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Maritime Passport previews ‘Gold Standard’ digital identity solution for seafarers at IMO FAL 50

Apr 9, 2026
Reading Time: 3 mins

Maritime Passport presented Member States at the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) latest session of the Facilitation Committee (FAL 50) with a preview of its upcoming digital identity solution for seafarers. The government-grade technology will establish the world’s first truly digital passport for seafarers and empower Flag States around the world to maintain the security of…

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M&A Brokerage

Apr 9, 2026
Reading Time: 1 mins

One natural evolution of Spinnaker’s Executive Search business has been our expansion into M&A brokerage. Over the years, our engagement with senior leaders in the maritime and insurance industries has given us advance knowledge of succession plans, retirement plans (often lack of plans), expansion ambitions and so on. It’s an obvious extension of what we…

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Why Marine Insurance Firms Choose Us for Recruitment

Apr 9, 2026
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Marine insurance recruitment is to Spinnaker what a foundation is to a building. When we opened our doors in 1997 as a shipping recruitment specialist, the wider shipping market wasn’t yet ready to spend money on recruitment. Recruitment in the insurance and legal markets was already mature and an accepted way of accessing talent. Nearly 30 years…

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30 under 30: Amilia Busby

Apr 9, 2026
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As part of our 30 Under 30 initiative, we’re celebrating the next generation of leaders who are shaping the future of the maritime industry. Next up is Amilia Busby, 3rd Engineering Officer and founder of ShipMates Network, who is transforming life at sea by creating a global community that supports seafarers’ wellbeing, careers, and connection….

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Seafarer Health and Wellbeing Starts at Home

Apr 1, 2026
Reading Time: 5 mins

For decades, the maritime industry assessed crew care primarily through an onboard lens. Safety management systems, personal protective equipment, compliance training, and emergency medical preparedness were rightly prioritised as core components of safety—and they remain essential today. However, a broader understanding is now reshaping how the industry defines and delivers crew health and wellbeing. Increasingly,…

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Celebrating 10 Years with Helen McCaughran

Apr 1, 2026
Reading Time: 4 mins

Today, we’re raising a toast to Helen McCaughran, who is celebrating 10 fantastic years with the business. To mark the occasion, we’ve gone with a fun twist: 10 questions for 10 years. From standout memories to lessons learned and hopes for the future, here’s what she had to say… What do you remember about…

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Spinnaker’s 2026 30 under 30: Ones to Watch

Mar 31, 2026
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This year’s 30 Under 30 proved to be our most exciting yet. We were blown away by the sheer number of applications, each one showcasing individuals making waves far beyond the day-to-day demands of their roles. This initiative isn’t just about job titles—it’s about people who are driving change, innovating, and inspiring those around them….

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Hot Jobs – Top 10 maritime vacancies – March 2026

Mar 31, 2026
Reading Time: 5 mins

For over 25 years, Spinnaker has been assisting shipowners, shipmanagers, oil majors, and P&I clubs in fulfilling their recruitment requirements. Every day, we receive a constant influx of new job openings, all conveniently listed on our website. To simplify your job search, we have handpicked a collection of the ten most sought-after positions available right…

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Maritime Passport previews ‘Gold Standard’ digital identity solution for seafarers at IMO FAL 50

M&A Brokerage

Why Marine Insurance Firms Choose Us for Recruitment

30 under 30: Amilia Busby

Seafarer Health and Wellbeing Starts at Home

Celebrating 10 Years with Helen McCaughran

Spinnaker’s 2026 30 under 30: Ones to Watch

Hot Jobs – Top 10 maritime vacancies – March 2026

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