
 Vonheim
 Vonheim #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 






