World Maritime Day Feature Bonus World Maritime Day Feature Bonus The Gleaner Public Relations / Wednesday, October 2, 2024 0 2221 Article rating: No rating For centuries, mariners relied on equipment aboard the ship for safe navigation. Modern navigational equipment includes a gyro compass, radar, autopilot, global positioning system (GPS), and echo sounder. The faithful equipment forms the base for passage across oceans to deliver cargo or passengers in a safe and timely manner. Over time, the reliable equipment earned the trust of the navigator. The navigator was, owever, trained to never rely solely on any one device to find the way safely. Read more
World Maritime Day 2024 World Maritime Day 2024 Observer Supplement Public Relations / Thursday, September 26, 2024 0 2420 Article rating: No rating Jamaica joins with other Member States of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the United Nations specialized agency for the regulation of international shipping, in celebrating World Maritime Day 2024 under the theme: Navigating the Future: Safety First. Read more
World Maritime Day 2024 World Maritime Day 2024 Gleaner Supplement Public Relations / Thursday, September 26, 2024 0 2496 Article rating: No rating As Jamaica joins in the celebration of World Maritime Day, we stand at a crucial juncture in the evolution of global shipping and maritime safety. This year’s theme, ‘Navigating the future: Safety first!’ underscores our collective commitment to ensuring that the maritime industry continues to thrive while prioritising the safety of all who navigate our seas. Read more
Day of the Seafarers 2024 Day of the Seafarers 2024 JAMAICA OBSERVER SUPPLEMENT Public Relations / Wednesday, July 17, 2024 0 3144 Article rating: 4.0 On this Day of the Seafarer, we celebrate and honour the dedication, bravery, and hard work of every person who sails the seas, ensuring the flow of goods and services across the globe. This year's theme, "Safety Tips at Sea," emphasizes seafarers' vital contributions to making the maritime sector a safer workplace. Read more
Celebrating Seafarers Celebrating Seafarers Guardians of MARPOL and the Marine Environment Public Relations / Tuesday, June 27, 2023 0 4581 Article rating: No rating AS WE celebrate Day of the Seafarer, I extend appreciation and admiration for the brave men and women who navigate the vast seas/oceans, connecting continents and driving global trade while upholding the principles of MARPOL. This year’s theme: “MARPOL at 50 – Our commitment goes on”, with the focus on seafarers, MARPOL, and the marine environment - is timely as Jamaica strives for an improved maritime space. The dedication, resilience, and unwavering commitment of our seafarers and the maritime industry are truly commendable. Read more