Martide Blog – Page 26 of 63

a man working in a port management job in a container terminal

Shore-Based Maritime Jobs: Port & Harbor Management Jobs

Interested in shored-based maritime jobs? Want a maritime job on land after working at sea? Read on to find out all about port management jobs.

lifejackets

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Life Jackets

According to the dictionary, a life jacket is a life preserver in the form of a buoyant jacket. This sleeveless inflatable jacket is also known as a personal flotation device and it aims to prevent drowning by keeping the wearer afloat when water-related accidents occur.

A female shipbroker at a port talking on her cellphone

Shore-Based Maritime Jobs: What is a Shipbroker Job?

Thinking about a career in a shore-based maritime job? Ever wondered what a shipbroker does? Read our guide to shipbroking jobs and find out!

cruise ships in a harbor

Everything You Need to Know About Cruise Ships

A cruise ship is a passenger ship that sails to a number of different destinations. The pleasure of the voyage being the point. Cruise ships are synonymous with being luxury vessels & their amenities, activities, dining options & entertainment are all created with the passenger experience in mind

a man working in a maritime job on the bridge and using his radio

Why Critical Decision-Making Skills are Vital in Maritime Jobs

In the shipping industry decision-making skills are not just important, they're critical. Here's why anyone working in a maritime job needs them.

A ghost ship in stormy seas

The Mysterious World of Ghost Ships & Some Famous Examples

Ever wondered what a ghost ship is and how it became a phantom vessel? Looking for famous ghost ships and their tales? Read our spooky blog post!

A man working in a Marine Surveyors job in a port

Shore-Based Maritime Jobs: How to Become a Marine Surveyor

Interested in a maritime industry career but don't want to work at sea? Marine Surveyor jobs are just one of the many shore-based maritime jobs.

Two seafarers undertaking training in a mini container ship

How Mini Cargo Ships Help Cadets Navigate Maritime Careers

Simulators, time at sea and maritime academies are all ways cadets gain experience before working at sea. Now say hello to miniature cargo ships!

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Come and Hang Out with Martide on Social Media!

Martide are on social media. Why not come on over and say hello, like and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and LinkedIn? We post blogs, tips and tricks, seafarer quotes, news and points of interest in the maritime industry - and of course our latest seafarer jobs!