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Top Five Reasons for Delays in Receiving Mariner Credentials

About half of the roughly 50,000 annual requests from mariners for Captains credentials are delayed at the National Maritime Center due to incomplete applications. How can you avoid the five most common reasons for delays?

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Sailing in all Circuits: From charter boats and super yachts to offshore projects

Captain Madison Olson was born in Key West, Florida to a family of adventurers who fostered in her a love for the ocean and a need for exploration. At 29 years old she has been sailing professionally for the last ten years on vessels ranging from 10 to 55 meters.  Olson spent her childhood on […]

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How to Navigate the Captain’s License Medical Maze

The National Maritime Center (NMC) tells us that a total of 7,882 MMC applications in 2021 were delayed due to deficiencies in the medical certificate. We share here the top medical reasons that MMC certificates are delayed. 

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5 Mobile Phone Apps Every Professional Captain Should Download

Apps on your mobile device can help you navigate, gather essential information about waterways and weather, and interact with other boaters on the water. Check out a few of our favorites!

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10 Steps to Accelerate Your Brand in Maritime – What I Wish I Knew 20 Years Ago

Whether you're an entrepreneur, freelancer, or job seeker, effectively showcasing your unique self (read value proposition) can set you apart in a very crowded market.