Adrian Calder

Adrian Calder writes about the quiet mechanics of power-how supply chains, energy systems, and advanced technologies shape the fate of nations. His work blends on-the-ground observation from ports, refineries, and semiconductor hubs with clear, systems-level analysis for thoughtful general readers and practitioners alike. Over years of studying sanctions, chokepoints, and infrastructure risk, he has briefed business leaders, policy teams, and journalists on resilience and economic statecraft....See more

Adrian Calder writes about the quiet mechanics of power-how supply chains, energy systems, and advanced technologies shape the fate of nations. His work blends on-the-ground observation from ports, refineries, and semiconductor hubs with clear, systems-level analysis for thoughtful general readers and practitioners alike. Over years of studying sanctions, chokepoints, and infrastructure risk, he has briefed business leaders, policy teams, and journalists on resilience and economic statecraft. Calder's guiding question-who controls what moves-drives his inquiry across energy, food, and chips, and animates his commitment to helping readers see the hidden contests that decide tomorrow's headlines. See less