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Tina Benjamin-Lea: New Industries, New Thinking and the Need to Adapt | Project Cargo Professionals

Currently on assignment at Eli Lilly and Company, supporting the construction of a major pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Germany, Tina Benjamin-Lea joins Project Cargo Professionals for a wide-ranging discussion on how project logistics is evolving far beyond its traditional oil & gas roots. Tina’s conversation with host Luke King offers a rare shipper-side perspective from somebody who has spent decades leading logistics on some of the world’s most complex industrial developments — from Iraq and Afghanistan to giga-projects in Saudi Arabia, major EPC environments and now Europe’s fast-growing advanced manufacturing sector. Over a career spanning Shell, SNC-Lavalin, Air Products, Kerry Logistics and major Middle East infrastructure programs, Tina has worked across oil & gas, defence, renewables, and construction logistics, giving her a uniquely broad perspective on where project cargo is heading next. In this episode of Voices of Breakbulk Europe, Tina explains why sectors like pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, battery plants and data centres are likely to be the industry’s next major growth drivers — and why project logistics companies need to rethink how they approach these markets. Tina also explores the human side of the business: leadership, communication, adaptability and why some of the industry’s most valuable people are increasingly being overlooked. In this episode: • Why advanced manufacturing sectors are creating major new opportunities for project logistics • What project forwarders still misunderstand about shipper expectations • How Tina adapted from oil & gas megaprojects to pharmaceutical construction logistics • Why curiosity and adaptability matter more than technical expertise alone • Her experiences working across Iraq, Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East • Why communication and collaboration become critical during crises and supply chain disruption • The growing talent gap in project logistics — and why experienced professionals are being overlooked • Why women remain underrepresented in senior project logistics roles 🎥 Recorded in Rotterdam, Netherlands 👉 Connect with Tina on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-benjamin-lea-miex-a1a62610/ For all business enquiries relating to the podcast, email Luke@prospectcomms.co.uk and visit https://www.projectcargopros.com/ About Breakbulk Breakbulk organises the world's largest events for project cargo and breakbulk logistics, bringing together cargo owners, EPCs, carriers, forwarders and ports from across the global supply chain. With flagship events held annually in Dubai, Rotterdam, Houston and Singapore, Breakbulk serves as a key meeting point for networking, deal-making and industry insight. 👉 Visit https://breakbulk.com to find out more about upcoming events and registration. About Our Series Sponsor: Rhenus Project Logistics Global Rhenus delivers turnkey solutions for complex industrial and infrastructure projects worldwide, combining in-house engineering with multi-modal transport and its own asset base. 👉 Visit https://www.rhenus.group/uk/en/project-logistics/ About Our Supporter: Procam Group Procam Group is a leading integrated project logistics company in India specializing in heavy haul, chartering, installation, and project freight. 👉 Visit https://procamgroup.in/

Edgar Monteiro: Scaling LASO Across Europe & Beyond | Project Cargo Professionals

