Season 1 | Episode 12
Transcript
Welcome to Rough Seas the Marine Engineering Podcast.
If you’ve glanced at headlines at all lately, you know the world is changing fast—especially in the world of industry and supply chains.
In this episode we’re joined by Nick Macan, an engineer and executive who’s spent his career in the thick of big challenges—from West African oil projects to Russian sanctions to concrete and now Canadian steel mills.
Nick now leads at Algoma Steel, a company taking bold steps of swapping out coal-fired blast furnaces for electric models, cutting emissions by 70%, and powering a new era of local, sustainable steel.
He and Ben discuss why producing steel close to home matters, the challenges and opportunities of “green steel,” and how strategic procurement can strengthen Canada’s economy and sovereignty.
Nick Macan
Vice President of Procurement at Algoma Steel
Nick Macan is Vice President of Procurement at Algoma Steel, an integrated steel producer based in northern Ontario. Prior to Algoma, Nick held a series of senior procurement and strategy roles at the Irish multinational CRH spanning Canadian and US operations. With over 20 years of global experience in the mining and materials sectors, Nick is passionate about delivering supply chain solutions that are scalable and sustainable. An Industrial Engineer by training, he also holds a Master of Engineering in Logistics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Greenlight Analytical’s Breakthrough in Cannabis Product Development and Analysis
Greenlight Analytical eliminates the guesswork from indoor agriculture and cannabis production by providing real-time information needed to adjust the growing environment and inputs. Their easy-to-use, accurate cannabis analyzer, the HarvestIQ, measures the chemical profile of plants as they grow.
Prototyping and Product Development with Start-up Prosaris
Prosaris is a leading provider of ultrasonic leak detection solutions, offering advanced detectors and a comprehensive leak management platform. Their mission is to combat energy waste caused by compressed air leaks, providing cost-effective and efficient solutions to optimize systems, reduce energy waste, and improve operational efficiency.
Remote Product Development Revolutionizes Electronic Gaming Tables for Jackpot Digital
Jackpot Digital Inc. is a leader in the development of electronic gaming tables and mobile gaming platforms for the cruise ship and regulated casino markets. With over a decade of industry experience, the company specializes in multi-player digital and casino gaming products, including state-of-the-art electronic poker and casino game tables.
Next-Gen Defense Product Design & Development for Realistic Hoist Training Experiences
Based in Nova Scotia, Canada, Bluedrop Training & Simulation Inc. is a leading provider of advanced training solutions tailored for the aerospace and defense sectors. The company specializes in the development of interactive courseware and state-of-the-art virtual and augmented reality training systems.