Best Cargo Facts Podcasts (2025)

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Freeze tariffs, not trade, AfA’s Fried says 25:00

11d ago25:00

25:00

U.S. tariffs against other countries and the elimination of de minimis exceptions are the greatest concerns for the freight forwarder community right now, according to Airforwarders Association Executive Director Brandon Fried. “We need to freeze tariffs, not freeze trade,” Fried said at CNS Partnership Conference 2025 in Miami last week. The U.S. …

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BBN Turkey keen to expand into widebody freighters 22:26

25d ago22:26

22:26

BBN Airlines will soon become the newest widebody-freighter operator in Turkey when it starts flying the first Mammoth Freighters 777-300ERMF conversion. The carrier ventured into the freighter market in 2023, shortly after it got its AOC, with an A321-200P2F (2005, ex-Red Wings) on lease from BBAM and leased another (1094, ex-Aer Lingus) toward th…

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Astral’s Gadhia to share optimism at Cargo Facts EMEA 10:17

1M ago10:17

10:17

Despite increasing restrictions on global trade and the potential effect on the market, Astral Aviation founder and Chief Executive Sanjeev Gadhia believes new opportunities will emerge in Europe, the Middle East and Africa amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Gadhia will join a panel discussion on the growing narrowbody freighter demand at Cargo Fa…

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Astral preps for widebody growth 12:03

2M ago12:03

12:03

Astral Aviation is kicking off the next phase of its fleet expansion with the imminent arrival of its first 767-300 freighter. With two more 767s potentially following in 2025, Astral has obtained its own aircraft maintenance organization certification and will soon conduct its own C check on its 767-200BDSF for the first time. “In the past, we’ve …

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Skyway Airlines plans further growth after 1st international flight 24:03

2M ago24:03

24:03

New Philippines-based carrier Skyway Airlines hopes to expand its fleet and network after stretching its wings with its first international flight earlier this month. Skyway obtained its AOC in July 2024 after leasing a 1998-vintage 737-400BDSF (29208) from AerCap. It is the first 737-400 freighter operator in the Philippines and intends to add mor…

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123Carbon on importance of accurate SAF data collection 16:22

3M ago16:22

16:22

IATA and carbon-inset platform 123Carbon are developing interoperability between their sustainable aviation fuel registries to increase transparency, avoid emissions reporting errors and streamline certificate management. The IATA SAF Registry, scheduled to launch in April, aims to help create a global SAF market, IATA stated in January. The regist…

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Hanwha Aviation explores freighter growth opportunities 19:27

3M ago19:27

19:27

New lessor Hanwha Aviation is exploring adding freighters to its portfolio as part of its growth strategy. Hanwha Aviation, a subsidiary of South Korea-based conglomerate Hanwha Group, launched in May 2024 and appointed Laura Ivaskaite as vice president of commercial and investments in September. Ivaskaite joined Hanwha after almost four years look…

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Azul steps into next-gen era with A321P2F launch 21:30

4M ago21:30

21:30

Azul will become the second carrier based in Brazil — and all of Latin America — to operate an A321 freighter when it launches scheduled commercial flights this weekend. The airline plans to put its two A321-200P2Fs into service on Feb. 15, it announced last week. The two 2006-vintage, V2500-powered freighters (2741 and 2759), which Azul has leased…

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Vaayu Group finds niche in A320P2F 18:26

4M ago18:26

18:26

Vaayu Group is capitalizing on the capabilities of the A320P2F to develop its cargo business. The group’s own airline, Fly Vaayu, obtained its AOC in October 2024 and is flying the Middle East’s first A320 freighter around the region as well as to India and Vietnam. “We’ve been really pleasantly surprised,” Vaayu Group Chief Executive Vijay Arumbak…

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SolitAir to expand with own narrowbody freighter fleet 16:16

5M ago16:16

16:16

SolitAir plans to take delivery soon of its first dry-leased 737-800 freighter to grow its narrowbody operations after it receives its United Arab Emirates AOC. SolitAir’s own freighter will add to three ACMI 737-800BCFs operated by ASL Airlines Ireland. “The 730-800 was the best of its class to do the work that I’m looking for,” SolitAir Chairman …

