Theme: Young Seafarers follow their dreams 4 New risk assessment format is based on the STOP principle 14 Maritime Football is all about winning and having fun 16
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A year and a half after graduating from GEORG STAGE, former students Dejan Tomovski, Michelle Nicoline Bodholdt, and Jannis Wolf Höflich are sticking to their ambition of a maritime working life.
By Troels Leth, SEA HEALTH & WELFARE
Today, the three former students are geographically and professionally in very different places. Some have had a change of plans, while others are still following the path they envisioned back then.
Their journey over the past 18 months provides an inspiring insight into how dreams can shape and evolve while navigating life's opportunities and challenges.
SEA HEALTH & WELFARE met them again to talk about what they've been up to since GEORG STAGE and how it's affecting their journey towards a rewarding career at sea.
Until recently, Dejan Tomovski attended Fosen Folk High School in Trondheim, Norway, learning how to build wooden ships. He is following his dream from GEORG STAGE but is also inspired by the many possibilities that could draw him back to life as a seafarer.
Jannis Wolf Höflich is a crew member on the three-master STAD AMSTERDAM, which is traveling the world. He is following his dream to see more of the world before embarking on a maritime education that will eventually be useful if he chooses to work on land.
Michelle Nicoline Bodholdt became a cadet on two MAERSK container ships and is now a student at the maritime school SIMAC in Svendborg. While at GEORG STAGE, she felt that her future was as an officer on large passenger ships, but now she dreams of working with young people on a training ship.
Dejan Tomovski, 20, dreams of becoming a boat builder and running his own business. He is also considering sailing again, preferably on a ship where he can teach other young people how to sail, as he learned on the GEORG STAGE. But first, he wants to spend 1-2 years living and working in Copenhagen, Denmark and pursuing his hobbies.
By Troels Leth, SEA HEALTH & WELFARE
Since he was a boy, 20-year-old Dejan Tomovski has loved working with wood. His interest grew during his stay on the training ship GEORG STAGE in the fall of 2022, and today, he dreams of eventually establishing his own boatbuilding workshop.
"I'd rather learn a craft and work with my hands. I'm particularly interested in boatbuilding, even though it's a niche craft. My big dream is to set up a one-person business building wooden boats for customers who will pay for quality and craftsmanship," says Dejan Tomovski.
After his stay at GEORG STAGE, Dejan applied to Fosen Folk High School near Trondheim in Norway. He was enrolled in the school's one-year boatbuilding program, where he and the other students learned to build traditional åfjord boats.
"There was a maritime environment at the school, where we also learned to sail in different boat types. Boat building is a difficult craft, but it's right up my alley. I was determined to get a place at the school; it was the right thing to do. But I'm not ready to take a degree in the trade yet," he says.
Dejan has already looked at several boatbuilding programs, including in Norway and Helsingør in Denmark. But before he takes that step, he wants to take a sabbatical. He has, therefore, moved back to Copenhagen.
"The first thing I need to do is find a job, preferably in a café. I want to earn money and meet people. At some point, I'd also like to go hiking alone. But first, I want to settle in Copenhagen; I'm really looking forward to that," says Dejan Tomovski.
He also hopes to find time for his big hobbies: role-playing Dungeons & Dragons and skiing.
"In Norway, I fell in love with skiing. Unfortunately, that's not possible in Denmark, so I have to find something else that gives a similar adrenaline rush," he says.
Out sailing with young people
Dejan also wants to become a seafarer again before he trains to become a boat builder. He has found a list of tall ships worldwide and researched how to go on a voyage with them.
"I would like to try to be part of the crew on a sailing ship like GEORG STAGE. Preferably a Danish ship, but that's not so important. I want to teach young people how to sail, give them some experiences, and help them live their dreams. I think I will be good at it," says Dejan Tomovski, who does not want to pursue a maritime education.
"I'm definitely going to learn a trade. But I don't want to pursue an education as a ship's officer. I won't sail for the rest of my life unless I get completely hooked on it. You never know," he says.
Too early to make the big choices Dejan knows he has many plans and many opportunities ahead of him.
There are so many things I want to achieve. Luckily, I don't have to rush to choose one direction. I'm young and energetic, and the world is before me. In five years, I might be done traveling and trying things out and feel ready to become a boat builder - at least, that's what I dream of right now.
