The IMO has set ambitious decarbonization targets for the shipping industry and aims to reduce vessels’ carbon emissions per transport work by at least 40% by 2030. During MEPC77 which took place virtually end of November 2021, short- and medium-term measures were discussed, as well as some key topics such as air pollution, ballast water management, plastic litters, and more. In this episode, you will hear a conversation between your host Alix Valenti (Maritime Security Consultant) and two experts : Dr John Kokarakis, Technical Director, Hellenic, Black Sea & Adriatic Zone, at BV Marine & Offshore, who was one of BV’s MEPC77 delegates; and Vassilios Dimoulas, Technology & Innovation Manager, Greece Cyprus & Malta, at BV M&O.“Shapping a Better Maritime world” is a podcast produced by Calliopé Agency.  Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

This November, the COP26 gathered representatives from more than 190 countries in Glasgow to envision concrete and immediate solutions that would limit global warming to the Paris Agreement 1.5°C target. The largest industries were represented and maritime transport was no exception: Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore' delegation was there to discuss the steps towards decarbonizing the maritime industry. In this episode, you'll hear Dr Alix Valenti, Maritime Security Expert, interviewing Nick Brown, Brand & Communication Director at BV Marine & Offshore, on his experience of COP26 and his key takeaways for the shipping industry.  Tune in and discover BV's key takeaways!“Shapping a Better Maritime world” is a podcast produced by Calliopé Agency.  Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

New technologies have entered our daily lives at superfast speed and have disrupted all industries, including the maritime sector.  The shipping industry has adapted to technical innovations and industrial revolutions over the centuries, it is currently experiencing a real turning point, which has been initiated in recent years by the digitization of the marine and offshore industries.    In this episode, you will hear a BV expert who is integrating these new digital tools as a new asset to boost the industry and bring the maritime world into a new era: the digital world.   Let’s explore remote inspection techniques in the maritime sector.     -- By Damien Thiery – Offshore Support and New Technologies Manager – Fleet Management, Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore“Shapping a Better Maritime world” is a podcast produced by Calliopé Agency.  Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Ecological transition is one of the major challenges of the 21st century, disrupting all of our systems. As the shipping industry searches for innovative ways to reduce its environmental impact, wind-assisted propulsion is emerging as a surprising but powerful contender. This reduces ships’ reliance on conventional propulsion, limiting harmful emissions and minimizing their environmental footprint.  In this episode, you will hear a BV expert who sees the wind propulsion technology as a great opportunity to participate in this global movement to meet the environmental and maritime challenges of tomorrow.   Listen now to this podcast on wind assisted-propulsion. - By Aude Leblanc, Technology Leader – Sustainable Shipping, Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore“Shapping a Better Maritime world” is a podcast produced by Calliopé Agency.  Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

The Internet has upset our way of life, modifying our behaviors, our way of communicating, of consuming, of thinking. It has changed the various systems and organization of companies, whatever their sector. Our computer’s private data is stored on servers, clouds; but is that as secure as we might think? The danger is new and it acts in the shadows today. In this episode, you will hear a BV expert who helps implementing cyber risk management in the maritime industry and promotes best practices to protect oneself from cyber security incidents and hacking. Let’s explore cybersecurity. - By Philippe Vaquer - Cyber Operations Manager“Shapping a Better Maritime world” is a podcast produced by Calliopé Agency.  Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

With climate change being the primary challenge of our era, the demand for a sustainable, affordable and reliable energy supply continues to rise. But the fact is that the reality of today's energy system still depends on fossil fuels. Regulators, businesses and citizen groups are increasingly calling for a swift energy transition. What will be used in tomorrow's energy transition? And what if the solution came from offshore wind technology? In this episode, you will hear a BV expert who is thinking about tomorrow, who supports the key players in the energy transition on a daily basis. Let’s explore the floating wind industry. - By Jonathan Boutrot - Gas & Renewables Manager“Shapping a Better Maritime world” is a podcast produced by Calliopé Agency.  Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.