Proseafarers Blog – Page 4 of 27

Controls and technology on the bridge, or wheelhouse, on a commercial vessel

The Wheelhouse on a Cargo Ship: Where Steering & Control Meet

Want to know what the wheelhouse is and what it's for on a cargo ship? The clue's in the name! Read on to find out more about this vital part of a ship.

A man working in a seafarer job in the accommodation area on a ship

The Accommodation on a Cargo Ship: Living Spaces at Sea

Ever wondered where seafarers live when they're working on a cargo ship? Our blog post takes a closer look at the crew's living space on a vessel.

a cargo ship under a blue evening sky, clearly showing the superstructure

The Superstructure on a Cargo Ship: The World Above-Deck

Ever wondered what the big white 'building' on top of a cargo ship is called? That's the superstructure. Want to know what goes on inside? Read on!

A woman working as a ship's cook in the galley

The Galley on a Cargo Ship: Inside the Heart of Shipboard Cooking

Ever wondered what the galley is on a cargo ship or other commercial vessel? How do galleys differ from kitchens ashore? Our blog post finds out.

Seafarers of varying nationalities and genders eating and chatting in the crew mess on a ship

The Crew Mess on a Cargo Ship: What It Is & Why It Matters

Ever wondered what exactly the crew mess is on a commercial ship and who's responsible for keeping it tidy? Our blog has the answers - and more!

pilot boat

Everything You Need to Know About Marine Pilot Jobs

Pilot jobs are typically associated with flying planes or helicopters. But did you know there's also a career to be had as a maritime pilot?

Two men standing on the deck of a commercial vessel

The Different Decks on a Cargo Ship: A Complete Guide

Ever wondered what the different decks on a cargo ship are called, where they're located and what their purpose is? Our blog post has the answers.

Four seafarers leaning on the rail of a ship while working in deckhand jobs

Everything You Need to Know About Deckhand Jobs

In this post we explain what a Deckhand is & what a Deckhand's duties and responsibilities are so you can decide if a life at sea is for you.

a man working in a Bosun job on a bulk carrier

Everything You Need to Know About Bosun Jobs

Looking for a maritime career and interested in Bosun jobs? Want to know what a Bosun's duties & responsibilities are? Read this post to find out