Tag: communication onboard

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.

Britannia P&I Club and CONOVAH explore the impact of proper and clear communication to minimize dangers in safety-critical situations. 

Resolution MSC.496(105) adopted modifications to SOLAS Chapter IV, effective from 1st January 2024. These changes facilitate the utilization of modern GMDSS communication systems, rendering the obsolete ones outdated.

As part of their Leading for Safety guidelines, the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (UK MCA) presents key reasons why good communication and building a positive team environment are crucial to creating a safe workplace.

Social interaction is important for seafarers onboard their vessels as it supports their psychological well-being, promotes crew cohesion and teamwork, reduces stress, facilitates knowledge exchange, and fosters cultural and social adaptation.

Despite the rise of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite networks, there will still be a place for traditional communication solutions such as email in the increasingly connected and digital maritime industry. Alex Zervos, Regional Head of Development at GTMaritime, explains why.

Can cultural diversity create connection instead of isolation? In the following article, Green Jakobsen talks about a crucial aspect that can either create bonds or cause social isolation and impact the mental health of seafarers.

Officer supply shortfall has reached a record high and is not expected to improve, leading to manning cost inflation, according to the latest Manning Annual Review and Forecast 2023/2024 report published by global shipping consultancy Drewry.

The IMO Navigation, Communications, and Search and Rescue Sub-Committee (NCSR) 10 (10-19 May) made progress on matters regarding maritime safety information. 

According to LLoyd's Register, a product alert has been issued for the Thrane & Thrane Long Range Identification and Tracking (LRIT) units, model TT-3026X. Since 26 March 2023, the Global Positioning System (GPS) modules of older TT-3026X models have not been working properly after a change in the GPS navigation message signals (GPS rollover).