Chief Engineer Career Path: How to Reach the Top
The Chief Engineer career path leads to one of the most technically demanding and well-compensated roles in the merchant navy. …
STCW Certification: The Complete Guide for Seafarers
STCW certification is the global standard that every seafarer must meet to work on internationally trading vessels — yet many …
ENG1 Medical Certificate: What You Need to Know
A complete guide to the ENG1 medical certificate — who needs it, what the exam covers, approved doctors, costs, and how to appeal a refusal.
Captain / Master Career Path: Duties, Qualifications & Salary
Ship captain career path is one of the most demanding — and most rewarding — progressions in the maritime profession. …
Seafarer Allotment: How to Send Money Home
Seafarer allotment is the system that allows seafarers to send a portion of their wages directly to their family or …
Seafarer Minimum Wage 2026: New ITF/ILO Rates Explained
Seafarer minimum wage 2026 has been updated under the latest ITF/ILO negotiations, with the Able Seaman (AB) monthly basic rate …
Best Shore-Based Maritime Jobs for Experienced Seafarers
Shore based maritime jobs represent a rich and often underexplored career landscape for experienced seafarers — one where your years …
Marine Superintendent Career Path: From Ship to Office
Marine superintendent career progression is one of the most well-defined shore-side pathways available to experienced deck and engineering officers — …
How to Become a Maritime Surveyor: Qualifications and Salary
Maritime surveyor career paths represent one of the most intellectually stimulating and professionally respected shore-based options available to experienced deck …
Third Officer Career Path: Duties, Qualifications & Salary
The third officer career path is the entry point into the deck officer ranks — and for most seafarers who’ve …
