Navigating Excellence: Strive-High's Maritime Professional Development
At Strive-High, with over a decade of experience servicing the Maritime industry, we understand the unique challenges faced by maritime professionals. Our specialized training programs are designed to enhance the behavioral skills critical for success in the dynamic and demanding maritime industry.
Life At Sea (understanding the Maritime Industry)
- Maritime Industry (the Riskiest profession) is a tapestry of shared values, beliefs, attitudes, and practices that define the seafaring industry and its workforce. It encompasses not only the traditions and customs specific to life at sea but also the diverse national and ethnic backgrounds of crew members who work together in the confined space of a ship.
- This culture is deeply rooted in centuries-old seafaring traditions, yet it continuously evolves to meet the demands of modern shipping. It includes a unique set of professional norms and expectations that govern behavior and operations aboard vessels. Safety, efficiency, and teamwork are paramount, shaping the daily lives and interactions of maritime professionals.
- The organizational culture within shipping companies plays a significant role in shaping maritime culture at large. Company policies, values, and management practices influence the shipboard environment, creating a dynamic interplay between corporate objectives and the practical realities of life at sea. This intersection of company culture and seafaring tradition often results in a distinctive blend that characterizes each vessel and fleet.
- Maritime culture is inherently international reflecting the global nature of the shipping industry. Crews often comprise members from various countries, each bringing their own cultural perspectives and practices. This diversity enriches the maritime experience but also presents challenges in communication and cultural integration that must be actively managed.
- The industry faces new challenges such as technological advancements, stricter environmental regulations, and changing societal expectations, but maritime culture continues to adapt. This evolution ensures that while the industry maintains its rich heritage, it also remains relevant and responsive to the needs of the modern world.
Why "Safety Culture"?
Safety is a matter of prime concern for the shipping industry as it is considered a high-risk industry, and working in this industry is recognized as one of the most dangerous occupations.
Safety Just culture in the maritime industry refers to the attitudes, beliefs, and values that organizations and individuals hold in relation to safety. It involves:
Prioritizing safety in all operations
Encouraging reporting of safety concerns without fear of reprisal
Continuous improvement of safety protocols and practices
Shared responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment
Maritime Industry Challenges and How to Address Them
Challenge:
High-stress environments lead to fatigue, decreased alertness, and potential safety risks.
Our Solution:
Our Stress Management and Resilience Building program equips maritime professionals with techniques to maintain mental well-being, manage fatigue, and stay alert during critical operations.
Challenge:
Multicultural crews face communication barriers and potential conflicts.
Our Solution:
Strive-High’s Cross-Cultural Communication and Conflict Resolution training fosters understanding, improves teamwork, and creates a harmonious onboard environment.
Challenge:
Rapid technological changes require continuous adaptation and learning.
Our Solution:
Our Adaptive Leadership and Continuous Learning modules help maritime professionals embrace change, quickly adapt to new technologies, and foster a culture of innovation.
Challenge:
Balancing operational efficiency with stringent safety and environmental regulations.
Our Solution:
Strive-High’s Operational Excellence program integrates safety protocols and environmental compliance into decision-making processes, ensuring efficiency without compromising on regulations.
Our Training Methods
Include a combination of following :
1. Class Room
2. Online
3. Hybrid
We help Ship-Management Companies Develop “Safety Just Culture’
It is estimated that between 75% to 96% of marine accidents can be attributed to human error.
Human Error can be reduced significantly by developing a culture that nurtures trust & builds accountability!
Our program offers a unique opportunity to bring officers from the Ship & Shore on one platform and have discussions and brainstorming sessions to resolve their communication-related issues.
We help organizations repair and redefine their cultures with our ‘multi-pronged’ approach that includes coaching the top managers, delivering targetted workshops to overcome behavioral limitations, and adopting smarter management practices.
Emotional Intelligence
Effective Communication
Leading in Maritime World
Safety Just Culture
Our Training Process
We customise workshops & training programs as per the vision, mission, and goals of the organization. Our training process begins with a detailed understanding of Behavioural issues and gaps that are impacting the organization’s performance and growth. We identify Social & Emotional Competencies required to accomplish the Key Performance Indicators and perform a detailed Gap analysis to determine development areas crucial for the organization’s success. We then formulate mutually agreed upon goals, which are then broken into SMART objectives to develop training solutions customized towards the organization’s needs.
Our Maritime-Specific Training Programs
Strive-High offers customized-tailored solutions to ship-management companies to develop a “safety just culture” by bringing officers from the ship and shore to resolve communication-related issues.
Our Training Need Analysis is essential for corporate training, as it helps identify organizational issues. Our reports provide a detailed analysis of pain points and identify ‘behavioral gaps’ and their underlying reasons. We identify gaps between current and desired performance levels.
Our Training programs are specially designed for the Ship’s Crew and the Shore-Based Managers (Superintendents, Fleet Managers, and Directors of the three departments:
Technical
QHSE
Operations
Our Approach to Maritime Professional Training
- Comprehensive assessment of maritime-specific behavioral skill needs
- Customized program design aligned with maritime safety and operational goals
- Immersive workshops led by experienced maritime professionals
- Practical application through industry-relevant scenarios and case studies
- Ongoing support and refresher training to reinforce learned skills
- Measurable outcomes tied to key performance indicators in maritime operations
Our Training Programs
Maritime Leadership and Team Management
Emotional Intelligence Foundation Course
Multicultural Crew Management
Conflict Resolution in Confined Environments
Effective Communication in High-Stress Situations
Leading in Maritime World (Profession-specific Leadership Program)
Building Resilience and Mental Well-being at Sea
Fostering a Safety-Just Culture Onboard
Operational Excellence and Safety
Decision Making Under Pressure
Risk Assessment and Management in Maritime Operations
Fatigue Management and Alertness Strategies
Implementing Effective Safety Briefings and Drills
Environmental Stewardship and Compliance
Shore-to-Ship Communication and Collaboration
Bridging the Gap Between Onshore and Offshore Teams
Remote Leadership and Virtual Team Management
Crisis Communication and Media Handling
Customer Service Excellence in Maritime Operations
Negotiation Skills for Maritime Professionals
