John Konrad and Sal Mercogliano discuss the maritime news of the week in this latest episode of gCaptain Weekly, recorded May 3, 2021. Topics include the red hot container and bulk shipping markets, recent accidents in maritime shipping, the plight of mariners amid the COVID-19 crisis, and the return of cruising. Check it out below:
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