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Category: <span>Commercial</span>

Collaboration is the Backbone of the Modern Shipping Workplace

Workplace collaboration today is one of the most vital aspects as it defines the level of efficiency. A very old saying goes – two heads are better than one, and as with many old sayings, this one rings true. At the same time, interpretation of any line of wisdom is very important. Here, in this…

Top 4 Environmental Benefits of Hydroxyl Generation

In response to the Intergovernmental Panel Climate Change (IPCC) report, many industries are facing scrutiny from environmental groups and governments all over the world due to their lack of eco-conscious efforts. The maritime sector is among them. New regulations are pushing maritime organizations to cut their greenhouse gas emissions in the fight against climate change,…

Bo Nylandsted Larsen Joins VIKAND as VP of Commercial Partnerships

24 August 2021, Fort Lauderdale, Florida USA: VIKAND Solutions, LLC—the global maritime medical operations and public health provider—announces the appointment of Bo Nylandsted Larsen as Vice President of Commercial Partnerships, effective 1 September 2021. Peter Hult, VIKAND CEO, comments, “Bo Larsen is so very highly regarded in the maritime industry. His visionary strategic planning and…

Then vs. Now: How the Maritime Sector Has & Can Continue to Adapt to COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has uprooted many industries, forcing them to look in the mirror and evaluate what types of protocols, policies, and equipment they have in place to safeguard the health of patrons and employees. Two industries that were impacted the most were hospitality and transportation, specifically within the maritime sector. There is no doubt…

Hydroxyl Technology 101: The Benefits of Air Purification Onboard

With the threat of COVID-19 still looming and vulnerability to the growth of mold spores, viruses, bacteria, and odors, hydroxyl technology is becoming increasingly important in the maritime sector. However, safely and effectively purifying the air to eliminate these contaminants in the tight quarters of a vessel is no easy task. From cruise ships to…

David Best Joins VIKAND as Director of Public Health

7 July 2021, Fort Lauderdale, Florida USA: VIKAND Solutions, LLC— a global maritime medical operations and public health provider— announces the appointment of David Best as Director of Public Health, effective immediately. Paul Morgan, VIKAND Vice President of Compliance & Quality Assurance, comments, “David brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in Maritime Public Health…