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InsightVIKAND 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…CruiseRead more
InsightVIKANDER 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…CommercialCruise+3Read more
InsightEnd 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…CommercialEnergy+1Read more
InsightCan 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…CruiseRead more
InsightScoutbase 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…CommercialEnergy+2Read more
InsightThe 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…CruiseRead more
InsightMeet Your ESG Goals at Sea With a Total Healthcare Solution
As with many other sectors of the global economy, maritime has its own Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) goals aimed at increasing sustainability and minimising its negative impact on both…CommercialCruise+3Read more
InsightWhy is AI Poised to Transform Maritime Healthcare
On July 30th, VIKAND hosted an insightful webinar to explore the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in maritime healthcare. The discussion was led by Peter Hult, CEO, and Ronald…CruiseRead more
InsightIt’s Time for Seafarer Mental Health Exams to Evolve
In the past several years, there has been a marked rise in seafarers failing out of pre-employment medical examinations (PEMEs) for reasons related to mental health. In this article, we’re…CommercialCruise+3Read more
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