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TRAVEL & EXPLORATION

ISSUE 13 | 2016

EDITORIAL 2

MANAGEMENT & COMPANY NEWS 5

TRAVEL & EXPLORATION 17

LIFE ON BOARD 29

TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE 35

ENTERTAINMENT 41Photo Contest 42

Puzzles 49

Activities next issue 50

Credits cover picture:

Michael Balacuit (sunrise / background picture), Ken Mickel Delicano (city

lights), Lucien van der Horn (GasChem BREMEN)

Published by:

Hartmann AG · Neue Strasse 24 · 26789 Leer · Germany

V.i.S.d.P.: Anke Borkott · [email protected] · www.hartmann-ag.com

Dr Hartmann, Mr Hoppe: At this year’s Management Meeting, you summarized 2016 as “the worst in the whole shipping crisis”…Yes, this is the way we have to put it. When in 2008 the break-down of Lehmann Brothers became the catalyst of the global financial crisis and thus the shipping crisis, the maritime industry expected a bad year, even a number of bad years. But hardly anyone anticipated a lean period that would last this long. We saw the markets go down, then rise a bit, only to go down even further. Some players in the industry were hit hard already, just think about Hanjin. To put it bluntly, during the next years the maritime industry will be all about who is still standing when the recovery comes.Against this background, we still have the option to act and to adapt our long-term strategy in order to secure our business. This means we have to be able to survive long term at the current market levels in order to stand on really safe feet. This does not even mean that all ships have to be profitable for themselves, but that our fleet in average pays all costs, including debt service of course.This will require adjustments in our ownership portfolio. But the positive news is that this only relates to ships which have no real strategic value for us. Obviously we are working on this adjustment under the assumption that we can retain management for these vessels within the Hartmann Group. A good example is the recent sale of two of our Babycapers to Oldendorff Carriers, with Hartmann Dry Cargo remaining the technical and crewing manager of these ships.

Interview with CEO Dr. Niels Hartmann and CFO Michael Hoppe

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Compared to the majority of the industry players: How is the Hartmann Group doing?The Hartmann Group is one of the few shipping companies that are still standing – in fact standing relatively strong. But of course the past 8 years have left their mark. You all witnessed some hard measures we had to take, like exiting the shortsea segment, closing the container line in Asia or selling a number of vessels, for example a large part of our Dutch fleet managed by Feederlines. Our owned fleet has an average age of about 8 years, which is still quiet young, and we do have a number of innovative projects in the pipeline, like the 36k ethane carriers, the new Lakers for Fednav and further projects, which are still in the planning phase. All in all, this is a reassuring base to start from. Of course we have to start to replace some vessels in the coming years in our core markets – for example some of our oldest UBC bulk carriers – but it is still some way to go and we definitely can afford to stay patient right now.But nevertheless, the crisis is not over and we will have to face further challenging months and probably years ahead of us.

Beginning of 2016 saw the exit of Feederlines, and by the end of 2016, MTL in Duisburg will leave the Hartmann Group, too. What lead you to the decision to exit shortsea?2016 means to say farewell to a business segment and to two companies, but, what’s more, to

a number of skilled and valued employees and colleagues. After more than 20 years of business in shortsea shipping, it was hard to let go Feederlines and it will be the same for us to say goodbye to MTL in Duisburg. If we had seen a different way out, for sure we would have chosen it. But we have to admit that our fortune in the shortsea shipping sector was limited over the years, and we came to the conclusion that we rather invest our resources in our other core markets and keep our future exposure to shortsea smaller than it was in the recent years. Furthermore, the technical management of these vessels can be done without any problems by Hartmann Dry Cargo in Germany or Intership Navigation in Cyprus.Our new partner for the commercial management of the remaining owned shortsea vessels will be a recently founded joint venture with Papenburg-based company “Schulte & Bruns”. This demonstrates that we will not totally abandon this business, but be more focused and rely with S&B on a strong partner with an excellent reputation and a very strong market position.

What is the Hartmann Group’s strategy for 2017 onwards?On the land-based side we do not foresee any further changes after the departure of Feederlines, MTL and the liner activities from our Group as well as entering into the new joint venture with Schulte & Bruns. All our current operating companies have a high

strategic value for us and an excellent market position or even market leadership, which is widely recognized by our customers, financiers and even competition. So we just have to defend the status-quo on this side or think about a slow and careful growth in our core markets.The plan for the future is to consolidate, meaning we have to adapt to the changing market environments. On the financing side, finding new investors and equity partners will be a major topic. New sources of finance will enable us to implement new projects and keep our fleet young, efficient and attractive.On the commercial side, we will focus on the expansion of our services and the acquisition of further third party management, technically and commercially. This is a segment where we can generate additional sources of income, especially due to the fact that “Hartmann” is a renowned company valued for its efficiency, reliability and innovative power.We will definitely have to accept hits in the months and probably years to come, however, there are a lot of positive developments which often are overseen in the general negative shipping sentiment. And we can be proud that we are one of the few shipping companies being able to set up meaningful new projects in these days and act still independently on our own behalf.

Editorial

Interview with CEO Dr. Niels Hartmann and CFO Michael Hoppe

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Editors’ Note

“Travelers & explorers” – a description which applies to each

and every seafarer! This might be the reason, why the editorial

team received even more articles than usual. It was a pleasure!

There is a section of several pages dedicated to the topic,

comprising your experiences, thoughts and stories on our gener-

al topic and starting on page 17.

This section incorporates a broad selection of ideas, ranging

from travel tips to fl ight exercises and proven travel apps, to

make your voyages more convenient. You will also fi nd an article

about Ferdinand Magellan on page 23.

Of course, this issue covers more than “travel & exploration”.

Read about the launching of our new in-house crewing agency

for German and further European Off icers, Hartmann Crew Germany

(page 10), or meet the new Finance Director at Hartmann Off -

shore, Volker Tebben, on page 11.

Hartmann Crew Philippines and ISNTC report about the 17th batch

of their joint Maritime Resource Management Training Program

COMPASS on page 12.

UBC TAMPA recently assisted a fi shing vessel in distress. The

article is located on page 30.

And did you know how a cargo operation between an AHTS and a

FPSO works? Find out on page 36/37.

Wishing you a pleasant read, Merry Christmas and a very Happy

New Year 2017!

Your Editorial team

Anke Borkott (Hartmann AG) – Hermann Haun (Hartmann Off shore)

- Irish Clarine V. Matito (Hartmann Crew Philippines) – Mario

Evgeniou (Intership Navigation) - Michaela Cecilia Gomez (Hart-

mann Crew Philippines) - Silvia Tolle (Hartmann Reederei) -

Stephanie Ernst (MTL)

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Management & Company news

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Recently, there were some modifications concerning the Hartmann Group‘s corporate design.

The logos of the technical ship management companies (Hartmann Dry Cargo, Hartmann Gas Carriers, Intership Navigation, Donnelly Tanker Management and Hartmann Offshore) have been re-arranged, aligning them with the logos of the commercial managers and the crewing/training companies.

Hartmann Group: technical managers‘ logos modified

New website for Hartmann AGwww.hartmann-ag.com has got a new look!With the colors adapted to the blue and red of the Hartmann Group‘s maritime companies, the new site acts as a homepage for the Hartmann Group. It provides basic info about our services and business areas and links to the respective companies.During the next month, the new website design will be applied to the other Hartmann companies‘ websites as well, leading to a more consistent outward appearance.

The new logos are effective immediately, but during a transition period of about two years, old and new logo versions exist in parallel.

In the long run, these changes will strengthen the “Hartmann”-brand further, leading to a higher recognition value and an increased presence in our markets.

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Management & Company News

Clear words: What does Cargo mean to us?

Our fi rst priority is to deliver the cargo entirely and undamaged to the respective consignee. We can only achieve this by a good performance of all parties involved in the process.

If this loop runs well, a satisfi ed consignee will book our company’s services again and furthermore, he will recommend us to other parties – resulting in the fact that all employees will be in work and can sustain their families.

The Hartmann Reederei aims to have vessels in line with the market, which means good intakes and low consumption of the vessels.

Additionally, we pursue employing (and keeping!) a good and satisfi ed crew, which is trained very well by our companies ISNTC, Manila/Philippines and Nautitec, Leer/Germany. As the crew onboard a vessel has to cater for the charterer’s needs, but at the same time

keep owner’s interests in mind, balancing this is not always an easy task.

Ashore, several departments take care of all operational matters like technical/nau-tical requirements, insurance, supplies, crewing. They also have an “open ear” for our seafarers’ needs.

If safe, economic and innovative vessels, well trained and satisfi ed crew on board and employees ashore, as well as good operations come together, we are going to have pleased charterers for the future.

Our designated target is to work like a perfectly interacting gear train and to have an open and honest communication between all parties.

Capt. Michael IppichManaging Director, Hartmann Reederei

No doubt, all of us have been dreaming of travelling to far-away places when we were kids. The magic of tropical islands, inhabited by one-eyed pirates armed with a parrot, or vast African savannah full with wildlife, beautiful yet dangerous animals.

Well, the profession of a seafarer is all about travelling and seeing the world – albeit much less romantic nowadays than what it used to be, and what we were dreaming of. Too often are the ports far away from the bustling life of the towns, or restrictions by authorities make it impossible to go ashore. And on top of that, many ships, particularly container vessels, have very short port calls.

It is a fact of modern life that ‘effi ciency’ is of highest priority, often leaving little room for the pleasures of life.

Shipping is the lifeblood of globalization, without shipping the world would not have come as closely together as it has. Modern vessels allow fast

transportation at low costs, and goods to reach virtually every place in the world. Unfortunately, the fact that all goods are available pretty much everywhere in the world means that nobody really

cares to look ‘behind the scenes’ − who is responsible for the fl awless transportation?

