Norvik, who mentions which innovations will take place in the exhibition, highlighting that this year, the event will focus on the next generation to showcase how academia is adjusting to the maritime transition and what maritime career opportunities are in store.

In an exclusive interview to SAFETY4SEA, Mr. Adam Parnell, Director (Maritime), CHIRP, refers to lessons learned from their publications and data which have highlighted that much work still needs to be done to improve maritime safety.

Mr Peter Jameson, Partner, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), highlights that ESG is more than just tackling with emissions. It equally involves actions like health and safety, diversity and equal opportunities, but these are often less regarded topics to a business’s development.

Mr. Gerardo A. Borromeo, Chief Executive Officer of Philippine Transmarine Carriers, Inc. suggests to build an image of the shipping industry that will help many understand what exactly the industry does.