☆ You constantly learn in procurement – but you do not learn just by sitting at a desk in front of a screen, says Jennifer Schlemeier, Procurement Manager – Fleet at Oldendorff Carriers, and IMPA’s VP of Networking. Read here.

☆ The shipping sector is navigating rapid change, driven by environmental mandates, digitalisation and evolving global supply chains. How Synergy’s strategic approach blends innovation with time-tested practices in order to meet these challenges. Read here.

☆ From innovative water-based solutions to real-time hygiene verification tools, this guide explores how ship operators can maintain cleanliness, safeguard crew health, and protect marine ecosystems—one eco-friendly product at a time. Read here.

☆ The health and productivity of crew are paramount. Nutrition plays a critical role in maintaining these standards, making it essential for procurement managers to prioritise quality food supplies. This article examines the importance of crew nutrition. Read here.

☆ BSM Catering Services provides the food, the menus, the training – and even, if required, the onboard chef. Yannis Petrakis, BSM Catering Services, talks about the importance of good food for seafarer morale – and his new role as an Ambassador for IMPA. Read here.

☆ There have been times in Nancy Karigithu's career when it would have been far easier to quit than to carry on, as she faced entrenched misogynistic attitudes and barely concealed attempts to undermine her position. Listen here.

☆ ISWAN’s commitment to seafarers shines through their helplines and membership network, addressing vital issues like financial struggles, bullying, harassment, and mental health challenges. Listen here.

☆ The maritime industry is under increasing pressure to report and reduce emissions, particularly Scope. The IMPA Maritime Environmental Footprint (IMEF) Initiative offers a scientifically backed, activity-based approach to calculating the carbon footprint of maritime products and components. Watch here.