It is shipping with its highly skilled seafarers, who are working day and night to ensure seamless logistic chains. The seafarers are the ‘unsung heroes’, who continue to travel the world − without being able to enjoy much of it.

But if you do get a chance on one of your next port calls to go ashore and discover a new area, a new city, a new landscape − by all means, do it. It is what you dreamt of as a child!

Safe seas!Dieter Rohdenburg

Dear colleagues,transportation at low costs, and goods to reach virtually every place in the world. Unfortunately, the fact that all goods are available pretty much everywhere in the world means that nobody really

cares to look ‘behind the scenes’ − who is responsible

Traditionally the NDR (North German Broadcasting) globally broadcasts greetings to seafarers, who spend their Christmas Eve on board, far away from their homes and their families.

“Gruß an Bord”, which is almost an institution of the NDR, is on air since Christmas Eve 1953 and hence one of the oldest and most traditional broadcasts in German radio.

This year, the greetings will be recorded on two events:

1.) At the “Kulturspeicher” in Leer on 4th December 2016

2.) At the “Seemannsmission Duckdalben” in Hamburg on 11th December 2016

On Christmas Eve 2016, the radio stations “NDR Info”, “NDR 90,3” and “NDR Info Spezial” send the program’s 63rd Edition!

Families of German seafarers as well as seafarers on vacation, who would like to send greetings to family members or friends on board, can register for the recording in Hamburg as from 10th November via email ([email protected]).

For the recording in Leer no registration is required.

„Gruß an Bord“ (Greetings on Board) on Christmas Eve

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This year the SKULD Summer Sailing Regatta took place in Hamburg on June 23, 2016.

Our Managing Director Cpt. Michael Ippich participated in that event – the team he joined achieved a terrifi c 1st place!

SKULD is a P&I (Protection & Indemnity) Club which protects their members against third party losses and liabilities. SKULD is one of thirteen members of the

International Group of P&I Clubs that work closely together in reinsurance and industry matters of common interest. The International Group insures approximately 90 % of the world´s merchant fl eet.

SKULD Summer Sailing Regatta

On 3rd May 2016, the 35th „Ossiloop“-run started its 6 legs from Leer to Bensersiel with nearly 2800 participants.

The Hartmann Team consisted of 25 runners from Hartmann AG, Hartmann Shipping, Hartmann Offshore, Hartmann Immobilien and ETB.

The “Ossiloop” is a traditional East Frisian footrace that was established in 1982. It takes place once a year in May over a distance of a total of 70 kilometers, divided in 6 sections of 10 to 14 kilometers.

The route is varying from fl at meadows with grazing cows, through small forests, passing smaller and bigger cities, where the traffi c is stopped or diverted by the local fi re department as soon as the runners approach. The race fi nally ends at the North Sea Coast in Bensersiel.

There were hundreds, nay thousands of spectators along the path, greeting the runners with enormous applause.

The team of the Hartmann Group managed to earn an excellent second place in the companies’ competition, leading the table with 16.589 points.

Congratulations to all Hartmann Runners!

Silvia Tolle

Ossiloop 2016

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Hartmann Group launches in-house crewing division in Germany

The youngest addition to the Hartmann Group, Hartmann Crew Germany, recently took up operations. As part of Hartmann Shipping Services, it acts as a crewing agency especially for German and further European Offi cers, solely on vessels managed

by Hartmann Gas Carriers and Hartmann Dry Cargo.

It is located in the Hartmann Reederei headquarters at “Haus der Schiffahrt” in Leer.

Hartmann Crew Germany offers the recruitment and selection of seafarers in addition to the complete administration package. This comprises Management and Operational level Offi cers from cadet right up to senior level, hence facilitating career opportunities on a wide range of different vessels.

Hartmann Crew Germany targets a long-term, general expansion of its services. The new division currently evaluates the opening of new fi elds of business, such as incorporating training and education of seafarers at the Hartmann Group’s own training facilities at Nautitec and ISNTC, as well as career planning and, probably, offering crewing services to third party companies.

UBC: signing ceremony in Leer

On August 24 at the premises of Hartmann AG, UBC renewed the contract with a Jamaican customer – a business relationship that started in 1997 already and that has been extended ever since.

As both contracting parties happened to be in Europe at the same time, it was decided to meet in Leer and hold the signing ceremony at the Hartmann Group’s headquarters.

The new contract comprises a volume of about 300,000 metric tons of animal feedstuff per year, which will be transported from North America to the customer’s different locations.

Additionally, the visitors were invited to a sightseeing program, which incorporated a visit to the Hartmann Reederei „Haus der Schiffahrt“, a walk through the historic center of Leer and a guided tour of the “Meyer Werft” shipyard in Papenburg.

Jens Grassmann,

Managing Director

Introducing the new Finance Director at Hartmann Offshore: Volker Tebben

workfl ows, reporting structures and procedures. This is a challenging task, as the whole offshore team, comprising all departments onshore and all teams offshore, have to work together.

Which personal goals with Hartmann Offshore do you have?

Beside the management of the fi nancials of the Hartmann Offshore fl eet during diffi cult times, my focus will be on creating and realizing ideas together with all teams together to increase the ability and attractiveness of Hartmann Offshore for third party business.

What do you like doing when you come home?

I like spending my time with my family – “exploring the world” with my two little sons and I’m interested in travelling & sports.

What is the most exciting place you ever have been to?

One of the most exciting places I have been was Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada: on top of the mountains “The Lions”, with an impressive view on Vancouver but also on the Pacifi c Ocean.

business.

What do you like doing when you come home?

the world” with my two little sons and I’m interested in travelling & sports.

What is the most exciting place you ever have been to?

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada: on top of the mountains “The Lions”, with an impressive view on Vancouver but also on the Pacifi c Ocean.

Which are the major future tasks for Hartmann Offshore?

“Hartmann Offshore” – including Hartmann Offshore as the technical manager, UOS as the commercial manager and our crews on board - is worldwide a well-known brand in the offshore industry which has been established during the last 10 years. Providing all management services – technical and commercial – out of one hand is a key asset in this market. [Between you and me, we are successfully operating our vessels in a diffi cult market situation, whereas a substantial part of the worldwide fl eet is in lay-up.]

In order to exploit our brand “Hartmann Offshore” and to increase its value added, Hartmann Offshore is working on several “third party projects”. Third Party business (e.g. 3rd party ship owner, investors) demands and requires high professionalized service standards but also a maximum transparency in terms of operational (“cost saving potential/effi ciency”) and fi nancial performance (e.g. “liquidity management”). Therefore, one of the major tasks of Hartmann Offshore is to further develop its processes,

Short biography

- Born in Ostfriesland

- Married, two sons (2 years + 5 months old)

- Former employments:

o Manager Corporate Finance at Deloitte

o Head of Controlling Print Division within

Bertelsmann Group

o Since 2013 with Hartmann

o 2013-2016 Head of Controlling at

Hartmann Reederei

- Actual: Finance Director at Hartmann Offshore

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Hartmann Crew Philippines (HCP) and Intership Navigation Training Center (ISNTC) in cooperation with Learning Just Made Better (LJMB) headed by its CEO and Chief Consultant Mr. Louie John M. Banta conducted the COMPASS seminar last May 11-13, 2016.

COMPASS Batch 17:

HCP and ISNTC’s joint Maritime Resource Management Training Program

Participants with the team of

HCP, ISNTC, and the COMPASS facilitators

Scene in the Bridge simulator room during the

simulation of one of the scenarios.

COMPASS stands for Communication/Confl ict Management and Professional Assertiveness. This is HCP and ISNTC’s joint Maritime Resource Management training program which started last April 2010. It is now on its 17th batch. Participants in this program are management level offi cers and engineers including those who are promotable to a management level

position.

In addition to group discussions, COMPASS focuses on the assessment of actual cases and cases that might occur onboard. The program

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and Table A-II/1, A-III/1 and A-III/6 for Application of Leadership and Teamworking Skills of the STCW Code 1978 as amended in 2010.

Furthermore, as the name of the program implies, the participants are expected to have better skills in Communication/Confl ict Management and Professional Assertiveness—all of which are crucial for a safe and successful voyage, smooth shipping operations, and correct direction in their career.

Hartmann Crew PhilippinesCCFC Department

Group discussion: Self and Peer Assessment

Scene in the engine room simulator after

the confl ict situation was given.

Activity on effective communication

identifi es and tests the participants’ abilities and skills through simulations made possible with the company’s advanced simulator machines. This gives both deck and engine offi cers a chance to interact with one another in true-to-life situations onboard.

The program was birthed after realizing the need to develop further the ability of offi cers in dealing with confl icts on board and to resolve these challenges assertively and professionally. Discussions on leadership, time management, and decision making are also taught to all participants. Filipino culture and its effects on management and decisive decision making were also taken up.

It is expected that at the end program, participants will be able to communicate and behave assertively and positively whilst handling confl ict situations at work.

This programs also helps to meet the requirements in accordance to Table A-II/1 for Bridge Resource Management, Table A-III/1 for Engine Resource Management, Table A-II/2 and A-III/2 for Use Leadership and Managerial Skills

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Last June 23, 2016, Hartmann Crew Philippines (HCP) and Intership Navigation Training Center (ISNTC) held an early celebration for Day of The Seafarer at their offi ces in Malate, Manila. The whole day event was open to all HCP seafarers.

HCP and ISNTC Celebrate Day of The Seafarer

Attendees were treated to free haircuts by Deme’s Barbershop who brought their own pop-up shop at ISNTC. Meanwhile, at the HCP Lounge, various brands had their own booths with activities and freebies for the attendees.

