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How to Wrestle Stress At Sea (seafarer's life)
The idea of stress at sea is all the vogue at the moment – but what is stress – is it always bad and how can you spot the warning signs and deal with it?
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On the Right Course: Ships Rudders
Modern shipping is all about change. New vessel shapes, designs, and capabilities are evolving like never before. In our Crewtoo construction series, we look at those technical changes…this time around, we steer in the direction of the rudder.
Read MoreHow To Use Your Maritime Skills Ashore (Seafarers' Choice)
According to some comments on Crewtoo, it seems seafarers are often unaware of some shoreside career opportunities. While even if seafarers know what is on offer when coming ashore some tend to see careers in shipping law and maritime insurance as out of reach. It seems that poor old seafarers are being forgotten and this is a huge missed opportunity for employers. So what can be done to sharpen the skills and open people to new prospects?
You Spin me Right Round: The Marine Propeller
Modern shipping is all about change. New vessel shapes, designs, and capabilities are evolving like never before. In our Crewtoo construction series, we look at those technical changes…this time around, we give props to the propeller.
Read MoreGiving the Cold Games a Warm Welcome
It is time, the Winter Games are here. Usually slips on ships are a bad thing, but with the elite of the global games arriving in South Korea, people will be whooping and cheering for their favourites on the slopes, down the ice runs and on the rink. So, who will be the seafarers’ heroes at Pyeongchang?
Read MoreRoom with a View: The Construction of the Wheelhouse
Modern shipping is all about change. New vessel shapes, designs, and capabilities are evolving like never before. In our Crewtoo construction series, we look at those technical changes…this time around, we visit the wheelhouse.
Read MoreSeafaring A – Z Alphabet – “T” is for…
Let’s get this rolling with: Tanker Tanker Tankers - All ships used to be “general cargo vessels”, they lifted whatever cargo was going and whether it was suitable of not, there was very little in the way of specialisation. Ships plied their trade wherever carried whatever was available.
Where the Power Sits: The Construction of Ship Machinery Spaces
Modern shipping is all about change. New vessel shapes, designs, and capabilities are evolving like never before. In our Crewtoo construction series, we look at those technical changes…this time around, we go to the machinery space.
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How To Avoid And Treat Fish Poisoning (Seafarers’ Pain)
One of the more popular pastimes for many seafarers is fishing. It seems no sooner has the anchor grabbed the bottom, then the lines and hooks are thrown over the side and the angling begins. However...
Top 10 Reasons To Pursue A Career At Sea
People have always gone to sea for many different reasons – for some there is still a sense of adventure, for others the challenge, while some are in for the money - and pay the cost of being away fro...
What To Pack For A Sea Voyage (Advice For Seafarers)
Pack it up, pack it in, let me begin…when you are all set to leave the house to head back to sea it can be a real pain. So what are the essential bits and bobs which every seafarer needs....
How English Language Took Over Shipping
In the multi-cultural maritime world, “Maritime English” is the key to making things happen. But how did it become that way, is it for the best and just how important is it to understand the language...
5 Tips On How To Have Pride In Your Job
It used to be that being a seafarer was something of immense pride – but is this still the case?
Most Famous Sailors of All Time
Whether it's Hollywood, novels, documentaries, or good old fashioned history class, the lives of famous sailors (whether fictional or real) have permeated most parts of popular culture. As a member of...
