Fatigue management at sea
Life at sea demands focus, judgment, and endurance. But fatigue can build quietly in the background — affecting concentration, mood, reaction time, and safety long before we fully notice it.…
Meet the Athens team
An integral part of establishing our local office in Greece is Magnus Barman Røberg, who will represent Marine Benefits in Athens once the office opens in August. Magnus has been…
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May 2026 Newsletter – Marine Benefits to open new office in Greece
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Claims insight into Greece and Cyprus
How visit patterns and cost drivers intersect for seafarers in Greece Looking at both visit frequency and total claims cost provides a more complete picture of healthcare needs among seafarers in Greece. While some conditions lead to a high number of medical visits, others account for a larger share of…
Message from our COO: Why Athens, and why now?
We are pleased to expand our footprint with the opening of a new office in Athens, Greece. This year also marks 20 years of supporting our clients in providing healthcare for seafarers and their families. Until now, we have delivered this service from our sales office in Bergen. However, continued…
Strengthening Our Presence in the Heart of Global Shipping
Greece and Cyprus sit at the very heart of global shipping. With some of the world’s largest fleets managed from these markets, they continue to play a vital role in shaping the international maritime industry. In Greece, shipping is more than a business; it is a key economic driver and…
Bullying and Harassment at Sea
Life at sea demands teamwork, trust, and professionalism. The way we communicate and back each other up has a direct impact on both safety and performance. Available to our Re:mind – Online Wellbeing clients, these tools and courses support seafarers in building a strong and respectful onboard culture. Re:mind –…
Turning Data into Action on Crew Wellbeing
Re:fresh provides shipping companies with a strong, evidence‑based foundation for building effective health and wellbeing programmes. By combining physical, psychological, and social health indicators with industry benchmarking, Re:fresh enables organisations to move from broad ambitions to targeted, measurable action. Company‑specific Re:fresh reports identify where wellbeing risks are most pronounced, such…
Seafarer health and wellbeing trends
Over time, Marine Benefits’ claims data has shown that many health issues affecting seafarers are linked to lifestyle‑related factors rather than isolated incidents. To better understand what drives these patterns, Marine Benefits launched Re:fresh in 2015 — a health and wellbeing study exploring physical, mental, and social factors. By combining…
Wellbeing and readiness at sea
Life at sea requires focus, teamwork, and resilience. Sleep, clear communication, and consistent routines all influence how you feel and function onboard and paying attention to these basics helps you stay sharp over time. Given the current situation in the Middle East, we acknowledge that seafarers may be experiencing added…