Unlocking US Career Opportunities with Navis Consulting’s E-2 Visa Programme
With significant investment continuing across US engineering, life sciences, technology and infrastructure projects, demand for…
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STR’s E 2 visa gives U.S. clients faster access to scarce talent – and a competitive edge
As capital investment across U.S. manufacturing, life sciences and advanced engineering accelerates, project owners are…
Recruitment scams: Find out how to protect yourself
With recruitment scams on the rise, job seekers are being targeted by individuals posing as…
Navigating P&I Renewals Month 2026
The annual Protection & Indemnity (P&I) insurance renewal is a critical event in the marine…
Why creating a strong EVP is now non-negotiable
In today’s fiercely competitive talent market standing out as an employer of choice is no…
2026: The year cruise ships are built, rebuilt… and reimagined
The global cruise industry is heading into one of its most transformative years in decades.…
Don’t miss Hollie Smith on tour in 2025!
This autumn, don’t miss your chance to catch up with Hollie Smith, as she tours…
Navis launches international Technical Superintendents survey – take part today!
Navis Consulting is launching a global Technical Superintendent Employment Survey, and we’d love for you…
Is your internal hiring working? Here’s how to tell.
In the fast-paced maritime industry, where technology evolves rapidly and skilled talent is in high…
Charting new horizons: How maritime businesses are expanding their workforce – whilst ensuring compliance
For today’s maritime leaders, the world feels both smaller and more connected than ever before.…
Beyond solutions: How Navis Consulting provides clients with tangible added value
In today’s talent market, the choice of staffing agencies, all promising you the best candidates,…
Navigating a greener future: Trends in sustainable superyacht design
Sustainability is no longer just a buzzword; it’s a driving force behind innovation in the…
Beyond The Sea: How Navis Consulting delivers complete workforce solutions
When it comes to sourcing top-tier maritime STEM talent, Navis Consulting, part of the STR…
Exclusive Interview With Liv Breen: Resilience And Renewal
In this candid conversation with Yasmin Hutchings, Paralympic athlete Liv Breen opens up about her…
Navis secures E-2 Visa status to expand U.S. operations and attract top UK talent
Portsmouth, UK | 30th June As part of STR Group, an international STEM-specialist recruitment organisation,…
5 Sought-After Benefits to Help You Attract Top-Tier Talent
Attracting top talent in today’s competitive market requires more than just a good salary. Employees…
Brand new website, familiar faces!
Navis Consulting, internationally renowned maritime recruitment specialist, is excited to reveal their new website, designed…
IDAHOBIT 2025: The importance of community
The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOBIT) is a global moment of solidarity…
Charting the green transition in the cruise industry
The cruise industry is undergoing a profound transformation as it confronts the urgent need for…
The Cruise Industry’s Fight For Talent: Can Staffing Keep Up With Demand?
The cruise industry has made a spectacular comeback since the devastating impact of the pandemic.…
The true cost of a bad hire
Hiring the right people is crucial for business success, yet recruitment remains one of the…
International Women’s Day 2025: For ALL women and girls
This Saturday 8th March is International Women’s Day and marks the 30th anniversary of one of…
Navigating P&I Renewals Month
The annual Protection & Indemnity (P&I) insurance renewal is a critical event in the marine…
Essential Talent Insights For Your Business
As we enter 2025, many companies are considering their hiring plan for the year. With a…
Join The New Year Job Hunt!
As the new year begins, many people reflect on their career satisfaction, often leading to…
Feeling Buoyant with the Bratman!
On Tuesday 22nd October, STR came together to celebrate the Group’s joint Q3 performance. With…
Hello Yellow: Spreading Sunshine on World Mental Health Day!
On 10th October each year, the world comes together in support of World Mental Health Day,…
It’s time to revolutionise your job advertising
Attracting the perfect candidates for your company’s key roles is essential, but not easy! What…
Top 5 considerations when choosing a candidate
For many businesses, the road to finding a perfect candidate can be surprisingly long and…
Celebrating World Maritime Day! Navigating the Future: Safety First
As the maritime industry evolves to meet new challenges and opportunities, one principle remains constant:…
Empowering Women in the Marine Industry: Hollie Smith presents Women in Marine at SIBS 2024
The 2024 celebration of Women in Marine at the Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS) took a fresh…
World Ice Cream Day: What’s the scoop?
Navis Consulting kept its pledge to treat staff despite some dreary July weather last week!…
Navis Consulting’s Summer Event at Goodwood 2024: A Day to Remember
On Friday, Navis Consulting celebrated everyone’s incredible efforts and achievements over the first half of…
Why work with a recruiter?
Good question. These days, recruitment consultancies are seen as an essential part of the hiring…
International Women in Maritime Day 2024
International Day for Women in Maritime is celebrated annually on 18th May. This day was established…
Singapore story
Last month, Navis Consulting’s Associate Director, Neil Dexter, embarked on an amazing (work) trip to…
The Hollies X Flibs
Last week, our two resident Hollies, Hollie Smith, Operations Director, and Holly Noonan, US Recruitment…
Celebrating PRIDE in the Marine Industry!
