Best IGC Podcasts (2025)

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IGC vs IGF code 13:13

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9h ago13:13

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As the maritime industry shifts toward cleaner energy, the use of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) has transitioned from a cargo-only commodity to a primary marine fuel. However, this evolution has created a complex regulatory landscape where two different international standards—the IGC Code (for cargo) and the IGF Code (for fuel)—often disagree, even …

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IGCS CEO Shares Her Guiding Principles of Leadership 10:47

7d ago10:47

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As we move through the holiday season and transition into a new year, IGCS CEO Mary Eiken reflects on the guiding principles that shape her leadership. Listen to our special year-end podcast episode to learn what grounds her: leading with gratitude, focusing on impact, and advancing equity in global cancer care.…

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Why Resistance Is Proof You’re On the Right Path | Bishop Kevin Foreman 31:58

3h ago31:58

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In this episode of Six Figure Certified, Olivia Chapman sits down with Bishop Kevin Foreman for a powerful, grounded conversation on divine discipline. This episode explores what it really looks like to move forward when you feel called to something bigger, without waiting for perfect clarity, perfect confidence, or a dramatic sign from God. Togeth…

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Deep Dive into the Engineering and Safety of LNG Carriers 12:59

8h ago12:59

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Introduction - Focus: Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) carriers—advanced engineering marvels playing a critical role in the global energy supply chain. - LNG transport is high-stakes due to dual hazards: extreme cold and flammability. - Goal: Understand the complex engineering, specialized training, and safety culture behind LNG shipping. Dual Challenge…

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Cheap Plastic Seals Nearly Sank Global Trade in 2013 13:50

8h ago13:50

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The Emma Mærsk Crisis: A Near-Catastrophe in the Suez Canal Episode Summary: Years before the Ever Given became a household name, the global shipping industry narrowly avoided a total shutdown of the world’s most vital waterway. In this episode, we deconstruct the 2013 near-drowning of the Emma Mærsk, a Triple-E class ultra-large container vessel (…

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Automation and Integration in Modern Drilling Rigs 17:47

10h ago17:47

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Automation and Integration in Modern Drilling Rigs This episode provides an insightful deep dive into how modern drilling rigs, complex heavy industrial machines, have evolved through automation and integration to achieve elite-level performance. The discussion centers around five core systems of a drilling rig, using the analogy of a high-performa…

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Regulatory Discrepancies Between LNG Carriers and LNG-Fuelled Ships 11:43

5d ago11:43

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As the maritime industry shifts toward cleaner energy, the use of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) has transitioned from a cargo-only commodity to a primary marine fuel. However, this evolution has created a complex regulatory landscape where two different international standards—the IGC Code (for cargo) and the IGF Code (for fuel)—often disagree, even …

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Hot Work Safety on Vessels: Gas System Regulations & Best Practices 13:04

1d ago13:04

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Safety and Compliance in Gas Distribution Systems (GDS) Introduction The video focuses on safety and compliance in high-risk vessel environments, specifically hot work involving welding and cutting. These activities involve sparks, flammable gases, and steel structures, with significant risks such as fire, explosion, and toxic fumes. The discussion…

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Coaching Skills Every Manager Needs | ICF Certified Executive Coach Laura Weldy 22:03

7d ago22:03

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What if being a better leader had less to do with having all the answers and more to do with asking better questions? In this episode of Six Figure Certified, host Olivia Chapman sits down with ICF certified executive and leadership coach Laura Weldy to explore why coaching skills are quickly becoming one of the most valuable tools in modern leader…

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From Therapist to Life Coach: How Sam Synett Left the System, Beat Burnout & Built a Better Life 40:14

18d ago40:14

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In this episode, Liv talks with Sam Synett, LCSW, a former federal PTSD trauma therapist who built a thriving coaching and consulting business without abandoning her ethics, expertise, or empathy. They talk about: Walking away from “secure” jobs that are slowly draining your life How to know if what you’re feeling is burnout vs compassion fatigue W…

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Insights on PORTEC 4A Trial Results for Endometrial Cancer 29:02

