Training

Dr. Edmund Hughes has thrown down the gauntlet regarding the maritime industry’s approach to decarbonisation, spotlighting an often-overlooked but critical element: the human factor. As the industry stands at a crossroads, it’s clear that the journey

The recent 7th Association of African Maritime Administrators (AAMA) Conference in Dar es Salaam marked a pivotal moment for maritime governance in Africa. With the winds of change blowing through the sector, member states have come together to forge

The recent memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and MISC marks a pivotal moment in the maritime industry’s journey toward digital transformation. This collaboration is not just a handshake agree

Kongsberg Digital’s recent partnership with Transnet SOC Ltd marks a pivotal moment for maritime training in South Africa. This collaboration is set to deliver cutting-edge simulator technology to the Transnet Academy in Durban, with the aim of bolst

Dynamic Positioning (DP) technology has undergone a remarkable transformation since its inception, reshaping the maritime landscape in ways few could have predicted. The journey began in 1961 when Howard Shatto’s drillship, ‘Eureka,’ became the first

The UK maritime industry is on the brink of a significant overhaul, one that promises to reshape the training landscape for seafarers, particularly cadets. The Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s (MCA) Cadet Training and Modernisation (CT&M) Programme i

The Lloyd’s List Greek Shipping Awards 2024 lit up Athens with a celebration of maritime excellence, drawing hundreds of industry leaders who gathered to honor standout achievements in both local and international shipping. The event showcased the vi

The recent inauguration of the Maritime Rescue Coordination Center (MRCC) at Mogadishu Port marks a pivotal moment for Somalia, a country long plagued by maritime insecurity and challenges. On December 5, 2024, government and Coast Guard officials, a

As the maritime industry grapples with the realities of climate change, the recent developments from COP29 in Baku have placed a spotlight on the urgent need for action. This conference, which saw participation from nearly 200 countries, was not with

The UK maritime sector is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by a comprehensive review of seafarer and cadet training spearheaded by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA). As the CT&M Programme progresses, the latest milestone—an update to the Tra