ABSTRACT
The growth and development of technology together with decreasing crew numbers, makes teamwork skills increasingly necessary, not only in dealing with other officers, but also with subordinates. Teamwork is a competitive advantage for any organization, not only because of the synergies that are achieved by the integration of various personal skills, but also because participatory competition allows an increase in productivity, innovation, and job satisfaction. Evidence of the lack of a team culture on board was clear during the emergency, when Greek officers spoke in Greek, although the official language on board was English. The captain established an authoritarian style of leadership that formed two differentiated teams with no connection between them. He kept vital information from the majority of the crew, giving them no opportunity to even express their opinions.
