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Category: <span>Commercial</span>

VIKAND Launches Proactive Healthcare Program to Safeguard Seafarers and Protect the Commercial Viability of the Shipping Industry

February 08, 2024 – VIKAND, a global leader in maritime healthcare, has launched a proactive 24/7 healthcare program to help safeguard seafarers and protect the commercial viability of the shipping industry. With the International Chamber of Shipping predicting a global shortfall of 90,000 trained officers by 2026, the industry needs to recognise that to attract…

This Year, It’s All About Partnership

After a strong 2023, the team at VIKAND is more excited than ever for a successful 2024. The big theme this year is Partnership, as we leverage our network for the greater good of the industry and continue to seek partners who advocate for and support the health and wellbeing of crew members and guests.…

Remote Seafarers Need Effective Healthcare Solutions

Delivering effective healthcare at sea can be challenging, but especially so in remote parts of the world, where operators are obligated to minimise their impact on the region’s limited resources. Most commercial ships in remote waters operate with a small crew and finite resources, and are minimally equipped to handle anything beyond routine care, such…