Life at Sea

Martide blog posts about life at sea including seafarer mental health and wellbeing, life on a cargo or container ship, tips for getting on with fellow crew and more.

Jobs at Sea & How to Handle Being Apart on Valentine’s Day

If you work in a maritime job at sea and your partner is on land, Valentine's Day can be hard. Here's how to cope with being apart from your S.O.

6 Wellness Tips for Officers of the Watch

Watchkeepers need to maintain lookout 24/7 365 but working on and off around the clock with broken sleep patterns can have an effect on wellbeing. Here are 6 tip for Officers of the Watch to help combat fatigue and find balance.

14 New Year's Resolutions for Maritime Industry People

Whether you're a Crew Manager, Recruitment Officer or you work in a maritime job at sea, there's no time like New Year to plan for the year ahead

How to Make the Most of Shore Leave

Life on a container ship means perks of the job for seafarers - ones that people working in shore-based positions can only dream of. And one of those perks is the opportunity to visit new countries on shore leave. But how can you make the most of that often all too short, time on land?

Relationship Tips When One of You Works in a Seafarer Job

If one of you works in a job at sea, relationships can be hard. Read our blog for some emotional and practical tips for a healthier partnership.

The Seafarer Packing Guide for Anyone Working at Sea

If you've only recently started working in a job at sea or you've yet to find your first seafarer job, read our essential packing guide first!

International Family Day: Staying Connected in Jobs at Sea

This International Family Day, we take a look at how those working in jobs at sea can stay connected with their family. Read on for some tips.

How to Cope with Bad News When You're Working at Sea

Working at sea means you sometimes miss special occasions. But what happens when someone at home passes away while you’re onboard? Read more.

These 5 Things Could Get Your CoC Suspended or Cancelled

A CoC can be suspended or canceled if your behavior or performance is not up to scratch when working on a ship. Here are 5 things you must avoid.

Communication Strategies When You Work in a Job at Sea

Work in a job at sea & sometimes feel like you haven't spoken to anyone for days? Read our tips for better communication when you work on a ship.

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