The Rise of Female Cadets in the Maritime Industry
The Columbia Group in Limassol, Cyprus, has launched a female cadet mentoring program to empower and integrate women in the…
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Indian Seafarers Facing Crisis of Abandonment: Report
A recent report shows Indians are the most abandoned seafarers for the second year in a row, with 411 already abandoned in less than six months. The International Transport Workers’ Federation is set to record a higher number of abandoned vessels this year compared to 2023. Maritime Coordinator Jacqueline Smith highlights the issue of wage theft and underpayment among seafarers.
Romanian Rescue Teams Search for Missing Crew of Sunk Cargo Ship in Black Sea
Romanian rescue teams are searching for three missing crew members of a cargo ship that sank off the Black Sea coast. The Tanzania-flagged Mohammad Z sank 26 nautical miles off the Romanian Danube village of Sfantu Gheorghe. Eight members were rescued, and efforts continue to locate the missing Syrian nationals.
An Engineer’s Perspective on International Women in Maritime Day
To celebrate IMO’s International Day for Women in Maritime, Nautilus International and the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure spoke to second engineer Marjan de Haas. She discussed the importance of women being valued and accepted in the maritime sector. Her niece, Marinde, also shared her aspirations for a career in the industry.
SSS Advocates for Filipino Seafarers’ Social Security Benefits through MITC
The Social Security System (SSS) committed to supporting Filipino seafarers’ social security benefits through the Maritime Industry Tripartite Council (MITC) formation. SSS President Macasaet emphasized financial assistance for emergencies and urged seafarers to maximize SSS benefits, including retirement pensions and investment programs. The MITC includes government agencies, labor groups, and ship owners.
Celebrating Seafarers on International Women in Maritime Day
On Saturday, 18 May, the maritime industry will celebrate International Day for Women in Maritime 2024 with the theme “Safe Horizons: Women Shaping the Future of Maritime Safety”. Let’s highlight the incredible strain faced by seafarers, like Ann Tessa Joseph, a young cadet who recently experienced a harrowing ordeal on board the MSC Aries.
Baltimore ship crew trapped for seven weeks following bridge collapse
A crew of six seafarers found themselves trapped on a Baltimore ship for seven weeks following a bridge collapse, leaving…
India Urges Iran to Release 40 Indian Seafarers Detained on Seized Ships
India has requested Iran to release around 40 Indian seafarers who were detained from four different merchant ships seized by…
Filipino Seafarers’ STCW Certificates Recognized by Norway
The maritime authorities of the Philippines and Norway have signed an agreement to recognize Filipino seafarers’ Standards of Training, Certification,…
Seafarers’ Ongoing Struggle with Corruption at Ports
MACN, the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network, is shedding light on the prevalence of corruption faced by seafarers in ports worldwide. The…
Empowering Seafarers: Charting a Course for Success
The 3rd Safety4Sea Manila Forum focused on ship safety and the human factors impacting this standard in the maritime industry….
Kidnapped Bangladeshi crew members return home after ransom payment
Nearly two dozen Bangladeshi cargo ship crew members who were taken hostage by Somali pirates have returned home to a…
ISWAN Seminar Addresses Recruitment and Retention in Maritime Industry
ISWAN recently hosted the 2023 Seminar to address recruitment and retention issues in the maritime industry, advocating for direct communication…
Seafarer Rescued Looks Forward to 2024 Korea-Africa Summit
Don Victor Mooney, founder of South African Arts International, is determined to attend the 2024 Korea-Africa Summit. Reflecting on his challenging journey from Africa to New York by rowboat, he emphasizes the importance of partnership between Korea and Africa. Mooney’s mission, inspired by his late brother, aims to promote HIV testing.
Dali crew experienced emotional distress: Seafarers’ unions
The cargo ship Dali crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in the post-midnight darkness of March 26, prompting a…
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