The Last Dinosaur - Maritime Shipping In the Digital Age
Maritime Digital Evolution with Chris Aversano Dive deep into the maritime world's digital transformation with Chris Aversano, a seasoned maritime professional with three decades of experience both on shore and at sea. Recognizing that the maritime sector has been one of the last to fully embrace the digital age, Chris delves into the pivotal changes now underway. Join Chris as he engages with the trailblazers, innovators, investors, and thought leaders who are steering the maritime industry into the digital future. Whether you're a maritime enthusiast, a tech aficionado, or someone curious about both realms, this podcast promises insightful discussions and a fresh perspective on the maritime digital frontier. Tune in and embark on a journey to explore the digital waves reshaping the maritime world.
Episodes
Episode 115: Salvage, Safety, and the Future of Emergency Response
Guest: Joseph Farrell III, CEO, Resolve Marine
Episode Overview:
In this episode, Chris speaks with Joseph Farrell III, CEO of Resolve Marine, about the evolving world of maritime salvage and emergency response. From the Deepwater Horizon to the recent Dali bridge response in Baltimore, Joe shares stories t...
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Empowering Seafarers: Building Trust and Connection in Maritime with Josephine Le of The Hood
Guest: Josephine Le, Founder of The Hood
Episode Overview:
In this powerful and human-centered conversation, Josephine Le, founder of The Hood, shares her journey from crewing superintendent to tech founder.
The Hood is a digital platform res...
🎙️ The Last Dinosaur – Episode 113
Extending Ship Life, Decarbonization & Data with Tom Lister of Global Ship Lease
Guest: Tom Lister, CEO, Global Ship Lease (NYSE: GSL)
Episode Overview:
Under Tom’s leadership, Global Ship Lease has grown into ...
Embracing Innovation While Honoring Tradition: Kenji Togasaki of IINO Lines
Guest: Kenji Togasaki, Senior Vice President at IINO Lines
Episode Overview:
Chris speaks with Kenji Togasaki about how IINO Lines—a storied, publicly traded Japanese shipping company—balances operational excellence with forward-looking innovation. They explore IINO’s venture investments, focus ...
🎙️ Episode 111: Cyber Threats on the High Seas, a Conversation with Dr. Gary Kessler
Guest: Dr. Gary Kessler, Co-Founder, Maritime Hacking Village at DEF CON
Episode Overview:
Cybersecurity is often underestimated in maritime—but Dr. Gary Kessler is on a mission to ...
Episode 110: Rebuilding Shipbuilding – Remote Work, Training & the Future of U.S. Yards
Guest: Jason Lloyd, Senior Executive at TotalTek
Episode Overview:
Jason Lloyd brings over three decades of leadership experience, forged in the U.S. Navy’s nuclear power program, to the conversation on reviving America’s shipbuilding capabilities. In this episode, he explores how To...
Episode 109: Mental Health at Sea – A Real Talk with Pam Kern
Guest: Pam Kern, MSLCSW, Director of Maritime Mental Health Services, Port Medical Management
Episode Overview:
In this powerful episode, Chris Aversano sits down with Pam Kern, a former cruise ship officer turned licensed clinical social worker, to explore the often unspoken realities of mental health at sea...
Episode 108: Wireless Safety and Real-Time Crew Monitoring with Sven Brooks of ScanReach
Guest: Sven Brooks, CEO of ScanReach
Episode Overview:
Sven Brooks of ScanReach joins The Last Dinosaur to discuss how wireless mesh networks and wearables are transforming safety and connectivity at sea. From tracking crew locations in real time to enabling fast emergency response ...
Episode 107: Driving Innovation at Sea – A Conversation with Garry Noonan of Ardmore Shipping
Guest: Garry Noonan, Director of Innovation, Ardmore Shipping Corporation
Episode Overview:
In this episode, Garry Noonan of Ardmore Shipping shares how a legacy tanker company can still lead in digital innovation. From practical applications of onboard tech to fostering a cult...