15d ago29:02

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In this podcast episode, hear from lead author Anne Sophie Van den Heerik as she discusses the PORTEC 4A trial, the first trial to prospectively investigate a molecular integrated risk profile in patients with high-intermediate risk endometrial cancer. Listeners will learn how PORTEC data informs real-world clinical choices, what the results mean f…

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Therapy vs Life Coaching: How to Know Which One You Actually Need 10:46

21d ago10:46

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n this episode, Liv Chapman breaks down the real difference between therapy and life coaching — plus how to know exactly which one you need. Whether you're healing, growing, or somewhere in between, this 11-minute breakdown brings clarity to one of the most common questions women ask. LINKS: Become a Certified Coach: https://www.innerglowcircle.com…

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MLC 2006: Policy vs. Reality 12:37

24d ago12:37

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MLC 2006: Policy vs. Reality at Sea exposes the shocking disconnect between maritime regulations and on-the-ground practices. While the Maritime Labor Convention promised to protect seafarers' rights to fair pay and adequate rest, the video uncovers how economic pressure, falsified records, and low manning levels create hidden overtime, wage theft,…

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The Silent Destroyer: Mastering Cat Fine Management for Marine Engine Protection 12:08

28d ago12:08

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Are you navigating the complexities of modern Very Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (VLSFO)? The global shift imposed by IMO 2020 regulations has brought a critical, microscopic threat to the forefront: Catalytic Fines (Cat Fines). These highly abrasive particles, primarily composed of aluminum and silicon oxides, are remnants of refinery cracking processes and…

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DFE+: The Electric Future of LNG Vessel Propulsion 11:28

1M ago11:28

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Podcast Episode Description: DFE+: The Electric Future of LNG Vessel Propulsion The global maritime industry is under intense pressure to decarbonize operations and achieve significant energy efficiency gains, driven by stringent mandates like the IMO's EEXI and CII regulations. In this episode, we dissect the revolutionary Dual Fuel Electric Plus …

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Certification and Training for LNG Ship Crews 15:11

1M ago15:11

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Certification and Training for LNG Ship Crews Dive into one of the most technologically advanced and high-risk sectors of global maritime trade — the transport and use of liquefied natural gas (LNG) by sea. This episode unpacks how the industry manages the extreme hazards of LNG’s cryogenic temperatures and flammability through an uncompromising gl…

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From Gym Owner to Multi–6-Figure Coach (with IGC Grad Kaitlin Anthony) 35:21

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Former gym owner and fashion stylist turned business coach Kaitlin Anthony joins Liv to talk about what it actually looks like to go from the fitness world to a multi–six-figure coaching business. Kaitlin shares her real timeline (podcast in 2019, IGC grad in 2021, full-time coach within two years), why she kept side jobs at first, and how she buil…

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From First Principles to Liquid Fuel -- The Thermodynamic Journey of Industrial Cryogenics 9:46

1M ago9:46

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Podcast Description: The Conquest of Cold — A Chronological Journey Through Low-Temperature Science Explore the extraordinary transformation of cold from a mere human sensation into a precise, measurable cornerstone of modern science and technology. This episode chronicles over three centuries of relentless discovery, revealing how pioneering minds…

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Unlocking the Future of LNG: Innovation, Strategy & Sustainability Toward 2026 13:40

1M ago13:40

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Unlocking the Future of LNG: Innovation, Strategy & Sustainability Toward 2026 Dive deep into the cutting-edge world of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in this episode where technology meets strategy amid a global energy transition. We unpack the explosive wave of innovation shaping LNG’s critical milestone in 2026 — from revolutionary production metho…

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What Is Life Coaching? Explained Simply (And Why It’s So Powerful) 20:29

1M ago20:29

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Let’s be honest — most people still don’t know what life coaching actually is. In this 15-minute episode, IGC Coaching School founder Liv Chapman explains what coaching really means, how it’s different from therapy or consulting, and why it’s one of the most transformative career paths out there. If you’ve ever felt the pull to help others and do w…