Eighteen months ago, the plan was clear: Michelle Nicoline Bodholdt wanted to be a mate on large passenger ships. But after two stints as a cadet on container ships, she changed her mind; now, her ambition is to develop young people.
Close to the quayside in Svendborg, Denmark, is the brand new campus of SIMAC, Svendborg International Maritime Academy. From here, the school's 900 maritime students have an impressive view of the activities in the historic harbor, with the shipyards to the left and the ferry docks straight ahead.
One of the students at SIMAC is Michelle Nicoline Bodholdt, 21, who is studying to become a first mate. SEA HEALTH & WEL-
By Troels Leth, SEA HEALTH & WELFARE
FARE first met Michelle in November 2022 when she graduated from the training ship GEORG STAGE.
Back then, she dreamed of training as a ship's officer and working on large passenger ships - the responsibility appealed to her.
"I like to be around many people, so maybe on a big ferry or cruise ship," said Michelle Nicoline Bodholdt in 2022.
In the meantime, she realized she was looking for a different responsibility. She is still studying to become a first mate, and she will begin her 4th semester this fall.
But now she dreams of returning to sailing ships to work with and guide younger people. This is linked to the experience she gained as a cadet on two container ships in the second half of 2023.
"After having sailed on container ships
on long voyages, I can feel that I miss the community on a sailing ship and the type of tasks on these types of ships. I really want to try that again," says Michelle Nicoline Bodholdt.
She would prefer to teach on a sailing ship like GEORG STAGE or on board a vessel where the students are, for example, high school students who may have some challenges.
The stays on the two container ships served as an apprenticeship, where she shadowed the officers on duty and performed tasks on board as much as possible.
Michelle describes a good sense of community on VILNIA MAERSK, where different activities were planned, and the crew did many things together.
I want to help develop young people at sea. Preferably on a ship where I can be with them on voyages around the world,"
After graduating from GEORG STAGE, Michelle applied to SIMAC and was accepted starting in February 2023.
Since Michelle had credits from GEORG STAGE, she could skip the first semester. Instead, she worked as a substitute teacher at a school and went on a vacation trip. She could choose to go sailing in the second semester, which she did.
Michelle applied and was hired as a cadet at MAERSK and joined the SAN NICOLAS MAERSK for three months, followed by three months on VILNIA MAERSK.
"Of course, there were some tasks that I hadn't tried before. On SAN NICOLAS, I was often given very low-level tasks, and a deck officer was always present. It seemed like the crew weren't used to having Danish cadets on board, but gradually, I was given more responsibility. On VILNIA MAERSK, I got more opportunities to solve the tasks myself. For example, I was responsible for mooring the vessel together with the ab's. So, all in all, I learned a lot as a cadet," says Michelle Nicoline Bodholdt.
One of the months Michelle was on MAERSK VILNIA was spent at a shipyard in Portugal.
"It was a bit boring, but at the same time, it also gave me important knowledge about ships because there is so much that gets taken apart. For example, in the engine room, we got a closer look at many things that you don't see daily. Many seafarers never get to see their ship in that way."
"When we have marine technology at school and see ship engines and other systems on drawings, it is an advantage that I have seen the structure of the machines in reality," says Michelle Nicoline Bodholdt.
While the two deployments provided valuable and relevant professional benefits, some circumstances surrounding the culture onboard also made Michelle think.
"I found a big difference between the two container ships regarding the community on board. On SAN NICOLAS MAERSK, I and the other two cadets were not part of the community. When we went to the mess hall, it was hushed, and none of the other crew members spoke much while we were there. There were also no shared activities in our free time. But otherwise, I was fine. It was only when I experienced the community on VILNIA MAERSK that I felt that it had actually been quite lonely on SAN NICOLAS MAERSK," says Michelle Nicoline Bodholdt.
"Maybe it's because we cadets were the only Danes on board SAN NICOLAS MAERSK, while there were other Danes on VILNIA MAERSK. In any case, it was clear that VILNIA MAERSK focused on creating a community for everyone, and I appreciated that. And it's something I will also focus on when I am an officer on a ship one day," she says and continues:
"It is important that there is a good community on a ship. The three months on VILNIA MAERSK went by quickly because we did things together in our free time. That is definitely something I will have to consider when I graduate and decide whether to continue with MÆRSK or apply for a job with another shipping company. It's relevant for me to know in advance which ship I'll end up onwhether it's a ship with a good community."