🎙 Episode 106: The Evolving Role of Freight Trading in a Digital World
Guest: Mads Frank Markussen, Head of Research and FFA, Navi Merchants and CM Navigator (Copenhagen Merchants Group)
Overview:
From chartering desks to freight analytics, Mads Frank Markussen br...
Episode 105: Decarbonization Meets Digital - zero44’s Vision for Maritime Compliance
Guest: Friederike Hesse, Co-founder & Managing Director, zero44
Episode Overview:
In this episode, we sit down with Friederike Hesse, Co-founder and Managing Director of zero44, a Berlin-based startup helping the maritime industry navigate decarb...
Episode 104: From Satellites to Shipping – Terminal Innovation with Paul Albert-Lebrun
Guest: Paul Albert-Lebrun, Co-Founder & CEO of Nodal
Paul joins us to explore how his aerospace background helped shape Nodal, a company creating a data assistant for terminal operators. We talk empathy in product design, the stubbornness of Excel, and the realities of bringing AI int...
Episode 103: Sustainability, Resilience & the Future of Ports with Dr. Beatriz Canamary
Guest: Dr. Beatriz Canamary, Founder & CEO of SuRe Strategy, Professor at Florida Polytechnic University
Episode Overview:
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Beatriz Canamary, a leader at the intersection of sustainability and logistics. As the founder of SuRe ...
Guest: Fabian Fussek, Co-Founder & CEO of Kaiko Systems
Episode Overview: In this episode of The Last Dinosaur, I sit down with Fabian Fussek, the Co-Founder and CEO of Kaiko Systems. Fabian and his team are revolutionizing how crews and technical managers navigate the challenges of Port State Control (PSC) inspections. We break down what these inspections are, why they matter, and how Kaik...
Episode 101: Enhancing Vessel Operations with AI-Driven Asset Management
Guest: Ilari Lemmetty, Product Owner at Elomatic
Episode Overview: This episode of The Last Dinosaur features Ilari Lemmetty, Product Owner at Elomatic, discussing the launch of the Aura Asset Performance Management system. This AI-powered platform enhances vessel operations by providing shipowners...
Episode 100: The Maritime Podcasting Pioneer – Lena Gothberg
Guest: Lena Gothberg, Host of The Shipping Podcast
Why It Matters:
This is The Big One—the 100th episode of The Last Dinosaur Podcast! And who better to join than Lena Gothberg, a trailblazer in maritime podcasting? For nearly a decade, Lena has been the voice behind The Shipping Podcast, ...
Episode 99: Navigating the Future of Maritime Training with Capt. Pradeep Chawla
Guest: Capt. Pradeep Chawla, Chairman of GlobalMET and Founder of MarinePALS
Episode Overview: Capt. Chawla shares insights from his 50-year maritime career, transitioning from sea to leadership at Anglo Eastern, and now pioneering digital training at MarinePALS. We explore the evolution of...
Episode 98: Charting the Future of Liner Shipping with Roberto Giannetta
Guest: Roberto Giannetta, Chairman, Hong Kong Liner Shipping Association
Episode Overview:
In this episode, we sit down with Roberto Giannetta, a seasoned expert with over 35 years of experience in the liner shipping industry and the chairman of the Hong Kong Liner Shipping Association. Roberto sha...
Episode 97: Maritime Leadership and Education in the 21st Century with Rear Admiral John Okon, President SUNY Maritime College
Guest: Rear Admiral John Okon, President, SUNY Maritime College
Episode Overview:
In this episode, Christopher Aversano speaks with Rear Admiral John Okon, the newest president of SUNY Maritime College. They discuss how maritime education has ev...
Episode 96
Guest: Maria Conatser, President, International Propeller Club of the United States; Senior Financial Planning Analyst, Ingram Barge Company
Episode Overview:
Maria Conatser joins The Last Dinosaur to discuss the transformation needed for industry associations like the International Propeller Club to remain relevant in today’s digital age. She highlights the ...
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