The Maritime Risk Podcast

Episode 33 - Securing the Cyber Seas: Navigating Maritime Cybersecurity with Beacon Technologies' Rob Vazquez

In this episode of Shoreline's Maritime Risk Podcast, host Thomas Brown speaks with Rob Vazquez, CEO and founder of Beacon Technologies, about groundbreaking advancements in maritime cybersecurity. Rob shares insights into Beacon’s innovative tools—CyFax and Detect—designed to offer vessels a 360-degree defense against modern cyber threats. Learn how these cutting-edge solutions bring real-time threat intelligence and automated remediation to the maritime industry, making robust cybersecurity accessible to all. Tune in to discover the critical role of continuous attack simulations, adaptive threat intelligence, and proactive security measures to protect vessels from the ever-evolving cyber landscape.

Episode 32 - Unlock the Future of Shipboard Safety with AI!

In our latest episode of Shoreline’s Maritime Risk Podcast, we dive into how AI is revolutionizing the maritime industry. Join host Captain Thomas Brown as he chats with Osher Perry, CEO of Shipin Systems, about their groundbreaking AI platform, Fleet Vision. Discover how AI-powered video monitoring and data analytics are improving safety, reducing incidents by 40%, and boosting operational efficiency on vessels worldwide. Whether you’re curious about the tech or eager to explore its tangible impact on shipboard operations, this episode is a must-listen for all maritime professionals! Tune in now to learn how AI is shaping the future of shipping.

Episode 31 - Navigating the Carbon Economy: How Carbon Finance is Shaping the Future of Shipping

In this insightful episode of the Shoreline Maritime Risk Podcast, we dive into one of the most pressing topics facing the shipping industry today: carbon finance. As environmental regulations tighten and market expectations evolve, shipowners and industry stakeholders must navigate the complex landscape of carbon accounting, sustainable finance, and compliance reporting. Join Captain Thomas Brown and Darren Wolfberg, CEO of Triangle Systems Inc., as they explore how carbon finance is impacting the maritime sector. From practical strategies for reducing carbon footprints to understanding the financial implications of non-compliance, this episode is packed with valuable insights that can help shipowners turn regulatory challenges into competitive advantages. Whether you're in finance, shipping, or just interested in the future of maritime sustainability, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

Episode 30 - Excess Emissions Insurance (EEI) brought to you by AXA XL

As the maritime industry faces increasing pressure to reduce carbon emissions and align with global sustainability targets, AXA XL's EEI offers a unique insurance solution. Their new product is designed to cover the additional carbon emissions that result from fortuitous events like course deviations to a port of refuge or repairs, by providing indemnity in the form of voluntary carbon credits.

We will explore how this insurance product integrates with traditional marine insurance offerings, the process of calculating and verifying carbon credits, and the impact of regulatory changes on the demand for EEI. Hanna will also share insights into the challenges and future developments in the field of carbon offsetting within the shipping industry.

Episode 29 - : Managing ESG Compliance to your company’s advantage: A Crucial Guide for Shipping Executives

Welcome to the latest episode of Shoreline’s Maritime Risk Podcast, where we dive deep into the crucial issues facing the shipping industry today.

In this episode, we tackle the pressing topic of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) compliance and its growing significance in the maritime sector.

Our esteemed guests, Anne Katrine Bjerregaard from the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping and Peter Jameson from The Boston Consulting Group , bring their extensive expertise to the table.

They discuss the newly developed ESG Playbook for Shipping, offering invaluable insights into integrating ESG strategies, navigating regulatory pressures, and leveraging technological innovations.

Tune in to learn how embracing ESG can not only enhance transparency and sustainability but also drive economic value and operational efficiency for your shipping business.

Episode 28 - Shoreline's MDCI Client Protection Scheme – What does it mean for ship owners and operators?

In this episode of Shoreline’s Maritime Risk Podcast, we delve into Shoreline’s newly launched MDCI Client Protection Scheme. In this episode, Shoreline’s P&I Consultant Simon Swallow puts the questions to Shoreline’s CEO Captain Thomas Brown.

