The mood behind the parties at Posidonia, could MSC really buy Hapag-Lloyd, and Strait of Hormuz in confusion.

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 May, with their highlights from the news in maritime and shipping, from the biggest stories to those that simply piqued their interest.

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Resilience and flexibility key to surviving disruption

Container peak season arrives early as freight rates skyrocket

UK seizes first dark fleet tanker in English Channel

Three civilian seafarers dead in US attack on Settebello

US - Iran deal: how quickly will the Strait of Hormuz reopen

MSC taking stake in Hapag-Lloyd dismissed as ‘fairy tale’

Ship recycling market faces shift from tonnage shortage to capacity crunch

Tanker hit in Hormuz, threat level raised

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This year’s IMO Day of the Seafarer comes at a time when the complex risks crew face daily has been highlighted by geopolitical tensions.

In this latest episode, Seatrade Maritime News’ Emma Howell is in conversation with Temi Bonnetier, Business Development Director of the Seafarers' Charity, an organisation on the frontline of seafarer welfare.

They discuss the charity's mission to support seafarers and their families, the challenges faced by the maritime community, and the importance of visibility and advocacy. Temi shares insights on the charity's initiatives, including funding projects that provide vital support to seafarers in crisis, and the significance of fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion within the industry.

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• Overview of the Seafarers' Charity
• Challenges faced by seafarers
• Importance of awareness and advocacy
• Initiatives to support seafarers in crisis
• Equity, diversity, and inclusion in the maritime industry
• How to get involved with the Seafarers' Charity

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In this special episode recorded at Posidonia 2026 in Greece, Arsenio Dominguez IMO Secretary General discussed the pivotal role of Greek ship owners in shaping global maritime regulations.

As Greece accounts for nearly a fifth of global tonnage, the episode explores their contributions to sustainability, safety, and the welfare of seafarers.

The conversation touches on the IMO's net-zero framework, the impact of geopolitical crises on seafarer safety, and the challenges of regulating emerging technologies in shipping.

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The role of Greek shipowners

Sustainability and investment in shipping

Decarbonisation and alternative fuels

Geopolitical crises and seafarer safety

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