In this episode recorded at Posidonia 2026 you’ll hear from Julian Bulan with Bureau Veritas about the shipping industry's challenge of greenhouse gas reduction.

In conversation with Seatrade Maritime News’ Emma Howell he explains how Bureau Veritas supports ship owners in navigating regulatory frameworks, ensuring compliance, and improving data accuracy for emissions reporting.

The episode also delves the importance of innovation, technology, and the evolving role of data in driving sustainability within maritime operations.

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• Bureau Veritas and GHG reduction
• Regulatory developments
• The verifier role in emissions data
• Ensuring data accuracy
• Addressing conflicting requirements
• Cybersecurity and data management
• LNG as a marine fuel
• Preparing for future GHG rules

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Shipping has faced multiple geopolitical shocks in the first half of 2026 so where are markets headed in the remainder of the year?

In this episode, we take a comprehensive look at the shipping markets as we head into the second half of 2026.

Join Marcus Hand and the experts from Maritime Strategies International (MSI), including Adam Kent, Daniel Richards, Will Fray, and Tim Smith, as they analyse the current state and future outlook for container shipping, dry bulk shipping, tankers, and shipbuilding.

Looking back on the first half of the year Adam Kent, Managing Director of MSI comments, “We didn't think that the world is shipping to get any more complex. I think 2026 has certainly shown us otherwise. Up, until year to date, the industry has once more been confronted with more geopolitical shocks and a playbook that seemed to change almost on a daily basis.”

While shipping has been rocked events such as the US – Iran war and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz markets have benefited from disruption, and while the likes of large tankers are witnessing extreme volatility the overall earnings picture across the major sectors of shipping has been extremely positive.

Starting out with a broad macro-economic overview of shipping markets the team from MSI take the listener through specific major sectors, what has happened so far in 2026 and what lies ahead for the remainder of the year and beyond.

You’ll hear about the:

• Container shipping market overview with Daniel Richards
• Dry bulk market analysis with Will Fray
• Tanker market insights with Tim Smith
• Newbuilding and shipbuilding market overview with Adam Kent

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In a five-part series mid-year we take stock of shipping markets in the first six months of the year and look ahead to the remainder of the 2026 with experts Maritime Strategies International (MSI).

In this third part the Seatrade Maritime Podcast talks with Will Fray, a Director with MSI about the performance and outlook for the dry bulk shipping market.

Overview of the dry bulk market

Factors behind rising secondhand values

Geopolitical impacts on dry bulk trade

Demand outlook for the second half of 2026

Supply side analysis and fleet growth

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In this episode, we sit down with Quintin V. Kneen, the President and CEO of Tidewater.

In Conversation with Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News, Quintin discusses Tidewater’s recent acquisition of Wilson Sons Ultra Tug in Brazil, the current state of the offshore support vessel market, and the importance of staying connected with their crew.

As Tidewater celebrates its 70th anniversary, Quintin shares insights on market trends, the significance of Brazilian-built vessels, and the company's approach to mergers and acquisitions.

The conversation covers:

• Acquisition of Wilson Sons Ultratug Offshore
• Special privileges of Brazilian-built vessels
• Future M&A opportunities
• Tidewater's 70th anniversary celebrations
• The current state of the offshore market

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Iranian attacks on commercial shipping have been on the increase in the Strait of Hormuz and the wider Gulf region.

There was a lull in attacks in June during the short-lived US – Iran MoU, but numbers have risen significantly since then through July, August and into September.

Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News discusses trends in Iranian attack on shipping with Noam Rayden a Senior Research Fellow at the Washington Institute of Near East Policy.

In this Maritime Crossroads episode, we try to answer a central question: Around six months into the Iran war, how have Iranian attacks against commercial shipping evolved, where are they concentrated now, and what could lie ahead?

The conversation covers:

• Overview of Attacks (June - August)
• Detailed analysis of attacks in August
• Iran’s shift in targeting strategy
• The impact of US Naval presence and blockade
• Future implications for maritime security in the Middle East

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In this episode ahead of Seatrade Maritime Crew Connect Global 2026 we turn the spotlight on seafarer welfare.

Marcus Hand from Seatrade Maritime News, engages Erikkos Andreakos from MarTrust and Simon Grainge from ISWAN in a compelling conversation about their partnership aimed at improving crew welfare for seafarers.

Discover how MarTrust, as a dedicated payment provider for the industry, is addressing the financial challenges faced by seafarers, and learn about the innovative Power BI Dashboard developed with ISWAN and designed to gather insights into their welfare needs.

This episode highlights the critical intersection of finance and mental health in the maritime industry and sets the stage for future developments in seafarer support.

The conversation covers:

• The Importance of financial security for seafarers
• MarTrust’s Partnership with ISWAN
• The role of data in seafarer welfare
• Insights from the Power BI Dashboard
• Future directions for the partnership

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In this episode, Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News, engages with Captain Somasundar Nair and Captain Abhishek Sinha from Fleet Management to discuss the future of crewing in the maritime industry.

The conversation explores the future of maritime talent, the enduring importance of the Philippines to the global seafaring workforce, and the role that training, leadership development and crew wellbeing play in supporting safe, reliable and efficient operations.

Captain Soma and Captain Abhishek share insights on the significance of leadership, crew wellbeing, and the interconnectedness of performance and safety culture. They emphasize the need for continuous learning and investment in training to ensure that the next generation of maritime leaders is equipped to handle the complexities of modern shipping.

Key topics discussed include:

• The evolving landscape of seafaring and crew requirements
• Strategies for attracting and retaining young talent in the industry
• The pivotal role of Filipino seafarers in global maritime operations
• Investments in training facilities and career development programs
• The importance of family support in seafarer welfare
• Building a strong safety culture through trust and accountability

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In this episode, Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Trade Maritime News, interviews Stuart Ostrow, Founder and President of ShipMoney, a maritime fintech company that provides innovative E-Wallet and payroll services for seafarers.

The discussion covers the complexities of banking and personal finance for those working far from home on the world’s oceans, the challenges of remitting payments across borders, and the unique solutions ShipMoney offers to streamline these processes.

Stuart shares insights into the regulatory landscape, the importance of communication technology, and the company's future plans for expansion.

Listeners will also hear about ShipMoney’s upcoming fundraising for Sailors’ Society where Stuart will be hiking to Everest base camp. Please follow this link if you would like to make a donation https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/sailors-society-everest-shipmoney

The conversation covers:

• The need for maritime-specific payment solutions
• Challenges in remitting payments
• The importance of people in the business
• Handling exceptions in crew payments
• Technological advancements in communication
• Cybersecurity measures
• Fundraising trek for Sailors’ Society
• Future plans for ShipMoney

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