Ocean Technologies Group

🌟 Meet Kasia, one of our newest Oceaneers! 🚀 💻 What sparked your interest in the tech field, and what motivates you to stay? I have always been naturally interested in the technical nature of things. I originally graduated in Mechanical Engineering and spent the first few years of my career working in industrial factories. I made a career switch in 2016, and since then I have been working in various types of IT companies. What sparked my interest in the IT field was that it’s a very fast-growing area. Nowadays, almost every company has some kind of connection to IT. It’s a very dynamic environment with an ocean of possibilities that never gets boring. 💼🌊What do you do at OTG and what impact do you want to make? As a Development Manager, my role is to enable development teams to deliver OTG’s products. I support teams and individual contributors in being most productive at their work, build teams via hiring, onboarding and team building, and identify and implement process improvements. I focus on creating an environment where everyone uses their strengths to multiply the team’s results. 🌟 Who is Kasia outside of OTG? There are few things besides technology that make my heart beat faster 🙂 My true passion is dancing. I spend at least a couple of hours a week on dance training or other activities that improve my dancing. When I dance, I forget about the whole world, and it makes me truly happy. Besides that, you can find me riding my scooter, watching musicals or, if I have more time, travelling. I have visited six continents, and visiting the 7th is on my bucket list 🐧 #Oceaneerslife #jointheteam #tech #it #womenintech #diversity

We are pleased to be helping clients and their seafarers in navigating the new SIRE 2.0 ship inspection regime. 📋   When it goes live on 2nd September there will be an increased focus on human factors and more responsibility placed on crew members across all ranks, so it is essential that companies are prepared for the changes. OTG can help ensure readiness through specialised SIRE 2.0 training programmes – please get in touch if you’d like to know more.   #SIRE #shipinspections #seafarertraining #elearning 

Here are some key takeaways from Dr. Loukas Barmparis - President & Director at Safe Bulkers Inc, on building a lasting workforce in the maritime industry from Posidonia 2024! 🌊 🔸Continuous development and training, especially with the introduction of new technologies, is crucial. 🔸Treating seafarers like family helps develop loyalty and commitment. 🔸Engaging with potential seafarers from a young age and offering incentives and support in their locations and on board can help attract and retain talent. 🔸Effective communication and motivation are key to building a lasting and dedicated workforce. Watch the clip below to learn more #Posidonia2024 #MaritimePeopleLeaders

An excellent summation from our own Catherine Logie! We enthusiastically support WISTA and the important work they do amplifying the voice of women in maritime and building consensus for a diverse maritime industry.

🎉 A fantastic session today at the International Maritime Organization for WISTA UK’s Summer Conference and Reception, celebrating their 50th anniversary! We congratulate WISTA UK on their remarkable half-century milestone. Gender diversity is critical to ensuring a sustainable future for our industry, and WISTA’s tireless efforts to reduce the gender gap in leadership positions play a key role in redressing that balance. We’re proud to support WISTA UK in their celebrations and look forward to our continued partnership in fostering a diverse and inclusive maritime community. 🌊 #WISTAUK50 #GenderDiversity #MaritimeIndustry #Inclusion #Empowerment #MaritimeCareers

🌟 Celebrating Our Manila Team's Exceptional Hospitality and Dedication. A heartfelt thanks to our Manila team for the warm welcome during our office opening! Your hospitality helped forge stronger connections as we engaged in workshops, discussions, and spirited talks. We bonded over our shared passions for maritime, technology, and—yes, karaoke! 🌍🎤 Your remarkable dedication to customer support truly exemplifies how you live and breathe customer service excellence every day. The celebration didn't stop there! We laced up our running shoes and joined the vibrant FAME Fun Run at Manila Bay, energising our spirits and strengthening our bonds. 🏃♂️💨 #OneTeam #OceaneersLife #OTGTeamManila #CustomerService

We are delighted to announce the opening of our new regional office in Manila! This strategic expansion underscores our dedication to enhancing services and support for our partners in the world’s largest seafarer supply region. It will also play a vital role in attracting top talent in the area. This announcement builds on our continued focus on the Philippines and follows our extensive involvement in the Philippines' Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA - DOTC)’s Day of the Seafarer celebrations last month. We were honoured to be able to present our solutions and lead workshops for seafarers, educators, crewing agencies, and key administrative bodies, including the Philippine Ports Authority. We look forward to the opportunities this new office will provide to grow existing partnerships, build new relationships, and connect with the impressive pool of maritime and technology talent in Manila. Read the full news article here: https://bit.ly/4cCSCUn #Philippines #Seafarers #Crewing #MaritimeTraining #Manila #NewOffice

Ready for inspection insights? Watch this clip! Our webinar on inspection excellence highlighted the key challenges of maritime inspections and the best practices for ensuring vessel readiness. 🔹 Advance Notice: Ideally, crews should receive 10 days' notice before an inspection to organise and prepare thoroughly, covering all documentation and checklists. 🔹 Work Coordination: During peak operations like cargo loading, clear communication between the Master, Crew, and Inspector can alleviate stress and streamline the inspection. 🔹 Transparency Matters: Providing a detailed defect list and planned repairs demonstrates proactive maintenance and builds trust with inspectors. 🔹 Inspector’s Mission: Inspectors aim to verify operational integrity, not just find faults. Being honest about issues can prevent misunderstandings and lead to a smoother inspection process. For more in-depth strategies, explore our full webinar recap. 🔗 Read the full article https://bit.ly/49AUWJm #RightShip #SIRE2_0 #PSCinspection

OCIMF has announced that the new SIRE 2.0 inspection regime is scheduled to go live on Monday, 2nd September 2024, and will become the standard tanker inspection tool for the maritime industry. The move to SIRE 2.0 marks a step change with a new digitised inspection programme and a welcome focus on Human Factors.  It’s a change we have been monitoring carefully to help ensure our tanker customers prepare their crews in good time. You can find out more about the change and resources available to prepare for it here: https://lnkd.in/eCEUux5m  #shipinspection #maritimesafety #SIRE #SIRE2.0

We are pleased to offer our continued support for the main crewing event in the maritime calendar, which brings together professionals to prioritise the industry’s most valuable asset - its people. We look forward to seeing you there in November, and joining in what is sure to be an interesting and insightful conference. #Crewing #HR #Maritime #Seafarers