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Dedrone targets illegal drone flights 21:09

5M ago21:09

21:09

The FAA imposed additional flight restrictions over parts of New Jersey and New York last month in response to increased reports of unauthorized drones. But merely telling drone operators that they cannot fly in certain airspace does not solve the problem, as these restrictions lack enforcement. This is where San Francisco-based Dedrone comes in. A…

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Texel Air to continue fleet growth in 2025 21:39

5M ago21:39

21:39

Chisholm Enterprises will proceed with its plans to grow its fleet of 737-800BCFs in 2025 after hitting several important milestones in 2024 with its two airlines, Bahrain-based Texel Air and New Zealand-based Texel Air Australasia. While Texel Air Australasia obtained its AOC in 2023, Texel Air in September celebrated its 10th year of operations. …

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Season 2, Episode 10: Banking's Role in Maritime Sustainability with Michael Parker and Paul Taylor 39:16

6M ago39:16

39:16

Banks play a pivotal role in advancing the green transition within the shipping industry. But how can these two critical sectors collaborate more effectively and foster greater transparency? In this episode, Lora Jakobsen, Chief Sustainability Officer at ZeroNorth, engages in a compelling discussion with Michael Parker, Global Head of Shipping at C…

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RwandAir sees growing demand for dedicated freighters 16:02

6M ago16:02

16:02

RwandAir continues to see growing demand for dedicated freighter operations after taking delivery of its first 737-800SF two years ago. \The 2007-vintage unit 35131 (ex-TUI Airways) joined the RwandAir fleet in November 2022 on lease from Merx Aviation, marking the airline’s entry into the freighter segment. RwandAir has used the 737-800SF on route…

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Season 2, Episode 9: Insights & Outlook for the Economy and Global Trade with James Pomeroy 38:06

6M ago38:06

38:06

The outlook for the global economy remains both mixed and uncertain. Amid this complexity, which long-term trends are poised to shape the future of global trade? In this episode, Lora Jakobsen, Chief Sustainability Officer at ZeroNorth, is joined by James Pomeroy, a Global Economist at HSBC with expertise in long-term economic trends. James special…

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Season 2, Episode 8: Pragmatism as a Strategy in the Energy Transition with Mikael Skov 28:02

7M ago28:02

28:02

Tanker markets are highly influenced by geopolitical upheaval and macro-economic trends. In such a volatile environment, how can companies meet current demands, while staying on track advancing the energy transition? In this episode, Lora Jakobsen, Chief Sustainability Officer at ZeroNorth, sits down with Mikael Skov, CEO of Hafnia, one of the worl…

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Crestone strengthens freighter, engine footprint 17:03

7M ago17:03

17:03

Crestone Air Partners plans to continue enlarging its presence in the freighter and engine markets. The Denver-based lessor has grown its portfolio to about $500 million in assets under management since becoming an independent subsidiary of Air T in July 2022. That portfolio includes freighter and passenger aircraft and engines as well as landing g…

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ATSG’s Berger bullish on expansion strategy 17:39

7M ago17:39

17:39

ATSG Chief Executive Mike Berger is looking forward to receiving the group’s first A330P2F even as demand for 767 freighters remains solid. Over the past year, carriers in countries including Georgia and Uzbekistan have entered the medium-widebody market and grown using 767s from ATSG’s leasing arm, CAM. “The thing that we’re very keenly aware of i…

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Lessors navigate narrowbody freighter market challenges 15:34

7M ago15:34

15:34

Prolonged strong demand from the passenger segment for narrowbody aircraft and engines is still creating a challenging freighter leasing market, especially on 737-800s, speakers on a panel agreed at Cargo Facts Symposium 2024 in San Diego last week. The panel on freighter aircraft and engine leasing, moderated by Mylene Scholnick, senior manager an…

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Season 2, Episode 7: European Parliament and The Green Transition with Rasmus Nordqvist 25:23

8M ago25:23

25:23

A pragmatic, collaborative approach to politics – one that fosters cooperation between political parties, committees, and the private sector – can drive meaningful change. In this episode, Lora Jakobsen, Chief Sustainability Officer at ZeroNorth, sits down with Rasmus Nordqvist, a newly elected member of the European Parliament for the Danish Socia…

