Feb 3, 2021 | Communication, Documents, Seaman Narrative, Training Tips
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) adapted its training requirements for maritime institutions to include blended learning or hybrid learning. As I wrote on my other article, hybrid learning is a combination of online learning...
Last updated Sep 21, 2020 | Communication
Data SIM cards are modern life savers. Whether you are travelling for business, work or pleasure, having an easy way to connect with friends and loved ones is paramount. As a seafarer, you can stay connected on any country’s network with ease using international data...
Last updated Jul 6, 2020 | Communication, Home, Life Lessons, Seaman Narrative
Much have change since I started out my sailing career way back September 2009. A few months more and I’ll be 10 years in this industry. Yet a few years longer and I’ll leave this pelagic life to the next generation of young, ambitious seadogs. Seafaring is not my...
Last updated May 28, 2019 | Communication, Documents, Home, Jobs and Tips, Seaman Narrative
Seasoned seafarers know that having a C1/D US Visa is a huge plus on our employment. Most shipping agencies nowadays prefer to hire seafarers with Schengen Visa and US Visa. Both are very enticing to them especially the latter one. However, it is not always glorious...
Apr 24, 2019 | Best Memories, Communication, Life Lessons, Seaman Narrative
Free roaming internet is something close to fantasy nowadays. It’s quite unbelievable if telecommunication networks provide you with this privilege. If such thing exists, it would be very useful for seamen. And its a discovery worth sharing for. We all know that...
Last updated Nov 7, 2018 | Best Memories, Communication
We all do it. Every port, our number one concern when the ship is alongside is internet SIM cards and where to buy them. Seafarers don’t want women anymore! We junked those myths overboard already. Having an internet connection is like having an orgasm but lasts...
