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Building Strong Professional Relationships in the Maritime Industry

Jun 6, 2025
Reading Time: 4 mins

In an industry as global, dynamic, and people-driven as maritime, success often hinges not just on what you know, but who you know—and more importantly, how you engage with them. From shipowners and charterers to recruiters and seafarers, the maritime world is a tightly knit network that thrives on human connection. In this blog, we…

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In Memory of Jim Lawrence (1948–2025)

Jun 6, 2025
Reading Time: 1 mins

It is with great sadness that we mark the passing of Jim Lawrence — a pioneer in the maritime world, the founder of Marine Money, and a true friend to so many across the industry. Jim was more than a leader. He was a connector, a community-builder, and a constant source of positivity. As our…

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Ethanol makes its case in maritime decarbonisation

Jun 4, 2025
Reading Time: 5 mins

NorthStandard Loss Prevention Director Decarbonisation, Mark Smith, explores the maritime case for a sustainable biofuel that is widely used as an automotive fuel additive. In October, the International Maritime Organization is set to adopt a legally binding framework to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from ships over 5,000 GT, pending entry into force in 2027….

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Top Skills in Demand in the Maritime Industry

May 9, 2025
Reading Time: 3 mins

The maritime industry is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by technological advancements, sustainability goals, and the increasing complexity of global trade. As a result, companies are seeking professionals who possess a diverse range of skills to navigate these changes effectively. Below, we explore some of the most in-demand skills in the maritime sector today. Technical Expertise…

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Pay transparency: Navigating upcoming changes and compliance challenges

May 9, 2025
Reading Time: 2 mins

The principle of equal pay for equal work or work of equal value has been part of the European Union’s DNA since the beginning. Already in 1957, a specific article laying down that principle was inserted in the Treaty of the European Community. From the seventies, a couple of directives were already adopted to give…

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From the Royal Navy to Higher Education: The Real Value of Continuous Professional Development

Apr 30, 2025
Reading Time: 5 mins

MLA College is an innovative Higher Education provider focused on empowering mid-career professionals. Whether you’re aiming to step into senior leadership or make a bold shift into a new sector, MLA offers flexible, professionally-aligned programmes designed to support real-life career transitions. We understand the value of lifelong learning because it’s part of who we are…

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From Bricks to Smartphones: Our First Phone Flashbacks

Apr 24, 2025
Reading Time: 4 mins

National Phone day is the 25th April, and we thought we would have a little bit of fun and take a look back at everyone’s first phone! Daryna Rozum Reward Consultant This one was mine, pretty but useless, didn’t even have Bluetooth! (Had an infrared port instead) I remember it having this silly game when…

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The Gender Issue in Maritime

Apr 7, 2025
Reading Time: 3 mins

It seems there are two sides to DEI currently. Companies who are scaling back their DEI policies, such as Meta, Amazon and Target, while on the flip side the EU recently introduced EU Pay Transparency Directive. Companies with over 250 employees in the UK have had to publish their gender pay gap since 2017. The…

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Building Strong Professional Relationships in the Maritime Industry

In Memory of Jim Lawrence (1948–2025)

Ethanol makes its case in maritime decarbonisation

Top Skills in Demand in the Maritime Industry

Pay transparency: Navigating upcoming changes and compliance challenges

From the Royal Navy to Higher Education: The Real Value of Continuous Professional Development

From Bricks to Smartphones: Our First Phone Flashbacks

The Gender Issue in Maritime

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