Interlinks is a program about business. technology and globalization. In each episode, I have a sit-down conversation with a person from the world of business, politics, or academia to understand from their perspective how the great trends of our time, namely - geopolitical fragmentation, demographic change, digital transformation, and climate change - are affecting their life, work, and view of the world. The conversations with my invitees from all over the world are wide ranging touching on both the professional and the personal aspects of their experience. International Business, Supply Chain, Globalized Economy, Geopolitical Fragmentation, Climate Change, Digital Transformation, Demographic Stagnation.
Patrick Daly
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Interlinks is a program about business. technology and globalization. In each episode, I have a sit-down conversation with a person from the world of business, politics, or academia to understand from their perspective how the great trends of our time, namely - geopolitical fragmentation, demographic change, digital transformation, and climate change - are affecting their life, work, and view of the world. The conversations with my invitees from all over the world are wide ranging touching on both the professional and the personal aspects of their experience. International Business, Supply Chain, Globalized Economy, Geopolitical Fragmentation, Climate Change, Digital Transformation, Demographic Stagnation.
Patrick Daly
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🎙️ Episode Title:
Adapting Supply Chains in a Disrupted Global Landscape
🧑‍💼 Guest:
Howard Knott, Project Director at the Irish Exporters Association and columnist at Fleet Transport Magazine.
📦 Episode Overview:
In this episode of Interlinks, I speak with Howard Knott—veteran logistics expert and commentator—about the evolving realities of global supply chains and their significance for Ireland’s export-driven economy. With decades of experience in maritime logistics, rail freight, and industry advocacy, Howard shares a seasoned perspective on how Irish and international businesses are adapting to unprecedented global disruption.
We explore the long arc of change from the 1970s—when containerization and EU integration began transforming Irish trade—through to today’s volatile environment shaped by:
Howard notes:
“People don’t become comfortable doing things the way they always did anymore. That’s a good thing.”
and
“Rail freight offers environmental and economic advantages—and it’s becoming fashionable again.”
🔊 Listen now to hear how strategic adaptability is shaping the next phase of supply chain management in Ireland and beyond.
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