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Land a Job In The Maritime Industry 12/30/16 Courtesy of SailNord.com How to write a good Maritime CV? In our last article, we gave some tips on how to get called in for a job interview. One of the tips was regarding the cover letter and this article sort of builds on that point, since …
Getting a Maritime Industry Job Interview 12/30/16 Courtesy of SailNord.com Sea transportation is a vital factor to any economy in the world, as it accounts for more than 80% of goods transported globally – and that means plenty maritime job interviews to be had. For some who work at sea, it can be quite …
Resolution MSC 317 (89) which introduces new requirements under SOLAS regulation III/1.5 for lifeboat release and retrieval systems took effect on July 1 2014. The requirements apply to on-load mechanisms installed on all ships globally. The required actions must be completed no later than the first scheduled dry-docking after …
The misuse of the Lifeboat davit brakes is the single most common error mariners make when launching lifeboats. Lifeboat davits are equipped with two separate braking systems: a holding brake and a centrifugal brake. The holding brake is designed to stop and hold the lifeboat stationary at any point between its …
By MarEx 2016-11-29 14:52:51 Glen Paine, Executive Director of MITAGS-PMI announced that Northwest Maritime Academy in Seattle will offer the Institute’s U.S. Coast Guard approved enclosed lifeboat training.“We chose Northwest Maritime Academy because of its lifeboat training equipment includes modern release and retrieval systems,” Paine said. “They are the only West Coast …
The Northwest Maritime Academy Announces its Combined PSC Ltd., & Able Seaman Course Although experience at sea remains an important part of becoming an Able Body Seaman, it is no longer enough to just “serve your time.” You want your AB, but you cant get it without your PSC or PSCRB, …
USCG Approved On-line, and In-Person OUPV and 100 Tons Masters Captains Licensing Course The Northwest Maritime Academy & US Maritime, are very pleased to announce the USCG approval of our “Telepresence” OUPV & 100 Ton Masters Captains Licensing course. This is the first ever, mixed Telepresence course for the …
WASHINGTON — The National Transportation Safety Board Tuesday released its annual compendium of marine accidents and the lessons learned from them. “Safer Seas Digest 2015,” available in print HERE and on the NTSB’s website, ntsb.gov, examines 29 major marine casualty investigations the agency closed in 2015. “’Safer Seas Digest 2015’ represents …
The Northwest Maritime Academy is Proud to announce our distributorship for the LIFEPAK CR Plus AED This is why. Physio Control’s reputation—and it’s mission—is built on confidence. The confidence that comes from over 50 years of innovation, a steadfast commitment to quality, and a position as the global leader in defibrillation. …
Merchant Mariner Credential Processing Delays The National Maritime Center (NMC) is experiencing a higher than average volume of applications for this time of the year. With Hurricane Matthew passing through Florida and South Carolina in October, both REC Miami and REC Charleston are still recovering from excessive inventories. Additionally, the …