Logistics enterprises that move cargo across the seas are well-placed to influence the direction of sustainability in maritime trade. They are the first to take on the risk of testing new technologies and implementing new sustainable practices so that change can happen. This commitment to making an impact inspires the rest of the global trade system to change. If we're going to reach zero emissions, we need to support the first movers who lead by example.
In this episode, we're sitting down with Jan Dieleman, President of Cargill Ocean Transportation, a maritime shipping logistics company. Jan has been with Cargill for over 24 years and has witnessed the evolution of regulations and sustainability practices in maritime trade. He’s experienced in supply chain management at Cargill, but also works tirelessly towards sustainable and green initiatives as the chair of the Global Maritime Forum and through his board role at Right Ship.
Cargill was founded 155 years ago and currently operates in 70 countries and regions. Both as a food producer and ship operator, they experience the changes in regulation and public opinion – and know change is necessary to drive both commercial and sustainable impact.
As a logistics company, Cargill Ocean Transportation has a lot to consider when moving cargo sustainably, from packing the shipping container right to innovations in ship operation, they have room to make changes.
In this conversation, Jan takes us through how global trade, maritime shipping, and sustainability have evolved throughout his career. He considers how Cargill's influence makes it an important first mover and discusses what he thinks are some of the levers we might pull on our journey to zero emissions.
There’s no denying we are facing a climate crisis, and all industries must do their part of decarbonisation to reach zero emissions. Maritime trade is critical to today’s society but is also responsible for roughly 3% of all greenhouse gas emissions. A future where global trade reaches zero carbon emissions is possible, but how do we get there?
In this podcast, we're sitting down with thought leaders to explore the inner workings of global trade and maritime shipping, their massive impact on our society, and the obstacles they face while navigating their way to zero carbon emissions.
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Navigating Zero is presented by Lora Jakobsen, Chief Purpose Activist at ZeroNorth. ZeroNorth is a service platform helping the global shipping industry achieve optimal performance and reduce its carbon emissions, by blending advanced data-driven technology with human expertise. It was founded to lead the sustainable transition of global trade.
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Navigating Zero - Global Trade’s Powerful Wave of Change is a podcast from ZeroNorth that explores the significant challenges facing the maritime industry on its journey towards a sustainable future. There’s no denying we are facing a climate crisis, and all industries must do their part to reach zero emissions. Maritime trade is critical to today’s society but is also responsible for roughly 3% of all greenhouse gas emissions. A future where global trade reaches zero carbon emissions is possible, but how do we actually get there?
In each episode, Lora Jakobsen, Chief Purpose Activist at ZeroNorth, will sit down with global thought leaders and ask the difficult questions: How do we accelerate decarbonisation in maritime trade? What stands in the way of shipping companies reaching zero emissions? What are the innovative solutions to the challenges we face in distribution? And how can data and technology help?
Navigating Zero gives us all a peek into how maritime shipping and global trade fit into our world. It gives voice to different perspectives on the solutions to reduce carbon emissions, from the way cargo is packed in shipping containers, to innovations on the ship, and beyond. If you are a professional within the shipping industry who wants to drive change and make global trade sustainable, this is the podcast series for you.
Lora Jakobsen specialises in technology, growth, and sustainability strategy. As a founding member of ZeroNorth, Lora played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s vision to make global trade more environmentally sustainable. That included defining ZeroNorth’s mission and driving change as the shipping industry embraces a greener future. As a key figure in the decarbonisation journey, Lora spearheads and contributes to global trade transformation, collaborating with organisations working toward zero emissions.
ZeroNorth was founded to lead the sustainable transition of global trade. Their goal is to support shipping companies around the world, helping to optimise their business while reducing shipping carbon emissions. ZeroNorth does this by creating new and innovative solutions and elevating operations through actionable data to transform and improve client business.
Learn more about their efforts at: https://zeronorth.com/