The Jordan Harbinger Show 896: Captain Max Hardberger | The Man Who Steals Ships from Pirates
Sep 14, 2023
Captain Max Hardberger, a daring high-seas repo man, shares his exploits in recovering stolen ships from pirates and corrupt officials. He reveals the surprising truth that some of the most dangerous pirates wear suits and navigate legal loopholes with ease. Max discusses the extreme tactics he employs for ship recovery and how he distinguishes between legitimate claims and scams. Delve into the gritty world of maritime repossession, where life-threatening risks and high-stakes strategies come into play, leaving listeners on the edge of their seats.
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Career Start
- Captain Hardberger's ship repossession work started after an article was published about him retrieving the Patrick M from Venezuela.
- Subsequent calls about seized ships led to more jobs and a partnership with Michael Bono.
Ship Seizure in Corrupt Ports
- Ships are often seized in countries with weak rule of law, where local authorities and judges can be easily bribed.
- This makes it difficult for owners to reclaim their vessels through legal channels.
The *Patrick M* Case
- In one case, a Peruvian crime family chartered the Patrick M, then had a Venezuelan subsidiary seize it by claiming damages due to a 24-hour delay in opening the cargo hatch.
- Hardberger and the crew retrieved the ship despite the captain's refusal to participate.