{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/61d2e6951b91cf0012c357bf/64468be8a189ca001119db97?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"E53: Why banks are increasingly worried about the shipping industry","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/61d2e6951b91cf0012c357bf/1682357965580-d7f337fc4480d51dc2b4fdfde864556e.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode, we're diving into the murky world of shipping and its challenges for banks. With little oversight and a global reach, the maritime industry presents complex problems for banks navigating regulatory compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>Our expert guests, <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-cardamone-jr-8732441/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Tom Cardamone</a> and <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelbyrne1/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Michael Byrne</a>, CEOs of Global Financial Integrity and the Institute of International Banking Law &amp; Practice, respectively, take us through the increasing pressures on banks to combat sanctions and combat financial crime compliance evasion.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>We explore the staggering statistic that <strong>12.2%</strong> of active ships and vessels have unknown owners - and with 80% of all goods being imported by sea, the need for greater transparency in vessel ownership is more important than ever! Read the full report<strong> </strong><a href=\"https://tradefinanceglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Vessel-OwnershipTrade-Finance-and-Regulatory-Compliance.pdf \" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>here</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>But the shipping industry's complexity has caused anxiety among banks, who are struggling to keep up with the expertise and tools needed to navigate these challenges.&nbsp;Tom and Michael provide unique insights into the risks and solutions to help banks stay compliant and understand the importance of monitoring suspicious vessel behavior.</p><p><br></p><p>So grab a seat and get ready to uncover the secrets of the shipping industry and why it's causing such anxiety among banks.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><strong>From this exciting episode, you'll learn:&nbsp;</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>The staggering statistic is that 12.2% of ships have unknown owners, and how this impacts overall compliance and regulatory challenges.</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li>Key policy recommendations from the report include vessel ownership as a risk assessment tool and establishing a beneficial ownership registry for vessels.</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li>The importance of a nuanced understanding of the maritime shipping industry and specific recommendations for banks and insurance companies.</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li>The challenges that small or medium-sized banks face in navigating the shipping industry and ways to increase their understanding.</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li>Future developments in shipping industry compliance trends and how financial institutions can prepare for them.</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li>The role of vessel group ownership information in assessing compliance risk and how government regulators and port security officials can require transparency.</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li>The need for banks and insurance companies to better identify commodities and trade corridors where transhipment and ship-to-ship transfers may occur.</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li>The consequences of failing to comply with recommendations and guidelines issued by OFAC and OFSI.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Tune in and enjoy!</p>","author_name":"Strise"}