Coastal Maritime Academy

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Ghana 🇬🇭 is set to launch a new coastal marine transport service connecting Ghana 🇬🇭, Togo 🇹🇬, Benin 🇧🇯, and Nigeria 🇳🇬.

Backed by a private investor with two large acquired vessels to carry passengers and cargo by sea.

This will provide a safer and more efficient option compared to busy roads.

Commercial operations are planned to start in February 2026.

*Seafarer Scholarship Program*

The Seafarers Program is a scheme by Tetra Foundation & GoodWork Marine that targets the issue of youth unemployment in Nigeria by providing quality maritime training, sea-time experience and globally recognized certifications that will create a skilled high-earning youth workforce poised to support growth in global & in-country marine infrastructure and investments.

Application Deadline

27 February 2026

Who can apply?

Young vibrant youth (Male & Female) within the age range of 18-21 years old.

What are the requirements?

Educational:

WASSCE/ NECO
Physics: > C4
Chemistry: > C4
Mathematics: > C4
English: > C4
Geography: > C4

Identity:

Original Birth Certificate
National ID card
Valid Intl. passport no. / passport application number

Health:

Proof of medical fitness (i.e., recent report including results for colour blindness and general eyesight, physical/mental disabilities).

Apply below:
https://apply.tetrafoundation.com/

BASIC FORMULA but very useful onboard ✅⚓️

The image shows the commonly-used Distance–Speed–Time formula triangle. This triangle helps you easily remember how to calculate distance, speed, or time depending on which values you know.

From the triangle:
• Distance = Speed × Time
(used when you know how fast you are going and for how long)
• Time = Distance ÷ Speed
(used to know how long a voyage or travel will take)
• Speed = Distance ÷ Time
(used to calculate how fast you are travelling)

✅This relationship is important in navigation and voyage planning, especially at sea where officers must calculate:
• estimated time of arrival (ETA)
• required speed to reach on time
• distance remaining

IMO updates logo to reflect reinvigorated maritime future.

Read all about it here: https://tinyurl.com/5e8na8np

The global job market for seafarers is vast and there are many avenues for finding employment.
Here are the best strategies and resources for seafarers seeking jobs worldwide:
1. Dedicated Maritime Job Websites and Platforms
These sites are specifically designed to connect seafarers with crewing agencies and shipowners globally. You should create a detailed profile, upload your CV, and update your certificates.
* Crewell
* OceanCrew
* Crewlinker
* Maritime-Union
* SeaJob
* Spinnaker Global (often for shore-based or executive maritime roles, but includes seagoing)
2. Direct Applications to Shipowners and Managers
Large shipping companies often have dedicated careers pages on their websites where they hire crew directly, or through their own crewing subsidiaries. This is a very common and reputable way to find work.
* Container Shipping Companies: Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM.
* Oil and Gas/Energy Companies: Shell Shipping & Maritime, Chevron, ExxonMobil (Cadetships and Officer roles).
* Cruise Lines: (for catering, hospitality, and specialized deck/engine crew).
* Bulk Carrier and Tanker Operators (search for major ship management groups).
3. International Crewing and Manning Agencies
These agencies act as intermediaries between seafarers and shipowners. They are often specialized by ship type (e.g., tanker, offshore, yacht) and region.
* Key points:
* MLC Compliance: Ensure the agency is certified and compliant with the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC, 2006). This is crucial for your protection and legal employment.
* Look for agencies based in major maritime hubs (e.g., Rotterdam, Singapore, Hamburg, London, Cyprus). Examples from search results include OJ Crew and agencies listed on the German flag website.
* Yachting: If you have high-end service skills or a yachting background, agencies like YPI CREW specialize in the superyacht industry.
4. Professional Networking
* LinkedIn: Follow major shipping companies, ship managers, and maritime recruitment

🧑‍💻 This image displays a crew rank hierarchy, likely for a maritime vessel, organized into departments: Engine, Deck, and Galley.

🕵️ Captain: ⚓
👉 The highest rank, responsible for the entire vessel and crew.

👷 Engine Department: 🛟
👉 Handles the ship's machinery and propulsion, led by the Chief Engineer, followed by 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Engineers, Electrical Officer, Fitter, Oiler, Wiper, Electrical Cadet, and Engine Cadet.

👷 Deck Department: 🛟
👉 Manages navigation, safety, and cargo operations, led by the Chief Officer, followed by 2nd Officer, 3rd Officer, Bosun, Able Seaman, Ordinary Seaman, and Deck Cadet.

👷 Galley Department: 🛟
👉 Responsible for food preparation and service, including the Chief Cook and Messman.