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12/06/2026

One ship. One canal. Six days that shook global trade. 🚢🌍

In March 2021, the Ever Given blocked the Suez Canal and exposed how fragile the world’s supply chain really is. From navigation challenges to salvage operations and global trade delays, this incident became one of the biggest maritime wake-up calls in modern history.

Watch the full episode on Nav Insider and discover how one vessel brought world trade to a standstill. ⚓

10/06/2026

Life at sea teaches strength but it also asks for honesty. ⚓
Some days are heavier than others, and that’s human.

Seafarer mental health starts with awareness, balance, and the courage to ask for support.

You don’t have to carry everything alone.
Stay tuned for the full podcast

08/06/2026

What is the International Tonnage Convention 1969, and why does it still matter to every ship today? ⚓🚢

In Part 2 of our Ship Tonnage Simplified series, we break down ITC 1969 in a practical and easy-to-understand way — from Gross Tonnage and Net Tonnage to port dues, canal tolls, safety regulations, manning requirements, and compliance.

This episode explains why ITC 1969 replaced older tonnage systems, how GT and NT are calculated, what spaces are included or excluded, and why Suez Canal and Panama Canal still follow their own tonnage rules.

Whether you are a maritime student, cadet, seafarer, or shipping professional, this video will help you understand one of the most important measurement systems in global shipping.

Watch now and simplify ship tonnage with NavInsider. 🌊

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06/06/2026

What is it really like to step on board a merchant vessel as a young cadet today? ⚓🌊

Life at sea is not just about uniforms, travel, and adventure. It is about discipline, patience, responsibility, and the mindset to stay strong through long contracts, limited connectivity, homesickness, and real shipboard challenges.

In this candid NavInsider interview, we talk about the true reality of modern Merchant Navy life — from Starlink internet onboard and daily data limits to the 6-month commitment every young seafarer must prepare for.

Because a successful career at sea begins long before you board the ship. It begins with the right mindset.

Watch the full interview and understand what every aspiring seafarer should know before choosing this life. 🚢

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04/06/2026

Life on a ship is built around people, routines, and shared spaces. ⚓
Wellbeing at sea isn’t just about numbers or reports it’s about how crews connect, live, and work together every day.

Behind every statistic is a real experience at sea.

Stay tuned for the full podcast

01/06/2026

Internet at sea is faster than ever - but unlimited? Not always. 🚢📶

From Starlink speed to daily data limits, this reel breaks the real story of ship Wi-Fi and how seafarers stay connected with home while sailing. ⚓🌊

Stay tuned for full video

30/05/2026

Earning in dollars is not enough if there is no planning, discipline, and awareness.

This video talks about the money mistakes many seafarers face after signing off and why financial literacy is essential for building a secure future at sea and ashore. ⚓

28/05/2026

Seafarer mental health is shaped by a life that never switches off.
At sea, even a bad day doesn’t come with the option to go home.
Understanding this reality is where awareness begins.

Stay tuned for the full podcast

25/05/2026

What is the International Tonnage Convention 1969, and why does it matter to every ship at sea? 🚢⚓

In Part 1 of this Nav Insider explainer, we simplify ship tonnage, including Gross Tonnage, Net Tonnage, ITC 1969, port dues, canal tolls, certificates, and compliance.

From GRT and NRT to GT and NT, this video breaks down the basics in a practical and easy-to-understand way for maritime students, seafarers, and shipping professionals.

Watch the full video and understand ship tonnage like never before.

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22/05/2026

🚢 Navigating the new rules of the sea! Are your systems ready for the future of maritime navigation?

In today’s breakdown, we are exploring the critical updates to AIS Performance Standards and introducing the concepts behind AIS 3.0. 🌊

We decode the complex IMO regulations—specifically the shift from IMO MSC.74(69) to the newly adopted MSC.570(109). Learn exactly what these changes mean, how the transition period works through 2028, and what will be required for all new AIS builds starting in 2029.

Watch the full video to stay ahead of the regulatory curve and keep your maritime knowledge sharp! ⚓️👇

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