Generika provided mini games and free medical tests for cholesterol, glucose, uric acid, and blood pressure. SMART introduced their new All Abroad sim, while Philippine National Bank (PNB) extended

its products and services. The booth partners also provided generous prizes for the raffl e and games that tested the players’ knowledge on seafaring and the maritime industry. Free snacks were also served in the afternoon along with fruit shakes and sorbets.

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Furthermore, HCP and ISNTC premiered a series of short videos in line with the International Maritime Organization’s theme for Day of the Seafarer— At Sea For All. The goal of the videos is to further educate people about the lives of seafarers and how vital they are to the world. The videos may be viewed at http://bit.ly/hartmannphvideos

This event marks the fi rst Day of the Seafarer celebration of Hartmann Crew Philippines since its change of name in the last quarter of 2015. HCP looks forward to making Day of The Seafarer an annual event in honor of every maritime professional.


ISNTC Holds ChartWorld Instructors Course on EGlobe-G2 with Award Winning ECDIS Instructor

(L-R: Capt. Andres Tallafer Jr., Capt. Avelino Castillo, Capt.

Robert de Jose, Capt.Peter Moeller, Mr. Giovanni Tuapin, Capt.

Rommel Salinas, Capt. Benjamin Privado Jr., 2/M Ryan Reynes)

Intership Navigation Training Center held a 3-day instructor training course for ECDIS type-specifi c training on eGlobe G2 last July 11 to 13. It was conducted by 2015 World ECDIS Day – ECDIS Instructor of the Year awardee, Capt. Peter Moeller. The aim of the course was to upgrade the knowledge and skills of ISNTC’s instructors as part of their continuous development as educators.

The training course has been authorized by the equipment manufacturer ChartWorld and was held in accordance with chapter II, section A-II/1 And AII/2 of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certifi cation and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978, as amended. The seminar was attended by on-call and full-time instructors of ISNTC.

Aside from the instructors, the following were also present during the training: Capt. Rene Dzicki, ISN Head of Training and Hartmann e-learning; Mr. Giovanni Tuapin, ISNTC President; Capt. Robert De Jose, ISNTC

Training Director; C/E Felicito Zingapan, ISNTC Engine Department Head; and Capt. Rommel Salinas, HCP Crew Operations and Recruitment Manager.

(L-R: Capt. Andres Tallafer Jr., Capt. Avelino Castillo, Capt. also present during the training: Capt. Rene Dzicki, ISN

Intership’s latest new building, the MV FEDERAL ALSTER, was christened by her godmother Jessica Pathy on 31st August 2016. Jessica is the wife of Mark Pathy, CEO of Fednav International.

FEDERAL ALSTER is a box-shaped ‘Lakes-max’ bulk carrier with a dwat of 36,500mt. The vessel is the fi rst in a series of three under construction at New Times Shipbuilding in Jingjiang, China. All three vessels will enter a ten-year charter to Fednav, where they will be employed alongside their ‘older’ sisters. The new vessels have been greatly improved – besides several other improvements, the vessels will consume 30% less fuel than the predecessors.

Intership NavigationChristening ceremony

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testing the 36k virtual model

Special lunchbreak at NAUTITEC:The offi ce staff of the Hartmann Gas Carriers

technical department was invited to visit the simulator at Nautitec and to test the virtual model of the new 36k gas tanker during a virtual winter North Atlantic crossing.

The model has been manufactured by Nautitec‘s 3D model designer Jörg Brau with the assistance of the newbuilding department of Hartmann Gas Carriers.

Travel and Exploration

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Travel Advice: Four basic things to do

Working onboard while travelling and exploring places is complicated (unless your ship is a liner in that place) since you only have a limited time to walk, taste, smell, feel and experience the way of living from where you have been— doing such while getting worried of the time left is no travelling at all. Indeed, exploring is possible only for a certain extent. To fully enjoy your travel, planning is very important. When you are out of the country, you need a concrete plan and information.

Here are my four basic tips about travelling while working onboard:

FIRST, you must research about the place, its cus-toms, currency, exchange rates, way of living, local attractions, local foods, at least a little knowledge of their tongue, and their foreign policy whether they require a tourist visa or not.

SECOND, it is essential to have enough money for food and drinks. You wouldn’t enjoy exploring if you’re dizzy because you did not eat. In fact, you do not need to carry a large amount of money, remember, you are a tourist.

THIRD, visit local attractions or walk down the street and stroll. Refrain from going to shopping malls unless you need to buy something. Malls are nothing special and you will only be tempted to spend money.

FOURTH, satisfy your appetite by introducing your mouth to something new. Say no to famous food chains for a while. Eat something new that you’ve never tast-ed before. Local food will defi nitely be the best cuisine to try. It will give you a new and unique experience and will allow you to live through their culture.

We all have our own way of enjoying. You must learn to think outside the box and get out of your comfort zone because the best experiences can happen in the strangest ways. No matter how fancy or cheap, in the end, what matters is how you enjoyed your experience.

WPR Christian Jann MonungolhUBC CARTAGENA

Perfect World ClockDoes pretty much what it says on the tin,

this one, providing easy access to the time in hundreds of cities and therefore averting arith-

metic-induced stress your jetlagged brain could really do without. Nothing revolutionary, but still an essential down-load, especially considering the rather nifty option of adding several clocks as home-screen widgets.

Google TranslateThis translator can be a useful tool to support

your own, more serious language learning, but realistically, it’s most useful on a practical level

quickly translating day-to-day words you come across on your travels. For example, you can hold your camera up to text – such as a sign, or a menu – and Google will translate it for you instantly. It’s an essential app for any traveler.

XE Currency XE is the go-to site for currency conversions

on the web, so it’s no surprise that its app is so popular. It has lots of business-oriented features,

such as rates for precious metals and historic currency charts, but for the traveler it is most useful for the simple fact that it’s able to convert every world currency. It also functions offl ine by saving the last updated rates, which is great if you’re in a place with limited connectivity or trying to save on data.

First Aid (by the American Red Cross)

Red Cross’ First Aid app is a great tool to have at the ready. It includes safety tips for everything from volcanoes to meningitis, as well as the

standard directions for heart attacks, burns, cuts and more. Preloaded content means you don’t need Wi-Fi to ac-cess the app — a necessity during emergencies. It features a clean, red and white Pinterest-like scroll design. Tap on your unique emergency situation to get step-by-step instructions. All content is ad-free.

TipulatorLeave 10% on the table after a meal in Tokyo

and your generosity will cause offence; do the same in New York and you’ll be called a skinfl int.

Thankfully, wherever you go, there’s this: a nifty tip calcula-tor to help the mathematically challenged split bills and tips while neatly sidestepping social embarrassment. Note that it doesn’t tell you the standard tip rate for the country – you’ll need to look that up separately.

Useful traveler’s appsPe

this one, providing easy access to the time in hundreds of cities and therefore averting arith-

metic-induced stress your jetlagged brain could really do

Google Translate

your own, more serious language learning, but realistically, it’s most useful on a practical level

XE Currency

on the web, so it’s no surprise that its app is so popular. It has lots of business-oriented features,

such as rates for precious metals and historic currency

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at the ready. It includes safety tips for everything from volcanoes to meningitis, as well as the

standard directions for heart attacks, burns, cuts and

Tipulator

and your generosity will cause offence; do the same in New York and you’ll be called a skinfl int.

Thankfully, wherever you go, there’s this: a nifty tip calcula-

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Tips for travelling by plane

Of course, no fl ight is like the other, so the preparation depends on the fl ight time. But here are some useful tips for your next journey:

Before the fl ight:- Get early to bed- No alcohol- Light and full-value meal - Sporting activities - Relaxation exercise

Tips for the fl ight:- Take fruits, vegetables, wholemeal bread as a snack

with you- Drink still mineral water or dilute juice- Do some light exercises

How to accustom to the time shift:- On a dayfl ight (most common in western direction),

stay awake during the fl ight- On a nightfl ight (commonly in eastern direction), try

to sleep immediately, for a short time only- Try to acclimatize to the local time directly- Go out for a walk and take an airing on arrival

No Go´s on a long-distance fl ight:- Carbonated drinks- Too much coffee- Drink to little- Alcohol

No Go´s after long-distance fl ight:- Intensive sporting activities- Alcohol (it works even stronger after the fl ight)

Silvia Tolle

Here are some proposals for light exercises at the fl ight:

Exercise No. 1Lift both legs up

and down for 2 x 10 times.

Exercise No. 2Lift both legs

up and rotate like bicycling for 20 times.

Exercise No. 3Lift up heel and

toes alternate and repeat this 20 times.

Source of the pictures: http://www.healthy-veins.com/service-2/tips-vein-training/healthy-veins-vein-training/© Kreussler. Printed with the friendly permission of Chemische Fabrik Kreussler & Co. GmbH http://www.kreussler-pharma.de

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Let me tell a story from one of my favorite books, “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho, which has truly infl uenced my way of thinking as a seafarer. It would be fair to presume that my statement will, so then, resemble the thought.

A shopkeeper sent his son to learn about the secret of happiness from the wisest man in the world. The lad wandered through the desert for forty days and came upon a beautiful castle. It was there the wise man lived. He came in and confronted the man. The wise man listened attentively to the boy’s explanation of why he had come, but told him that he didn’t have time just then to explain the secret of happiness. He suggested that the boy look around the palace and return in two hours.

“Then go back and observe the marvels of my world,” said the wise man. The boy picked up the spoon and returned to his exploration, this time observing all of the works of art on the ceilings and the walls. He saw the garden, the beauty of the fl owers with which everything had been selected. Upon returning to the wise man, he related in detail everything he had seen.

