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The adoption of digital technologies including artificial intelligence is reshaping shipping, making the industry more efficient and sustainable, reports the Manila Times.
Speaking at the Crew Connect Global event last month in Manila, OneOcean's Catherine Logie, head of Learning and People Strategy, stressed how technology impacts seafarers' wellbeing and career development. She said connectivity onboard ships helps seafarers stay in touch with families but requires careful judgement on when to use phones.
OneOcean is a global maritime technology company headquartered in the United Kingdom. Its main office is in London, with additional facilities in Southampton, Athens, Bergen, and Constanta.
Ms Logie added that digitisation provides crews with access to learning platforms, content and certification worldwide, enabling skill development at any time. She said seafarers are central to the digital transition as manufacturers shift from manual to digital systems, requiring stronger digital skills.
She emphasised that digital literacy is not tied to age or rank, with older crew often as proficient as younger colleagues. Collaboration between generations, she said, depends on trust rather than seniority.
Accessibility remains a key factor, with limited exposure to technology or education affecting proficiency. Shee warned that without reskilling, seafarers risk falling behind as AI and other technologies advance.
She urged companies to design systems with seafarers in mind, provide connectivity and use competency frameworks to support career planning. OneOcean said its software and training are developed specifically for mariners, evolving based on crew feedback to ensure solutions work effectively onboard.
https://www.shippingazette.com/news?news_id=9251200000084
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