Social Intelligence: Why it matters

Humans are social beings. We cannot live in isolation. For this reason, it is crucial to improve our social intelligence in order to improve our social interactions. The level of a person's social intelligence determines how well they interact with others.

The dangerous practice of stowaways hiding in a vessel’s rudder trunk

Over the years Gard has seen several cases where stowaways have hidden in the vessels’ rudder trunks in an attempted journey to a better life. Due to the high risk of drowning in the rudder trunk, not all cases have a positive outcome. In this article we will explore a recent case for the vessel CHAMPION PULA and put the scenario into the context of the global stowaway problem.

Capt. Rudy Trava Certificate of Honor as Senior Master in Charge

It is with great pleasure to announce to all fleet that the Company's Management has decided to honor of your Capt. Rudy Trava for his relendless efforts , excellent co-operation and commttment  in quality operations all of this years, by nominating him as SENIOR MASTER in  CHARGE.