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MINERVA IN FOCUS Our people
Crew performance
on SIRE 2.0
Awarded crew members share
their thoughts and experiences
Τhe vetting inspection In recognition of our crew’s dedication and experiences, and lessons learned in Miner-
system onboard tankers commitment to safety, compliance, and va in Focus. This will allow them to highlight
has transitioned from operational excellence, we are pleased to their achievements, best practices, and in-
sights, inspiring their fellow seafarers.
announce that we will be awarding crew
VIQ 7 to SIRE 2.0, members who receive positive observations We trust that this recognition will further
introducing a more during SIRE 2.0 inspections. This initiative motivate our teams to maintain the highest
comprehensive and aims to acknowledge and encourage best standards and continuously improve perfor-
performance onboard our vessels.
mance during inspections. Your cooperation
dynamic approach As part of this recognition, awarded crew and leadership in reinforcing this positive
to inspections. members are invited to share their thoughts, culture are highly appreciated.
Konstantinos Barmpalias,
2nd Officer, M/T Minerva Antonia
I came to Minerva Marine Inc. for the Last but not least, I would like to thank
first time in 2019. My first vessel was the Master and the crew of the "Min-
the "Minerva Nike", where I served as erva Antonia" for providing me with an
an Apprentice Officer. excellent working environment and the
During the past years, and with my very opportunity to improve as an officer.
small experience, I have come to under-
stand that the key to achieving any goal
or target is teamwork. Most of the time,
even for self-improvement as a profes-
sional, good teamwork can be the main
solution.
Ancheta Roldan Michael,
Pump-man, M/T Minerva Antonia
I have served at Minerva Marine Inc. since The most important quote I have as a sea-
2015, when I came onboard the "Minerva farer is: “Safety is not just a requirement; it
Grace" as an Able Seaman. is a responsibility”. We owe it to ourselves,
Every day that passes onboard, I under- our crew, and our families.
stand that the sea is unpredictable. But by
prioritising safety, we can minimise risks
and handle challenges effectively. When we
stay vigilant, follow the safety culture and
procedures, predict barriers, and commu-
nicate as a proper team, we will complete
every task.
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