Martide Blog – Page 37 of 62

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Life on a Merchant Ship: The Perfect Menu for a Happy Crew

A good ship's menu can boost morale and make crew less homesick. Learn the secrets to a delicious, diverse menu that caters to all onboard.

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11 Ways to Stay Physically & Mentally Fit Onboard

Are you staying fit & healthy when working at sea? What about mental health? Are you looking after your mind when you're working as a seafarer?

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What is World Social Media Day All About?

June 30th is World Social Media Day which highlights the positive impact of social media. How does this effect seafarers & maritime recruitment?

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Everything You Need to Know About Cable Laying Ships

Want to know what a cable laying ship is? Cable ships are deep sea going vessels which are designed to lay underwater cables on the sea bed.

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Nautical Terms That Begin with the Letters N & O

If you've ever wanted to know what some of the expressions used by seafarers and others in the maritime industry mean, this is the blog for you.

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National Maritime Day USA: Facts & Stats

Every year on May 22nd the USA celebrates National Maritime Day, so we thought we'd look at some facts and stats about the U.S. merchant marines.

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The International Day for Women in Maritime 2023

May 18th is the International Day for Women in Maritime. Find out what that means and what the theme for the 2023 International Women in Maritime Day is.

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6 Tips for Managing Overly-Emotional Crew & Employees

What do you do when someone in your office or on one of your vessels is either always crying or throwing tantrums? Our 6 tips help you deal!

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Why Do Ships Use Port & Starboard?

Why do ships use port & starboard instead of left & right? How do you remember which is port & which is starboard? Our blog post has the answers!