Reasons, why you should pursue a career at sea, include good wages, an early understanding of taking responsibility, opportunities to travel, good long term prospects, long holidays and promises you something different from the normal 9 to 5 job. To find out the details about these benefits of a career at sea, click here. This…
Courtney Godfrey, ship operator at BP and former cadet at sea, shares her experience of working in the shipping industry. […] I enjoy the job because it’s ever-changing. I deal with a wide network of contacts, such as charterers, traders, cargo inspectors and even maritime lawyers. The ship operator is the person who knows what is…
The shipping industry offers you one of the most diverse and exciting career paths within industries today. The global marketplace has expanded tremendously. International economies depend upon shipping for sustainability and growth. As international trade increases worldwide, so does the demand for shipping, and along with it, increased opportunities to enter this exciting field. This…
There are seven continents on planet Earth – Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, and South America – and Caroline Sturgeon has been to six of them. That’s thanks in part to her eight-year career as a 3rd mate and a 2nd mate with the Military Sealift Command (MSC). “You can see the world, you can…
There are plenty of exciting careers in the maritime sector to choose from – both on and offshore. As a Deck, Engineering or Electro-technical Officer you could be in charge of operating and managing commercial ships. While becoming a Rating would make the most of your broad seafaring skills – from navigation and engine room maintenance to Catering,…
[…] Why choose the shipping industry? Whether you have previous sailing experience, or you’re completely new to commercial shipping, the industry has such a diverse range of roles that there’s something out there to suit all skillsets. The opportunities within the shipping industry are evolving, too. For example, once viewed as an industry that lagged…
With approximately 90% of international shipping carried by sea and around 50,000 merchant ships transporting cargo from food to fuel, The Merchant Navy is crucial to facilitating global trade, connecting countries, markets and businesses, successfully allowing the exchange of goods and services across the world. There are many different reasons why to choose a career…
There are many reasons why people go to sea: curiosity, challenge, the call for adventure. But do you know that seafaring also offers unique benefits that can’t be found in other careers? While being away from home does have its drawbacks, the high seas offer a world of bounties which make the voyage all worth…
According to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), there is ample evidence that investing in women can have a hugely positive effect. Indeed, it is the most effective way to lift communities, companies, and even countries. Countries with more gender equality have better economic growth. Companies with more women leaders perform better, while peace agreements that…
CrewConnect Global is one of the world’s largest events for the marine human resources (HR) and this year was celebrating its 20th anniversary. More than 600 crewing industry professionals from across the globe headed to the Philippines to find solutions for recruiting, training and protecting the welfare of seafarers in the digital age. One of…
