Tag: training

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.

Greater attention and investment to support crews is required for seafaring to remain an attractive profession and for a resilient industry, writes Captain Pradeep Chawla, CEO of MarinePALS.

On September 18, 2024, Folk Maritime Services and the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers - Middle East Chapter (ICS ME) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance maritime training in the Middle East. 

Women leaders from Southeast Asia's maritime sector recently completed a comprehensive IMO training course focused on green shipping technologies and digitalization.

The Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS) and MarinePALS have collaborated to offer a series of six physiotherapy videos, titled ‘Fit and Healthy at Sea,’ which include exercises intended to help reduce the risk of common injuries among seafarers, to help prevent work-related injuries and bolster musculoskeletal health.