Tag: Interviews

In an exclusive interview to SAFETY4SEA, James Herbert, Secretary General of the International Salvage Union, underscores the vital role of the salvage industry, emphasizing the collaborative efforts that the association undertakes with its members.

Thomas Bagge, CEO of DCSA, emphasized that the shipping industry must adopt digital transformation to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

The maritime industry's focus on seafarer mental health and well-being is critical for safety, retention, and productivity. In an exclusive interview, we explore the perspectives and findings shared by Henrik Jensen, Managing Director of Danica Crewing, and Alexandra Kaloulis, Managing Director of IMEQ Center, in response to several pressing questions about seafarer welfare.

Ernst Meyer, President & CEO of Torvald Klaveness, emphasizes that the tools needed to enhance daily engagement between shore and ship are already available. This enables the creation of communication platforms, training programs, and feedback systems, allowing seafarers to actively participate in the transition

In an exclusive interview to SAFETY4SEA, Olga Stavropoulou, Director General of the Hellenic Marine Environment Protection Association (HELMEPA), emphasizes that sustainable development is the global vision, and ESG serves as the tool to achieve it.

Petar Modev, Head of Ship Inspection at the UK P&I Club, emphasizes that preventing and containing fires caused by lithium-ion batteries is not just a challenge for the maritime sector.

Following the announcement that industry veteran Goh Chung Hun has returned to Lloyd’s Register to take the helm in Singapore, he gave an exclusive interview to SAFETY4SEA to discuss his key priorities.

Ian J McLeod, Managing Director at the Dry Bulk Centre of Excellence (DBCE), shares insights into the new DryBMS platform. He highlights that this self-assessment tool can help ship managers evaluate their performance and advance the industry beyond mere compliance.

Dr. Momoko Kitada, Professor and Head of Maritime Education & Training at the World Maritime University (WMU), emphasizes the need for a shift from quantity to quality to attract and retain the future maritime workforce. A key priority in this effort is making the maritime industry appealing to future generations considering maritime careers.

Matthew Williams, Secretary General of the International Maritime Pilots' Association (IMPA), offers insights into recent updates and regulatory changes related to maritime pilotage, emphasizing the need for proactive measures to mitigate risks.