Waves Podcast Series

About Waves Podcast Series

Welcome to Waves by Willis, a WTW business, a podcast series that explores the dynamic landscape of marine risk and insurance. During each episode, we will discuss the latest trends and challenges shaping the maritime industry. Join our diverse range of specialists as they engage with professionals and leaders, discussing global topics that will enrich your understanding and provide you with valuable insights.

Publisher

WTW

Category

business · business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 Apr 2025

Latest episode

15 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

7 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Sept 2026

   The Strait of Hormuz: Insurance insights on war risk and global trade

   We delve into the Strait of Hormuz and its importance to global trade. Our marine insurance experts discuss how insurers are responding to rising geopolitical tensions, and what that means for the owners and crews transiting the region.

2. 

   10 Jun 2026

   Navigating the 2026 marine market: Insights and key takeaways

   In this Waves podcast episode, David Cawdeary is joined by James Reason, Head of Hull for Marine GB, and Patrick Wilson, Head of Special Risks for Marine GB, to explore how capacity, pricing and geopolitical events are shaping the marine insurance market in 2026.

3. 

   27 Feb 2026

   The art of insuring the extraordinary

   WTW's marine insurance podcast explores how insurance protects extraordinary fine art in unexpected places and forms.

4. 

   8 Sept 2025

   From bean to cup: Navigating the global coffee supply chain

   Host [Host Name] interviews coffee industry expert [Guest Name] about the complex global coffee supply chain, from bean cultivation to market delivery.

5. 

   2 Apr 2025

   From minerals to mobiles: The complete journey of your smartphone

   We delve into the life cycle of everyday items, focusing this episode on smartphones. The discussion covers the components of smartphones, their supply chains, the impact of geopolitical events and the risks associated during transportation and storage.

6. 

   2 Apr 2025

   Navigating the 2025 P&I Renewal: Insights and key takeaways

   This episode delves into the 2025 P&I renewal, a process marked by contention and the resurgence of pool claims in 2024-2025, leading to a tougher negotiation despite the market's strong performance in 2023-2024.

7. 

   2 Apr 2025

   Hazardous materials and mis-declared cargoes: The risks and potential impact for ports and terminals

   Recently, the marine industry's spotlight has been drawn to the critical issue of mis-declared cargoes following an explosion at the Chinese port of Ningbo, Zhoushan. This incident, potentially linked to improperly stored hazardous materials like lithium-ion batteries and parabens, serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for enhanced safety measures.

Podcast Authority Score: 7 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

14

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

0

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