Captain Bill Schubert
President International Trade & Transportation, Inc
Captain Schubert has dedicated nearly the entirety of his career to the export trade financing and
shipping industries. In 1995, he established IT&T to provide tied ECA consulting services to
project sponsors and their financial advisors, EPC contractors, and lending institutions.
He was a cofounder of the US Exporters Competitive Maritime Council (ECMC) in 1998 and continues to receive accolades for his leadership in the industry. Captain Schuber had the honor to receive the Breakbulk Lifetime Achievement Award. The United States Senate unanimously confirmed the President's nomination of Captain Schubert as Maritime Administrator on December 6. 2001, and he continues on a bipartisan basis to advocate for sound US Maritime Policies.
2025 Event Agenda Sessions
Industry Legends: 35 Years of Breakbulk and Beyond
As Breakbulk Americas celebrates its 35th anniversary, we bring together industry pioneers who helped shape the event – and the breakbulk and project cargo sector itself. These legends will share stories from the earliest editions of Breakbulk Americas, chart how the industry has evolved, and offer timeless insights for today’s professionals. From the days of faxes and clipboards to AI, automation, and ESG mandates – this is a rare look at where we’ve been, and where we’re headed.
Wednesday 01 October 16:15 - 16:45 Main Stage
Info, Education & Networking
As Breakbulk Americas celebrates its 35th anniversary, we bring together industry pioneers who helped shape the event – and the breakbulk and project cargo sector itself. These legends will share stories from the earliest editions of Breakbulk Americas, chart how the industry has evolved, and offer timeless insights for today’s professionals. From the days of faxes and clipboards to AI, automation, and ESG mandates – this is a rare look at where we’ve been, and where we’re headed.
Main Stage America/Chicago





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