

#170 Mikael Skov - Hafnia, Product Tankers, Shipping, Entrepreneurship, Scaling, Leadership, Culture, And Career Advice
Sep 25, 2023
In this conversation, Mikael Skov, Co-Founder and CEO of Hafnia and shipping veteran, shares insights from his 33 years in the industry. He discusses why Denmark excels in shipping, lessons learned at Torm, and the motivations behind starting Hafnia. Mikael dives into the dynamics of the tanker market, corporate culture, and the shift towards sustainability. He also touches on the impact of global conflicts on trade routes and offers book recommendations that shed light on business culture and global trading dynamics.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Navigating Career Growth and Leadership Challenges
01:40 • 3min
Reflections on Entrepreneurship: The Journey to Founding Hafnia
04:21 • 2min
Navigating the Shipping Industry: Strategy and Teamwork
06:26 • 23min
Cultivating Corporate Culture and Sustainability
29:07 • 12min
Market Dynamics and Trading Patterns in Shipping
41:21 • 2min
Insights into Business Literature and Cultural Dynamics
43:18 • 2min
Navigating Careers in Shipping
45:05 • 4min