In this way, Michelle's experiences on the two container ships have reminded her how much she values the community she was part of on GEORG STAGE.
"Yes, I've become curious about becoming part of such a community again. Where you have fun together, experience the world together, and can help shape and develop young people with very different backgrounds and dreams for the future. That's what I dream of now," says Michelle Nicoline Bodholdt.
SAN NICOLAS MAERSK
330 meters
Almost 12,000 TEU
Approx. 20 crew members
Transferred from HAMBURG SÜD to MAERSK in 2023.
VILNIA MAERSK
200 meters
3,600 TEU
Approx. 20 crew members
Playful whales, exciting metropolises, and good company. Jannis Wolf Höflich enjoys life as an Ordinary Seaman on the three-masted STAD AMSTERDAM. His dream is to become a master and continue working on sailing vessels.
By Troels Leth, SEA HEALTH & WELFARE
One day, in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, Jannis Wolf Höflich suddenly has one of those experiences he will remember for the rest of his life.
Without warning, a pod of humpback whales jumps out of the sea not far from the clipper STAD AMSTERDAM, where he works as an OS.
For Jannis, it's an excellent example of what he dreamed of experiencing when he got a job on the Dutch-flagged three-master over a year ago.
"The open sea is the most beautiful place. Here, I see amazing sunrises and sunsets and experience whales and dolphins up close. At the same time, I enjoy life on board because I help maintain a beautiful sailing ship and keep alive the traditions associated with sailing. I'm passionate about this work," says 24-year-old Jannis Wolf Höflich.
After Jannis graduated from GEORG STAGE in the fall of 2022, he got the opportunity to stay on board while the training ship was in the shipyard. It was an opportunity he didn't want to pass up.
"I'm fascinated by sailing ships and didn't want to miss the opportunity to take a closer look at the parts of the ship that you don't normally have access to. That's why I'm delighted to sail with STAD AMSTERDAM. I enjoy it, learn a lot, and develop professionally and personally," he says.
STAD AMSTERDAM is a passenger ship that can be hired for events in ports and offers sailing in the Pacific and cruises in the Caribbean.
There are typically 30-35 crew members, and just under 30 passengers are on the current Pacific cruise.
It's essential to get on well with colleagues
Jannis has been part of the crew for about 1.5 years and plans to continue for another year. He describes the tasks on board as "standard tasks for a deckhand," including cleaning, night shifts, sailing watch, steering, and maintenance.
"There is also some guest handling. As part of the package, guests can go on watch with us. It's great, but it can also be exhausting if you're a bit stressed one day and must take care of guests. All in all, it's a comfortable job," says Jannis, who, in his spare time, enjoys spending time with his colleagues on board.
"I'm lucky to have talented colleagues who also get along well socially. We are two teams that rotate, and when we came to Japan in the spring, I traveled around with a friend for a few weeks. Among other things, we visited Hiroshima, where the Peace Museum and the memorial for the atomic bombing of the city in 1945 made a big impression," says Jannis.
Jannis says that there is generally a harsh tone on board. Perhaps a little tougher than elsewhere.
"I had to get used to that. But at the same time, there are obvious guidelines on getting help if you experience something. It's also part of the culture onboard that everyone has easy access to the officers, who listen if something happens that you don't feel is right. I haven't been in that situation myself, but it's nice to know that there is that option," says Jannis Wolf Höflich.
Crew members also have to talk with the captain or a first mate every time they get time off and can go ashore.
"They ask us if there's anything we're unhappy about, and then they tell me how
they think I'm doing, both praise and blame. I think that's a good thing, and it's my impression that if you have a challenge, it will be taken care of," he says.
Jannis will continue with STAD AMSTERDAM until next summer. But he's still unsure what he wants to do after that.
