Shipping studies was never my first choice, but eventually it turned out to be one of the best choices I could ever make. Without ever imagining myself in this position, I have fallen in love with the process and now I am even more motivated...
INGREDIENTS (4 PORTIONS) 1 kg carrots 30 g fresh ginger 1 clove of garlic 150 ml coconut milk 150 g onions 2 stock cubes 3 tablespoons oil Black pepper Crème fraiche Basil Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and cook...
The Five Ways to Well-being are a set of evidence-based public mental health messages aimed at improving the mental health and well-being of the whole population. They were developed by the New Economics Foundation (NEF), a British charitable institution that promotes “social, economic and environmental justice”....
Sugar can be a source of natural energy for many people, but it can also carry many health risks if too much is consumed on a regular basis. High levels of sugar in unhealthy food items, such as cakes, biscuits and sweets, can lead to chronic...
Recognising the need for accurate data as part of the green shipping solution, Uniteam Marine uses StormGeo’s Navigator Insight and ECO Insight as part of its fleet performance monitoring. “Green shipping, decarbonisation and Sulphur Cap 2020 are key words in shipping that have become even more...
Uniteam Marine has signed the Neptune Declaration, taking action to resolve the crew change crisis, based on our position and role in the value chain. We are all familiar with the burden that the coronavirus pandemic has brought to our lives. Besides the health risks we...
Since the dawn of history, mankind has made use of naturally occurring substances for medicinal, religious and social purposes. These substances may be used to control pain, to make people feel relaxed and happy, or to alter mental perception. These natural substances, and an even...
In 2013, around 54 million people worldwide sustained injuries from road traffic accidents. This resulted in 1.4 million deaths. This means that nearly 27,000 people a week were killed in vehicle crashes. The death rate is highest in Africa (24.1 deaths per 100,000 inhabitants) and...
It is desirable to monitor and improve vessel performance to optimise fuel economy. Fuel is the largest operating cost of any power – driven vessel, so reducing fuel usage increases profitability and competitive advantage. But using fuel more efficiently also helps to comply with ever more...
What are the main causes of oil spills? Oil spills into rivers, bays, and the ocean are most often caused by accidents involving ships, pipelines, refineries, drilling rigs, and storage facilities. Spills can be caused by people making mistakes or being careless, equipment breaking down, natural...