Category: <span>Insights</span>
VIKANDER Profile: Dr. Sebastiaan Kalwij
Our “VIKANDER Profile” highlights an extraordinary team member. Discover our collective depth of knowledge and get to know some of the people who make our mission possible. In this edition of Pulse, meet Dr. Sebastiaan Kalwij, Medical Director. Please describe your position and role in VIKAND The role of a Medical Director is a diverse…
Exploring 2024 Maritime Medical Emergency Trends from VIKAND Insights
Delivering high-quality medical care at sea begins with understanding the unique healthcare challenges that crew members face. VIKAND’s Case Management division manages thousands of incidents annually, offering valuable insights into maritime medical emergencies. By analyzing the latest 2024 data and comparing it to previous years, we can expand and improve maritime healthcare based on critical…
The Silent Crisis: Suicide at Sea
In an industry home to tough jobs in challenging environments, maritime work and risks to mental health go almost hand in hand. Yet despite a far higher suicide rate than most other careers, the industry has long lacked the collective will to face this crisis head-on. It has allowed suicide to remain its dark underbelly,…
How Robust PEME & Case Management Systems Can Reduce Medical Disembarkations
As a global leader in maritime healthcare, a great deal of VIKAND’s work and expertise revolves around risk mitigation. Keeping crew members safe and healthy is one of the most effective ways to reduce operational risk, preserve talent and save money. Two services in particular help us to reduce risk for the cruise sector: Pre-Employment…
VIKAND Creates High-Quality Medical Facilities Aboard New Cruise Ships
Cruise ships are floating cities, and like any city, they require a well-equipped, compliant medical facility to ensure the health and safety of guests and crew. At VIKAND, we partner with clients to deliver healthcare solutions that address a cruise line’s complete health and wellness needs. One essential facet of our Total Healthcare Solution is…
VIKANDER Profile: Bec Ware
Each quarter, the “VIKANDER Profile” highlights an extraordinary team member. Discover our collective depth of knowledge and get to know some of the people who make our mission possible. In this edition of Pulse, meet Bec Ware, Vice President of Medical Operations. Tell us about your role at VIKAND? As Vice President of Medical Operations,…
End the Stigma and Embrace Preventive Mental Health Care
It is time to end the stigma around mental health in the maritime industry. According to Harvard Medical School research, half the world’s population will suffer from a mental health disorder in their lifetime. Mental health challenges are not unique. They happen to billions through no fault of their own, and addressing them should never…
Can a Cruise Line Have It All With Air Purification?
Can a Cruise Line Have It All With Air Purification? One solution promises cleaner air, fewer emissions and serious cost savings While outside air in the middle of the ocean is certainly fresh, commercial seafarers don’t spend all their time on deck. In fact, for most roles onboard, the majority of the day is spent…
Scoutbase Shines a Light on the Reality of Seafaring
The future of commercial shipping depends on crew retention, but to attract people to maritime careers, these jobs must maintain a certain level of safety and satisfaction. Now, a new tool aims to achieve this by giving seafarers a stronger voice – and giving management real insights on where to improve. We spoke with Yassin…
The Evolving Impact of Cruise Industry PEMEs
Productive cruise operations depend on high-performing crew members, and identifying the best candidates begins with data-driven medical examinations and fit-for-duty evaluations. A medical certificate is also a global requirement set forth within Maritime Labour Convention Code, with limited exceptions. To ensure that candidates are fit to work aboard a cruise ship, new workers undergo a…