"I have so many options and don't want to commit to one thing. If I were to give a guess as to where I'll be in five years, I'd either be a ship's assistant or a mate on a sailing ship," he says and continues:
"It's also possible that I've gone ashore and worked as a construction advisor like my father. I have a background as a carpenter and can choose to go that way. My father's job seems like a quiet one, with customer contact but also quiet days in the office. I can miss the silence on land when I'm with other people at sea almost all the time," says Jannis Wolf Höflich.
Table tennis and darts have become popular among seafarers on Danish-flagged ships.
Since New Year, 14 ships have held tournaments on board for anyone who wants to play darts or table tennis. The tournament participants have received t-shirts from SEA HEALTH & WELFARE as a reward. A crew can only receive t-shirts once a year for darts and table tennis, respectively.
Senior Consultant Amanda Gam and Health Promotion Consultant Pernille Nordstrand Sass-Nielsen are excited about the great interest in holding tournaments onboard. Darts and table tennis are just some of the
By Troels Leth, SEA HEALTH & WELFARE
It's great to see more and more crews coming together to play darts and table tennis. It's a good way to build community and be active at the same time," says Amanda Gam.
activities SEA HEALTH & WELFARE uses to inspire seafarers to get active and socialize with colleagues onboard.
"There are many benefits to being active together onboard. It can prevent loneliness and strengthen unity across the crew when different genders and nationalities meet and have fun together. It's also important to be active in your spare time onboard. By competing with your colleagues, you keep body and mind fit," says Pernille Nordstrand Sass-Nielsen.
The chemical tanker SCANDIC is one of the Danish-flagged ships that organized a tournament this year. The ship's management followed SEA HEALTH & WELFARE's call and organized a table tennis tournament.
"We managed to get almost everyone in the crew who had the time to participate. Everybody went for it - there was blood, sweat, and tears, but most of all, a lot of fun and laughter," says the ship's management in an email to Amanda Gam.
At SCANDIC, the crew played both singles and doubles matches, and a rivalry between the bridge and the machine has since emerged.
"At the moment, the machine has the bragging rights. But don't worry, the bridge will win the next match. But whoever wins, it's a great way to spend time together. After such a success, we are already planning the next tournament," says the bridge on SCANDIC.
Several SCANDIC crew members are also active users of FIT4SEA. Read more about FIT4SEA at shw.dk/fit4sea
According to WHO and the Danish Health Authority, it is well-documented that physical activity has a preventive and health-promoting effect. Being physically active can improve your mental health and well-being and prevent various diseases and risk conditions.
"The greatest relative effect is achieved when you go from being physically inactive to slightly physically active. The more physically active you are, the more health benefits you gain. But even if you're not quite as active as recommended, you still get health benefits."
• Be active for 30 minutes a day
• Strengthen your muscles twice a week
• Avoid sitting still for too long at a time. Vary the amount of time you spend moving and sitting down throughout the day
• Physical activity during leisure time can reduce sick leave in the workplace and prevent long-term sick leave.
Sources: SHW, the Danish Health Authority's Recommendations on physical activity for adults (18-64 years) at sst.dk.
Ship management and shipping companies can benefit from organizing physically demanding work and repetitive tasks onboard in ways that give employees greater opportunities for recovery and relief.
By prioritizing recovery and relief, sick leave can be reduced, and long-term sick leave can be prevented.
Source: nfa.dk
The new upgrade of @SEA-@SHORE to Version 7.0 introduces a new format for creating risk assessments (APV) with several improvements. The new format is based on the STOP principle and has a greater focus on long-term effects.
By Troels Leth, SEA HEALTH & WELFARE
A new version of the @SEA-@SHORE platform was launched in early June this year. The latest version 7.0 offers several improvements, more options, and increased user-friendliness. The most significant change is a new format for creating risk assessments based on the STOP principle and preventing long-term effects.
“Once upgraded on the ship, users will experience a number of improvements with more options, increased usability, and a greater focus on prevention. In addition to gaining access to the new risk assessment module, we are introducing a new, more efficient way of synchronizing data,” says Rolf Trap, Consultant at SEA HEALTH & WELFARE responsible for the @SEA-@ SHORE platform.
This will increase the speed and stability of downloads in the Chemicals module and improve the response time for viewing the electronic publications in the E-publications library.
“Therefore, we recommend that all users upgrade @SEA to Version 7.0,” says Rolf Trap.