Edgar Monteiro joins Project Cargo Professionals for a riverside conversation in Porto about the rise of LASO Transportes from a Portuguese heavy transport specialist into an increasingly international project cargo player operating across Europe and Africa. In this episode of Voices of Breakbulk Europe, Strategy Director Edgar reflects on LASO’s rapid expansion into markets including Germany, France, Italy, the UK, Morocco and Mozambique — and the strategy behind building a transport business capable of handling some of Europe’s most demanding heavy haul and lifting projects. We discuss the realities of operating oversized transport across multiple jurisdictions, the growing demands of the wind sector, and why investment in fleet, infrastructure and people remains central to LASO’s long-term vision. Edgar also shares insights into Portugal’s industrial base, the challenges facing European transport operators, and how the company is preparing for the next phase of growth in an increasingly complex global market. In this episode: • How LASO expanded from Portugal into major European markets • The thinking behind the company’s €20m-€30m annual investment programme • Why wind energy remains a major growth driver for project cargo • The challenges of permits, driver shortages and cross-border operations in Europe • Inside one of the largest heavy transport operations ever carried out in Lisbon • Why LASO continues to invest heavily in fleet, lifting and infrastructure • Edgar’s view on the future of project cargo, energy and industrial transport in Europe • A local’s guide to Porto — and why the city has changed so dramatically in recent years 🎥 Recorded in Porto, Portugal 👉 Connect with Edgar on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edgar-monteiro-6832251a/ For all business enquires relating to the podcast, email Luke@prospectcomms.co.uk and visit https://www.projectcargopros.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTB3OUtHajhDYXVFb2hVQUNSUXpkbjBPcFZvd3xBQ3Jtc0tsRkdkRE0xQ2pXT1I4N2l1TkcyaXRkdDAxdE9DVVVzbG5OTzA5XzQtR3NfOFB0WFRqUHl4ci1IcUNoYi1zTjdGd3I5WFR3T2I1OFRwRlYxejJvMWRrVW5QT2hQRV9EV3RSWFJLWDhubWtybm03djJZbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.projectcargopros.com%2F&v=9YHI2zh5Hc8] About Breakbulk Breakbulk organises the world's largest events for project cargo and breakbulk logistics, bringing together cargo owners, EPCs, carriers, forwarders and ports from across the global supply chain. With flagship events held annually in Dubai, Rotterdam, Houston and Singapore, Breakbulk serves as a key meeting point for networking, deal-making and industry insight. 👉 Visit https://breakbulk.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0oxa2kxSjBuUW11Q1ZhSTgtYlFJVjByN3h3UXxBQ3Jtc0tsNnJaSVhUVGd4OVhWdHhqenVHYTd4Yi1WVjV2MjZEdW9wNUsxLW1mZUhXcFVuSEpDUUVkMF9FYlNhV01IUGlhTXpZZ2xVXzl6dVVhOWEtay04cExMRmR2a2pYU1QxVGlKMXM1dWN6MjludmNGY3JuNA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbreakbulk.com%2F&v=9YHI2zh5Hc8] to find out more about upcoming events and registration. About Our Series Sponsor: Rhenus Project Logistics Rhenus Project Logistics delivers turnkey solutions for complex industrial and infrastructure projects worldwide, combining in-house engineering with multi-modal transport and its own asset base. 👉 Visit https://www.rhenus.group/uk/en/project-logistics/ About Our Supporter: Procam Group Procam Group is a leading integrated project logistics company in India specializing in heavy haul, chartering, installation, and project freight. 👉 Visit https://procamgroup.in/ [https://procamgroup.in/]

