Community Lost at Sea
Community Lost at Sea Building a sense of community at sea is a major part of the mental health challenge. A community is dependent on the quality of relationships and most have common interests and perspectives. There can be few interests more common than being on a...
Seafarer Communities
Building a Community At Sea Feelings of belonging and inclusion within a group are a tonic to frequently cited issues among seafarers such as isolation, boredom and inactivity. An important part of this is the creation of community and camaraderie onboard. What is a...
Guide to SIRE 2.0
Guide to SIRE 2.0 In this article we’ll take a look at SIRE 2.0 – what it is, where it’s come from and what it means. SIRE background In 1993, the Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) launched the Ship Inspection Report Programme (SIRE)...
Seafarer Wellbeing
Navigating The Maritime Mental Health Maze The importance of mental health training and wellness of seafarers is a topic which is beginning to get the attention it deserves. Understanding what seafarers want and need to enjoy their life at sea and how things can be...
