Resources and Articles

Get an overview of all of our articles covering different kinds of 

topics affecting all seafarers, wherever they may be.

Treading Rough Waters: Identifying Mistreatment at Sea and What to Do Next

Being a seafarer comes with its own set of challenges — long days away from home, tough working conditions, and the need to stay strong ...

Pag Seaman Mayaman? Here’s How to Make it True with Thoughtful Planning

In the Philippines, there’s a stereotype that seafarers are automatically wealthy, with the saying “pag seaman mayaman” suggesting that all seafarers live in luxury. While ...

How Much is a Seafarer’s Salary?

Not all seafarers have the same salary, because it depends on the company and their rank. Their job positions and responsibilities on the ship affect ...

The Emotional Cost of Seafaring

The life of seafarers on board is not that easy, as there are a lot of risks and challenges associated in their line of work ...

Finding Family in a Life at Sea

There is no doubt that sometimes a long separation from their loved ones can be an emotional challenge. In their line of work, there are ...

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