This year marks the 16th Day of the Seafarer. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has set the theme for Day of the Seafarer 2026 as "Carrying world trade. Carrying the risks." Seafarers keep global trade moving, bearing risks and responsibilities upon the waves. On this special day, let us pay tribute to every seafarer who braves the winds and waves.
Ahead of the Day of the Seafarer, the China Maritime Safety Administration (MSA) announced the 2026 selection results for the titles of "Captain of Safety and Honesty" and "Vessel of Safety and Honesty." Two captains from Gentco Logistics were awarded this national industry honor for their solid safety performance and professional excellence, and two vessels from the company also received such recognition for their meticulous safety management and exemplary voyage practices.
Gentco Logistics has maintained a consistent track record of receiving these prestigious honors over consecutive years, underscoring its notable achievements in refined fleet management and the cultivation of a professional seafaring workforce.
Gentco Logistics has consistently upheld safety as its fundamental principle and talent as its core asset. Committed to a people-centered approach, the company has established a comprehensive crew support system that spans every phase of a seafarer's career — from pre-embarkation training and regular health follow-ups during voyages, to round-the-clock access to online general practitioners. In addition, the company ensures compliance-based compensation and benefits, as well as multi-layered insurance coverage at every career stage. By considering both the professional growth and daily well-being of its crew, Gentco Logistics not only secures the foundation for every voyage but also stands alongside each seafarer with steadfast support and genuine care — enabling them to serve with confidence, live with comfort, and grow with assurance.
Talent Development | Setting Sail with Care, Standing by Every Seafarer
The propeller churns at full speed, cleaving through the waves. Since its maiden voyage, SC SHIPPING has been charting a course across the open ocean.
Gentco Logistics' clear and steady talent development pathways have empowered over 1,800 chemical tanker seafarers with the strength to set sail and voyage far.
This is not only the confidence behind every departure and arrival, but also a commitment to build momentum, gather strength, and unlock potential for every seafarer's growth. Safeguarding every career journey — we never stop.
Professional Operation Platform | China’s first simulation training center for cargo operations on 25K liquid chemical tankers
Solid hardware investment has aligned with a foundation of professional excellence. The company has established China's first simulation training center for chemical tanker cargo operations, equipped with a customized VR training system tailored to its flagship newbuild — the 25K chemical tanker. The system recreates a full range of cargo operation scenarios, allowing crew members to gain immersive familiarity with the complete operational workflow of the company's core vessel type.
Built around our core 25K chemical tanker — 5 in operation, 17 under construction — this VR system is already a key part of our pre-embarkation training. It covers mandatory training contents from ship overview and equipment layout to maintenance standards and inspection protocols. Coming up, the system will be further upgraded to include VR interactive features for real-world equipment operation, enhancing crew skills through digital simulation training.
Full-Cycle Development | A Customized Growth Path for Every Seafarer
With full-cycle support and systematic cultivation, we have built a comprehensive training system that spans the entire seafarer career lifecycle. Tailored growth programs are designed for seafarers at different stages and in different roles, ensuring that every crew member can find their own path to advancement:
New Joiners:
Systematic pre-embarkation training covering everything from fundamental theory to hands-on practice, helping newcomers quickly adapt to the rhythm of life at sea and embark on their maritime careers with confidence;
Critical Promotion Stages:
Targeted professional development programs such as BRM and ERS training to address skill gaps, enabling seafarers to progress steadily and break through career bottlenecks;
Exclusive for Deck Crew:
Specialized chemical cargo simulation training focused on core job requirements, strengthening practical skills and enhancing competitiveness in their roles;
Mid-to-Senior Level Seafarers:
Regular professional seminars and refresher training to keep pace with industry technological advances and regulatory updates, continuously refreshing professional knowledge and maintaining industry-leading standards;
All-Position Coverage:
From pre-embarkation specialized training for TOP4 officers to skill development for support roles such as cooks and welders — comprehensive, no-blind-spot coverage that ensures every seafarer has access to growth opportunities.
At Gentco Logistics, seafarers are not merely the hands that navigate the seas — they are the company's most valuable asset. We are committed to building a platform for every seafarer's growth, where every effort is recognized, every step of progress is nurtured, and every dream is fulfilled. Together, let the growth of our seafarers resonate in harmony with the development of the company!
We grow talent, as the talent grows us.
With all hands joined, we are able to sail far.
Cultivating talent with devotion,
We bring care and commitment
to every seafarer on every voyage!
