Apr 6, 2022 | Best Memories, Documents, Home, Jobs and Tips
in the Bridge standing orders are set of rules that anyone on the bridge team must follow. It consists of guidelines aiding the Officer of the Watch in his decision making during navigation. Navigation looks pretty easy on the surface. However, going into the details...
Apr 4, 2022 | Jobs and Tips
The Chief Officer, also called Chief Mate, holds one of the biggest responsibilities on board. He is the second in command after the Master. That being said, he deputizes for the Master in the event of his absence or incapacitation. Being a Chief Mate sounds cool....
Apr 2, 2022 | Jobs and Tips
One of the many jobs seafarers should consider on shore is to become a Dean in a maritime college. Specifically, this profession suits management level officers and engineers. If you want to retire your sea life while taking advantage of your rank, seek a position of...
Last updated Mar 23, 2022 | Jobs and Tips, Ships
Nautical and marine graduates have other career opportunities available aside from becoming a seafarer. You don’t have to blindly follow the crowd and take the path most taken. Its already overcrowded and many gave up that idea due to desperation. Besides, we...
Last updated Mar 17, 2022 | Best Memories, Documents, Jobs and Tips
The ocean is not for the faint-hearted. And that’s where heroes are made. Since 2007, the IMO awarded individuals who displayed exceptional bravery at sea under extreme situations. These people put their lives on the line to rescue others in distress or prevent a...
Last updated Mar 15, 2022 | Documents, Home, Jobs and Tips, Life Lessons, Ships, Training Tips
The Master, as a shipboard manager, is in overall command of the vessel and personnel on board. Being the highest ranking person, his duties and responsibilities covers the whole ship. Technically, the Master is the “owner’s representative”. He is...
