Episode 2: Ship Operators' Role in Leading Decarbonisation with Cargill’s Jan Dieleman

Logistics enterprises that move cargo across the seas are well-placed to influence the direction of sustainability in maritime trade. They are the first to take on the risk of testing new technologies and implementing new sustainable practices so that change can happen. This commitment to making an impact inspires the rest of the global trade system to change. If we're going to reach zero emissions, we need to support the first movers who lead by example.In this episode, we're sitting down with Jan Dieleman, President of Cargill Ocean Transportation, a maritime shipping logistics company. Jan has been with Cargill for over 24 years and has witnessed the evolution of regulations and sustainability practices in maritime trade. He’s experienced in supply chain management at Cargill, but also works tirelessly towards sustainable and green initiatives as the chair of the Global Maritime Forum and through his board role at Right Ship.Cargill was founded 155 years ago and currently operates in 70 countries and regions. Both as a food producer and ship operator, they experience the changes in regulation and public opinion – and know change is necessary to drive both commercial and sustainable impact.As a logistics company, Cargill Ocean Transportation has a lot to consider when moving cargo sustainably, from packing the shipping container right to innovations in ship operation, they have room to make changes.In this conversation, Jan takes us through how global trade, maritime shipping, and sustainability have evolved throughout his career. He considers how Cargill's influence makes it an important first mover and discusses what he thinks are some of the levers we might pull on our journey to zero emissions.There’s no denying we are facing a climate crisis, and all industries must do their part of decarbonisation to reach zero emissions. Maritime trade is critical to today’s society but is also responsible for roughly 3% of all greenhouse gas emissions. A future where global trade reaches zero carbon emissions is possible, but how do we get there? In this podcast, we're sitting down with thought leaders to explore the inner workings of global trade and maritime shipping, their massive impact on our society, and the obstacles they face while navigating their way to zero carbon emissions.___________Navigating Zero is presented by Lora Jakobsen, Chief Purpose Activist at ZeroNorth. ZeroNorth is a service platform helping the global shipping industry achieve optimal performance and reduce its carbon emissions, by blending advanced data-driven technology with human expertise. It was founded to lead the sustainable transition of global trade.About Jan Dieleman: LinkedIn ProfileAbout Cargill Ocean Transportation: WebsiteAbout the Global Maritime Forum: WebsiteAbout ZeroNorth: WebsiteAbout Lora Jakobsen: LinkedIn ProfileSubscribe to the Navigating Zero Newsletter