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Updated 7 March 2022

 

Merchant Navy Deck Officers take care of the day-to-day running of a ship; they are responsible for safe navigation, loading and discharging of cargo and passengers, communications and crew. If you’re thinking of going to sea or already working towards your qualifications, t...

Merchant Navy Engineering Officers keep ships moving literally and figuratively. Everything from the propulsion system to the sewage system is looked after by the skilled professionals who use their deep understanding of technology to keep ships sailing safely and efficiently. The following books are a selection of some of the best material for cadets and qualified engineers alike and are all available in the Marine Society Shop.

Story of the ships' library service from the first dispatch of hardback books to the SS Aeneas in 1920 to today's multilingual digital library app.

Jack Veitch shares his experience as a fuel barge skipper and which book had the biggest impact on his studies.