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New guidance puts seafarers at centre of decarbonisation

20 May 2025

4 min read

Driven by the findings of an industry-wide survey last year, we have produced a guide providing practical ways to support seafarers’ wellbeing during the zero-carbon transition.

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TALKING POINT: The overlooked experts – Designing yachts with the end user in mind

30 April 2025

1 min read

Meeli Lepik, founder and chief consultant of Holistic Yacht Interiors, discusses why it is essential to factor the needs and welfare of crew into the yacht design process.

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Marlow Navigation launches crew helpline with ISWAN

28 April 2025

1 min read

The dedicated emotional support service will ensure support for Marlow's seafarers is available around the clock.

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From sea to shore – A seafarer’s story

16 April 2025

4 min read

Miha, a Marine People Advisor at Maersk and former seafarer, shares why she chose to transition to a shore-based career and how she supports those considering a career at sea.

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ISWAN advocates for a seafarer-centred future

1 April 2025

5 min read

Listening more closely to seafarers is essential to a safe, sustainable maritime sector, says the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN).

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TALKING POINT: Addressing barriers for women seafarers in Nigeria

27 March 2025

1 min read

Koni Duniya, Founder/President of the Female Seafarers Association of Nigeria (FESAN), discusses gender discrimination and how to bridge the gap between the shipping industry and women seafarers in Nigeria.

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Supporting leaders for safer crews

14 March 2025

2 min read

We spoke to John Beavis, former captain and founder of The Captain’s Coach, about the importance of supporting captains and other senior officers for crew safety and wellbeing.

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Why I stayed in seafaring

24 December 2024

1 min read

By: Elijah Jose C. Barrios

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Why the SIM Project steering group believes social interaction matters

18 December 2024

2 min read

We spoke to three members of the steering group for our Social Interaction Matters (SIM) Project to hear their thoughts on the latest exciting research taking place on board working vessels.

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Spending the holidays at sea

16 December 2024

3 min read

Many seafarers will spend the holidays away from home this year – SeafarerHelp and YachtCrewHelp are available around the clock for seafarers and their families who need someone to talk to.

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