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STCW Certificates — What Panama and Liberia Really Require

STCW Certificates — What Panama and Liberia Really Require

1 | Why this matters Crewing departments often struggle to track which certificates need a flag endorsement and which are simply carried on board. The two largest open...

14 June 2025
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Reducing the maritime industry’s environmental footprint: ISO 14001, innovation, and controversies

Reducing the maritime industry’s environmental footprint: ISO 14001, innovation, and controversies

Introduction  The global maritime industry faces a profound environmental challenge. Ships carry over 80% of world trade but produce a significant share of pollution, including roughly...

25 April 2025
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INMARSAT is not the only GMDSS satellite service! New amendments to SOLAS Chapter IV on GMDSS

INMARSAT is not the only GMDSS satellite service! New amendments to SOLAS Chapter IV on GMDSS

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has revised the SOLAS Chapter IV requirements for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) to reflect advancements in technology and to...

17 January 2024
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E-mail etiquette in maritime industry: best practices

E-mail etiquette in maritime industry: best practices

Email is one of the most common and important forms of communication in the modern world, especially for businesses that operate across borders and oceans. However, email etiquette can vary depending...

24 July 2023
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Maritime Safety Guide

Maritime Safety Guide

Nearly all world industries rely heavily on maritime shipping. Former Secretary-General of the United Nations Ban Ki‑moon once quipped, “Maritime transport is the backbone of global trade...

19 July 2023
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STCW Maritime Security Training - which one do you need?

STCW Maritime Security Training - which one do you need?

Maritime security is a vital aspect of the shipping industry, as it protects the lives and property of seafarers, passengers, cargo, and port facilities from various threats and risks. To ensure...

24 May 2023
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SIRE 2.0: A New Era for Tanker Vetting

SIRE 2.0: A New Era for Tanker Vetting

Tanker vetting is a vital process for ensuring the safety, quality and environmental performance of vessels in the maritime industry. The Ship Inspection Report Programme (SIRE) is one of the most...

6 May 2023
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Conflict resolution competence - why is it essential for maritime safety?

Conflict resolution competence - why is it essential for maritime safety?

In recent years, the quality of communication and interaction among the ship’s crew has become a key factor for navigational safety. Many accidents in the fleet are not caused by technical...

1 May 2023
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Confidential Human Factors Incident Reporting Programme (CHIRP)

Confidential Human Factors Incident Reporting Programme (CHIRP)

What can be more valuable than learning from experience? Sadly but true, but learning from mistakes or incidents.  Incidents make us rethink our day-to-day practices, get out of our...

10 January 2023
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