Category: <span>Insights</span>
VIKANDER Profile: Stefan Reljin
Since joining VIKAND in 2021, Stefan Reljin has had roles both at sea and on land. Representative of an effective transition from onboard to shoreside employment, Stefan is one of VIKAND’s trusted Medical Case Managers. He views his previous onboard experience as a VIKAND Senior Nurse Officer as a solid foundation in understanding the details…
There’s a Mental Health Crisis at Sea
Despite the rising role of women in maritime, the industry remains male-dominated, especially in leadership roles. Centuries of historical baggage and militaristic rigidity have created a culture steeped in outdated ideas of what it means to be a seafarer – independent, emotionally closed and strong at all costs. However, the industry’s dark underbelly is a…
How Maritime Can Win the Talent Race
With 90% of global goods transported by sea, commercial shipping remains the clear leader in trade transportation. Yachting and cruising are also experiencing unprecedented demand, with the yachting industry doubling and cruise passengers increasing by 90% over the past two decades. Amidst the rising demand, the challenge of securing a sustainable workforce has intensified. For…
VIKAND Partner Profile: Marine-Profile
Outlining insights and methods to maximize seafarer well-being for the good of the industry, Martin Hedman, a maritime psychologist with Marine Profile, discusses addressing psychological solutions for seafarers to expand safety, suitability, and emergency readiness for seafarers and ship operators alike. He believes the most significant advancement in the maritime industry in recent years is…
The Importance of Onboard Wellness Interventions for Seafarers
Delivering comprehensive onboard care for seafarers can be challenging. Most ships simply do not have the space, staff and budget to support specialist care, behavioural health and other needs. And despite the limitations of healthcare at sea, maritime workers carry out some of the toughest jobs on earth – both physically and mentally. They are…
VIKANDER Profile: Marc Brice
Marc Brice joined VIKAND several years ago as a Biomedical Technician and Account Manager. Previously working in a hospital as a biomed professional, Marc has been able to integrate the best of both worlds—land and sea—in his work at VIKAND. While many biomedical functions are the same whether in a hospital setting or onboard a…
4 Benefits of Sourcing Medical Equipment from VIKAND
Every cruise ship with onboard medical facilities must have everything needed to diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries. Cruise ships need to have up-to-date medical equipment and access to formulary supplies worldwide, but many operators deal with a patchwork of small vendors that don’t offer comprehensive service with true pricing power. To solve this industry-wide…
VIKAND Partner Profile: Navarino
In May, VIKAND and Navarino announced our partnership to provide innovative remote maritime healthcare. Navarino’s Infinity solution combined with high-speed connectivity brings OneHealth by VIKAND—our fully integrated maritime healthcare platform—to ship owners, captains, managers, and crew. Our partnership is rooted in seafarer wellness. Together, our innovations result in the safe and efficient operation of vessels…
VIKAND’s Medical Screening Platform Can Make Polar Cruising Safer and More Sustainable
Expeditionary cruising to a remote polar region carries more complex medical risks than cruising in other parts of the world. This is partly because evacuating a sick or injured guest to a shoreside medical facility is far more expensive and time-consuming. Depending on the vessel’s location, the nearest suitable facility may be three to five…
VIKANDER Profile: Ana Rita Venancio
VIKANDER Profile: Meet Ana Rita Venancio, Who Leads VIKAND’s Relationship with Compagnie Française de Croisières (CFC) In this month’s Partner Profile, we look closely at what a VIKAND partnership means when we establish best healthcare practices, logistics and facilities, and VIKAND’s ability to provide exacting solutions to specific partner requirements. Meet Compagnie Française de Croisières…