Tag: training

During the 2024 SAFETY4SEA Singapore Forum, Capt. Sofyani Faisol, Manager Crewing Tanker, Pertamina Marine Solutions, stressed the importance of providing better wages and safe working conditions onboard, as well as addressing seafarers’ mental health and well-being.

Most people would probably agree that resilience is the ability of a person or organization to remain focused on their main goals and prove sustainable when things get really challenging, writes Capt. Charis Kanellopoulos, Safety, Quality & Vetting Manager / DPA, Sun Enterprises Ltd.

TT Club, as part of their TT Talks series, tackles the subject of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and its overall importance on protecting crew members, underscoring the role of training on the appropriate use of PPE. 

As the maritime industry undergoes radical transformations driven by technological advancements, the need for a workforce equipped with strong soft skills becomes increasingly vital. Panelists at the 2024 Crew Welfare Week emphasized that investing in soft skills training is essential for fostering adaptability, communication, and teamwork among crew members.

A new IMO e-learning course has been launched to support all stakeholders in the maritime supply chain to address wildlife trafficking by ship. 

Dr. Conklin, who inspired the five principles of Human & Organizational Performance (HOP), emphasizes that learning is the most powerful tool a safety professional can use. This HOP principle underscores the importance of learning as a key component in building system reliability.

The Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN) has received two-year project funding from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) under the "Doing Business with Integrity" initiative, part of USAID’s Countering Transnational Corruption Grand Challenge.

In an era where digital transformation is reshaping industries across the globe, the maritime sector, known for its deep-rooted traditions, finds itself on the cusp of a technological revolution, argues Paul Munro, Innovation Director at Mintra.

Dr. Momoko Kitada, Professor and Head of Maritime Education & Training at the World Maritime University (WMU), emphasizes the need for a shift from quantity to quality to attract and retain the future maritime workforce. A key priority in this effort is making the maritime industry appealing to future generations considering maritime careers.

Stella Maris has announced the launch of a financial resilience training programme for the Ukrainian seafarers and their families. The course will cover the basics of personal finance, future financial planning, managing income, expenses and savings, and a guide to pensions.