Celebrating consistency
As President and CEO of Jotun, the world’s leading provider of marine coatings, Morten Fon follows the industry closely. But he doesn’t let today’s headlines determine the company’s long-term growth strategy. In 2026, Jotun not only celebrated its 100th anniversary, but recorded another year of strong results, continuing a growth trend that has lasted for […]
The right balance
Jan Ole Huseby, Global Head of Ocean Industries at DNB, assesses the current state of the industry, the bank’s evolving role and the importance of events such as Nor-Shipping in bringing decision makers together to enable “common solutions for common challenges”. Jan Ole Huseby is nothing if not a realist. Sitting in DNB’s head office […]
Energy-efficiency measures first as low-GHG fuels and technologies scale
In an age of regulatory shift, geopolitical uncertainty and commercial pressure it can be difficult to keep decarbonisation efforts on track. How can you plan for tomorrow when today’s realities are so demanding? With the theme of Nor-Shipping 2027 front of mind, Cristina Saenz de Santa Maria, CEO Maritime at DNV, believes the NEXT thing […]
Bet on nothing, prepare for everything – Wärtsilä’s decarbonisation playbook
Shipping is the ‘engine room’ of the global economy, responsible for transporting over 80% of world trade. Yet it finds itself navigating a moment of profound transformation; in just 25 years– the typical lifespan of a single vessel – the entire industry must eliminate its contribution to climate change. Wärtsilä CEO Håkan Agnevall is clear: […]
Continuity counts – Morten Fon, President and CEO, Jotun
In 2026, Jotun will celebrate its 100th Anniversary, and as the market leader in marine coatings the company has a lot to celebrate. But for President and CEO Morten Fon, Jotun is already looking ahead to the future. As a rarity among Norway’s top business leaders, Morten Fon has spent his entire 36-year career with […]
Shipping’s one-stop shop open for business
Noatum Maritime, part of AD Ports Group’s Maritime & Shipping Cluster, has sights set on being recognised as a true industry powerhouse, enabling trade across segments, corridors and continents with a comprehensive range of services, assets and areas of expertise. Captain Ammar Al Shaiba, CEO of AD Ports Group’s Maritime & Shipping Cluster, explains how […]
Bold ambition: ADNOC L&S charts confident course for future
Despite the uncertainty gripping world trade, geopolitics and pathways to decarbonisation, UAE headquartered shipping and integrated logistics giant ADNOC Logistics & Services (ADNOC L&S) has plotted a bold, yet measured, course to continued growth. Here Captain Abdulkareem Al Masabi, Chief Executive Officer, outlines the vision behind the ambition, staking the company’s place at the very […]
Leading from the front – Nick Potter, President and CEO, AET
AET, a member of the MISC Group, is navigating the energy transition by balancing long-term ambition with near-term pragmatism as it works toward achieving net zero by 2050. Here, President and CEO Nick Potter outlines the company’s focus on delivering measurable progress through efficiency, innovation and collaboration – in a sector defined by its global […]
Why safety culture matters more than ever
Gard CEO Rolf Thore Roppestad outlines how the marine insurer is stepping beyond its traditional role to become a valued partner in safety, wellbeing and loss prevention. With ‘Safer with Gard’ as a central pillar of its 2030 strategy, the mutual is using data, technology and targeted partnerships to support seafarers, strengthen safety culture and […]
Telenor Maritime connects to data-driven sustainable future
As the maritime sector sails through a tide of digital disruption, geopolitical uncertainties and sustainability pressures, Telenor Maritime is in the vanguard of innovation. Under the leadership of CEO Lars Erik Lunøe, the company has honed a strategic vision that addresses not only the present needs of shipowners and operators but also anticipates the seismic […]