Episode 106: The Evolving Role of Freight Trading in a Digital World
🎙 Episode 106: The Evolving Role of Freight Trading in a Digital World Guest: Mads Frank Markussen, Head of Research and FFA, Navi Merchants and CM Navigator (Copenhagen Merchants Group) Overview: From chartering desks to freight analytics, Mads Frank Markussen bridges operational experience with digital innovation in maritime trading. In this episode, we explore how Navi Merchants builds freight models that empower — not replace — traders, the enduring value of brokers, and why FFAs are gaining ground in a volatile market. Key Points: Data models must serve the trader, not the other way around. Despite digitalization, brokers and relationships remain critical. Entrepreneurs can really bloom in Denmark, Mads' maritime DNA runs deep. Related Episodes: – Episode 70 with Jeff Wakker (Viterra) – Episode 54 with Scott Bergeron (Oldendorff) 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & more. 💬 Like what you hear? Please rate the show 5 stars, follow, and share with your network. It really helps spread the word. ☕ Support the show: Buy Me a Coffee — your support helps keep us going strong. 🎶 Music by: Peg and The Rejected “King of SKA” 🎨 Art by: GA Design 🎛️ Produced by: Chris Aversano 🌊 Proud media sponsor of London International Shipping Week 2025