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A lightship, or lightvessel, is a ship fitted with a beacon on a mast that functions in the same way as a lighthouse: To act as a warning and to help other vessels safely navigate at night or in fog. Lightships are commonly used in waters that are too deep for a lighthouse to be constructed.

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By: Eve Church

Considering a maritime career ashore or switching to a shore-based maritime job? Here's all you must know about marine regulatory authority jobs.

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By: Eve Church

As we celebrate World Maritime Day, find out more here about this year's theme and what it means for the shipping industry and seafarers.

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By: Eve Church

As the name suggests an icebreaker ship breaks ice in water. But there's more to this vessel. Find out what an icebreaker boat does in this post.

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By: Eve Church

If you work in a job at sea but are thinking about pursuing a shore-based maritime job what are your options? We look at some marine jobs ashore.

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By: Eve Church

Maritime recruitment and crew planning saw huge challenges during COVID-19. But what were the issues faced and the lessons learned? We look back.

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By: Eve Church

Tugboats are small powerful vessels with a number of tasks, mainly the towing or pushing of much bigger ships. But there's more to it than that!

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By: Eve Church

Find out here how to overcome the challenges you face as a Crew Manager or Manning Agent when it comes to crew changes for your seafarers.

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By: Eve Church

Ever wondered what those colored flags flown by boats and ships on their masts are? They're nautical flags and this blog explains what they mean!

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By: Eve Church

Diversity and inclusion is important in all workplaces, so how do you achieve that within your maritime recruitment & crew planning teams?

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By: Eve Church