To help people working from home during the Covid-19 crisis keep learning, stay entertained and up to date with the latest news and insights from the global shipping sector, Hanseaticsoft, a leading provider of maritime software has compiled a list of seven of the best podcasts focused on the maritime industry.

Podcasts are one of the best ways to keep a finger on the pulse of the industry. They provide valuable insights from some of the world’s most influential experts and introduce new ideas to the listener.

Unlike reading blogs and magazines or watching videos, listening to podcasts is more time-efficient: people can listen to them while doing other things at work or home.

Alexander Buchmann, Managing Director of Hanseaticsoft says, “Many people around the world are self-isolating, working from home or spending longer than planned on ships due to cancelled crew change-overs. As people slowly get used to this new way of working during the Covid-19 shutdown, listening to podcasts can be a great way to break up the day while learning something new, being inspired by industry experts and supporting professional growth.”

Here the Hanseaticsoft team recommend their favourite maritime industry podcasts:

Shipping Podcast by Lena Göthberg

Possibly the best-known podcast in the industry, Lena Göthberg has produced and hosted this interview-style show for about five years. Her show features different voices from the maritime sector. The podcast is downloaded over 6.000 times a month in more than 156 countries around the world.

Make sure to check out episode #35 recorded in 2016 with Kate D Adamson, blue futurist, and keynote speaker. She talks about topics like how to shift your mindset, learning, cybersecurity, drones, autonomous vehicles and 3D printing amongst other issues.

The Shipping Exchange

This show aims to explore the latest developments across the industry, bringing together expert panelists to challenge the world view and discuss the topics that matter most.

The Shipping Podcast by Lloyd’s List

A fast-paced podcast, providing short and digestible insights that focus on the latest news. It has great analysis and data for shipping businesses and professionals.

Let’s Talk Supply Chain by Sarah Barnes-Humphrey

Another conversation-style podcast: Sarah Barnes-Humphrey interviews top supply chain professionals in the industry. Listeners will learn about best practices, changes in the industry and hot topics surrounding the supply chain.

Inbound Logistics Podcast by Inbound Logistics Magazine

This podcast provides relevant news from the third-party logistics and supply chain management world, presented by the most influential thought leaders in the industry.

The Maritime History Podcast by Brandon Huebner

A chronological look at maritime history and its numerous facets. Beginning with ancient history, the podcast looks at trade, exploration, boat and ship-building, economics, as well as the relationship between the ocean and the development of society and culture throughout history.

Containers by Fusion

 Containers is an 8-part audio documentary about how global trade has transformed the economy and ourselves. Host and correspondent Alexis Madrigal leads the listener through the world of ships and sailors, technology and tugboats, warehouses and cranes. Containers provides an illuminating, in-depth, and quirky look at how capitalism works today.

All shows are available on all major podcasting platforms, including Apple iTunes, Google Podcasts, and Spotify or can be found on their websites as linked above.