Seatrade Maritime Podcast

Maritime in Minutes - February 2026 in review

Panama port battle, Hapag-Lloyd buys Zim, and VLCCs go bananas.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 February, with their highlights from the news in maritime and shipping, from the biggest stories to those that simply piqued their interest.Listeners please note this episode was recorded the day prior to the US/Israel attack on Iran on 28 FebruaryHear more about:Panama declares CK Hutchison’s Panama Ports concession unconstitutionalCK Hutchison: Panama terminal takeover ‘unlawful’, ceases operationsSix-year jail sentence for Solong captainContainer lines’ Red Sea mixed messages confuse shippersSeaLead plummets in shipping line rankingsHapag-Lloyd’s acquisition of Zim an era defining momentTrump’s Maritime Action Plan floats foreign built vessel US port feeGemini shines as container line punctuality plummets in 2026Red hot VLCC market hits new highs amid US – Iran tensionsReward offered for ‘missing’ dark fleet VLCCListen to the full episode now

Maritime in Minutes - January 2026 in review

Red Sea hokey-kokey, the top risk for shipping businesses in 2026, and a booming dark fleet market.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 January, with their highlights from the news in maritime and shipping, from the biggest stories to those that simply piqued their interest.Hear more about:IMO rules understate benefits of utilising captured carbon, says GCMDSingapore report highlights crew fatigue in Hafnia Nile and Ceres I collisionShipping sees regulatory changes as biggest risk to business in 2026Asian shipping execs negative on IMO Net Zero Framework prospectsCMA CGM reverts services to Cape of Good HopeTwo dead, 15 rescued from capsized bulker off PhilippinesRepeat orders mark wind propulsion success storiesDark fleet ship-to-ship transfers off Malaysia more than doubleIf 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

Exploring the world of corporate diplomacy with Mardiplo

Shipping operates in an increasingly complex geopolitical environment and companies have to deal with delicate government relationships at a level of corporate diplomacy.In this episode, we explore the intersection of geopolitics and maritime trade with Dr. Mary Papaschinopoulou and Neofytos Kourtesis from Mardiplo.In a conversation led by host Punit Oza, Founder of Maritime NXT, they share their insights on how shipping companies navigate complex geopolitical challenges and the importance of corporate diplomacy in today's uncertain environment. Discover real-life success stories and learn how to effectively manage stakeholder relationships in the maritime industry.Learn more about:The role Mardiplo playsSuccess story in BangladeshManaging stakeholder relationshipsThe role of technologyRecruiting the next generationListen to the full episode to the get the full picture of the evolving world of corporate diplomacyIf 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/

Bonus episode: Shipbuilding market outlook for 2026

A continued newbuilding boom in 2025 sees shipyards with the third largest orderbook ever, can momentum be sustained in 2026?In the fifth, and final, part of our shipping market outlook series we are focusing on the shipbuilding sector with Maritime Strategies International (MSI) Managing Director Adam Kent.Speaking to the Seatrade Maritime Podcast he says 2025 was the fifth year of a sustained ordering boom with 90 million gt of vessels ordered last year.Listen to the episode now to get the full pictureIf 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

Bonus episode: Tanker shipping market outlook for 2026

The tanker market goes into 2026 on strong footing against a complex geopolitical back drop, rising production, and fleet growthIn the fourth part of our shipping market outlook series we are focusing on the tanker sector with Maritime Strategies International (MSI) Analyst Tim Smith.Speaking to the Seatrade Maritime Podcast Smith says that the tanker sector is coming into 2026 on a very strong footing.Listen to the full episode to learn where the market is headedIf 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