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TAAG Angola eager to grow with African cargo market 16:05

8M ago16:05

16:05

TAAG Angola Airlines is keen to capitalize on the potential of the African market to grow its cargo business, having brought on an industry veteran and introduced its first 737NG freighter into operation less than a year ago. TAAG took delivery of a 2003-vintage 737-800BCF (33552, ex-Ryanair) on lease from BBAM in September 2023, but had not yet pu…

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Revisited: Transitioning to Future Fuels with the GCMD’s Lynn Loo 28:08

9M ago28:08

28:08

Green fuels have the potential to move the dial on reaching zero emissions. However, the complex nature of overhauling fuel supply chains and a lack of infrastructure present a barrier for the shipping industry. It's essential that collaboration amongst stakeholders is expanded and made more transparent if we are going to continue to trial and roll…

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Pascan Aviation enters freighter market with Saab 340BF 19:13

9M ago19:13

19:13

Canadian regional carrier Pascan Aviation will soon become the first Saab 340B freighter operator in the country after recently entering the dedicated cargo segment. Pascan began a fleet changeover to passenger Saab 340Bs during the pandemic and has carried cargo on its passenger flights since operations began in 1999. Only recently did it give ser…

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Season 2, Episode 5: Building a Sustainable Business Case with Pia Heidenmark Cook 30:54

9M ago30:54

30:54

Convincing senior leadership of the importance of sustainability can be challenging. However, it is possible to build a strong business case for its adoption. In this episode, Lora Jakobsen, Chief Purpose Activist at ZeroNorth, sits down with Pia Heidenmark Cook, an ESG and sustainability leader with over 25 years of experience across various globa…

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Aeros dirigible platforms to serve as aerial drone hubs 11:54

9M ago11:54

11:54

Airship manufacturer Aeros plans to launch two multi-role airships to deliver large payloads globally while serving as aerial hubs for cargo drones. The smaller of the two airships, the Aeroscraft ML866, can carry up to 66 tonnes of payload up to 3,100 miles, while the larger ML868 is expected to carry up to 250 tonnes over a range of 6,200 miles, …

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Season 2, Episode 4: Dual-Fuel Engines and the Green Transition with Bjarne Foldager 24:14

10M ago24:14

24:14

Global trade has not yet reached a consensus on green fuels. However, dual-fuel engines represent a step in the right direction, enabling incremental progress as further research is conducted. In this episode, Lora Jakobsen, Chief Purpose Activist at ZeroNorth sits down with Bjarne Foldager, Senior Vice President and Head Of Two-Stroke Business at …

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De Havilland’s bulk and LCD Dash 8 freighters to come in 2025 13:33

10M ago13:33

13:33

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada is progressing past the engineering phase for its bulk and large-cargo-door conversions for the Dash 8-400, and plans to certify the programs in 2025. The two new products build on De Havilland’s Dash 8-400 Quick Change conversion, for which it recently obtained Transport Canada certification. “We feel that there’s s…

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Season 2, Episode 3: Planetary Commons with Professor Katherine Richardson 28:00

10M ago28:00

28:00

The intersections of global trade, policy, and ecological limits are discussed by Katherine Richardson, a professor of Biological Oceanography, leader of the Sustainability Science Centre at Copenhagen University and former chairman of the Danish Climate Commission. She delves into the concept of planetary boundaries and planetary commons, highligh…

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AeroUnion, Avianca on freighter fleet upgrade 21:08

10M ago21:08

21:08

AeroUnion in June started flying its first A330-300P2F as part of a fleet renewal and collaboration strategy between it and Avianca Cargo. AeroUnion has based the 2006-vintage unit 791 (ex-SmartLynx) in Mexico City (NLU) for flights within Mexico and to Colombia and the United States, including some on an ACMI basis for the Colombia-based Avianca C…

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Season 2, Episode 2: Container Shipping and the Green Agenda with Vespucci Maritime’s Lars Jensen 32:03

11M ago32:03

32:03

The container shipping industry faces unique challenges in transitioning to greener practices. External factors have driven a period of rapid growth and profit since the late 20th century. However, major disruptions such as the 2008 financial crisis, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the 2024 Red Sea Crisis have significantly impacted the industry. Amid t…

