Tag: Maritime Knowledge

Robin Sharma’s book redefines the concept of wealth, focusing on a holistic approach towards what truly matters in life: personal growth, meaningful relationships, and living with purpose.

The "Chaplaincy and Seafarers: Faith at Work" publication offers a thorough exploration of the interplay between faith and maritime life, authored by Helen Sampson, Nelson Turgo, Wendy Cadge, and Sophie Gilliat-Ray.

The 2024 edition of the "ECDIS Passage Planning and Watchkeeping" book by Witherbys is an essential resource for maritime professionals navigating the complexities of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS).

ISWAN highlights that the maritime sector must be willing to invest more in seafarers’ working conditions and wellbeing in order to make the sector sustainable in the long term. In that regard, the organization has recently revealed an action plan suggesting effective solutions to the maritime recruitment and retention crisis.

A common requirement from all vetting bodies (RiSQ 3.0, SIRE 2.0, DryBMS, TMSA, etc.) is the existence of an Engine Room Manning Matrix, similar to the Bridge Manning Matrix. The significant difference is that the Bridge must always be manned, while most Engine Rooms operate in an Unmanned Status for some periods of the day.

Emotional Intelligence 2.0, authored by Travis Bradberry and Jean Greaves, is an insightful dive into emotional intelligence. It builds upon the foundational principles of emotional intelligence, aiming to make the concept more accessible and practical for readers seeking personal and professional development.

Dale Carnegie’s classic, "How to Win Friends and Influence People," published in 1936, offers timeless advice on improving interpersonal skills and fostering genuine relationships, divided into four key parts.

NorthStandard P&I Club has published a guide on "Bulk Cargo Liquefaction and Dynamic Separation", exploring the phenomenon and presenting best practices to mitigate its impact. 

This book by Dr. Michael C. Morales, President, Mitsui OSK Lines-Magsaysay Maritime Academy, is a practical manual on transformative leadership. The author, drawing from his extensive experience in military, missionary, and academic roles, presents a refreshing approach to leadership development tailored for the modern era.

Change is an inevitable part of life, yet many of us find it difficult to adapt and navigate through it. In "Who Moved My Cheese?", Spencer Johnson presents a simple yet profoundly insightful allegory that offers a fresh perspective on dealing with change, both in the workplace and in personal life.