How to Apply for a Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) Using Form CG-719B. If you are interested in working as a merchant mariner, you will need to obtain a Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) from the U.S. Coast Guard. The MMC is a document that certifies your identity, nationality, medical fitness, training, and qualifications for various maritime […]
Crew Member on a cruise ship Regal Princess Committed suicide by jumping in to the water. A Ukrainian national reportedly jumped in to the water and died. Most probable reason would the stress of not being at home with their loved ones in these difficult times. Though She was supposed to be flown home as […]
In a surprising twist, the Japanese-managed cargo vessel, “Galaxy Leader,” found itself in the spotlight after being seized by Yemeni Houthi rebels in the Red Sea on November 19. What initially posed a threat of heightened regional tensions has taken an unusual turn, with the hijacked ship turning into an unconventional gathering hub for the […]