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ATSG leadership on group’s new direction 17:34

11M ago17:34

17:34

ATSG is bullish about its growth strategy after a series of changes that culminated with Chief Executive Mike Berger’s appointment June 4. As part of the leadership change, Jeffrey Dominick became ATSG’s president June 4 after more than seven years as a board member, bringing his Wall Street background to the role. Dominick’s goal for 2024 is to he…

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Season 2, Episode 1: Efficiency and The Green Transition with the UCL Energy Institute’s Tristan Smith 31:30

11M ago31:30

31:30

To comply with increasingly stringent regulations, the shipping industry must evolve in two ways: by transitioning to greener energy sources and continually optimising for efficiency. Bold change is needed to reach the IMO’s 2030 and 2040 targets - should we be optimistic that the industry is ready to meet them? In this episode, Lora Jakobsen, Chie…

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Special Episode - Corporate Voices: Political Strategies for Climate Success 50:14

11M ago50:14

50:14

In this special episode of Navigating Zero, host Lora Jakobsen takes us to Folkemødet on the beautiful island of Bornholm, Denmark. This unique annual political festival aims to bridge the gap between citizens and decision-makers. Lora engages in compelling conversations with top business leaders and industry experts about their strategies and chal…

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Modern Logistics’ Koga at Cargo Facts LATAM 2024 13:32

1y ago13:32

13:32

Brazil added its second 737NG freighter operator this year when Modern Logistics began flying the type, even as some of the country’s other carriers take on more Classics. Modern Logistics is undergoing a transformation to grow its presence in the logistics industry. “Part of this investment plan was to bring new aircraft,” Chief Executive Cristian…

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Hamden Aviation discusses LatAm’s freighter appetite 12:44

1y ago12:44

12:44

Hamden Aviation is focusing on Latin America as it looks to grow its presence in the freighter segment. The Hamden, Conn.-based lessor began supporting the industry by providing CFM56-3C1 engines to cargo operators with 737 Classics. “It was just sort of an organic entry [into the freighter space] from the -3C1 market, then working with Classics, t…

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Singapore Airlines’ Tan at Cargo Facts Asia 2024 16:35

1y ago16:35

16:35

Singapore Airlines is preparing for the arrival of its first A350F as it continues to manage the hurdles challenging the freighter market. The airline will gradually retire its 747-400Fs as Airbus starts delivering its new large-widebody in 2026, but no estimate has been given for when the transition will be complete. “It’s really a lot of work, an…

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Airbus’ Hamilton on A350F, plus CFA 2024 preview 22:07

1y ago22:07

22:07

Airbus is making steady progress in the industrialization phase of its new A350F program as components come together and test rigs take shape. “We’re sorting through and finalizing the processes for assembly ready for next year, into final assembly and then first flight,” Airbus Head of Freighter Marketing Crawford Hamilton tells Cargo Facts in thi…

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Episode 10: Ship Building and Policy Changes with SEA Europe’s Christophe Tytgat 31:18

1y ago31:18

31:18

Shipbuilding is subject to the geo-political contexts, trends, and regulations that influence the wider maritime industry. The conflict in Ukraine, competition from Asia, digitalisation, and the maritime talent gap are all affecting how shipbuilders operate. Despite these challenges, ship manufacturers have a practical opportunity to lead the way i…

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Emirates’ Nadeem Sultan on cargo growth 16:41

1y ago16:41

16:41

Dubai-based Emirates is due to start taking delivery of some of its five new 777Fs this year as part of a 2022 order with Boeing. The carrier has returned four 777Fs to lessor DAE Capital over the past five years but also added two new units in May and June 2023, bringing its fleet back to eleven 777Fs. Further growth is on the way, with Emirates p…

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Episode 9: The Digital Port Revolution with the Port of Rotterdam’s Saskia Mureau 29:25

1y ago29:25

29:25

It's hard to underestimate the importance of ports in our world. They are crucial hubs for global trade, with an estimated 90% of all goods transported by sea. Serving as vital links between land and sea, ports offer unique opportunities for spearheading digital and environmental innovations. This pivotal role underscores their potential to lead in…

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Haite’s Chin on strategic growth, freighter conversions 7:26

