Category: <span>Cruise</span>
VIKAND Facilitates Return Testing for Fred. Olsen Sailings From UK
VIKAND Facilitates Return Testing by Bupa for Fred. Olsen International Cruise From the UK
23 August 2021, Fort Lauderdale, Florida USA: VIKAND Solutions, LLC is working with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines and Bupa to provide COVID-19 PCR testing for Fred. Olsen’s cruise aboard Borealis. Borealis is the first international cruise from the UK since the start of the COVID pandemic and sailed to Iceland. The cruise departed 14 August…
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…
CSH: Helping the cruise industry restart with confidence
Why Oxygen Generation is Essential to Onboard Medical Facilities
Having access to proper levels of oxygen is necessary for ships and crews of all sizes. In fact, both the IMDG (International Maritime Dangerous Goods) Code and MFAG (Medical First Aid Guide) dictate that ship operators carry 44 liters of medical oxygen at 200 bar. Many ships will carry 40-liter cylinders and two smaller 2-liter…
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…
Registration opens for Cruise Ship Interiors and Hospitality Expos
Agnes Mathiesen Joins VIKAND as Healthcare Solutions Integrator, VIKAND Direct
22 June 2021, Fort Lauderdale, Florida USA: VIKAND Solutions, LLC— a global maritime medical operations and public health provider— announces the appointment of Agnes Mathiesen as Healthcare Solutions Integrator of VIKAND Direct for commercial shipping, effective immediately. Len Quist, VIKAND Senior Vice President and General Manager, comments, “The role of Healthcare Solutions Integrator reflects Vikand’s…