Polestar Publishing b.v. was founded in 2014 with the aim to develop and share knowledge on the maritime industry for students and professionals worldwide. Its founding was initiated by the STC Group, the largest academy in The Netherlands for the maritime industry, process technology, and ports & logistics industry.

Since their start, they have published over 50 titles (print and digital) on a wide range of topics, such as marine engineering, tugs, navigation, process industry and port logistics. Their authors are experienced teachers and have a thorough expertise on their subject, often gained by years of working as engineer, mate, process operator or ship broker. Of course the contents complies with all international standards such as the IMO Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping.

As the maritime world is continuously changing, Polestar Publishing always keeps an eye on innovation, new regulations and technology in order to stay on top of the latest developments and incorporate these their publications.