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Podcast - In Conversation with Harry Theochari, chair of Maritime London

A respected maritime finance lawyer and now chair of industry-led body for maritime professional services in the UK, Maritime London, Harry Theochari has a lot to say about recent developments in the UK’s shipping industry and its path ahead.

Gary Howard, Middle East correspondent

February 24, 2022

In this week’s In Conversation episode of The Maritime Podcast, Harry speaks to Seatrade Maritime News Europe Editor Gary Howard about the challenges facing UK maritime and shipping, and the support he thinks the industry needs.

From introducing a dedicated UK minister for shipping to supporting innovation in disruptive and environmental technology, the conversation covers a range of areas where the UK can boost its maritime credentials, including growing the number of UK seafarers and supporting seafarers to bring their knowledge ashore in second careers.

About the Author

Gary Howard

Middle East correspondent

Gary Howard is the Middle East Correspondent for Seatrade Maritime News and has written for Seatrade Cruise, Seatrade Maritime Review and was News Editor at Lloyd’s List. Gary’s maritime career started after catching the shipping bug during a research assignment for the offshore industry. Working out of Seatrade's head office in the UK, he also produces and contributes to conference programmes for Seatrade events including CMA Shipping, Seatrade Maritime Logistics Middle East and Marintec. 

Gary’s favourite topics within the maritime industry are decarbonisation and wind-assisted propulsion; he particularly enjoys reporting from industry events.

Conferences & Webinars

Gary Howard regularly moderates at international maritime events. Below you’ll find a list of selected past conferences and webinars.

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