1y ago7:26

7:26

ST Engineering last week took redelivery of the first EFW A321-200P2F conversion to be carried out at the Haite Tianjin facility. Freighter conversions are not new to Haite Tianjin, but the company plans to increase its activity in the segment. “This business is a very strategic decision because we need to have a mixture of work and the type of wor…

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Episode 8: Acting for Future Generations with former Generations Commissioner Sophie Howe 21:40

1+ y ago21:40

21:40

A view that takes the needs of future generations into account is critical if we are to change our world for the better. But how can we push boundaries, and make different decisions today that benefit the lives of our children and grandchildren tomorrow? In this episode, Sophie Howe, former Future Generations Commissioner for the Welsh Government, …

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7Air Cargo prepares for launch 10:59

1+ y ago10:59

10:59

The United States will soon get a new freighter operator when Miami-based 7Air Cargo gains certification. The startup airline has agreed to lease two 2006-vintage 737-800SFs from Aircastle as its first freighters. The first of those (34799, ex-SpiceJet) finished receiving its new paint job in Goodyear, Ariz., (GYR) this week. 7Air Cargo expects to …

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Episode 7. Technology’s Critical Role in Reaching Zero Emissions with ZeroNorth’s CEO Søren Meyer 21:41

1+ y ago21:41

21:41

Technology plays a critical role in the green transition. In the past, the complexity of the shipping industry – including the diversity of the global fleet, infrastructure constraints, and the economic impact of ‘going green’ – has prevented mass adoption of technological innovation. However, a recent wave of accelerated technological advancements…

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Backbone Freighter Leasing on 777 conversions 9:06

1+ y ago9:06

9:06

Beatrice Peters and David Thimm, vice presidents of new business at Backbone Freighter Leasing, part of the Dr. Peters Group, joined Cargo Facts Editor Jeff Lee live from Cargo Facts EMEA 2024 in Amsterdam earlier this week. Germany-based Backbone Freighter Leasing is the launch customer of the Kansas Modification Center 777-300ERCF conversion prog…

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Episode 6: Charting Sustainable Paths for Global Goods Transportation with A.P. Møller Holding’s Robert Mærsk Uggla 24:10

1+ y ago24:10

24:10

In an era where our planet’s resources are increasingly stretched thin, finding sustainable methods for the global transportation of goods becomes imperative. This challenge calls for innovative solutions to redefine the global supply chain to be both resilient and in harmony with environmental sustainability, ensuring that future generations inher…

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Camex, Texel, Avensis, Challenge preview CF EMEA 2024 7:18

1+ y ago7:18

7:18

The freighter aircraft industry will gather Feb. 5-7 in Amsterdam for Cargo Facts EMEA 2024 to discuss the latest developments in the space. Ahead of the event, several industry leaders join this week’s episode of the “Cargo Facts Connect” podcast. Joining Cargo Facts Editor Jeff Lee on the podcast are: George Seturidze, chief executive of Camex Ai…

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Episode 5: Bold Leadership with Lord John Browne, Chairman of BeyondNetZero and Former CEO of BP 30:32

1+ y ago30:32

30:32

What does it mean to lead boldly? It can involve making unpopular decisions to chart a new way forward. In our industry, it can translate to putting planet hand in hand with profit or finding innovative ways to put sustainability at the heart of strategy. It can also mean being able to see where today’s trends might lead us tomorrow. In this episod…

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Modern Logistics’ Koga on international expansion 15:27

1+ y ago15:27

15:27

Brazil-based Modern Logistics will soon deploy its first 737-800BCF to help grow the company’s international presence. The 2004-vintage aircraft (33566, ex-Ryanair) arrived in October and has been undergoing certification with the Brazilian Civil Aviation Authority. “We are in the final process with the regulator, and if everything goes well in the…

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Episode 4: Data-Driven Digital Transformation with Google’s Danny Lange 25:37

1+ y ago25:37

25:37

Maritime Shipping continues to struggle with its data-driven digital transformation, perhaps due to the fact the global trade industry has many different regional capabilities, needs, mindsets, and conflicting incentives. These complexities may be why the shipping industry has been slow to adopt technology and reap the benefits of machine learning …

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