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Shining a Spotlight on the Next Generation of Maritime Talent

  • May 20, 2026
  • Reading Time: 4 mins

One of the most refreshing sessions at the Maritime People & Culture Conference 2026 came from Spinnaker’s 30 Under 30 panel, chaired by James Wilkes, Managing Director at Gray Page. Bringing together the top 5 finalists from across the industry, the discussion offered an honest look into how younger professionals are finding their way into…

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Market Insights

Developing the maritime workforce beyond compliance training

  • May 19, 2026
  • Reading Time: 7 mins

At the Spinnaker Maritime People & Culture Conference this May, recruitment, retention and leadership readiness was high on the agenda. But across the industry, the conversation is already moving forward. Many operators are no longer asking whether crews meet compliance requirements. They are asking whether crews are ready for the ships and systems now entering…

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Market Insights

International Day for Women in Maritime 2026

  • May 18, 2026
  • Reading Time: 3 mins

18th of May 2026 marks the International Day for Women in Maritime. As the International Maritime Organisation is hosting an event under the theme ‘From Policy to Practice: Advancing Gender Equality for Maritime Excellence’, we at Spinnaker would like to take this opportunity to join the conversation, sharing our insight into the industry. Much has…

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Events

Spinnaker Celebrate HR Excellence in Maritime Industry

  • May 15, 2026
  • Reading Time: 4 mins

Following the success of last year’s HR Initiative Awards, Spinnaker once again recognised the organisations and individuals driving positive change across maritime people and culture at the Maritime People & Culture Conference 2026. This year’s awards celebrated excellence across Learning & Development, Employee Engagement and Health & Wellbeing, alongside a special recognition award honouring an…

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Events

Maritime People & Culture Conference 2026 – A Wrap-Up

  • May 15, 2026
  • Reading Time: 8 mins

Over two days, maritime leaders, HR professionals, seafarers, innovators and future talent came together to tackle one of the industry’s biggest questions: how do we build a shipping industry where people can truly thrive? From geopolitics and AI to mental health, mentorship and the realities of life at sea, this year’s conference focused less on…

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Market Insights

How AI is Reshaping Maritime HR: Legal Risks, Real Impacts and How Employers Should Respond

  • May 15, 2026
  • Reading Time: 4 mins

Artificial intelligence is increasingly being used by maritime employers to support recruitment, workforce management and people decision‑making. While AI can bring efficiency and consistency, it also presents significant legal and employee‑relations risks. These risks are already being tested in courts and tribunals globally. Bias and discrimination: still the biggest risk AI can bring speed and…

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Human Resources

How HR can lead teams through periods of transformation

  • May 12, 2026
  • Reading Time: 3 mins

The 2026 Maritime People & Culture Conference comes at exactly the right time for this industry. Shipping is facing a convergence of technical and people challenges that are becoming more urgent and complex every day. Talent shortages remain a concern across many parts of the sector. Experienced professionals are becoming harder to replace. Owners and…

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Events

The Great GOSH Row 2026

  • May 11, 2026
  • Reading Time: 2 mins

We are sitting in the driver’s seat and about to put the key in the ignition to start the build up towards this year’s OSCAR Dragon Boat Race on Thursday 10th September. But if you find the commitment to raise £6,500 a bit of a stretch, this year we have another rowing alternative for you: THE GREAT GOSH ROW…

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