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Seafarers' Retirement 14:17

2M ago14:17

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Navigating the Hidden Challenges of Seafarers’ Retirement Global trade depends on millions of seafarers, yet their retirement security remains a largely invisible crisis. In this episode, we unravel why traditional pension systems fail these crucial workers—due to fragmented contracts, complex multinational employment, and hazardous job conditions …

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How to Build Your Coaching Business Without Quitting Your 9–5 (FOR NOW!) 19:25

2M ago19:25

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Think you’re too busy to start your coaching business? In this episode, Liv Chapman shares how to build a profitable, purpose-driven coaching business while still working full-time — including how to train, get clients, and plan your exit strategy with confidence. In this episode, Liv breaks down exactly how to start a profitable coaching business …

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The Sinking of MF Jan Heweliusz: A Tragic Maritime Failure Unpacked 15:52

2M ago15:52

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Dive into the harrowing story behind one of the 1990s’ deadliest maritime disasters—the sinking of the MF Jan Heweliusz in the freezing Baltic Sea, January 1993. This episode unravels how a combination of inherent design flaws, unauthorized modifications, poor maintenance, and catastrophic operational decisions led to the rapid capsizing of this ro…

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How to Get Your First Paying Coaching Client (Even Without a Website or Big Following) 21:27

2M ago21:27

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Most new coaches think they need the perfect brand before they can start getting clients — the beautiful website, the curated Instagram feed, the catchy tagline. But here’s the truth: clients don’t come from perfection. They come from action. In this re-release of one of our most downloaded episodes, Olivia Chapman, CEO of IGC Coaching School, brea…

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60 Years of LNG Carriers -- From Boil‑Off Waste to Smart, Low‑Carbon Fleets 18:26

2M ago18:26

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Title: 60 Years of LNG Carriers — From Boil‑Off Waste to Smart, Low‑Carbon Fleets Description: Explore the 60‑year technological journey of LNG carriers in this episode. We trace how the industry turned boil‑off gas (BOG) from an operational nuisance into a valuable asset, and how ship design, propulsion and digital systems evolved — from steam‑dri…

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Will AI Replace Life Coaches? The Truth You Need to Know 20:57

2M ago20:57

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AI can write your emails and give advice, but it can’t build trust, empathy, or transformation. In this episode, Liv Chapman shares the 6 reasons why AI will *never* replace life coaches and why coaching is one of the most future-proof careers of our time. 🎟️ Join the free Get Paid to Coach Workshop: https://www.innerglowcircle.com/workshop 🎥 Watch…

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Inside LNG Overfill Prevention 16:26

2M ago16:26

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LNG Overfill Prevention & HHL Alarm — How LNG Carriers Stay Safe at −163°C Imagine a giant thermos at −163°C that will expand 600× if it vaporises — and one missed alarm can risk everything. This episode explains LNG overfill prevention and the HHL alarm systems that stop catastrophic vaporisation by design. Dive into LNG overfill prevention and th…

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LNG vaporizer Fail‑Safe 16:51

2M ago16:51

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Cutting the manual down to what matters: essential vaporizer safety, startup/shutdown steps, and the trips every cargo engineer must know. Tune in to learn how the shell‑and‑tube vaporizer stabilises temperatures, why condensate venting is your watchdog, and what a TSLL trip really means — so you can act fast and avoid catastrophic leaks. Produced …

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10 Crazy Stats About the Coaching Industry in 2025 (These Will Shock You) 19:53

2M ago19:53

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👉 Learn how to become a certified life coach today: https://www.innerglowcircle.com/workshop/ The coaching industry is exploding — and the numbers prove it. In this episode, I’m breaking down 10 *crazy* stats about the coaching industry in 2025 that will make you realize this is one of the fastest-growing, women-led, purpose-driven careers in the w…

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The Hidden Power of LNG Heaters 15:20

3M ago15:20

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This week, we pull back the curtain on the critical, steam-heated heat exchangers located in the cargo machinery room: the High Duty (HD) Gas Heaters and the related Boil-Off/Warm-Up Heaters. Manufactured by specialized firms like DongHwa Entec or Cryostar, these Shell and U tube devices are essential for safe and efficient LNG Carrier Operations. …

