Preparing for Your First Contract at Sea
Preparing for your first ship contract at sea is both exciting and daunting, and the decisions you make in the …
Seafarer Tax Guide: What You Pay and Where
Seafarer tax exemption rules are among the most misunderstood financial topics in the maritime industry, and getting them wrong can …
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. From the …
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 earned …
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 of …
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, and …
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 …
Able Seaman Interview Guide
Preparing for Your Able Seaman Interview Able Seaman Interview Preparation: ABs are important to the maritime industry, ensuring the safety …
Working on a cruise ship: 10 Unique experiences
Working on a cruise ship is undoubtedly one of the most extraordinary and captivating experiences that life has to offer. …