“But where are the drops of oil I entrusted you?” asked the wise man. Looking down at the spoon he held, the boy saw that the oil was gone. “Well, there is only one piece of advice I can give you,” said the wisest of wise men. “The secret to happiness is to see all the marvels of the world, and never forget the drops of oil in the spoon.”

This story had a perpetual impact on me. I deeply connected with what the wise man told the boy. And yes, a seafarer may enjoy the splendor of being in different places, without forgetting his duties and responsibilities. I stood with the idea that, wherever I am is where I live. I consider this job as a part of my

Perks Of Being a Seafarer

“Meanwhile, I want to ask you to do something”, said the wise man, handing the boy a teaspoon that held two drops of oil. “As you wander around, carry this spoon with you without allowing the oil to spill.”

The boy began climbing and descending the many stairways of the palace, keeping his eyes fi xed on the spoon. After two hours, he returned to the room where the wise man was. “Well,” asked the wise man, ”did you see the Persian Tapestries that are hanging in my dining hall? Did you see my beautiful garden? Did you notice the beautiful parchments in my library?” The boy was embarrassed, and confessed that he had observed nothing. His only concern had been not to spill the oil the wise man had entrusted to him.

I‘ve always loved traveling, but more of it is to strike a pose and capture every single moment. Despite of being busy at work, I always fi nd some time to go out and have fun. It’s my way of dealing with stress and anxiety.

Traveling is one of the perks since I became a seafarer and the best part is: it’s for free. I‘d like to know more about the place, the people and their way of living and most of all Food hunting.

So a word for the wise: always bring a camera and a great pose with you.

Photos taken from Norway and Denmark.

Your Sailor Man D/C Phil Hanse Gayo ONEGO POWER

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life, and not just a requisite to make a living. That is, wherever it may take me, I consider it not just to be a task, but as a course of my own becoming. That along, I adapt as how the culture around me would demand. On my free times during port stay, I wander around as much as I can, meet the locals. I studied different traditions that diversify us humans. I tried to learn as much as I can about what history the soil I’m stepping in have. As a human being, TRAVEL AND EXPLORATION is in our DNA. We are all drawn by that same craving we can hardly articulate or understand. For the more we understood the nature around us, the better we become in dealing with one another, the more we make this world a cordial place. In manners of culture, I swim like a current. In manners of principles, I stand like a rock. What I’m saying is, being a seafarer made me become a better person. That being said, I will give my best to honor this job in any way I can perform.


Herman Melville, in “Moby Dick”, spoke for wanderers in all epochs and meridians, he said, “I am tormented with an everlasting itch for things remote, I love to sail forbidden seas...”

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When I was little, I was fond of watching „Popeye, The Sailor Man“ in the television. I always fi nd myself joyously singing and jumping to its song and in point of fact, I even forced myself to eat wild spinach, though I honestly hated veggies, believing that I would grow as strong as he is. Later then I found out that my mother also used the show for her advantage that she got to see me eating vegetables.

After a while, the program was changed to a travel show, which I can‘t remember the title anymore. My eyes were mesmerized by the magnifi cent structural wonders of Sydney Opera House, the gigantic yet romantic Eiffel tower in France, the pleasant and relaxing view of the beach and houses in Santorini, Greece and many more. At such age, in my innocent mind, I told myself „I want to be Popeye so I can see all of these“. It was then all that made my mind wonder what the words travel and exploration meant.

I thought travel and exploration only revolve around the circle of taking a seem to be endless fl ights and of landing to places that are surely unknown to me. I never thought that I only knew just a pinch of these words. Going onboard a vessel, I‘ve met various people from all over the world and shared the same metal roof above us. Sharing laughters and struggles, especially when the inspection is near, and stories about their homes and families; sharing how beautiful their country and culture is; sharing their insights about their politics and histories are only a few to mention which surely surprised me of how wonderful the world really is. My ears were just simply overwhelmed by all of these. It’s like reading a book of Sherlock Holmes, it puzzles your mind, excites and pushes you to dig for more of its chapters.

It has brought me to another unfathomable dimension which lead me walking through the Great Wall of China, to the unrevealed tunnels underneath the soil of Poland with a Kabanos in my hand, held and stacked the Matryoshka Doll in Russia, danced to the lively sound of traditional music of Ukraine, got drunk to the soothing and refreshing German beer, and even

Travel through People

I‘m from the Philippines, I still felt the roaring winds of the North rushing to my face, strong enough to push the mighty wind mills. Something I never felt living in the south.

All of my perceptions and perspectives vanished and changed. I never knew that I would be able to truly understand and experience those not from going ashore all the time, but right just after I set my foot on that metal island. It opened the doors of not just vast knowledge and experience, but as well as wonders, revelations and friendships. A priceless journey that gave me chance to be acquainted and be friends with those people I worked with and whom I considered my second family - a home away from home. These are moments which are undeniably a treasure to keep for a lifetime. Something that can’t be stolen and money can‘t buy.

All of these realizations and grand experiences taught me a thought, „A true travel and exploration is with the people who have been part of the history and story. Hence, a scenery is just a bare picture, but told stories and thoughts are worth a thousand views“. And to witness and hear these, I am glad I chose to be Popeye, the Sailor Man.

OS Roubert Paul J. FloroGASCHEM ANTARCTIC

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The Story of Ferdinand Magellan: Traveler, Explorer, SeafarerLet’s meet one of the greatest explorers of all time — Ferdinand Magellan! He’s popularly known for leading the fi rst voyage that proved the Earth is round. In addition to that, his crew became the fi rst to circumnavigate the globe.

Ferdinand Magellan was born in Portugal in the year 1480. He studied at Queen Leonora’s School of Pages in Lisbon and became one of the pages for the queen at age ten. He also studied cartography, astronomy, and celestial navigation.

Proving the earth was round was not the actual goal of Magellan. During his time, spices were highly valued much like oil is today. Powerful countries like Spain and Portugal exhausted all efforts to explore territories where valuable spices could be found. Magellan’s concern was to fi nd a shorter route to the Spice Islands by sailing west, across Atlantic Ocean, around South America, and across the Pacifi c Ocean. Its completion would result in circumnavigating the globe.

Despite being Portuguese, Magellan’s petition to sail west to the Spice Islands was rejected by his own king. He was forced to seek support from Spain. With the backing of King Charles I, Magellan sailed on August 10, 1519 with fi ve ships and a crew of 270 men.

In the year 1521, Magellan made it to the island of Cebu, Philippines and is credited as the fi rst European explorer to discover the archipelago. Unfortunately, his journey ended there. A local by the name of Lapu-Lapu clashed with Magellan and his men, which resulted in the death of the explorer. The Philippines regards Lapu-Lapu as the nation’s fi rst hero for his victory in resisting Spanish occupation.

Although Magellan never completed his voyage, his remaining crew made it to the Spice Islands and back to Spain. It took three years to complete the

fi rst circumnavigation around the globe and only one ship out of fi ve returned to Spain with a crew of only eighteen men. Their success was proof that the world was in fact round.

Magellan’s voyage was not easy. He lost lives due to illnesses and starvation and many of his men mutinied and deserted him during the course of the exploration. It did not sit well with the Spanish crew that a Portuguese man was leading them, while others

believed the voyage itself was doomed to fail.

The story of Magellan is proof of how seafaring has been changing the world for centuries. It is one of the oldest and most

valuable professions out there. It has been a “game changer” throughout

history by opening the doors for science, commerce, and new cultures.


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All of us wanted to travel to see the other side of the world, the other nation’s face, the other country’s culture and the other land’s beauty. We desire to reach those good places featured in magazines, books, and internet. We dream to step on these beautiful lands and set our foot on the attractions that these good places have for an opportunity to take a picture and proudly post it in social media. These and more are our reasons why we wanted to travel. But the fact is: only few can afford this luxury.

However, there are people like us, seafarers. We trav-el because it’s our job. We bring cargo from one place to another and live in vessels that travelers use to reach other places across the oceans. We navigate the waters to reach various countries, but this is not only our job.

We also travel to reach the part of the world that no one else can but us. We are the only ones who sail into the stormy sea and to the middle of the oceans where nothing but a straight line around us. We are travelling in the part of the world where the sun cannot be seen during winter and does not set during summer. We work hard in the Middle East despite the risk of heatstroke to kill us or in the opposite Polar Regions where frost bite is slowly cutting our body due to extreme low temperature.

In the most unpleasant part of the sea that God made, there you can see us. We are like prisoners in the middle of the ocean that even when we cry to death, no one will care about our pain —away from family, away from loved ones. These are only a few of the gloomy and tough parts of our adventure as seafarers. That is why we try to have an escapade every time we land in every country we reach.

Due to business reasons, our stay at the ports is now getting limited. The crews onboard are busy at the cargo operations and maybe tired before the ship get to the port facilities or terminals, so only few get a privilege to walk around.

With all these, I am just grateful that at least there are some benefi ts that we get out of our job. One of these is the free VISA to different countries. Others have

Seafarer’s Escapadeto apply with diffi culties for a tourist VISA just to visit other countries but for us, we can simply arrange shore passes to the agent assigned to us by the charterer.

Also as a seafarer, we can explore historic places like crossing different well known canals such as Suez Canal in Egypt – the only body of water connecting the Mediterranean Sea and Red Sea and the Panama Canal in Panama where ships cross the Pacifi c and Atlantic Oceans using the river on top of the mountains.

Moreover, though we have limited time ashore, we are lucky enough to see the great changes of the world from one nation to another, from the poorest country to the richest, from the most rural to the most hi-tech cities, from the messiest to the cleanest beaches and from the most crowded to the most deserted islands.

At the same time, we are blessed enough to observe the culture of each country we visit, from the most religious to the non-secular, from the most disciplined to the most out-law and from the happiest to the most depressed nations.

