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The Loadstar's podcasts help shippers and their logistics partners make sense of the container and air cargo supply chains. www.theloadstar.com

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Are you looking for a quick round up of all that went down last week in logistics?

Typhoon Ragasa slams southern China, halting factory output just days before Golden Week. In Europe, Poland’s border closure with Belarus sparks airfreight rate hikes... more

In this episode of The Loadstar Podcast, host Charlotte Goldstone dives into the world of artificial intelligence in logistics and customs with two industry insiders: James Coombes, co-founder and CEO of Raft.AI, and Michael Douglas, customs technolo... more

Following London International Shipping week, host Charlotte Goldstone shares her highlights of the events and useful takeaways and is joined by Alex Lennane and Gavin van Marle from The Loadstar team, who recap the week’s main supply chain headlines... more

Had a busy week? Join The Loadstar Team as they catch you up on the most recent supply chain news!

This 20-minute episode briefly recaps the hot-topics in logistics right now, including tariffs, the status of demand across major trade lanes, the loo... more

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Michael Douglas
Senior Consultant on the Customs Technology Team at ALS Customs Services with over 45 years of experience in customs management.
ALS Customs Services
Episode: The Loadstar Podcast | Beyond the buzz: how AI is changing customs and logistics
Nigel Pusey
CEO of Container Trade Statistics with over 30 years of experience in container shipping.
Container Trade Statistics
Episode: The Loadstar Podcast | Ocean freight trends with Container Trades Statistics
Macro Bloemen
Managing Director of Aviation Consultancy Aevean
Aevean
Episode: News in Brief Podcast | Week 33 | Ship fire, H1 results and another 90-day extension
Gavin van Marle
Episode: News in Brief Podcast | Week 29 | Overcapacity and tariff extension
Cindy Allen
CEO of TradeForce Multiplier and former executive director of Automated Commercial Environment for the CBP
Episode: News in Brief Podcast | Week 10 | TPM25, Hutchison Ports and tariff impacts
Steven Polmans
Chairman of Tiaca and former head of cargo at Brussels Airport
Tiaca
Episode: Air Cargo Podcast: De minimis, tariffs, and TIACA’s outlook for 2025
Glyn Hughes
Director General of Tiaca and former IATA Global Head of Cargo
Tiaca
Episode: Air Cargo Podcast: De minimis, tariffs, and TIACA’s outlook for 2025
James Hookham
Director of the Global Shippers Forum
Episode: Shippers vs Carriers: ‘A vessel on time is a black swan event’
Bjorn Vang Jensen
Executive Vice President for Ocean at Easy Speed International Logistics
Easy Speed International Logistics
Episode: Shippers vs Carriers: ‘A vessel on time is a black swan event’

Host

Charlotte Goldstone
Host of the news segments and in-depth discussions, focusing on trends and regulations affecting logistics and supply chains, engaging industry experts for insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Invaluable Resource

    Mr. King, I want to thank you for your very insightful and informative podcast. As a relatively new entrant to the air cargo/logistics industry, I find your podcast to be helpful and thought provoking. Your sense of humor makes it all the more enjoyable to listen to. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DPS74
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantastic insight into the big picture

    As a project manager in his third year in UK road haulage the podcast is giving me a valuable overview of the global supply chain and gives me useful ideas for student projects as a STEMNET Ambassador.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The real Spanners
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the informative nature of the content, finding it essential for understanding complexities within the logistics industry.
Reviewers note the podcast's ability to provide timely updates on market trends, crucial for professionals navigating supply chain challenges.
Comments highlight the entertaining delivery of insights, balancing factual information with engaging discussions.

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News in Brief podcast | Week 39 2025 | Typhoons, tariffs and Cosco's global push
Q: What did the discussions from the Caspian Air Cargo Summit reveal about tariffs?
Key insights included a strong focus on tariffs impacting logistics dynamics, especially regarding shifts from U.S. to Europe trade routes.
News in Brief podcast | Week 39 2025 | Typhoons, tariffs and Cosco's global push
Q: What were the main impacts of Super Typhoon Ragassa on supply chains?
The typhoon caused closures of factories and transport systems, leading to significant issues right before the Golden Week holiday, affecting manufacturing output.
The Loadstar Podcast | Beyond the buzz: how AI is changing customs and logistics
Q: James, how can Raft ensure accuracy in the data processed?
Raft focuses on integrations, human oversight, and validation to ensure high data accuracy across customs and logistics processes.
The Loadstar Podcast | Beyond the buzz: how AI is changing customs and logistics
Q: Michael, how did you get your team on board with the idea of using this technology?
We provided our staff with more reliable data to reduce stress, allowing them to focus on higher-value tasks rather than data entry.
The Loadstar Podcast | Beyond the buzz: how AI is changing customs and logistics
Q: James, what is actually the difference between AI for consumers and AI for enterprises?
AI in an enterprise setting requires a higher reliability level for data compared to consumer applications where users are more tolerant of errors.

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The content focuses primarily on developments and trends within the logistics and supply chain industries, with a strong emphasis on air freight and shipping matters. Key topics discussed include tariff implications, container movements, geopolitical influences on trade routes, and market dynamics affecting freight rates. Unique aspects are the detailed analyses of container trade statistics and expert insights from industry leaders, providing listeners with an in-depth understanding of current challenges and opportunities in the logistics sector. The episodes are structured to cater to professionals in the shipping industry, highlighting significant events, and offering insights on regulatory changes and market behavior.

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1. Michael Douglas
2. Nigel Pusey
3. Macro Bloemen
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5. Cindy Allen
6. Steven Polmans
7. Glyn Hughes
8. James Hookham

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