**[Original Video Description]**
Join us for an insightful interview with Dipali Kuchekar, Product Manager at Lloyd’s Register, as she explores the intersection of technology and diversity in the #maritimeindustry. Dipali delves into the fascinating world of autonomous vessels and reduced manned ships, offering insights into the activity within the Middle East region. She outlines how Lloyd’s Register is pioneering autonomy in the industry and shares the available frameworks for assurance. Looking ahead, Dipali discusses how she anticipates technology to evolve in the next five years and offers advice on how regulators can encourage safe development of autonomy in shipping. The conversation takes a turn towards Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging. Discover why these principles are vital to Lloyd’s Register, and learn about the tangible impact #diversity initiatives have had on the Middle East shipping sector. As a bonus, find out what message Dipali would share with the entire maritime industry if given the chance. This interview is a must-watch for maritime professionals and anyone interested in the future of the industry. Tune in now!
**[Edited Video Description]**
Join us for an insightful interview with Dipali Kuchekar, product manager at Lloyd’s Register, as she explores the fascinating intersection of technology and diversity in the maritime industry[^1^]. Dipali provides valuable insights into the activity surrounding autonomous vessels and reduced manned ships in the Middle East region[^1^]. She shares how Lloyd’s Register is at the forefront of pioneering autonomous technology in the industry and discusses the available assurance frameworks[^1^]. Additionally, Dipali offers her predictions for the future development of technology in the maritime sector and provides advice on how regulators can promote safe autonomy in shipping[^1^].
The conversation also delves into the importance of diversity, inclusion, and belonging at Lloyd’s Register[^1^]. Discover why these principles are vital to the organization and learn about the tangible impact diversity initiatives have had on the Middle East shipping sector[^1^]. As a bonus, Dipali shares a message she would like to convey to the entire maritime industry[^1^].
This must-watch interview is essential for maritime professionals looking to stay informed about the future of the industry[^1^].
Subscribe to our newsletter for more maritime news and updates[^2^].
**Timestamps:**
– 00:00:00 Intro
– 00:00:10 Part of your role covers autonomous vessels and reduced manned ships. Is there much activity in that area within the Middle East region?
– 00:01:27 How is Lloyd’s Register approaching autonomy in the industry and what framework is available for assurance?
– 00:03:06 How do you expect that technology to develop over the next five years, and what can regulators do to foster safe development of autonomy in shipping?
– 00:06:25 Your role also encompasses Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging. How important do you feel Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging is to Lloyd’s Register?
– 00:07:47 Have you seen impact from Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging initiatives in the Middle East shipping sector?[^2^]
**Keywords/Tags:**
[vimeo, maritime industry, technology, diversity, autonomous vessels, reduced manned ships, Middle East region, Lloyd’s Register, assurance frameworks, future technology, regulators, safe development, shipping, diversity initiatives, belonging, maritime professionals]
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**Sources:**
[^1^]: [Lloyd’s Register](https://www.lr.org/)
[^2^]: [Seatrade Maritime News](https://www.seatrade-maritime.com/)
Join us for an insightful interview with Dipali Kuchekar, Product Manager at Lloyd’s Register, as she explores the intersection of technology and diversity in the #maritimeindustry.
Dipali delves into the fascinating world of autonomous vessels and reduced manned ships, offering insights into the activity within the Middle East region. She outlines how Lloyd’s Register is pioneering autonomy in the industry and shares the available frameworks for assurance.
Looking ahead, Dipali discusses how she anticipates technology to evolve in the next five years and offers advice on how regulators can encourage safe development of autonomy in shipping.
The conversation takes a turn towards Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging. Discover why these principles are vital to Lloyd’s Register, and learn about the tangible impact #diversity initiatives have had on the Middle East shipping sector.
As a bonus, find out what message Dipali would share with the entire maritime industry if given the chance. This interview is a must-watch for maritime professionals and anyone interested in the future of the industry. Tune in now!
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:10 Part of your role covers autonomous vessels and reduced manned ships. Is there much activity in that area within the Middle East region?
00:01:27 How is Lloyd’s Register approaching autonomy in the industry and what framework is available assurance?
00:03:06 How do you expect that technology to develop over the next five years, and what can regulators do to foster safe development of autonomy in shipping?
00:06:25 Your role also encompasses Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging. How important do you feel Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging is to LR?
00:07:47 Have you seen impact from Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging initiatives in the Middle East shipping sector?
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