When an industry makes wellbeing a priority, change can happen.
The Refresh Global 2026_written report shows encouraging progress in seafarer psychological health. Happiness increased from 5.01 to 5.17, stress fell from 15.6 to 14.1, and 88% of seafarers were classified…
Wellbeing, stress and engagement closely linked to seafarers’ plans to stay at sea
Global data from more than 30,000 seafarers highlight strong career commitment while revealing important associations between wellbeing and workforce retention. The maritime industry continues to face questions about how to…
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From Treatment to Prevention: Investing in Seafarer Health
Why the future of seafarer health depends not only on supporting those who are unwell, but also on helping the entire workforce remain healthy Occupational health has traditionally focused on people who are already unwell or at greater risk. Early identification and appropriate care remain essential. However, the Re:fresh findings…
Events and Industry Presence
Staying close to our clients and the maritime industry is a key part of how we develop meaningful support for seafarers. In this update, we share where Marine Benefits will be attending upcoming events throughout April, as well as conferences our colleagues have recently participated in to gain insights and…
From Bonfire to Global Impact: 20 Years of Marine Benefits
Marine Benefits was founded by Norwegian Hull Club in 2006 with a vision of supporting shipowners, seafarers and their families through better access to healthcare. Over the past 20 years, the company has grown into a global organisation serving maritime communities around the world. As CEO of Norwegian Hull Club…
Then & Now: Our 20 year journey
Twenty years ago, Marine Benefits was founded with a simple but important purpose – helping shipowners support seafarers and their families through access to healthcare. Since then, the company has grown alongside a rapidly changing maritime industry, adapting to new technologies, evolving customer needs and a more connected world. As…
The people behind the journey
As we celebrate 20 years of Marine Benefits, we are reflecting not only on the milestones we’ve achieved, but also on the people who have helped shape our journey. In this feature, we speak with colleagues who have been part of Marine Benefits for 10 years or more, getting their…
Enhancing Client Support and Communication
As part of our ongoing commitment to providing efficient and high-quality service, we have introduced an additional dedicated contact point for service-related enquiries and client support. For member administration matters, including enrolments, updates and census-related requests, please continue to use membersubmission@marinebenefits.no as you do today. For service-related enquiries, general support…
Seafarer Wellbeing in a Changing World
Supporting crew wellbeing remains an important part of maintaining a safe, resilient, and effective maritime workforce. As operational demands continue to evolve, organisations are increasingly recognising the value of preventive approaches that help people stay healthy, engaged, and ready to perform. At sea, factors such as sleep quality, stress management,…
Healthcare Cost Inflation: Why Cost Management Matters
Healthcare cost inflation remains one of the biggest challenges facing employers that provide health insurance benefits. While healthcare costs are also influenced by utilisation patterns, ageing populations and lifestyle-related health conditions, this article focuses specifically on the impact of medical inflation and what it means for employer-sponsored health insurance programmes.…