Global trade moves 90% of the world’s goods, connecting economies, industries, and people across the globe. But beneath this vast network lies a system strained by inefficiencies, geopolitical tensions, and growing climate risks. The seas may be timeless, but the methods we’ve used to navigate them are overdue for change. Traditional maritime operations are reactive by nature—responding to problems only after they arise. A delayed shipment here, a weather disruption there, an

At times people call me old school. I like listening to Mohammed Rafi when I’m driving or hanging out with my buddies. But when it comes to maritime innovation, I believe in staying ahead of the curve. That’s one place where being old school can prove costly. Suppose you’re steering a ship with a dozen different maps, each showing only part of the route. One map points out shallow waters, another shows weather patterns, and yet another tracks nearby vessels. Now imagine tr

You know what I often think? What if the very supply chains that power your business could collapse tomorrow? It’s a question that has...

I remember vividly the global attention the X-Press Pearl disaster garnered. As I watched the unfolding environmental and economic...

Time, tide, and the world stood still. And watched. Because there was nothing to do. All that could’ve been done, should’ve been done...

Old is gold? If human history has taught us anything it’s that we evolve at breakneck speeds, but we also cling desperately to old ways....

The vastness of the sea is only equaled by its myths and mysteries. Thousands of feet below the ocean surface are creatures you wouldn’t...

Do you regularly inspect your containers? You will most probably say yes. And if we ask you to quantify the number of containers inspected, you are most likely to say almost 100%. Factoring in that you’re likely to miss a couple of containers here and there. But the reality is very different. 55% of containers fail inspections highlighting the need for better cargo management. We bet you didn’t expect that. However, it’s not your fault. In the moment, and under serious p

Ghost ships. Sounds like something out of a fairytale doesn’t it? Yet they are as real as the stormy seas, sailors encounter frequently....

Over the last few months Bangladesh has been boiling to say the least. All eyes were glued to TV screens and news portals as the...

159,598 in 2023. This is the number of cargo theft incidents that have occurred in Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) in 2023. But...

The current global GDP growth rate is 3-4%. The current global defense growth rate is around 4%. Do you know what the global maritime...

Did you know that 12% of global trade occurs on the Red Sea? Even if you didn’t, the Houthi Rebels in Yemen have known for a long time....

What would you do if you lost $9.6 billion every day for 6 days? At the very least you will lose your sleep. But this was way more serious than that. In a world where billions exchange hands in the stock market every minute, the Ever Given fiasco in the Suez Canal certainly stemmed the tides of international trade (literally). It’s the same as a major vein in your body getting blocked, unable to carry blood to the heart. And you know what happens when the heart stops beati