We are fortunate to feel and experience the level of happiness and sadness in different parts of the world. Culture, language, skin colors, climates, attitude, perceptions, spiritual beliefs, way of learning, understanding and the way of life – experiencing all these in every nation is one of the greatest gifts that a seafarer can get.

Our travels are like reading a book wherein we are seeing different pages. If you stay in one place, it is as if living on a single page and so to turn in the next page, you should travel from one place to another. So, what book would you like to read, a book with one page or a book out of the pages made by a seafarer’s escapade?

Administrator Joefry Aguacito HAFNIA AMERICA

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the agent assigned to us by the charterer.

When a Seafarer Captures the WorldTo experience such moments is indeed a once in

a lifetime opportunity. Exploring the world free and discovering different countries unconditionally is an exceptional achievement that anybody longingly dreamed of. I believe that even when I stop my career as a Seafarer, those memories that I have captured will be remembered and be treasured forever.

Ken Mickel E. Delicano

Who wants to go ashore? Of course, anyone likes to. Undoubtedly, everyone wants to travel especially when it talks about travelling and exploring different places around the globe. Being a seafarer, it is a big advantage for us to experience these opportunities since we are destined to travel and meet various people around the world.

When I fi rst started my career as a seafarer (cadet), I had a contract that lasted for 13 months of “Bitter-Sweet” life onboard. Yes, it was One year and a month of journey which of course taught me many things with regards of being in the real life at sea. Moreover, it took me to the chances of exploring and discovering more places whenever our vessel reaches and that makes the advantage side.☺

Of course, those travels that I have experienced are nothing without some memorable things and souvenirs from the places I visited, that is why I had always have my camera with me. Photography is one of my hobbies on board; this may also be a tip for travelers like me that taking pictures is also a way of having good memories every time we explore places (especially if we don’t have enough money to buy souvenirs ☺).

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Sweet” life onboard. Yes, it was One year and a month

always have my camera with me. Photography is one

travelers like me that taking pictures is also a way of


Experiencing fi rsthand the magnifi cence of mountains and the splendor of the oceans can leave us breathless as we ponder how spectacular our big blue marble really is. My journey to reality started with a massive reliance:

It’s been almost fi ve (5) years since I had the interview with Capt. Teodoro Moro (formerly ISNTC Training Director - ISNTC Manila) as an applicant for their cadetship program. I could still recall the fi rst and last question he asked to me “Why did you take this kind of profession?” I was a bit nervous that time facing on him one on one, yet I was able to manage and answer his query amiably.

My answer was based in three aspect of personal point of views and it runs this way: First and foremost sir, this is my dream since then I want to become a captain someday. Second, I do believe that by means of this I can help my family by sustaining their basic necessities in life considering that I came from a less fortunate people. Lastly, I want to explore and discover different spot places in the world that is why I fi rmly set my track to this direction.

After hearing those answers he immediately stood up and presented my application to Ms. Hanna Escosura (formerly Cadet Administrator) while instructing her to reserve a slot for me. Indeed, that was one of my lucky days – right then Capt. Ted congratulated me and gave his short comment with a gutsy smile: Now, you can see the world for free. �

Reminiscing those moments while experiencing the situation in reality made me realize how fortunate I am. In my fi ve years of stay in this good company and continuously counting I was able to travel, explore and discover different counties in the world. Witnessing each unique beauty, tradition including their practices

The Journey to Realityand power that truly holds a country to be well known, productive and well develop it’s really amazing…

I have able to tour famous Zoo de Lujan including the historical house of Pope Francis in Buenos Aires, Argentina while appreciating the natural marvel and the sacred place. I have able to swim in one of the great beaches in Martinique, France (Caribbean) and was impressed with the hidden beauty of our planet’s seas. I have able to visit Disney land in Hongkong

and viewed the famous structure of Merlion in Singapore, etc… These are some of the places where I fully understand how awe-inspiring the vistas of our globe are.

As I wrote down the countries and ports in particular where I landed I was overwhelmed – it seems that I almost tour places in Asia, North

and South America including some tourist destinations in Caribbean and Europe. Dreaming and imagining those places in my mind during my younger days are quite unfeasible to go through. However, taking this way and experiencing this moment in reality is indeed a priceless memory that I will cherish forever.

As long as I am still on my track and persistently setting the right course I will continue to travel, explore and discover different spot places in the whole world… Thanks God for this opportunity - Your greatness, power and majesty deserves our praise and worship. . To my Hartmann Crew – let’s be appreciative to see the world for free while enjoying the travel and explorations having the most of it… Have a safe voyage ahead. Godspeed!

A/B Mark Ryan T. TaparFRISIA WISMAR

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want to become a captain someday. Second, I

globe are.

countries and ports in particular where I landed I was overwhelmed – it seems that I almost tour places in Asia, North

When MTL employee Martin Burgstahler visited the Panama Canal some months ago, he recognized a very well-known sign on the funnel of the vessel passing through the canal…

called “Post-Panamax”, followed by the “Super-Post-Panamax” and the “Megaboxers”.

All these vessels did not use the Panama Canal anymore, resulting in huge fi nancial losses for the country.

Certainly the new, bigger locks will make sure that a part of the former traffi c lost will return and it is assumed that they will rearrange the trade between Asia and Amerika.

Actually the Ports at the Eastcoast are not ready for very big container carriers yet and there is no bargain to a sudden change, but it will follow gradually and sustainably.

Experts fi gure that container carriers up to 14.000 TEU will be able to sail through the canal in the future.

Silvia Tolle

Panama CanalOn June, 26th 2016 the Panama Canal opened its

new locks.Panama had no choice but to extend the locks –

the canal was ageing. The 82 kilometers seaway had become insuffi cient for its purposes and it almost seemed as if Panama would be disconnected from the global trade. The country faced the threat of losing its important lifeline and hence its economic backbone.

In 2006 the population of Panama voted to modernize the seaway between the Atlantic and the Pacifi c. In an impressive way, Panama succeeded to complete this construction in nearly their timeframe and their planned costs of about 5.25 billion Dollar.

As of 1960 the size of the locks with a maximum of 294 m x 32 m had become the benchmark for shipbuilding, the so-called “Panamax”. Then, at the end of the 1980´s, a tentative change appeared due to the continuously growing vessels which could not pass the Panama Canal any more. The new size of ship was

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It might already be a part of the DNA of every traveler to take home at least a small memorabilia from the place they had been as a remembrance of their trip. These items may vary, but some of the common items are key chains, t-shirts, or stamps. Eventually, these items become a collection.

As for every seafarer, who by nature crosses vast oceans and passes through different continents and countries, these brave men at sea certainly do a lot of travelling, and of course, collecting.

According to the wife of Chief Offi cer Bonifacio Dullesco Jr., collecting has been their way of remembering her husband’s privilege and achievement to go in different places in the Philippines and in several other countries in the world.

The couple started their collection ten years ago and so far, they have around 50 items in assortment of ref magnets, house decorations and anitos, which are their favourite.

Meanwhile, another seafarer shared his collection of bills and coins - OS Rodolfo Onesa Jr.

According to Onesa, this is his way to reminisce his journey as a Filipino seafarer. Since the time he became one, it has also been his hobby. Among his pieces, US dollars are his favourite because of its worth.

Just like OS Onesa and C/O Dullesco, veteran Chief Engineer Ernesto Alinsangan also has a deep value for his collections.

First among his collections are coffee mugs. Being a coffee person and given that it is also a common item

in every souvenir store, mugs have been his hobby to collect since 2000. He has a mug from New Orleans, The Los Angeles Clippers, France, California, New York, Hollywood, Seal of United States, Holland, Amsterdam, New Jersey, Antwerp, Texas, Canada, and Vera Cruz Mexico.

He is also fond collecting location-specifi c Starbucks cups tumblers.

The tumblers are extra special because they’re a collective family effort. The Alinsangans have a Starbucks tumbler from China, Macau, Hong Kong, Berlin, Dussek, Portland, California, Bangkok, Beijing, Singapore, Malaysia, Seoul, San Francisco and New Zealand. While locally, they have tumblers from Naga, Tagaytay, Baguio, Bacolod, Manila, Cebu, Batangas, Pampanga, Boracay, and Cagayan de Oro.

Finally, there are the currency bills which are considered the most special by C/E Alinsangan.

These items are a joint collection of Ernesto and his wife which started since they got married 41 years ago. As for them, they treat these bills as legacy for his children, grandchildren and their clan. Among

in every souvenir store, mugs have been his hobby to

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I started this collection when I was still an Electrical Engineering cadet in 2005. I brought home the coffee mug which I usually use onboard, and it became my fi rst item.

As we all know, mugs are the easiest collection especially in our line of work. For us, travelling is what we live for, seaports and airports, cities and countries are equal to people, food, experiences and of course, intangible souvenirs.

As my collection grew, so did my appreciation for them too. At stores in airports and malls, when most of my colleagues looked for new gadgets, I stared and appreciated coffee mugs. You may say it is kind of nerdy but I do not care. Simple things make me happy.

If you ask me, my favorite, is hard to decide. I want to say all of them but of course there is a mug that really stands out. It is actually the most expensive which I bought for 70 dollars in Thailand. It is a hand-curved stainless mug with gold plates.

Right now, including the mugs that I have in my cabin and some mugs that have been sitting in my

bedroom at home; I have a total of 150 mugs.

Aside from these, I also have 100 ref magnets and roughly 30 souvenir plates. But hey, who is counting? I and my family and friends enjoy seeing them all together. Take one and have a look, then you will see nothing special, but put them together and they will look like Christmas morning.

