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Every day, people make the difference between safe operations and serious incidents. From the bridge to the turbine and the drilling floor, performance starts with people who feel confident, capable, and connected to their purpose.
In this edition, we explore how better leadership, teamwork, and mental wellbeing help unlock true human performance: building safer, stronger, and more resilient teams across the maritime, wind, and oil and gas industries.
Mental health at sea: from prevention to protection
In our recent webinar, guest speakers Pam Kern, Dr. Yan Chyuan Soon, Rob Gale, and Ben Tyler – moderated by Maersk Training's Sofie Isgaard Abild – we explored current challenges, barriers, and practical actions to improve mental health and wellbeing onboard. Revisit the discussion here.
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Leadership at sea through the eyes of a former captainStrong leadership is the anchor of every safe and efficient voyage. In this story, former ship Captain Jaspreet Singh Puri shares what it truly means to lead at sea, balancing authority with empathy and decision-making with trust. His perspective highlights how effective leadership shapes not only safety and performance but also crew wellbeing and cohesion. |
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Creating safe spaces at work with a culture of careLearn how to recognise early signs of stress, anxiety, or mental distress and provide meaningful support to colleagues. Our Mental Health Support Skills course builds confidence in starting conversations, offering help, and guiding individuals toward professional resources – creating a culture where people feel seen, supported, and safe to speak up. |
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Empowering people through consistency and standardisationPerformance improves when people work with clarity and consistency. Our Standardisation and Lean approach helps organisations streamline training and operations by aligning teams, procedures, and performance goals. By empowering people with shared standards and continuous improvement mindsets, we help create safer, more efficient, and more resilient workplaces. |
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Turning bridge teams into high-performing crewsEnhance teamwork, communication, and decision-making with our Bridge Resource Management program. This course helps officers and crew develop the human and leadership skills needed to manage complex operations safely and effectively. Through realistic simulation exercises, participants learn how to coordinate, anticipate, and act as one team in critical situations. |
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Navigating volatility: preparing crews for offshore drilling’s shifting cyclesIn an industry defined by constant change, people are the steady force behind safe and efficient operations. In this article, Tom Milburn explores how Maersk Training equips offshore crews to adapt to shifting drilling cycles through simulation-based learning, teamwork, and real-world readiness. By strengthening confidence, competence, and communication, we help crews stay resilient and perform at their best. |
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Where technical skills meet human performanceLeadership and decision-making define performance under pressure. Our IWCF Enhanced Well Control Level 4 Well Operation CRM - Blended course combines advanced well control with Crew Resource Management (CRM) to strengthen communication, teamwork, and human performance during critical operations. Through realistic scenarios and data-driven feedback, leaders learn to manage complexity, reduce risk, and guide their teams with confidence. |
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