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In just a few years, the global maritime industry will face a perfect storm of challenges. An aging workforce, a shortage of skilled workers, and the need to adopt new technologies will combine to create a perfect storm for the maritime industry. Whether you’re an ordinary seafarer, a ship manager, or a sea captain, you’ll …
In the Philippines, seafaring is a profession that is looked up to in most regions. It is not uncommon to hear of families having one or multiple members engaged in seafaring due to the relatively higher salary it offers to workers. According to Payscale, the average salary of an ordinary seafarer with 1-4 years of …
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Ship services Part of the problem that continues to plague the maritime sector of the Philippines is unsustainable and inefficient marine management. The pandemic highlighted areas that can be improved upon in the sector such as ship or vessel management. As it is, backlogs continue to pile up in ports due to the global supply …
How will the Philippine maritime sector recover from the pandemic? Read More »
The ISM code stands for International Safety Management code. It was drafted for the safe operation of ships and pollution prevention adopted by the International Maritime Organization. It’s an international standard that aims to ensure the safety of people on board, the vessel and its cargo, and the environment. The international shipping industry, like many …
The importance of the ISM Code for Philippine shipmasters Read More »
Industries all around the world have suffered because of the Covid-19 pandemic. The global health crisis proved that there are issues and challenges that still need to be hurdled with proper preparation. While it was largely an unforeseen roadblock, the effects could have been lessened with ample planning and foresight. The shipping industry in the …
What is the post-pandemic future of the Philippine shipbuilding sector? Read More »
The shipping industry accounts for roughly 3% of global greenhouse gas emissions. A far cry from meeting the goals of the Paris climate agreement. Big economies around the world like the US and EU are starting to draw up plans and policies to decarbonize the shipping sector in an effort to go green. An industry …
The effects of the climate crisis on the Philippine shipping industry Read More »
The shipping industry has been a key player in economic growth and development for centuries, with the ability to transport goods from all corners of the globe. But over the past few years, it has seen a dramatic shift from traditional heavy cargo ships to small-scale container vessels that rely on digital technology to make …
The Importance Of Digitalization In Improving The Philippine Ship Industry Read More »
The supply chain crisis is a growing problem for the maritime industry. Day by day, ports are becoming more congested with the arrival of goods and materials that are needed by consumers and industries alike. It’s a problem for everyone but is something that might not seem all too real for the ordinary consumer. However, …
Supply Chain Crisis Highlights The Need For Robust Ship Management Systems Read More »
In the current business climate, there are a number of issues that have arisen in the shipping industry. And a lot of these are directly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The effects of lockdowns and quarantines on maritime trade have been devastating to many companies all over the world, especially in the shipping industry. The …
How has the COVID pandemic permanently changed the global maritime industry? Read More »
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