I have already encouraged a lot of shipmates to start collecting their own. Each piece can surely be a conversation topic, a story to tell, a bragging right to your grandchild, a remembrance of the place you have visited, a memory of a good friend, a reminder of

an awful past or a fun time. There are lots of reasons to collect, so I suggest you start now.

With all this, I would like to thank my younger sister, fellow Electricians, Master and Chief Engineer that I have been with, Tech Fitter and the crew and offi cers that helped me build my collection. I really appreciate your help.

ELE Vienn Deem

Around the Globe: The Story behind My Collections

the items dear to them were the Philippine Peso bills and some U.S dollars. But above all these, the 2000-peso Centennial Commemorative Banknote issued during former president Joseph Estrada’s time is their favorite.

This year, C/E Alinsangan retired from being the chief engineer onboard to become a full-time chief of their home. These items which he collected from his trips serve as a mark of his travels, and a remembrance of his amazing seafaring career.

Truly, collecting cannot be defi ned as simply hoarding things. It bears greater value for each collector, for it holds memories that if told are worth a lifetime.

A career in seafaring means you’ve got to be ready for a lot of travelling. Are you ready for your next voyage? Check out these useful tips from our seafarers to help you ease your travels.

TIP#1 Your health is your wealth—and your responsibility. Bring your own medicine and vitamins. Though there are stocks in the vessel, it will be better if you have your own just in case your preferred meds are not available.

Bonus Tip: Bring generic medicines instead of their branded counterparts. They are as safe and effective while at the same time saves you as much as 85% compared to the branded ones.

TIP#2 Bring clothes for all seasons. While jackets and working gear are provided, you may want to include these with your own pieces.

TIP#3 Refrain from bringing too many luxury items like jewelry or gadgets as these may cause delay at the airport. Meanwhile, gadgets like laptop and phone will do.

TIP#4 Stock up enough personal necessities like toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, soap especially if you’re the type who is particular about their brand of toiletries.

TIP#5 Don’t forget your chapstick or petroleum jelly! It’s not just for the ladies! Harsh weather conditions will dry up your lips. Keep em’ moist to prevent painful wounds in your mouth.

READY! SET! BOARD!

Bonus Tip: You can bring ointments but make sure it is sealed well for travel.

TIP#6 Make sure you’ve got all your documents and fi les to bring. You have three things to do before leaving the country: Check! Check! And check!

TIP#7 Dress nicely on your fl ight if you want a chance of an upgraded seat. Some airlines may fi ll in empty spaces in business class with preferences for passengers who are dressed well. Seafarers are maritime professionals after all, so own the look!

TIP#8 Needle and thread. It will surely help you! You just brought enough number of clothes; you can’t afford to lose several of them just because of unstitched holes.

TIP#9 Don’t forget to bring a fl ashlight and whistle. In case of emergency, these are the most essential things that you need.

TIP#10 Padlocks and keys. Just bring a set of two or three for your things while on board if you want to make your things safe.

TIP#11 Dull moments? Though seafarers have limited time, don’t forget to bring books, magazines and other reading materials you may want to read.

Thank you to Mr. Wendell Lomboy (Electrician), Mr. Ariel Bandoquillo(OS), Mr. Gerry Terceinio(Third Engineer), Mr. Deo Ike Asid (Oiler), Mr. Randy Astorda (AB), Paul Ricky Butlig (OS), Rodolfo Roneza Jr. (OS), and Mr. Genie Yrogirog (Electrician) for sharing their tips for this article.

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UBC TAMPA: assisting a fi shing vessel in distress

At 1705h local time, on the 20th day of September 2016 while the ship was on its 2nd day of voyage from New Orleans bound for Panama to discharge a cargo, we received a distress call from an aircraft concerning a fi shing vessel “Valentina B” drifting in a given position and requesting immediate assistance.

A call to Miami RCC was made to inform them regarding to the distress situation and we were advised to proceed to the given position of distress fi shing vessel “Valentina B” but not enough information obtained regarding the situation of vessel in distress whether she was still afl oat or sunk. Ship’s heading was diverted immediately to the position of the distress about 40nm from our current position.

We posted additional lookout and the crew on standby upon arriving near to the vicinity of distress. A searchlight has been installed on bridge wings. A weak target detected on the radar, we tried to contact the distress fi shing vessel by the radio but we received no response from them. A fl ashing light sighted on port bow on the same position approximately on the target which has been detected on the radar. Ships heading directed to the observed light. While closing near to the light, a fi shing vessel sighted which we believe to be the vessel in distress. Pilot ladder was prepared, additional lights on side of the ship were installed and

life ring with heaving line on standby. Crew on deck prepared heaving line and cargo nets. Other crew were posted forward as lookout while approaching the vessel in distress.

We approached them on port bow and it was confi rmed that it is the vessel in distress and requires assistance. There were 3 people onboard and they needed a battery to restart their generator and a fuel to reach their destination. They had been drifting almost a week until an aircraft spotted their location. They were heading to Cayman Island from Honduras and lost their engine some 20nm away from Cayman Island and drifted. Heaving lines were sent and fi shing vessel was brought to shipside. A hose has been connected and we started transferring fuel, water and provisions. We have provided them all assistance they need. Their generator has been started and run, and they have enough fuel to reach their destination. The fi shing vessel started to move in the water heading back to Cayman Island. The Miami RCC has been informed and we proceeded back to course and resumed our voyage.

All crew with the overall command of Capt. Dariusz Osmolski were glad and thankful for having this experience of assisting fellow seamen in need.

3/O Edward CelindroUBC TAMPA

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Life on Board

Nominating GasChem Juemme for a vessel business card

When on board you miss home, and when in home you miss sea. That’s how I feel. ☺The collage is applied in my home.

Please post Gaschem Juemme. Soon it’s gonna be my small world for 4 months as J/O.Best regards for WH redaction and seafarers

Bartłomiej Czechura

It was my last passage from Saint Pierre to Halifax in this contract. I always have fi shing rod on board due to my hobby is fi shing. The fi rst time in my life I caught a halibut weighing 25 kg and after 40 min of fi ghting we picked this fi sh with the crew helping on the deck up. Tomorrow the cook will serve this fresh fi sh on dinner.

Master Andrzej KloszewskiDINKELDIEP

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Sunrise picturessent in by Michael Balacuit

Iguana VerdePictures of an Iguana Verde (Green Lizard) in Port

Everglades, Florida. It is sitting on a fender, and look how his tail is highly endangered between fender and ship’s hull! ☺

Capt. Peter MosselbergerUBC SAIKI

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A Floating Production Storage and Offl oading unit (FPSO) is in the majority of cases a modifi ed VLCC, which is moored with several anchors offshore above an oil well or nearby an oil platform. However, these FPSOs are ready to receive products from the oil well/platform, process and store these and at a later stage discharge the pre-refi ned oil to a tanker or rarely to a pipeline. Furthermore FPSOs are mostly used in less economical developed subsea areas without pipelines to convey the gained product to shore facilities.

With an AHTS the major activities around the FPSO are heading control of the offshore installation, supply of the FPSO with consumables, stores, cargo etc. and

Working with an FPSO

handling and connecting the product hose from the installation to the approaching tanker.

At the time that the FPSO is loaded with pre-refi ned product, a tanker will approach the latter to connect the cargo hose of the FPSO. One AHTS has to recover the cargo hose from the sea, which is equipped with a small buoy. Thereafter the boat will keep the cargo line safely out of the path of the approaching vessel. Afterwards the AHTS passes this product hose up to the tanker, when this is in the intended position. Meanwhile a second AHTS is connected to the stern of the

tanker by means of its own tow wire to stop, position and control the heading of the tanker. The tanker will now get closer to establish a mooring chain from the stern of the FPSO to its own bow. Once the tanker is stopped and safely in the designated position, AHTS #1 will approach the manifold of the tanker and pass the hose to the tanker-team. This is the challenging part of hose handling, as that the AHTS has to keep a steady position just a few meters of the ships side, every time considering environmental aspects and tanker movements and never compromise or jeopardize the safety of the vessel or crew.

Furthermore the AHTS #2 has to keep the tanker during the whole cargo operation in line with the

In this issue of the wheelhouse magazine I would like to give all of you an understanding of the work with an Anchor Handling Tug Supply boat (AHTS) alongside FPSOs.

UOS Pathfi nder and UOS Voyager, spotted by C/E Stuart in Trinidad

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FPSO because of the fact that the FPSO might swing around its own anchor due to tidal or environmental conditions. After completion of cargo operations the hose will be passed back to the AHTS, which will keep it out of the vicinity of the tanker until this has departed. Then the hose will be deployed to the sea with the attached buoy.

Common practice as well is cargo operation alongside FPSOs. This can be quite tough, due to the fact that the cranes of the offshore installations around the world are usually very short. Additionally this operation takes place just a few meters of the installation side. The Dynamic Positioning System can’t

be used because of the mobility of the FPSO around its own anchors. In that case it is maximum permissible to adjust the heading in auto and operate the transversal and longitudinal movements in manual steering by means of bow, azimuth, stern thruster, main propulsion and rudders. Another points to respect are tidal and environmental impacts to the vessel. Nevertheless bear in mind that all these ops are conducted in open seas and weather conditions…

2/O Daniel GöpfertUOS PATHFINDER

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“HMS Terror” found in Terror Bay168 years after the British polar explorer Sir John

Franklin attempted to complete the Northwest Passage with two warships (and never returned), in September 2016 the Canadian expedition vessel “Martin Bergmann” located the second of the missing vessels: the HMS Terror.