When upgrading to Version 7.0, all existing template-based risk assessments will be hidden, and the current risk assessment format, the process-based risk assessment, will be gradually phased out.
Rolf Trap points out that this has been decided because it is important that the new format we offer our users is up-to-date.
“To ensure this, the process and template-based risk assessments will not be available in the same way as now, as it is difficult to comply with current legislation with these formats,” he states.
Read more about the changes and download the user guide on shw.dk/seashore
After upgrading to version 7.0, you will experience the following improvements, among others:
· The STOP principle becomes a central part of the prevention process.
Read more about STOP on shw.dk
Increased focus on long-term effects and a thorough instruction to the worker
· New feature: Ability to save as a draft on the go New look and improved usability
· Ability to assess or rate the same hazard in multiple hazard categories
Quick access to WI and SDS for added chemicals A two-factor approval procedure is introduced
How do we access the new format?
To benefit from the new, improved risk assessment format, you must upgrade to @SEA version 7.0. All existing risk assessments will automatically be transferred to the new system when upgrading. However, they will remain in the old process-based format and cannot be converted automatically.
Download the latest version 7.0 here: https://atshore.shw.dk/ atSEA-install
Old data is not deleted when uninstalling, but we recommend backing up data before uninstalling. See guide here: https://seahealth.zendesk.com
Do we need to upgrade?
The new format is more usable and functional and also complies with current risk assessment legislation.
The upgrade also includes a brand new and optimized synchronization engine that increases download speed and saves data. Therefore, we recommend that all our users upgrade as soon as possible.
What happens to our old processbased risk assessments?
These will remain unchanged. The only difference is that the revision date can no longer be extended. In addition, the old risk assessments cannot be imported or exported.
We have made this choice to ensure that all risk assessments made in the old process-based format will be phased out over the next 3 years.
In addition, we have entirely removed the Template-based Risk Assessment (the templates will still be available for inspiration and are now in the E-publications module).
On shw.dk you can read an article on the different types of risk assessments.
On Tuesday, May 7, six football teams participated in the Maritime Football tournament in Svendborg, Danmark. And the Winners were Tour De Beer! After an intense and exciting day with awesome goals and a few awful finishes, we asked each team's captain to assess their performance.
By Troels Leth, SEA HEALTH & WELFARE
Mille Jensine, ”FC Sea Dogs” 20, a student at HF Maritime
How did your team benefit from participating?
We got to know each other better, build stronger team cohesion, and test our abilities.
What is more important: playing the game on the field or socializing on the sidelines?
The most important thing is the game on the field – we wanted to win!
How would you describe the team’s performance today?
We discussed tactics and tried to position ourselves correctly on the field. But this was our first time playing together, so we were a bit clumsy and need to improve next time.
This is the first time Mille Jensine has participated in Maritime Football.
Nina, “Nina’s Football Club” 23, an Engineer student at SIMAC
How did your team benefit from participating?
It definitely gives us a better sense of community. We get more social interaction together.
What is more important: playing the game on the field or socializing on the sidelines?
For me, it’s the socializing on the sidelines that matters the most. But for the boys, winning is probably the most important thing.
How would you describe the team’s performance today? It went fine, considering that we didn’t have a laid-out tactic.
Nina took the initiative to gather the team, and she enjoys great respect among the boys. This is the first time Nina and her team have participated in Maritime Football.
How did your team benefit from participating?
It gives us a tremendous sense of community and cohesion. It’s a good day and experience to be a part of, and it’s great to get out and do something together outside of school.
What is more important: playing the game on the field or socializing on the sidelines? Hmm…. It’s probably 50/50.
How would you describe the team’s performance today?
I think we played really well in the games we won. But there was room for improvement in the tied game!
This is the third time Laurids has participated in Maritime Football.
Oliver, ”All the Best from the Sea” 23, a maritime officer student at SIMAC
How did your team benefit from participating?
It provides a great sense of community outside of school.
What is more important: playing the game on the field or socializing on the sidelines? It depends on who you ask. For me, it’s the game on the field. Well… also the socializing! It’s 50/50.
How would you describe the team’s performance today? We played really well!
Oliver also participated in the tournament in September last year.
Do You want to sign up for Maritime Football?
