Rerouting Middle East trade amid regional conflict

How has Saudi headquartered container line Folk Maritime coped with and adjusted its business in the face of conflict? In this episode, Seatrade Maritime News’ Gary Howard speaks with Poul Hestbaek, CEO of Folk Maritime, about the challenges and adaptations faced by the company amidst ongoing regional conflicts. They discuss the impact of the geopolitical landscape on maritime operations, cargo flows, and the company's growth strategy in its third year. Poul also shares insights on safety measures, operational pressures, and the shifting dynamics in the shipping industry. The conversation covers: The impact of regional conflicts on operations Changes in cargo flow and shipping routes Operational pressures and cost challenges Safety measures for crew and vessels Folk Maritime’s future growth and fleet strategy Follow us on Social: Twitter: https://x.com/Seatrade Facebook:   / seatradeglobal   LinkedIn:   / seatrade-maritime   WhatsApp: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029...