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HD Compressors: Engineering, Safety and Control of Shipboard Critical Machinery 16:54

3M ago16:54

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This episode translates dense technical documentation into the practical essentials any operator or engineer needs to know about HD or VR centrifugal compressors on an LNG vessel. We cover how redundancy in lube oil and seal gas systems forms active barriers, how inlet guide vanes control fixed‑speed machines, and how the surge detection and recycl…

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LD Compressor -- Part 1: General Overview 15:15

3M ago15:15

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This first instalment of a multipart deep dive examines the low‑pressure (LD) compressor — the pivotal system that manages boil‑off gas (BOG) on liquefied natural gas carriers. It provides a general overview of how BOG, formed as cargo warms from −160 °C, is converted from a safety risk into usable fuel or recondenser feed, and how the LD compresso…

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The 1.2 mm Miracle: Inside the GTT Mark III LNG Membrane 17:59

3M ago17:59

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Meet the GTT Mark III: the deceptively simple-looking membrane system that quietly runs the global LNG trade. We unpack how a 1.2 mm corrugated stainless‑steel skin survives −163 °C, cushions massive thermal shrinkage, and — with a composite secondary barrier and constant sensor monitoring — delivers the airtight safety operators demand. Hear why m…

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The Energy Equation: Mastering Precision in Marine LNG Calculations. 15:59

3M ago15:59

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The global shipping industry is staking its future on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), the transitional fuel promising substantial reductions in CO₂ and virtually eliminating SOx emissions. But operating an LNG-fueled vessel is far more complex than running on conventional fuel oil. The stakes are immense, impacting everything from operational safety a…

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Mastering the Maritime Carbon Code: Your Guide to EU ETS Compliance. 17:56

3M ago17:56

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Hook (one line) The EU just put shipping into a carbon market — and that single move is reshaping fuel costs, commercial decisions and survival strategies across global trade. Short description (platform-ready) This episode breaks down the EU’s extension of the Emissions Trading System to shipping: what’s covered, how compliance works, what financi…

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Mastering Fuel Gas Pumps on LNG Carriers 15:13

3M ago15:13

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Ready to run LNG cargo pumps like a seasoned pro? This episode lays out a clear, uncompromising roadmap to safe, efficient operation—no guesswork, no grey areas. What you’ll learn: Submerged Motor Design: Why the LNG you’re pumping is also your coolant and lubricant—and why microns of precision matter. Safety-Critical Pre-Start Checks: The hard num…

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From Classroom to Command: Navigating SIRE 2.0 & LNG Operational Excellence 19:35

3M ago19:35

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The LNG shipping sector is experiencing "unprecedented expansion" due to natural gas's role as a cleaner-burning fuel and evolving energy needs. This growth necessitates a corresponding increase in shore-based personnel to manage these highly specialized vessels. However, the "traditional recruitment pipelines, heavily reliant on experienced ex-sea…

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Beyond Four The Three Tank LNG Carrier Revolutionizing Maritim 28:54

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Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI), in collaboration with GTT, has developed a revolutionary three-tank GTT concept for Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) carriers. This design marks a significant departure from the industry-standard four-tank configuration, aiming to redefine sustainability, efficiency, and operational flexibility in maritime LNG transport. …

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Pumping Under Pressure: The Ins and Outs of Emergency Cargo Pump 6:20

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In this episode, we discuss the emergency cargo pump, a critical piece of equipment used when a vessel's main cargo pumps fail. We cover the pump's installation, operation, and the importance of adhering to strict safety and operational procedures to prevent equipment damage and ensure personnel safety. Our discussion walks through the entire proce…

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Unsung Heroes Mastering LNG Carrier Stripping and Spray Pumps for Safety and Efficiency 22:52

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This is comprehensive guide for maritime engineers and crew members on the operation and maintenance of stripping and spray pumps found on LNG carriers. The episode emphasizes the critical importance of these specialized pumps for tasks like tank cooldown and stripping, highlighting that their proper functioning is essential for vessel safety and o…