Every year, in May and September, SEA HEALTH & WELFARE invites maritime schools and organizations to a football tournament in Svendborg, Denmark. It’s free, and you can borrow football gear to play in. You can only sign up as a team.
Read more and sign up on www.shw.dk
Noah, ”Tour De Beer” 16, a student at HF Maritime
How did your team benefit from participating?
It’s fun! And we like to play football.
What is more important: playing the game on the field or socializing on the sidelines? It’s the game on the field.
How would you describe the team’s performance today?
I think we played well, even though the first game ended 0-0.
This is the second time Noah has participated in Maritime Football.
HansPeter, “FC North Sea” 26, ESVAGT HEIDI
How did your team benefit from participating?
It gives us great team cohesion. After we signed up, it became a great conversation topic on the ship at sea. The colleagues were asking about jersey choices and such. It’s a good memory, and I believe it will also give us something to talk about when we get back on board.
What is more important: playing the game on the field or socializing on the sidelines? I am very competitive, but it’s probably the socializing on the sidelines that matters most.
How would you describe the team’s performance today? I would say it exceeded all expectations. I am delighted with my teammates. Before the tournament, they all said they couldn’t play football. But I think it went well.
As a student at Marstal Navigation School, Hans-Peter has participated in Maritime Football several times. Now, he participates as a crew member on ESVAGT HEIDI with 9 colleagues.
“I really wanted to participate again and tried to gather a team on my ship – luckily, they wanted to join! My colleagues come from many different places, including Thyborøn, Aarhus, and North Zealand. So, it’s great. We spend the day together and have arranged accommodation,” says Hans-Peter.
Nearly a year ago, SEA HEALTH & WELFARE announced a competition among seafarers to submit new creative designs for our Equator and Polar Baptism certificates. Now, we have found the winner.
By Troels Leth, SEA HEALTH & WELFARE
Last year, we encouraged seafarers to utilize their creative skills and help create new baptism certificates with King Neptune, the maritime environment, and whatever else they could think of regarding the Equator and Polar Baptism.
Now, we are happy to present the winner, Chief Officer Keith Barcelonia, from The Philippines. His drawings are genuinely unique, and he is the deserved winner of the prize of DKK 5,000.
Keith is 31 and became a seafarer in 2011. Welfare officer Belinda Hoff from SEA HEALTH & WELFAREs Seamen’s’ Club in Brielle, near the Port of Rotterdam, told Keith about the competition.
"I was not really into it since I was very busy and didn't have enough drawing materials onboard. But Belinda inspired me, and I also wanted to contribute to SEA HEALTH & WELFARE," says Keith Barcelonia.
No one else aboard his ship knew he was drawing for the competition. He was amazed to learn that his drawings would be on the updated certificates.
"I became emotional and delighted. I had just signed off from the vessel, and I was tired and exhausted, but when I heard that I had won, I was very happy. Especially when I remembered how busy I was when
I started making the drawings; it took me about a month to complete them, as I only draw just before going to sleep," he says.
For him, it's only natural to ask seafarers to provide ideas and perspectives about life at sea.
"I think seafarers can always give you something special regarding ideas and perspectives about life at sea, challenges, etc. Personally, I like to draw, and I have attended many competitions. My favorite motives are nature and landscapes."
WE, NEPTUNUS REX THE MONARCH OF ALL THE OCEANS HEREBY DECLARE THAT ON THIS DATE
Read more about our welfare initiatives at shw.dk/velfaerd
LAT. 000 AND LON. THE /S , BOUND FOR ,APPEARED WITHIN OUR ROYAL DOMAIN. ALL ABOARD HAVE BEEN DULY INSPECTED AND BAPTIZED ACCORDING TO A TIME-HONORED CUSTOM AND ARE THEREBY ACCORDED THE RIGHT TO FREE PASSAGE ON THE SEVEN SEAS AND UNOBSTRUCTED CROSSING OF THE LINE UNDER OUR HIGH PROTECTION. THEREFORE , HAVING BEEN FOUND WORTHY TO BE NUMBERED AS ONE OF OUR TRUSTY SHELLBACKS, AND HAVING BEEN BAPTIZED
GIVEN UNDER OUR ROYAL HAND AND SEAL.