The ship was found at the bottom of the Arctic, in the aptly named Terror Bay. The perfectly preserved wreck was discovered 96 km (60 miles) south of where experts had long believed it rested. The shipwreck’s three masts were broken but still standing, almost all hatches were closed and everything was stowed, according to the newspaper “The Guardian”. Even the glass panes were still in three of four tall windows in the stern cabin where the ship’s commander, Captain Francis Crozier, had slept and worked.

Before HMS Terror was rebuilt as an Arctic exploration vessel, she had been a bomb ship used by the British Navy in the 1814 Battle of Baltimore – the event that inspired the US national anthem, The Star Spangled Banner.

All 129 crew on board the HMS Terror died after the ship became trapped in ice, but no trace of the shipwreck was found despite continuous searches for eleven years after the disaster.

The story that led to the discovery of the wreck in Terror Bay is fascinating: An Inuit crewman told a story to the expedition leader of the “Martin Bergmann”, ex-plaining that generations of Inuit believed spirits began wandering King William Island after Franklin and his crew perished, sparking the team to search that area.

The crew of the expedition vessel were about to leave the bay when a grainy digital silhouette was detected on the sounder display on the bridge of the “Martin Bergmann”, leading to the remarkable fi nd.

Incidentally, the second ship of Sir John Franklin’s expedition, the HMS Erebus, was located in 2014 by a team led by a Canadian government agency in an area of the eastern Queen Maud gulf. The information that led to the discovery was also guided by the oral history of the Inuit people.

Anke Borkott

HMS Erebus and HMS Terror (creator unknown)

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Container Vessels Container ships transport about 50% of all global

ocean trade and they are currently the most common mode of transport. This type of vessel is used for carrying 20′, 40′ and 45′ containers, as well as special containers like high-cube containers, open-top containers, flatrack and platform containers (for oversized cargo), tank containers (for liquids / gases) and refrigerated containers (for perishable products) so there is a number of different cargoes they can carry. Container ships are loaded / unloaded by using their own cranes, using shore or gantry cranes which move the containers straight between the vessel and trucks which remove the need for warehousing.

Bulk CarriersBulk carriers are used for the carriage of loose

dry cargoes like grain, cement, iron ore, coal and many more. This kind of vessel is usually divided into separate cargo holds, covered by hatches. Bulk carriers are loaded by spouts, conveyors or by cranes fitted with grabs. Some vessels have their own cranes and equipment for loading and discharging on board so there is no need to use any port equipment.

Ro-Ro VesselsRo-Ro vessel is the abbreviation for “roll-on/

roll-off” vessel and they carry any type of wheeled cargo like cars, buses, trucks and heavy machinery. The vessels have several decks which are loaded and unloaded via their single or multiple loading ramps.

Multi-purpose VesselsMulti-purpose vessels are very popular vessels for

cargo shipping. Due to the fact that they are very versatile, they can carry a combination of different kinds of cargoes. These vessels are designed for the transport of various goods and not only for containers, general cargo, bulk cargo or any other kind of cargo.

Tanker VesselsTanker Vessels are used for the carriage of liquid

cargoes like oil or chemicals.

Crude CarriersCrude Carriers, you may guess, are carrying crude

oil to the refineries. Two types of crude oil carriers, which are the largest ships in the world are the VLCC (very large crude carrier) and ULCC (ultra large crude carrier). These supertankers cannot dock at ports, so that the cargoes are unloaded at offshore pumping stations.

Product CarriersProduct carriers are similar to crude carriers but

commonly smaller. They are often used to transport refined products such as lubricating oil, petroleum, jet fuel, diesel etc. from larger to smaller ports.

Gas CarriersGas Carriers are highly specialized vessels for the

transport of Liquefied Natural Gases (LNG) or Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG). The gases are stored within special tanks, under high pressure and/or at low temperatures. Loading and unloading of these vessels require special terminals and handling equipment.

Reefer VesselReefer Vessels can be used for the carriage of

fresh goods that need to be frozen or temperature controlled. The most common products are fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, etc.

Tug BoatsTug Vessels are highly manoeuvrable and powerful

vessels. These kind of vessels can be used to assist ships in, out and around ports as well as larger and less manoeuvrable vessels. They are also used for the movement of large structures such as offshore platforms, floating storage units and salvage operations.

Silvia Tolle

Types of Cargo ShipsWhen it comes to cargo, there is a variety of ships available. Here are some of the most commonly used cargo ships:

Fuel prices have a significant impact on a vessel’s operating costs. So what do you do as a ship owner, when bunker prices almost triple as they did between 2002 and 2006? Schoeller Holdings, the Hartmann and Briese Group of Companies decided that complaining would not solve the problem. Instead in 2007 they set up a company in Bremen, Germany, to act corporately in the bunker market: United Fuel Services GmbH & Co. KG (UFS). From the very first day, UFS was unique and it still is.

Firstly, its two Managing Directors Holger and Henning Pommer are brothers. Both are well known figures in the bunker world, as they served for many years as trading managers in leading international bunker trading companies before launching UFS. Secondly, they are actively involved in the daily business. Thirdly, they developed a business model that is exceptional in the industry. “When we’re buying bunker we’re not asking our suppliers to pay us a commission. We forward the net prices to our end users and they settle the bill”, says Holger. “Everything is fully transparent. Our remuneration is a fee per ton”, adds Henning.

Figures show how attractive this way of doing business is, not just for Schoeller, Hartmann and Briese, but other companies as well. As a result, a diverse fleet of approximately 650 vessels is served by UFS. In addition to bulk carriers, various tanker types, container vessels and heavy lift carriers, other vessels are also taking advantage of the centralised purchasing model including anchor handling tug supply vessels, car carriers, cruise liners, dredgers and mega yachts.

Impressive figuresIn 2014 UFS arranged 4,750 individual bunker stems

in about 465 ports worldwide. Divide the number of stems by 365 and you arrive at 13 stems per day – and in shipping that means within 24 hours. “Should a problem occur – be it a fuelling barge arriving late, bad weather delaying a vessel’s arrival or an unacceptable variation of quantity – we want people to call us straight away, as we don’t read emails when we’re asleep”, says Holger.

UNITED FUEL SERVICES – Powered by Pommer

“Our objectives are simple and straightforward”, Henning states. “We have to make sure that every vessel of our fleet gets the required fuels on time, at the destined port, in the best quality and for the best price.”

In 2014 some 350 different sellers/suppliers delivered a total of approximately 1,8 million metric tons of fuels, with quantities ranging from 5 to 3,500 tons. “Basically, we’re purchasing mainly four products”, explains Holger. “RME 180/RMG 380 for the main engine, MGO DMA for auxiliary engines and ULSFO – Ultra Low Sulphur Fuel Oil – a fairly new bunker fuel that can be used in emission controlled areas.”

A puzzling businessTo be able to close the best deals the seven strong

UFS purchasing team is constantly communicating with the respective chartering and operational departments. They need to know each vessel’s current position, its next destinations and its fuel requirements. Screening this data then allows identifying aggregate demands and negotiating volume discounts. But with markets being as volatile as they currently are, bunker prices around the world also require constant monitoring. For an outsider this looks like solving an ever changing gigantic puzzle.

Constant vettingTaking into consideration the values at stake it

comes as no surprise that all parties involved are constantly vetting each other. Key criteria for UFS are the quality of products and services, competitive prices and timeliness. Suppliers and traders on the other hand take a very close look at the financial soundness of their business partners. The fact that UFS have established multimillion US-Dollar credit facilities with almost every relevant reliable vendor is a sure proof of trust.

Published with the friendly permission of Columbia

Shipmanagement Ltd, Limassol.

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Not hard, not harder: this Sudo ku is evil!

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CARGO OPERATIONS”Unusual cargo or cargo

operation” – a diffi cult topic? Not for our winner, Capt.

Michael Lewitzki, Nautical Superintendent at Hartmann Reederei.

Congratulations!

PHOTO CONTEST

(paper picture, “digitalized” by mobile phone camera)

Michael LewitzkiNautical SuperintendentHartmann Dry Cargo

GOOD OL’ TIMES

Picture was taken 1987 in the Port of Bombay (now Mumbai). I was Master of that 5,000 ton coaster, loaded with general cargo under deck and waterpumps, pipes, egg-cartons and about 160 tons of raw tobacco (!) on deck. Cargo was shipped to Djibouti, Aden, Port Sudan and Suez.

STS(short for ship to ship-transfer)

Administrator Joefry AguacitoHAFNIA AMERICA

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Have you ever seen a vessel on a dock which is positioned “along aft” not “along side”? If not, this photo can make you think twice how it can be possible. No head lines, no breast lines and no spring lines. Just both anchors and stern lines.

In addition, do you know what makes it more unusual? In all fl eets of tankers in our company, only few vessels have this kind of “aft manifold”, and among these vessels, only HAFNIA ADAMELLO is currently using this “Poop deck” manifold and that made her something extraordinary.

Isn’t it amazing witnessing a vessel literally “pooping” from its Poop Deck? Well, there you have it!

Working with an FPSO(read the full article in the section “Technology & Science”)

Ken Mickel E. DelicanoHAFNIA ADAMELLO

2/O Daniel GöpfertUOS PATHFINDER

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Special Cargo

A few years ago, the „MCP London“ carried quite a special cargo: At the breakbulk terminal Jurong Port in Singapore she loaded a cable layer and its accessories, huge cable reels, for Europe.

The cable layer was almost as high as the vessel’s accommodation so that the visibility from bridge was slightly limited. Nevertheless, the vessel and her crew safely made their way through the Suez Canal, with some extra lookouts on both bridge wings.

Henning WillmsOperations department, Hartmann Reederei

PHOTO CONTEST

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A couple of months after I graduated from the academy, I went to Manila. It was my fi rst time to go out from the comfort of the city where I was born. With few old clothes, my documents, certifi cates, street map of Manila with highlighted location of shipping agencies (which I personally did), I embarked on a journey that will defi ne who I am and who I will be.

