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A diverse group of seafarers wearing safety gear on the deck of a ship

Stay Safe at Sea: A Seafarer's Guide for World Safety Day

Staying safe at sea as well as protecting your health are both crucial for a successful maritime job contract. Our tips tell you how to do both.

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Safety at Sea Starts on Shore: A Guide for Maritime Employers

How can you, as a maritime employer, ensure your crews are not only safe while onboard your ships but healthy too? Use our checklist to find out.

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What Will Ship Fuel Be Replaced With? Future Fuels Explained

With shipping currently accounting for around 3 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, a need for alternative fuels is more urgent than ever.

An LPG carrier docked in a port at sundown

How Do Gas Carriers Work? The Complete Lowdown

How much do you know about gas carrier ships, their cargo and their trade routes? If the answer is 'not a lot' you need to read our blog post!

The deck of a chemical tanker as seen from the ship's bridge as it sails towards a rainbow

How Do Chemical Tankers Work? A Practical Guide

Chemical tankers are specialized vessels designed to transport a wide range of liquid chemicals across the world's oceans. Read on to learn more.

An oil tanker on the ocean as seen from above

How Do Oil Tankers Work? A Complete Guide

Oil tankers are some of the most important vessels in global trade. Ever wondered how they work and what their main trade routes are? Read on.

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Crew Manager Guide to Interview Invitation Emails in Maritime Recruitment

Crew Manager & Manning Agent guide to writing interview invitation emails to make maritime recruitment processes quicker - with sample templates!

A container ship de-ballasting into the ocean at sunset

Everything You Need to Know About Ballasting & De-Ballasting

Ever wondered how ships stay stable in rough seas or when they're empty of cargo? That's thanks to ballasting! Read on to find out all about it.

Crew members standing on the deck of a vessel wearing firefighting gear

What Are Fire Drills on Ships: Everything You Need to Know

Fire drills on commercial vessels must be executed quickly and correctly. But what are fire drills exactly? Our blog has all of the answers.