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Have you ever wondered what the Dark Fleet is? Also known as Shadow Fleet, our blog looks at both the maritime meaning - and the sci-fi version!

With August 7th being National Lighthouse Day in the USA we thought it was a good time to shine a spotlight on the history of the lighthouse!

Ever wondered what bunkering is, how it got its name and what fuels most modern commercial ships use? Keep on reading as we have the answers!

Why did ships used to set sail with a ship's cat onboard? Our blog looks at the history of the ship's cat and sees why it was part of the crew.

Maritime crewing software systems are essential for more efficient maritime recruitment and growing a candidate database. Here's why. Read more.

How do cargo and container ships and tankers stay afloat and maintain a degree of stability when seas are rough and unforgiving? Find out here!

Crew management can be tricky due to language barriers. Read Martide's tips for Crew Managers to help stop any lost in translation issues!

On July 25th World Drowning Prevention Day is held to raise awareness of the global drowning epidemic and to promote drowning prevention measures

How fit must you be to work in a job at sea? It depends. Read this post to find out if you need to hit the gym before starting a maritime career!