CAMPING IN THE MEKONG DELTA—CELEBRATING INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR WOMEN IN MARITIME Hey hey! The rivers of the Mekong Delta are calling our student crew! 🛶✨ Rumor has it there’s a hot event coming up: a super chill CAMPING trip + an exclusive meet-up with a top-tier FEMALE CAPTAIN, right in the heart of Vietnam’s waterlands! […]
THE HIDDEN GUARDIANS OF THE SEAS: WHO’S PROTECTING OUR SEAFARERS? Did you know? Millions of seafarers brave the high seas every day, ensuring 90% of global goods are transported safely—yet their lives and rights often go unnoticed. So who’s fighting for them, setting the rules, and making sure their voices are heard? 🔥 IT’S TIME […]
INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR WOMEN IN MARITIME: PROMOTING GENDER EQUALITY AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF VIETNAM’S MARITIME INDUSTRY I. Introduction The maritime industry plays a vital role in global trade, transporting approximately 90% of the world’s cargo volume. However, this is a field where gender imbalance remains significant. Recognizing the importance of empowering women and promoting […]
THE U.S. SHIPBUILDING INDUSTRY VS. CHINA: IMPLICATIONS FOR THE TANKER SEGMENT AMID NEW USTR RULES As of mid-April 2025, the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has finalized and refined its Section 301 maritime policy, significantly altering the landscape for vessels linked to China. The updated regulations, set to take effect on October 14, 2025, now impose […]
IMPACT OF TECHNOLOGY ON SEAFARERS Our maritime industry is donning a sleek, futuristic look in the 4.0 era! Gone are the days when a voyage was defined solely by sun, wind, and endless ocean. Today’s vessels are “dancing” with cutting‑edge technology—automation, digitalization, AI, and ultra‑modern autonomous ships are making life at sea more exciting and […]
RESEARCH REPORT ON THE USE OF STARLINK SATELLITE INTERNET ON SHIPS AND COMPARISON WITH OTHER INTERNET CONNECTION OPTIONS 1. Introduction In the modern maritime context, internet connectivity on ships has become a key factor, far beyond the role of a conventional utility. An increasing number of onboard applications and activities require a high-speed and stable […]
ANALYSIS OF THE GLOBAL SEAFARER SHORTAGE AND POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS Executive Summary The global maritime industry is facing a serious and escalating challenge: a shortage of qualified seafarers, particularly at the officer level. This shortage not only threatens the stability and efficiency of global supply chains, which depend heavily on maritime transport, but is also being […]
WMU STUDY ON SEAFARERS’ WORK AND REST HOURS ONBOARD SHIPS This study confirms previous findings that underreporting of working hours or “adjustment” of work/rest hour records is a widespread practice in the maritime industry, forming what is referred to as a “culture of adjustment.” Root Cause The study identifies insufficient manning levels as the root […]
GLOBAL MARITIME TRENDS 2050 REPORT The Global Maritime Trends 2050 report, conducted by Economist Impact and supported by Lloyd’s Register Foundation and Lloyd’s Register, aims to explore potential futures for the maritime industry by 2050. The study draws on desk-based research and 16 in-depth interviews with maritime and policy experts. It seeks to understand how […]
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN VIETNAM’S MARITIME INDUSTRY From the engine room to the port terminal – change has already begun! The maritime industry is evolving. And the transformation starts from within: fleet management software, smarter crew scheduling, voyage data optimized down to the last nautical mile, and seaports operating with intelligent systems instead of paperwork. “Digital […]