NEPTUNUS REX
RULER OF THE RAGING MAIN BY THE SERVANT OF THE MONARCH
Generally, Keith Barcelonia doesn't have photos of his drawings. One exception is a mural painting he did at his wife's school. She is a schoolteacher. It was the last painting he did at home before he became a seafarer.
The Seafarers’ Library is a free service for seafarers on Danish-flagged ships. Many registered users download audiobooks, e-books, and e-magazines to their smartphones, tablets, or PCs. Some also use their membership to learn a new language.
Seafarers continue to download and read or listen to books, magaxines, and manuals via the Seafarers' Library. And there is always room for new users.
"We are delighted that so many of you are using the electronic library - and we have room for many more users. Suppose you also want to read e-books, listen to audiobooks, or dive into an exciting magazine on your smartphone, tablet, or PC. In that case, I can help you," says Irene Olsen, librarian responsible for the Maritime Library.
By Irene Olsen og Troels Leth, SEA HEALTH & WELFARE
Sign up for The Seafarer's Library and download the Libby app
If you want a Library card, email the library at bibliotek@shw.dk with your name, a four-digit PIN code of your choice, and the ship and shipping company you are affiliated with.
We will email you when your library card is created. Then, you can download the Libby app from the App Store and Google Play.
You are welcome to use the library during your free periods. If your internet is not so good on board your ship, you can download books and magazines before you sign on your ship.
Books are lent for 28 days, and magazines are lent for 7 days. If you subscribe to a monthly magazine, you can read the latest issue until the next one is published.
Read more at www.sbib.dk
When searching for books in Libby, you may have noticed that you see titles you don't have access to.
If you want to borrow such a book, use the "Notify Me" button next to it. When you press the button, your request is sent directly to the library's purchasing system. The library may purchase the book and make it available.
However, there is a limitation. The librarian will sort through the titles if, for example, there are many requests in a specific category.
You are also welcome to write directly to the library at bibliotek@shw.dk and request a book.
Contact the Maritime Library
Rest assured, if you have questions or encounter issues with Libby, the Seafarers' Library is always ready to support you. You can reach us at bibliotek@shw.dk
Q&A
In addition to the guidance and other information that you can find directly in the app, there is also Libby Help on the web. Here, you can get tips on how to navigate Libby and answers to many questions – seen also in Danish.
You can find Libby Help here: https://help.libbyapp.com/da-dk/index. htm
Audiobooks: The librarian recommends 1984 and Julia
Librarian Irene Olsen recently listened to the new book Julia, which expands the universe of the dystopian classic 1984
"1984 is still as scary as the first time I read it. I thought Julia would tell the 1984 story from Julia's perspectivebut it's much more than that! Julia is a completely self-contained story that expands the 1984 universe with many details and exciting episodes seen with Julia’s eyes. I think it works well," says Irene Olsen.
George Orwell wrote 1984, while Sandra Newman wrote the new Julia. Newman told Julia's story at the request of The George Orwell Foundation.
It’s been long since we’ve featured podcasts in the magazine. Now it is time again! Here we present three podcasts for your mind and body.
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In this podcast series the late Dr Michael Mosley reveals surprisingly simple but scientifically proven tips to change your life. You can find tips in many different areas, such as “Learn an instrument” to boost your brain power, “Read a poem” to boost your mood and relax your body, and "Do a plank" to improve your posture.
In the series, you find a sub-series of six episodes called “Sleep Well”, here Mosley gives us tips to help improve our sleep.
The Mindful Kind, hosted by Rachael Kable, shares exciting insights into mindfulness journeys and provides listeners with simple and effective practices to incorporate into their lives. Being mindful can be a fun and interesting journey and has amazing potential to increase general well-being, from managing stress to improving sleep quality.
Listening to the show, you will have access to new ideas, personal experiences and practical mindfulness exercises! For more wellness tips and articles about mindfulness, head to www.rachaelkable.com
The show on how we think, feel, and behave. The host, Caludia Hammond, author and psychology lecturer, delves into the evidence on mental health, psychology and, neuroscience.
The episodes discuss very different topics, such as “The psychology of hope,” ”Male friendship,” “Do lonely brains see the world differently?” and “Feeling an unseen presence.”
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