Happy International Day of the Seafarer!
Today, June 25, the entire world celebrates the International Day of the Seafarer, following the initiative of the IMO. The Seamen’s Club Ukraine team sincerely congratulates everyone who is currently on watch, battling storms, counting down the days until the end of their contract, or preparing for their first sea voyage. We wish you a […]
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What documents does a seafarer need to work offshore?
Lack of one essential document can cost you your contract—even with good experience. We’ve categorized everything that’s currently required 👇 Basic certificates aren’t enough In addition to standard maritime documents, specialized certificates are required for offshore work—and these depend on your position and vessel type.1️⃣ PSV / AHTS without DP No additional certificates are required—experience […]
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Why don’t they respond to you when you send your CV?
Your CV is one of 200. The crew manager has 10 seconds to decide whether to read on or close it. If it’s not clear at first glance who you are, what rank you hold, or what ships you’ve worked on, your email goes in the trash. Not because you’re a bad specialist.👉 But because […]
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Your certificates may not pass verification and may not be accepted by the maritime administration when issuing/renewing documents, or by the company.
The reason is simple: they must be approved by the maritime administration. This is especially important now ☝🏻 If you completed training at a training center that is not on the official list, your documents may simply not be accepted. ❗️The conclusion is simple:It’s not just the availability of certificates that matters, but also where […]
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Planning to apply for a chief mate certification?
In practice, many sailors make mistakes and don’t receive their diploma on the first try. Below are the basic requirements 👇 📌 1. Education and Continuing EducationHere’s the key detail that’s often overlooked:— If you have a master’s or specialist’s degree, continuing education courses are NOT required.— If you have a bachelor’s degree, these courses […]
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