Explore every episode of the podcast Waves Podcast Series
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| From bean to cup: Navigating the global coffee supply chain | 08 Sep 2025 | 00:20:36 | |
This episode of Waves Podcast Series delves into the world of coffee, discussing its production, types (arabica and robusta), and the countries that dominate its export. The conversation covers the sensitive nature of coffee crops to climate conditions, the impact of geopolitical events such as tariffs, and the risks associated with transportation and storage. | |||
| From minerals to mobiles: The complete journey of your smartphone | 02 Apr 2025 | 00:30:18 | |
We delve into the life cycle of everyday items, focusing this episode on smartphones. The discussion covers the components of smartphones, their supply chains, the impact of geopolitical events and the risks associated during transportation and storage. | |||
| Navigating the 2025 P&I Renewal: Insights and key takeaways | 02 Apr 2025 | 00:26:57 | |
This episode delves into the 2025 P&I renewal, a process marked by contention and the resurgence of pool claims in 2024-2025, leading to a tougher negotiation despite the market's strong performance in 2023-2024. | |||
| Hazardous materials and mis-declared cargoes: The risks and potential impact for ports and terminals | 02 Apr 2025 | 00:21:46 | |
Recently, the marine industry's spotlight has been drawn to the critical issue of mis-declared cargoes following an explosion at the Chinese port of Ningbo, Zhoushan. This incident, potentially linked to improperly stored hazardous materials like lithium-ion batteries and parabens, serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for enhanced safety measures. | |||