Martin Harren: Risk, Resilience and the Future of Heavy Lift Shipping

Martin Harren rarely gives interviews — so when the owner and CEO of the Harren Group (which includes SAL, SAL Intermarine and Combi Lift) sat down with Project Cargo Professionals in Bremen, it was an opportunity to hear directly from one of the sector’s most influential decision-makers. In this extended episode of Voices of Breakbulk Europe, Martin reflects on an unconventional path into shipping, from operating theatres to running one of the world’s most respected heavy-lift groups. What emerges is a clear philosophy: results matter, risk must be controlled, and survival always comes first. We discuss the strategy behind the Orca Class vessels, why Harren has made bold moves without ever “betting the company”, and how the line between shipowner and freight forwarder is increasingly blurred. Martin also gives a candid view on Germany’s industrial future, the risks facing the business and why, despite everything, he remains optimistic. In this episode: * How a background in surgery shaped Harren’s approach to risk and decision-making * Why maintaining low debt levels is central to long-term survival * The thinking behind the Orca Class — speed, efficiency and flexibility * How SAL, Intermarine and Combi Lift fit together operationally * Why 50%+ exposure to wind is both an opportunity and a risk * His view on Europe’s competitiveness — and what Germany is getting wrong 🎥 Recorded in Bremen, Germany 👉 Connect with Martin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-harren-623051123/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-harren-623051123/] For all business enquires relating to the podcast, email Luke@prospectcomms.co.uk and visit https://www.projectcargopros.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTB3OUtHajhDYXVFb2hVQUNSUXpkbjBPcFZvd3xBQ3Jtc0tsRkdkRE0xQ2pXT1I4N2l1TkcyaXRkdDAxdE9DVVVzbG5OTzA5XzQtR3NfOFB0WFRqUHl4ci1IcUNoYi1zTjdGd3I5WFR3T2I1OFRwRlYxejJvMWRrVW5QT2hQRV9EV3RSWFJLWDhubWtybm03djJZbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.projectcargopros.com%2F&v=9YHI2zh5Hc8] About Breakbulk Breakbulk organises the world's largest events for project cargo and breakbulk logistics, bringing together cargo owners, EPCs, carriers, forwarders and ports from across the global supply chain. With flagship events held annually in Dubai, Rotterdam, Houston and Singapore, Breakbulk serves as a key meeting point for networking, deal-making and industry insight. 👉 Visit https://breakbulk.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0oxa2kxSjBuUW11Q1ZhSTgtYlFJVjByN3h3UXxBQ3Jtc0tsNnJaSVhUVGd4OVhWdHhqenVHYTd4Yi1WVjV2MjZEdW9wNUsxLW1mZUhXcFVuSEpDUUVkMF9FYlNhV01IUGlhTXpZZ2xVXzl6dVVhOWEtay04cExMRmR2a2pYU1QxVGlKMXM1dWN6MjludmNGY3JuNA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbreakbulk.com%2F&v=9YHI2zh5Hc8] to find out more about upcoming events and registration. About Our Series Sponsor: Rhenus Project Logistics Rhenus Project Logistics delivers turnkey solutions for complex industrial and infrastructure projects worldwide, combining in-house engineering with multi-modal transport and its own asset base. 👉 Visit https://www.rhenus.group/uk/en/project-logistics/ About Our Supporter: Procam Group Procam Group is a leading integrated project logistics company in India specializing in heavy haul, chartering, installation, and project freight. 👉 Visit https://procamgroup.in/ [https://procamgroup.in/]

Sameer Parikh’s Final Interview: 35 Years Moving India’s Mega Projects

After 35 years in the project cargo and heavy lift industry, Sameer Parikh joins Project Cargo Professionals host Luke King for his final interview before retirement. Recorded live at Breakbulk Middle East, this conversation reflects on a remarkable career that helped shape some of the most complex logistics projects across India, the Middle East, and beyond. From container operations in the early 1990s to executing massive heavy-lift moves and building one of the most respected specialist companies in the sector, Sameer shares the lessons, challenges, and defining moments from a lifetime in project logistics. Among the highlights discussed: • The early days operating one of Asia’s largest container yards • Moving refinery equipment weighing over 1,500 tons • Delivering mega heavy-lift movements across the Middle East • Managing 30,000 tons of offshore module load-outs in just 65 days • The acquisition of Lift & Shift by JM Baxi Heavy • Leadership lessons from building and trusting high-performing teams He also shares candid advice on acquisitions, leadership, and the future of project cargo — including his view that the sector still produces excellent operators, but too few true leaders — and answers some questions from his peers in India. This episode marks the closing chapter of an extraordinary career and a rare opportunity to hear the reflections of an industry veteran. 🎥 Recorded in Dubai, UAE at Breakbulk Middle East 2026 For sponsorships, partnerships or podcast enquiries: luke@prospectcomms.co.uk About Our Sponsor: MYCRANE MYCRANE is the first global platform for crane rental and purchase, connecting customers with trusted asset owners worldwide. From sourcing crawler, mobile and tower cranes through its online rental platform to purchasing lifting equipment via MYCRANE Trading, the company delivers a seamless, end-to-end crane solution. Combining deep industry expertise with transparent digital processes, MYCRANE gives clients speed, visibility and control across the entire lifting lifecycle. 👉 Visit https://www.my-crane.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWpRNWNteEVIenFZZnpfVGRiUEp4X3NXUGdFZ3xBQ3Jtc0trYk42ckU2NTJNVGhYMy1tYmhkN3l6aTJxdk1Ec05zc2gtaXJEZ2FJTlVOOU53OC1obXdTaTJaRmFVd1czcWpicFU0SkN1S3NWcXhFNVBiWXhNMzFkNDNMVVZfTFdWOTNJb01hRnBrdlVpczUzT1c1Yw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.my-crane.com%2F&v=ugNjSbSLbU4]