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Mastering Cryogenic Cargo Pumps on LNG Vessels 14:59

4M ago14:59

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This comprehensive episode explores the critical role of cryogenic cargo pumps in the safe and efficient transportation of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) aboard specialized vessels. It details the fundamental principles governing these pumps, including thermodynamic and fluid dynamic challenges posed by extremely low temperatures. The text examines th…

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How AI is Catching Criminals at Sea 15:04

4M ago15:04

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This episode explores the critical issue of maritime crime, highlighting its vast scale, hidden nature, and severe impacts on human rights, economies, and the environment. Maritime crime is not just piracy but includes illegal fishing, drug trafficking, wildlife smuggling, human trafficking, forced labor, and more. Despite covering two-thirds of th…

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Leak-Proof Power: Why the Stern Tube Matters 25:47

4M ago25:47

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This episode takes an eye-opening, human-centered tour through the hidden world of stern tube systems—the critical technology that lets ships move massive loads across oceans without leaking oil or water. It weaves in a mix of personal perspective, odd historical details, quirky engineering breakthroughs, and today’s environmental reality checks. R…

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Invisible Engineering How Cryogenic Pipe Supports Power Global LNG Transport 17:58

4M ago17:58

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Cryogenic Pipe Support Systems on Membrane LNG Carriers Introduction and Context The global energy transition has elevated Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) to a pivotal role, driving the expansion of maritime transport infrastructure. Membrane-type LNG carriers, which transport LNG at approximately -162°C, are central to this infrastructure. The operati…

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After Beirut: What LNG Ships Mean for Urban Ports 20:53

4M ago20:53

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LNG: Unveiling the "Tamed Bomb" - Myths, Facts, and Safety Measures On August 4, 2020, the world was shaken by the catastrophic explosion at the Port of Beirut—a poignant reminder of the destructive potential of stored energy. While the Beirut tragedy was devastating, it also raised important questions about hazardous cargo stored or transported ne…

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The Unitor Guide: Your Partner in Hot Work Safety 14:40

4M ago14:40

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The Unitor Guide: Your Partner in Hot Work Safety This episode provides a comprehensive overview of welding safety in the maritime industry. We delve into the specifics of hot work procedures, emphasizing the importance of risk assessment and adherence to industry regulations like the UK MCA's Code of Safe Working Practice and the British Compresse…

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Daily Checks That Could Save the Entire LNG Cargo 21:24

5M ago21:24

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Daily Checks That Could Save the Entire LNG Cargo Dive deep into the fascinating world of LNG carriers and discover how these massive vessels safely transport liquefied natural gas at a staggering -163°C. In this episode, we explore the intricate engineering behind membrane tank barriers, the critical role of nitrogen in maintaining safety, and the…

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Mastering SEEMP: The Chief Engineer’s Guide to LNG Carrier Energy Efficiency & Carbon Compliance 18:26

5M ago18:26

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SEEMP Step aboard the bridge of an LNG carrier and dive deep into the critical world of Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plans (SEEMP) — a dynamic, evolving framework transforming how ships operate to meet the global push for sustainability. In this episode, we unravel SEEMP from three vital angles: Part 1: The strategic "Plan-Do-Check-Act" cycle …

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The Price of Gas: LNG's Hidden Environmental Costs 16:21

5M ago16:21

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The Price of Gas: LNG's Hidden Environmental Costs In this episode, we explore the complexities of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and its role as a transitional energy source. We discuss the benefits of LNG as a cleaner alternative to coal and oil, while also examining the significant environmental drawbacks, particularly the issue of methane slip. Ou…

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Recent Breakthrough Innovations in LNG Carrier Design and Efficiency 21:59

5M ago21:59

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Dive into the hidden world of liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers—critical giants shaping the future of global energy and sustainable maritime trade. This episode unpacks groundbreaking innovations transforming LNG shipping, from cutting-edge hull designs and advanced lightweight materials to revolutionary containment systems like membrane and sph…