It was hard applying for a job. So hard that it felt like it was a baptism from hell for fresh graduates like me who urgently needed a job. Every time I applied to an agency or company, the questions from the guard, “Do you know somebody in the offi ce? Do you have experience?” welcomed me.

As a fresh graduate, of course my answer is none! So the guard, without further ado, turned me away. Because of these, “norms” as they say it, I cannot even hand-in my application letter. For months, this was the usual scene every time I applied.

There came a time that I only had a few bucks left. I was worried-sick how to fi nance myself for the coming days. I was already imagining what would happen if I was unable to support myself in a city unknown to me. I started imagining sleeping at the Luneta Park and asking for some coins for food!

I felt so bad, knowing that I had this wonderful dream, but I felt so small to make it, too small to accomplish it. I have been through these too many times; I have been through many hardships. Life was tough, so tough that it almost crushed me. I almost gave up my dream to become a good seafarer.

But, with the support of my ex-girlfriend (now my loving commander-in-chief), my trust and faith to God, and my strong will and determination to succeed, I stood my ground against all odds. I moved on, one step at a time, one agency at a time. I told myself, “Those company guards do not know me. Those crewing offi cers did not even have any slight idea of what I am

MY STORY

baptism from hell for fresh graduates like me who urgently needed a job. Every time I applied to an

capable of! Only I know myself! Only I know what I am capable of! To hell with them! I will push forward!” Cunningly avoiding guards at the front door of agencies, I managed to hand-in my application, thus, I managed to be interviewed by the crewing offi cer and the HR personnel.

Unlike the other agencies, Hartmann Crew Philippines accepted my application regardless of my connections and experiences that time and allowed me to prove myself because of my true merits. They helped me build my career, my dream. True as it is, I did not give up! For, if a door closes, a window will open.

People will or might judge us for how we look, what we wear, how we speak, how we carry ourselves. But I never ever let them put me down. They can never put a good person down, a person armed with strong faith and trust in God and someone with a strong will to succeed.

All those things that people laughed at me for especially my intonation (proud Ilonggo here) plus my shortcomings are what I used it to fuel my determination and reach my dreams.

As long as we live, we must never give up! We must keep our dreams and hopes alive!

2/O Albert Veloria

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What’s in A Name? Names serve as our identity to the world. It is

like a valuable item that is worth more than gold. As a proverb says, “A good name is better than great riches.” However, some people do not only have a “good” name, they even have a “unique” one. In this area, without a doubt, Filipinos have the fi nest inventory.

These names may inspire from the combination of the parents’ names, which typically, the eldest child gets or if they want it to sound “matured,” the chronicles of names inspired by our grandparents is always ready to back up. On the other hand, if the soon-to-be parents were a fanatic of some famous personality, you can expect that the child’s name might go after it.

In the richness of these unique name choices, Hartmann Crew Philippines has found two perfect candidates from the accounting department. The names of these two young ladies started to draw attention after colleagues from Intership Navigation started to wonder if they were real. So now, to prove that they really do exist, here they are.

Presenting the heiress, PRINCESS DIANE!

According to Princess, “Princess Diane” was really not her parents’ fi rst choice; it should have been the combination of her parents’ names, “Artby” which stands for Arturo and Ruby. But in the end, Princess was used because she is the only girl among her siblings.

Our royal employee shared that she felt like her parents are fond of the crowned heads for even her brothers’ names are somewhat patterned after it: Robin Arthur, Mark Arthur, Charles Arthur, and John Arthur.

Meanwhile, candidate number two: The owner of the happiest place on earth, Lovely Disney!

According to her, “Lovely” was from the Filipina actress, Lovely Romero. Her mother was a big fan of the said actress back then. Her second name “Disney,” is the name of her father’s ex- girlfriend. Yes, E X - G I R L F R I E N D.

As expected, Disney affi rmed that she was really picked on as the owner of Disneyland by her colleagues at times because of her name.

So, there you have it! What about you? Do you also know other people who have a unique name?


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EntertainmentSpot the differences

The original picture (taken by Capt. Michael Ippich, Managing Director, Hartmann Reederei) shows MV VICTORIADIEP sailing westward in the German Bight, overtaking the „Alexander von Humboldt 2“ on her way to the Tall Ships Races in July 2016. But some things changed in picture no. 2… Can you spot the 8 differences?

Brain teaser puzzle: Home improvements

After a recent spate of home improvements, four couples were having a dinner party to discuss the additions to their houses. - Alan had not recently had a new bathroom. - Kara had not yet done her kitchen, but perhaps

would update it next. - Brian, who is married to Maud, had not had new

windows. - Laura delighted in showing photographs of her new

conservatory. - Neither Charles nor David had a new kitchen.

- Julie had not had new windows.- Alan, who also had not had windows, is not married

to Laura.- Charles is not married to Kara.

Who is married to whom and what work had they recently undertaken, assuming that each couple had one improvement and no two couples had the same improvement?

Puzzle devised by © Kevin Stone [www.brainbashers.com]Source “yellow detached house”: rdevries on openclipart.org

Spot the differences from Issue 12Spot the differences

UBC SALAVERRY meeting an AIDA cruise ship.

There were eight differences between the two pictures - and some were really hard to track. Did you fi nd them all?

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New opportunities for the group of companies?

Take a closer look…(picture taken by CEO Dr. Niels Hartmann underway

to Leer in May 2016)

New opportunities for the group of

to Leer in May 2016)

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Hägar the Horrible – Travel & Exploration from a Viking Age point of view

Complete the grid, until each row, each column and each box (marked 3 by 3) contains the numbers 1-9 only once. No guessing is required and there is only one solution.

Got the solution to the Sudoku? Send it to [email protected] until March 1, 2017, stating the subject “Sudoku” - and seize the possibility to win one out of five customized Hartmann mugs!

PUZZLES

The winners of the Sudoku in issue no. 12 are: 2/O Jayson R. Casanada – 2/O Gennadiy Kozhemyaka – A/B Joel Saturos – Oiler Mark el Olete – D/C Richard de la CruzCongratulations! Your Hartmann mugs are on their way.

WHEELHOUSE ACTIVITIES FOR THE NEXT ISSUE – JOIN IN!

General topic of issue no. 14:

GOING DIGITAL

Contribute to

DIGITALIZATIONThe world goes digital! But is digitalization

important to you personally? Do you welcome new,

digital developments or are you skeptical about

them? What do you think?

Please share your experiences and thoughts with

your colleagues, and tell us about the digital world

from a seafarer’s point of view.

PHOTO CONTESTPhoto-editing software and fi lters rule! The topic for our next photo contest is ”One picture in two versions – original and edited”. Send us your edited, revised, totally changed picture that highlights your creativity and/or technical skills. Please send your original picture, too, and please use pictures you took yourself only (no copy & pasted pics from the internet).

No limits set to your imagination - the best picture will be awarded!

Solution brain teaser: Alan is married to Julie and they had a new kitchen. Brian is married to Maud and they had a new bathroom. Charles is married to Laura and they had a new conservatory. David is married to Kara and they had new windows.

MY STORYWhich were the most important steps in your career? Which advice was the most inspiring? What would you recommend to colleagues on their way up the career ladder?

This is your opportunity to share YOUR story with the Wheelhouse readers. Tell us about your career, your experiences or about a special occasion related to your position on board or in the offi ce. All colleagues are very welcome to share their stories!

Please share your experiences and thoughts with

your colleagues, and tell us about the digital world

How to join in

The Wheelhouse team invites all colleagues on board and in

the offi ces to join in. We look forward to your articles and

pictures, ideas and feedback!

• Please send your articles and pictures to:

[email protected] OR [email protected]

OR [email protected]

• The texts should be no longer than half a page or 500

words. Please note that he editors may have to shorten

or edit texts.

• Pictures should be sent in a high resolution, so they can

be printed in good quality.

• The deadline for all contributions is March 1, 2017.

Please note:

When you send us your picture, it will be published in the

printed Wheelhouse magazine, as well as in a PDF-version

of the magazine on the Hartmann Group website. Sending

your picture means that you agree to the publication of this

picture in the Wheelhouse magazine print an online.

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The Hartmann Group fl eet-collection

Expand your collection of Hartmann Group vessels with the 9th set of “vessel business cards”!

In this issue: HAFNIA ROBSON Donnelly Tanker ManagementUOS VOYAGER Hartmann OffshoreGasChem JUEMME Hartmann Gas Carriers

You are very welcome to suggest your favorite vessel for the next issue. Please send your nomination to [email protected].

All details given in good faith, but without any guarantee.

GASCHEM JUEMMETechnical Manager Hartmann Gas CarriersIMO-No 9040883Built 1993 / Pattje ship yard, NetherlandsLength o.a.. 113 MBeam 15.9 MDead weight 6,292 MTMain engine MAK M 453 C / 3,300 Kw

HAFNIA ROBSONTechnical Manager DONNELLY TANKER MANAGEMENTIMO-No 9263198Built 2004 / SAIKI, JAPANLength o.a. 182 MBeam 27.42 MDead Weight 40,011 MTMain Engine Mitsubishi 7980kw

UOS VOYAGERTechnical Manager HARTMANN OFFSHOREIMO-No 9439967Type AHTS MOSS 424 HBuilt 2010/ Fincantiery, ItalyLength o.a. 76.50 MBeam 17.50 MDead weight 3,000 MTMain engine 4x MAN 6L32/40 3000 KW EACHSpeed 16 kn (Bft 2)

MERRY CHRISTMAS

AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR 2017

TO ALL COLLEAGUES

ON BOARD AND ASHORE!

Source: GDJ on openclipart.org

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