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The NAVDAT (Navigational Data) system is designed to broadcast digital messages to ships at sea using both Medium Frequency (MF) and High Frequency (HF) bands. Specifically, it operates on the 500 kHz frequency in the MF band and the 4226 kHz frequency in the HF band, along with other maritime frequencies allocated for NAVDAT use.

During the 2025 SAFETY4SEA Manila Forum, Leo M.  Bolivar, Country Manager, International Registries (Far East) Limited, emphasized that developing core soft skills is essential for competency in the evolving shipping industry.

Elcome International has introduced a high-speed internet service which is changing how ship managers provide internet access at sea. Over 30,000 seafarers have already used the pay-as-you-go service since its launch in September 2024.

It is often said “If you want to go quickly, go alone, but if you want to go far, go together.” The positive effect of teamwork is not big news for business world, with far-sighted companies spending millions on team building strategies for years, but the transforming post-pandemic corporate landscape requires an even bigger focus on soft skills development.

Effective communication skills are crucial for every person in order to succeed in many aspects of their life. As a matter of fact, many jobs require strong communication skills, while people with good communication skills usually enjoy better interpersonal relationships

Team communication is the foundation of team collaboration. To work together, you must communicate. To work together well, you have to make sure your team communication is stellar. Regardless of the type of team and its tasks, all team members need to interact and exchange information in order to achieve their goals.

New VHF marine radios are now displaying four-digit channel numbers in place of the older two-digit channel number ending with the letter “A”, to better harmonized U.S. use of VHF maritime mobile band with international use of the band, the USCG informed in a recent alert.

As part of a recent initiative, ISWAN highlights that ''being an ally isn’t just a way to support your fellow crew members, it’s a way to support yourself too''. Being an ally, and feeling that others are your allies, builds friendships and networks of support and makes the journey easier for everyone.

How can we strike the perfect balance between using social media for connection and self-expression while maintaining our overall wellness? In an age where our screens are flooded with endless notifications, highlights, and comparisons, it can be challenging to navigate the fine line between staying informed and becoming overwhelmed.

In the contemporary information-driven global economy, the significance of soft skills in the recruitment process is on the rise. These skills play a pivotal role in shaping interpersonal relationships among colleagues, consequently influencing the effectiveness of their efforts.