When Crewtoo developed the “Seafarer Pyramid” of the key issues which affect life at sea and as a seafarer, it was clear that “self-actualisation” was always going to be a tough area to address. Just how do you fulfil your potential and develop yourself and career? One way is through mentoring and coaching…
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Health – Health, Wealth and Happiness – these are the three supposed pillars of a good life, and who could argue. Sadly it seems the issue of health at sea is something of a controversial issue of late. Despite the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) making life better for seafarers, the message isn’t always getting through when it comes to the health and wellbeing of those at sea.
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Galley - The galley is the compartment of a ship, train, or aircraft where food is cooked and prepared. It can also refer to a land-based kitchen on a naval base, or to a particular design of a household kitchen.
Read MoreHere are five highly effective and well-researched tips that will put you on the right course, not just on a ship, but in life.
Fatigue - Fatigue is not some vague concept to be confused with feeling a bit tired. At sea it is becoming ever more important and problematic. Fatigue is a recognised and serious medical concern, and is all about the physical and/or mental state of being tired and weak.
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ECDIS - An electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS) is a geographic information system used for nautical navigation that complies with International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations as an alternative to paper nautical charts.
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Ballast – Ships are funny things, when they are not eager to sink or run aground, they have a worrying propensity to topple over. Stability is a science and art, and has been vexing seafarers for centuries.
Read MoreDavy Jones – The infamous Davy Jones’ locker is an idiom often used by seafarers referring to the bottom of the sea. It is used as a euphemism for drowning or shipwrecks in which seafarers and unfortunate vessels are consigned to the deep, and sent to Davy Jones' Locker.
Canals – From ancient civilisations, through to the Industrial Revolution, and now in our era of globalisation – there is one thing which has always gone hand in hand with ships…canals.
Read MorePeople 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...
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....
You don’t just go away to sea for the money – but let’s face it, it helps. So what can you do to make sure you earn as much as possible, but also save and invest wisely too? No point working yourself ...
One of the most challenging aspects of life at sea is to somehow keep relationships and friendships alive despite being away so often. Communication via the internet can help those fortunate enough to...
There has been a massive evolution in different vessel designs – back in the day all vessels were created to the same basic template, and no matter what they ended up doing it was a similar pattern. B...
Every year the International Maritime Organization (IMO) celebrates World Maritime Day. A special day or celebration and recognition for the importance of shipping safety, maritime security and the ma...
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