In May 2023, Nikolaus Schues was inaugurated as BIMCO’s president, underlining the essential role of seafarers as ‘key workers.’ He called for their protection against criminalization for incidents like drug smuggling. Schues also highlighted the urgent need for improved training and better incentives to combat the looming shortage of qualified seafarers.
In a groundbreaking ruling, a court in India has sentenced eight Pakistani nationals to 20 years in prison for smuggling 232 kg of heroin. The judge emphasized the severity of the offense and rejected pleas for leniency. This case highlights the collaborative efforts to combat drug trafficking and uphold maritime jurisdiction.
The family of a victim who died in a fire on a petroleum tanker in East Bali is frustrated by the lack of compensation from the shipping company. Despite promises, no financial support has been received, leaving the family in limbo. Efforts to secure funds have been unsuccessful, leaving them without clarity on their claims.
