Career Paths

Career Paths: Capt. David Patraiko, The Nautical Institute

Capt. David Patraiko, Director of Projects, The Nautical Institute goes back to the early stages of his career where he met his mentor , Capt Joe Mullaly , who taught him many valuable lessons both for his professional and personal life. Capt. Patraiko remembers one of the best advice he has heard; that is always to keep calm and try to have another look around in every stressful situation. Also, he suggests trying video conferencing, given that in international business is not always possible...

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Career Paths: Suzanne Beckstoffer, SNAME President 2019-2020

At the start of 2019, Mrs Suzanne Beckstoffer took the helm of SNAME (Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers) as President, being the first woman to hold this position in the association’s 125-year history. In our column, Mrs Beckstoffer further explains us how exciting an engineering career is for women, albeit the professional challenges which made her stronger and a more competent person. She also advises us on having a ‘positive can-do attitude’ in any new challenge and devoting...

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Career Paths: James Wilkes, Gray Page

Mr. James Wilkes, Managing Director, Gray Page explains how he joined maritime industry and what makes his current role exciting. ‘Treat people as you would wish to be treated’ is the best advice he has ever heard, reminding him that respect and kindness are the most important elements to step his career forward.

Citing his own experience, he advises us to show trust as we need support from people around us and not to procrastinate anything that we can do at present; one day we might not be able...

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Career Paths: Silje Bareksten, Nor-Shipping

Mrs. Silje Bareksten, Head of Sustainability and Technology at Nor-Shipping admits that she really enjoys her current role in helping to steer the shipping industry towards more socially responsible and sustainable practices.

Referring to her own experience so far, working in different though challenging business environments has helped her in creating a mindset for life; on top of that, surrounding her self with people with good values has been the most important tactic. As she notes, there is...

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Career Paths: Connie Roozen, C&B More

In our special column, we are delighted to host an interview with Mrs. Connie Roozen who has founded her own tax law firm, C&B More, specialized in the maritime industry. Mrs Roozen explains us how she decided to join the industry while as an active member of WISTA she advocates for diversification in shipping. Citing her own experience, Mrs. Roozen encourages us to view challenges instead of difficulties and always have confidence in ourselves. Currently there is a lot of attention on  tax...

https://safety4sea.com/cm-career-paths-connie-roozen-cb-more/

Career Paths: Tore Morten Olsen, Marlink Group

Mr. Tore Morten Olsen, President of Marlink Group, says digitalization brings many benefits to maritime industry and explains how he decided to join the area of satellite communications. Satellite communications technology and the maritime marketplace are fluid, Mr Olsen notes, therefore investment in continuous learning is required to keep pace with all developments. Overall, in order to succeed, it is important to being open and receptive, collaborate, have team spirit and a listening ear, he...

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Career Paths: Capt. Fared Khan, Wallem Ship Management

In an exclusive interview, Capt. Fared Khan, Marine Director, Wallem Ship Management, advises us to avoid the easy road and always strive to do what it is right; this encompasses focus on the human element, safety and the environment. Doing things right and working as a team can achieve remarkable results, Capt. Khan believes, noting that ‘learning is a lifelong pursuit’ especially nowadays that technology is  changing the way we live.

Capt. Khan,  who is particularly passionate about the topics...

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Career Paths: Diane Gilpin, Smart Green Shipping Alliance

In our special column, we are delighted to host an interview with Mrs. Diane Gilpin, Founder/ CEO, Smart Green Shipping Alliance (SGSA), who inspire us to always invest in our curiosity and dedicate time to listening without judgement and building strong relationships.

Mrs Gilpin has an outstanding career in innovation and systems design during the last 25 years in which she was honoured to meet interesting and influential persons that played catalytic role. From launching the mobile phone...

https://safety4sea.com/career-paths-diane-gilpin-smart-green-shipping-alliance/

Career Paths: Yves Vandenborn, The Standard Club

Capt. Yves Vandenborn, Director of Loss Prevention, The Standard Club, talks about the fascinating world of loss prevention. Before joining the Club, he served as a master mariner and had the chance to sail with Belgium’s first female master from whom he learned the importance of nurturing both respect and talent to the crew. Capt. Vandenborn advises us to study as much as we can at a young age and always try to keep balance between personal and business life. Working on Club’s Human Element...

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