Proseafarers Blog – Page 17 of 27

bulk carrier

Everything You Need to Know About Bulk Carriers

A bulk carrier, bulker, or bulk freighter is a type of merchant ship that transports dry goods in bulk that are not packed into containers, drums or other packaging. We're talking about cargo such as grain, cement, coal, ore and even sugar.

fishing vessel at sunset

Everything You Need to Know About Fishing Vessels

We all know a fishing vessel is a boat used to catch fish, whether that's on the sea, a lake or a river. It goes without saying that fishing boats vary in size and complexity, but what you might not know is that they can be broken down into a number of main categories and then subcategories.

an army truck rolling off a roro vessel

Everything You Need to Know About RoRo Ships

Do you want to know what a RoRo ship is? If so, you've come to the right place. RoRo stands for roll-on / roll-off which means it's a vessel that has been designed to carry wheeled cargo: Think cars, vans, trailers, busses and trucks. Anything that can be 'rolled on and then rolled off' the ship.

container ship at sunset

Everything You Need to Know About Cargo & Container Ships

Ever wondered what the difference between a cargo and a container ship is? Ever wanted to know exactly what a cargo ship is and whether or not there are different types of cargo and container ships? You've come to the right place! Join us as we take a deep dive.

A nautical bouy at sunset

A History of Buoys for World Marine Aids to Navigation Day

What is World Marine Aids to Navigation Day? Ever wondered how the humble buoy came into existence? Read on for the history of AtoNs and buoys.

A man leaving home with two suitcases

The Seafarer Packing Guide for Anyone Working at Sea

If you've only recently started working in a job at sea or you've yet to find your first seafarer job, read our essential packing guide first!

A seafarer looking through a telescope at a container ship that has the words jobs on its hull

What to Do When You Can't Find an Entry-Level Seafarer Job

Are you struggling to find an entry-level seafarer job? Trying to start your maritime career without luck? Read our tips for finding a job at sea

seafarers working in a ship's engine room

What Does the Engine Department on a Commercial Vessel Do?

Ever wondered who works in the Engine Department on a commercial vessel and what each crew member does? Our blog post has all of the answers!

a robot helping an officer write his seafarer resume

How A.I. Can Help You Write Your Seafarer Resume

Can you write a seafarer resume using A.I.? Read this to find out - and we'll even let you into a secret that gives you an even easier option!