03.11.2026
Our second Fleet Week of the year brought together seafarers, officers and representatives from Odfjell’s Manila, Bergen and Singapore offices on October 28–29 for operational discussions, practical workshops and recognition of long-serving colleagues.
With both days successfully completed, the gathering provided time for participants to exchange perspectives on safety and fleet operations, discuss the tools supporting their work and connect in person.
The program combined updates from shore teams with opportunities to draw on experience from vessels, bringing different perspectives into discussions on the fleet’s priorities.
Fleet Week opened with OpTech Day, with Chief Technical Officer Torger Trige welcoming participants. Sessions covered fleet status, maritime personnel, navigation and safety, alongside updates on health, safety, security, environment and quality.
A dedicated Port State Control workshop focused on inspection preparation. The mix of presentations and group discussions gave participants space to consider operational requirements in the context of everyday work on board and the support provided ashore.
The day concluded with closing remarks and action points before participants gathered for the evening’s celebration.
After a full-day of productive discussion during the OpTech session, the dinner and awarding ceremony brought colleagues and families together to honor long-serving members of Odfjell.
The evening recognized 25-year service milestones and included a special distinction for Captain Arne Johansen, who received the Norwegian Shipowners' Association Gold Medal for 30 years of service within the association.
Management messages, the presentation of awards and reflections from the next generation placed the awardees' careers and family support at the center of the celebration.
Benjamin joined Odfjell as a Deck Cadet aboard Bow Petros in December 1999. His career has included service aboard Bow Aratu, Bow Pioneer, and Bow Querida. From 2022 to 2025, he also served as a Team Leader with the MPT personnel.
Leo began as a Wiper aboard NCC Riyad in November 2000. He went on to serve aboard vessels including Bow Saga, Triumph and Hercules, with Bow Summer his most recent assignment.
Jose Danny joined Bow Mariner as a Radio Officer in March 1999 and reached management level in 2016. His career included service aboard Bow Fagus, Bow Fortune and Bow Faith, which became his final vessel before retirement.
Cayo started as an Ordinary Seaman aboard NCC Jubail in May 1998. His assignments have included Bow Elm, Bow Excellence and Bow Spring. Most recently, he served aboard Bow Performer, signing off in August 2026.
Rammel joined NCC Najran as an Engine Cadet in January 1999 and later sailed aboard vessels including Bow Master, Bow Flora and Bow Peace. In 2010, while serving as Third Engineer, he moved ashore to join the PMS Group, now known as the AMG Group.
Arne began his seafaring career aboard Skyward in 1981 and joined Odfjell as Second Officer on Bow Heron in February 1996. Promoted to Captain in 2006, he has commanded several vessels and currently serves aboard Bow Olympus. His Gold Medal recognizes 30 years of service within the Norwegian Shipowners’ Association.
Silveto’s Odfjell career began as an Engine Cadet aboard NCC Yamamah in June 1994. Over the years, he has served aboard vessels including Bow Tribute, Bow Lind, and Bow Sirius, building extensive experience in the fleet.
Aldwin joined Bow Merkur as a Deck Boy in July 1999. His career has taken him aboard vessels including Bow Cedar, Bow Persistent, and Bow Prosper, progressing to his role as Bosun.
Roldan began as an Engine Boy aboard Bow Cedar in May 2000. He has since served aboard numerous vessels, including Bow Spring, Bow Aquarius and Bow Cecil, developing the skills and experience he brings to his role as Motorman.
Motorman Wilfredo Villanueva
Wilfredo joined NCC Arar as an Engine Cadet in November 1998. His years with Odfjell have included assignments aboard Bow Persistent, Bow Prosper and Bow Excellence.
Following the awarding, Chrazyll Mae Villanueva, daughter of Motorman Wilfredo Villanueva, delivered a message on behalf of the families. Chief Officer Joeven Abunyawan then spoke on behalf of the next generation of seafarers.
Fleet Week continued on October 29 with Tankers Day and an Engineer Workshop, giving participants dedicated time to discuss their respective areas of work.
Tankers Day covered fleet performance and vessel operations, including ORCA Web updates and workshops. Participants also revisited action points from the previous Tankers Day.
The Engineer Workshop focused on fleet performance, ship management updates and technical processes. Sessions on the SM Portal and SM Dashboard were followed by discussions on the end-to-end dry-docking process, with groups presenting their workshop results.
Across both days, Fleet Week brought shipboard and shore perspectives into the same conversations. Alongside the working sessions, the recognition of long-serving colleagues offered a reminder of the experience within Odfjell and the people whose contributions continue to support the fleet.
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