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Women in Maritime

May 15, 2025

By Rupert Fee & Sophia Naves, ShipMoney Communications  When the MV Logos Hope, the world’s largest floating book fair, docked in Mombasa in August 2023, it drew thousands of visitors eager to explore its literary treasures. But one of the ship’s most remarkable stories wasn’t found on a bookshelf, it was found in the engine […]

Crew Member Stories

March 12, 2025

By: Shivam Pathak Thank you for giving me the opportunity to share my experiences at sea. I would describe my journey as a sinusoidal wave, full of ups and downs. In many ways, it resembled a ship’s own voyage—sailing through storms and rough weather but never stopping until it reaches its destination. I am the […]

Innovative Technology

February 15, 2025

Traveling to a new country is always an adventure, but it comes with its own set of challenges—one of the biggest being money. When I visited China recently, I found myself caught between my usual reliance on cash and China’s rapidly growing digital payment culture. Thankfully, ShipMoney saved me from having to carry large amounts […]

Supporting Seafarers

October 3, 2024

Part 1: Importance of Physical Exercise and Sports on Board 1. Introduction to Seafarer Wellbeing and Physical Health Maintaining physical fitness is a critical aspect of life for seafarers, given the unique challenges they face while at sea. Life on board involves extended periods of work in a confined environment, with limited opportunities for movement […]

Supporting Seafarers

October 3, 2024

Part 1: Understanding Seafarer Well-being 1. Introduction to Seafarer Well-being Seafarers are the backbone of global trade, responsible for transporting about 90% of the world’s goods. However, the well-being of seafarers has often been neglected, leading to physical, mental, and emotional challenges. In recent years, the maritime industry has begun to recognize the importance of […]