Q&As

Q&A: Decarbonization 2.0 with Svitzer

Marine Log recently spoke with Gareth Prowse, head of decarbonization at Denmark-based Svitzer, on Svitzer’s strategies and technologies for enhancing efficiency and sustainability in port operations.

Marine Log (ML): Svitzer operates in over 180 ports globally, each with its own regional regulations and market conditions. How does Svitzer adapt its decarbonization strategies to meet these local challenges while maintaining global consistency in its operations?

Gareth Prowse (GP): Svitzer’s...

https://www.marinelog.com/views/qa-decarbonization-2-0-with-svitzer/

Q&A: Peter Soles on challenges and solutions for U.S. harbor craft

Sponsored Content: Marine Log sits down with Glosten’s Peter Soles on navigating the roadblocks to decarbonization, especially in the U.S. harbor craft industry.

Marine Log (ML): In your recent Op-Ed with Marine Log, you discuss that the push to decarbonize is creating unintended consequences—essentially, creating an environment where operators are more inclined to do nothing than proceed down a risky and uncharted path. What do you see as the main challenges driving this perceived stagnation...

https://www.marinelog.com/views/qas/qa-peter-soles-on-challenges-and-solutions-for-u-s-harbor-craft/

Q&A: OpenTug’s use of AI in marine logistics

Sponsored Content: Jason Aristides, CEO of OpenTug, the marine logistics platform set up to connect freight with barges and terminals nationwide, recently sat down with Marine Log to discuss the company’s AI technology.

Aristides will be speaking at Marine Log’s Tugs, Towboats & Barges (TTB) 2025 conference in Mobile, Ala., on March 25-26.

Marine Log (ML): OpenTug has made significant strides in leveraging AI for marine logistics. Could you walk us through some of the ways AI is being utilized...

https://www.marinelog.com/inland-coastal/inland/qa-opentugs-use-of-ai-in-marine-logistics/

10 minutes with Paul Switzer of World Wide Metric

Sponsored Content: In an industry where piping and fittings are often considered standard, RM Press and Drainage Fittings from Raccorderie Metalliche (RM) set a new benchmark for efficiency, reliability, and safety. World Wide Metric’s Director of Marine, Paul Switzer, shares insights on why RM’s press technology and drainage solutions are shaping the future of marine applications.

Marine Log (ML): What makes RM Press Fittings a superior choice for the marine industry?

Paul Switzer (PS): RM Press...

https://www.marinelog.com/news/10-minutes-with-paul-switzer-of-world-wide-metric/

VIDEO: Schottel highlights latest developments at Workboat

At the International Workboat Show in New Orleans, La., last month, Gaston Doucet and Hermann Weber of Spay, Germany-headquartered propulsion specialist Schottel GmbH provided insight into the company’s latest advancements and its ongoing commitment to customer support, reliability, and innovation in the maritime sector in this exclusive show floor interview with Marine Log’s project editor, Alex Marcheschi.

Schottel is known for its cutting-edge propulsion systems used across various maritime...

https://www.marinelog.com/video/video-schottel-highlights-latest-developments-at-workboat/

Q&A with Bryant Fuller of Siemens Energy

German-based Siemens Energy has provided services that focus on enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of marine vessels, including ferries, by offering technologies such as hybrid and electric propulsion systems for years.

To get a better picture of what these services are for the ferry sector, specifically, we sat down with retired Rear Adm. Bryant Fuller, Head of Federal Maritime Programs for Siemens Energy Maritime Solutions business, for an exclusive Q&A.

Marine Log (ML): What...

https://www.marinelog.com/views/qas/qa-with-bryant-fuller-of-siemens-energy/

Q&A: 10 minutes with George Whittier, CEO, FMD

Marine Log (ML): George, can you tell us more about how you got involved with the industry and FMD? 

George Whittier (GW): I started my career with Coltec Industries, which operated Fairbanks Morse before it was part of EnPro Industries. I worked with the company in various roles for 17 years, culminating in my role as president. I left in 2012 to pursue some different leadership opportunities. When Arcline Investment Management acquired Fairbanks Morse in 2020, they invited me to return as CEO. 

https://www.marinelog.com/views/qas/qa-10-minutes-with-george-whittier-ceo-fmd/