To embrace diversity and spread the message of acceptance, Navis Consulting joined hands with STR…
Recruiter races to raise funds for Sailors’ Society!
Navis Consulting are proving to be an athletic lot! This time, our very own Holly…
Read our latest eBook: How to prepare for an Interview
Ready for a new role? Take a look at our new eBook ‘How to Prepare…
Navis Consulting ‘links in’ with UTC Portsmouth
Ross Sanderson, Navis Consulting’s Operations Director, visited UTC Portsmouth last Thursday to run some of…
Read our latest eBook: How to create a professional LinkedIn profile
With today’s economic and political climate, the job market is a constantly evolving landscape and…
Boatbuilding News: The Podcast – Episode 2 featuring Jonny Dodge!
In episode 2 of her marine-dedicated podcast, Hollie Smith, Director of Marine Engineering at Navis…
New launch – Boatbuilding News: The Podcast comes to Navis!
Hollie Smith, Director of Marine Engineering at Navis Consulting, has launched a new marine industry…
London Marathon fundraiser for Sailors’ Society
On Sunday 2 October 2022, Neil will be taking on (and smashing!) the TCS London Marathon on…
Navis Consultants are networking at sea!
Two of Navis Consulting’s Graduate Consultants, Guerson Neto and Holly Noonan, recently took a trip…
The Cruise Ship industry is currently booming, with 2020 looking even better!
The Cruise Ship industry is currently booming, with 2020 looking even better! For the Cruise…
Client FAQ – Reforms to IR35 in the Private Sector
What is IR35? IR35 is the more familiar term for the Intermediaries Legislation (originally introduced…
Contractor FAQ – Reforms to IR35 in the Private Sector
What is IR35? IR35 is the more familiar term for the Intermediaries Legislation (originally introduced…
What does 2019 look like for the Maritime industry?
There are several changes happening in the Maritime industry within the next few years, including…
Maritime UK Week
This week, 10th-16th September, is Maritime UK Week. Maritime UK Week was launched by Maritime UK…
Seafarers Awareness Week – What does Navis Consulting do for seafarers?
This year Seafarers Awareness week is the 23rd–30th June, with the day of the Seafarer on…
What is being done to support women in the shipping industry?
The shipping market has seen a recent growth and the demand for qualified seafarers has…
Why become an England and Wales certified Maritime Solicitor?
With an average salary of £60,000 for a newly qualified England and Wales certified Maritime…
The impact of Brexit on the UK’s Roll-on Roll-off ports
As we approach the one year deadline for Brexit, Navis Consulting considers the implications of…
What is the value of the UK Maritime industry?
Maritime UK commissioned a study to estimate the value of the UK Maritime industry. This…
UK economy and shipping industry benefit from Tonnage Tax
The Tonnage Tax (TT) regime was introduced to the UK in 2000 and has helped…
The Queen Elizabeth 2 celebrates its 50th anniversary this year
The Cunard liner was launched on the 20th September 1967 at Clydebank, Scotland by Queen Elizabeth…
How to prepare for an interview for a position in the Maritime industry
Once you have been selected for an interview, you will need to conduct research to…
New technology needed for changing environmental regulations in the shipping industry
Environmental and shipping regulations are constantly changing, leaving ship owners and operators in a constant…
CV advice for Maritime job vacancies
The purpose of your CV is to summarise your professional experience and qualifications as well…
Why do people get turned down for jobs they are over qualified for?
As we start to exit the current Oil and Gas recession and jobs start becoming…
Running the London Marathon for Seafarers UK
This post was written by Darius Tadjrishi, our Head of Seagoing & Offshore, about his…
Seafarers Awareness Week returns
Next month (June 24-30) sees the return of Seafarers Awareness Week, now in its 7th year.…
Wärtsilä SmartPredict improves manoeuvring safety and automation
Wärtsilä has launched a new technology, SmartPredict, that shows a vessel’s predicted future position and…
Oil prices rise and oil-producing nations agree to reduce output
Oil prices rose over 10% on Wednesday to over $50/barrel, with crude prices rising nearly…
IEA report shows decline in new oil wells
The International Energy Agency’s September report has highlighted the low level of oil discoveries, their…
New Potential Oil Supplies under Barents Sea
A treaty between Russia and Norway, signed in 2010, has led to offshore oil companies…
Women’s Equality Day – Kate McCue, Captain, Celebrity Summit
As part of Women’s Equality Day today, we at Navis are celebrating Kate McCue, the…
Is Money the Most Important Thing in a Job Offer
Over the past 6 years, I have seen the terrible lows and the ridiculous highs…
Why I love recruiting
What is it about recruitment that has kept me coming to work every day still…
Playing to strengths during industry downturn
You, like many others, will have read the disenchanting news stories and watched as during…
Harvesting of solar energy may continue to rise
2015 saw a rise in renewable energy consumption, particularly that from solar energy. IRENA (International…
Hyundai Merchant Marine signs MoU to join 2M VSA
Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) has finalised negotiations and approval procedures regarding joining the 2M Vessel…
Selecting a Recruiter
On a regular basis I hear from various candidates that the agencies that they are…