Martide Blog – Page 5 of 63

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How Maritime Businesses Can Navigate Tough Times and Thrive Again

Do you feel like your maritime business has reached a plateau? If so it's time to take action. Our blog has the tips to help you restart your growth.

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Anchors Aweigh: Famous Brands with Nautical Logos

From clothing to coffee shops, nautical branding is everywhere. We explore brands with maritime logos, even if they have nothing to do with the sea!

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How Maritime Employers Can Build Onboarding Packets That Prepare Crews for Success

Maritime employers play a critical role in shaping a seafarer's first experience with a vessel. And that's where onboarding packets come in.

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How to Find Meaning and Happiness in Your Career at Sea

March 20th is the International Day of Happiness, so we're looking at ways you can be proud of your seafarer job - and make life onboard happier.

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How Crew Managers Can Create Happier Ships: A Checklist

As a Crew Manager, how can you make your commercial ships happier, safer and more productive workplaces? Read our blog which includes a checklist.

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Everything You Need to Know About Naval Architect Jobs

Thinking about a shore-based career in the maritime industry? Interested in engineering and shipping? Naval Architect may be the job for you.

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International Women's Day: Gender Equality in the Maritime Industry

March 8th is International Women's Day but while progress is made elsewhere, maritime is still one of the world's most male-dominated sectors. 

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Everything You Need to Know About Nautical Miles & Knots

Need to convert nautical miles to land miles? Want to know what the difference is? Want to understand how knots work? Our blog has the answers.

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What Do Container Ships Carry: Everything You Need to Know

From the shoes you're wearing to the food you ate for lunch to the device you're reading this on, chances are they were all shipped by container.