Together, they discuss the intricacies of MDCI, its key benefits, how to opt-in to the MDCI Client Protection Scheme, and real-life claims scenarios that highlight the critical importance of MDCI in today's U.S. regulatory environment.

Whether you're a vessel operator or simply interested in maritime insurance and compliance, this episode delivers valuable insights and practical advice on safeguarding your operations against unexpected operational costs and legal challenges and expenses in the U.S..

So, tune in to uncover how Shoreline's MDCI Client Protection Scheme is safeguarding the financial interests of ship owners trading their vessels to U.S. ports in the post Dali era of increased PSC scrutiny.

Episode 27 - Reflections on a life will spent in P&I with Simon Swallow

Join us for our latest episode of the Shoreline Maritime Risk Podcast as we sit down with Simon Swallow, our newest consultant and seasoned P&I insurance veteran. With over three decades of experience, Simon delves into the transformative journey of the P&I insurance industry, discussing key changes, technological advancements, and the future of P&I insurance and risk management. This insightful conversation sheds light on the intricacies of P&I insurance and the pivotal role of P&I clubs in the global maritime industry.

Episode 26 - The Rising Threat of Drone Attacks at Sea

In this urgent episode, we confront the alarming rise of drone attacks in crucial shipping lanes. Experts from Reperion join us to dissect the challenges faced by seafarers in the Red Sea and beyond. Discover innovative strategies to shield ships from these airborne hazards and delve into the future of maritime safety amidst growing geopolitical strife and technological warfare at sea.

 

Guests: 

 

Andrew Sallay

Mr Sallay is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Reperion. He is an entrepreneur who has founded and headed up companies and projects in Asia for over 15 years across B2B enterprise services, Offshore Oil & Gas Services, and Maritime Transport. Most recently, he has worked with several technology start-ups and ventures raising in excess of US$20 million. He gained an MBA from the University of Chicago and his BA from Swarthmore College, USA.

 

Jessie Hamill-Stewart

Jessie is a Senior Writer at Reperion, for whom she has written articles relating to maritime cybersecurity, published in The Maritime Executive and Hellenic Shipping News. She is also a Cyber Security (TIPS-at-Scale) CDT (PhD) candidate at University of Bath and University of Bristol, where she researches cyber attacks against space infrastructure. She enjoys public advocacy and has taught undergraduate International Relations seminars.

 

https://reperion.io/

Episode 25 - With Professor Stephen McCombie about his Maritime Cyber-Attack Database (MCAD), Honey Traps and Fake Ships

🎙️ Dive into the intriguing world of maritime cyber security with our latest Maritime Risk Podcast episode! Join us as we welcome Professor Stephen McCombie, an esteemed expert with a rich tapestry of experience spanning policing, academia, and the frontlines of cybercrime and digital forensics.

In this captivating conversation, Stephen unveils the hidden depths of maritime cyber threats, sharing insights from his groundbreaking research and the development of the Maritime Cyber-Attack Database (MCAD).

Discover the shocking realities of cyber-attacks on the high seas today, from NATO ship location spoofing to ransomware incidents that have rocked the maritime industry.

Whether you're a cyber security aficionado, maritime enthusiast, or simply curious about maritime cyber threats, this episode is a must-listen.

Tune in to Episode 25 of Shoreline’s Maritime Risk Podcast and embark on a voyage into the digital unknown – it's an episode you won't want to miss! 🚢💻

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Special Edition - Episode 3 - Caught in the Eye of the Regulatory Storm

The episode rounds off our short series of educational podcasts which have been recorded to provide our listeners with a deeper understanding of our new MDCI product.

In this the final episode we learn from the lifelong professional experience of George Chalos when defending shipowners and their crews before the U.S. courts and speaks to the value of the legal services we have embedded within the MDCI policy.

Our listeners are walked through a typical claim scenario and will be left in no doubt why it is important for shipowners and their crews to have recourse to the right help and advice when subject to the rigors an expanded USCG PSC MARPOL investigation in the U.S.