2025 in Review, 2026 Ahead | The Project Cargo Professionals Christmas Special

About this episode

In the PCP Christmas Special, a group of senior project cargo professionals sit down with host Luke King to reflect on a turbulent 2025 — and look ahead to what 2026 may bring for the heavy lift and project cargo sector.

Over good food and candid discussion, the group touches on:

1. Market volatility, geopolitics and regulatory pressure
2. Fleet development, capacity and the role of specialist tonnage
3. Tariffs, compliance and rising customer expectations
4. The growing importance of partnerships over price-only decisions
5. Why attracting young talent matters more than ever
6. Why companies should to “open their hearts and minds” to all
7. What the industry should leave behind in 2025 — and what gives cause for optimism next year

It’s thoughtful, honest and occasionally heart-warming — the kind of conversation that usually only happens after the cameras stop rolling.

Featuring:

• Hendrik “Henk” Alma, logistics manager, NEM Energy

• Aditya “Adi” Menon, commercial director, Blue Bell Shipping

• Peter Molloy LLM, FICS, managing director, Sea3R

• John Pittalis, marketing director, AAL Shipping

📍 Recorded in Rotterdam, The Netherlands

👉 Connect with the cast of the PCP Christmas Special on LinkedIn:

Luke King: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-king-5a83477/

Hendrik “Henk” Alma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hendrik-alma-51969137/

Aditya “Adi” Menon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aditya-menon-5359a2a8/

Peter Molloy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-molloy-llm-fics-6aaa5658/

John Pittalis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yiannis-pittalis-865b775/

For all business enquires relating to the podcast, email [email protected] and visit https://www.projectcargopros.com/

About Our Sponsor: Blue Bell Shipping

Blue Bell Shipping LLC is a global logistics provider with over 30 years’ experience delivering end-to-end freight solutions worldwide. The company specialises in project cargo, air charters, rig moves, dangerous goods and reefer shipments, supported by a strong international network. With dedicated teams, including oil and gas specialists, Blue Bell Shipping delivers reliable, door-to-door logistics across the Middle East, Central Asia, Australia and beyond.

👉 Visit https://bluebellshipping.com/