Building Saudi Arabia’s Global Project Cargo Hub on the Red Sea | Lars Greiner, RSGT

Lars Greiner, CEO of the multipurpose business at Red Sea Gateway Terminal, joins Project Cargo Professionals to discuss Saudi Arabia’s rapid rise as one of the most important centres for global project cargo. With Vision 2030 mega-projects, mining, manufacturing, infrastructure and energy developments accelerating simultaneously, the Kingdom is driving unprecedented demand for breakbulk, heavy lift and complex logistics — making it a market no logistics professional can afford to ignore. Recorded in Dubai the day after Breakbulk Middle East 2026, Lars shares a strategic, on-the-ground perspective on how Red Sea Gateway Terminal is positioning its west coast ports as future staging hubs between Europe, Africa and Asia, and why multipurpose terminals are becoming critical infrastructure in an era of larger, more complex cargoes. In the final episode of Voices of Breakbulk Middle East, Lars sits down with host Luke King to discuss: • Why Saudi Arabia is emerging as a top tier growth market for project cargo and infrastructure logistics • The modernization of Red Sea ports and their role as logistical springboards for global projects • “Winning the home game first” — building a world-class multipurpose platform before international expansion • How Vision 2030, mining, manufacturing and tourism projects are reshaping cargo flows • The operational reality behind capacity, digitalization and developing local talent in a fast-moving market • The mega-projects reality check: recalibrating timelines, not ambition • Why cooperation between ports and regions will define the next phase of heavy lift and breakbulk logistics Wide-ranging, strategic and highly relevant, this episode closes the Voices of Breakbulk Middle East series with a deep dive into a country that is setting the pace for global project cargo — and the terminal strategy underpinning that growth. 🎥 Recorded in Dubai, UAE 👉 Connect with Lars on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larsgreiner/ For all business enquires relating to the podcast, email Luke@prospectcomms.co.uk and visit https://www.projectcargopros.com/ About Our Partner: Breakbulk Breakbulk organises the world's largest events for project cargo and breakbulk logistics, bringing together cargo owners, EPCs, carriers, forwarders and ports from across the global supply chain. With flagship events held annually in Dubai, Rotterdam, Houston and Singapore, Breakbulk serves as a key meeting point for networking, deal-making and industry insight. 👉 Visit https://breakbulk.com to find out more about upcoming events and registration. About Our Sponsor: SAL SAL is a leading global heavy-lift and project cargo carrier, operating a modern fleet of specialised vessels for complex, high-value transports worldwide. Part of the Harren Group, SAL is recognised for its technical expertise, safety standards and environmental performance, including its new Orca Class vessels. 👉 Visit https://sal.global About Our Sponsor: Hareket Hareket is a global provider of engineered heavy lifting, project transport and crane solutions, supporting major energy, infrastructure and industrial projects across Eurasia, the Middle East and Africa. With decades of experience and a strong international footprint, Hareket is known for delivering complex lifts reliably and safely. 👉 Visit https://www.hareket.com/en/home-page Keywords: project cargo, breakbulk, heavy lift, logistics, EPC logistics, port operations, transport engineering.