Peter Nilson

3 weeks ago | ship-technology.com | Peter Nilson

The global shipping industry is now on the frontlines of a new kind of conflict – one defined not by declared wars, but by economic coercion, shadow fleets, and contested logistics. As tariff regimes expand and national security policies increasingly target commercial vessels, maritime operators are being forced to navigate a risk environment shaped more by geopolitics than weather.  Trade disruptions are no longer accidental byproducts of diplomacy – they are deliberate policy levers.

1 month ago | ship-technology.com | Peter Nilson

The port industry is at a pivotal moment. Vast global trade volumes – a staggering 12.35 billion tonnes handled globally in 2024 – are placing immense pressure on operations. Compounding this, inflationary pressures and labour shortages are intensifying the need for cost-effective solutions that can increase resilience and reduce risk. Automation within ports has long been recognised as key to addressing these challenges.

1 month ago | airport-technology.com | Peter Nilson

The aviation sector didn’t just stall during the pandemic, it was forced to look in the mirror. Operational systems froze, passengers disappeared, and frontline teams were stretched to breaking point. Now, with aircraft back in the skies, it’s easy to assume the sector has recovered. But beneath the surface, many of the underlying issues, such as disconnected training, outdated leadership models, and underinvested development, remain unresolved.

1 month ago | railway-technology.com | Peter Nilson

In our cover story this issue, we take a look at the circular economy of the railway sector. Changing best practice in station design and using recycled materials in construction are just some of the methods in play – we find out what else the industry is doing to improve sustainability. Whether you are on desktop, tablet, or smartphone, you can read the magazine for free online. Elsewhere, we also consider cybersecurity in rail.

1 month ago | airport-technology.com | Peter Nilson

Airports are unlike anywhere else. Almost self-contained towns, they have their own rules, regulations, and nuances. For most people, they are a transitory space, often both the first and last touchpoint of the holiday, a ‘treat yourself’ moment or a final hurrah before heading home. Regardless of whether people are travelling for business or leisure, consumers expect to have ‘free’ time within an airport, which has opened the doors for numerous leisure opportunities.