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SOS At Seas: Seafarers Abandonment Hits Devastating New Highs—Urgent Action Needed
New figures from the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF)has revealed that seafarer abandonment is escalating sharply, with 158 cases recorded by May 2025, up from 119 at the same time in 2024.
According to ITF ,…
MSC Container Ship Sinks Off Indian Coast, 24 Crew Rescued
A Liberian-registered MSC Elsa 3 sank on 25 May at around 0750 hrs local time on 25 May off the coast of Kochi according to India’s Ministry of Defence.
The MSC Elsa 3 was on a voyage Vizhinjam to Kochi when it developed a 26…
Decarbonisation Revolution: New ISWAN Guide Unveils Shocking Impact Of Tech Overload
In a groundbreaking move shaking the maritime world, the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) has released a bold new guide that puts seafarers—often overlooked heroes of the seas—at the very center of…
CMA CGM Launches Global Recruitment Website For Seafarers’
French shipping giant , CMA CGM has launched a new website, cmaships.com an open gateway for seafarers from around the world to apply for positions aboard CMA CGM Group vessels.
The site brings together all of the…
ITF Accuses International Seafarers’ Union Of Promoting Exploitation
By Roland Ekama
The International Seafarers’ Union (ISU), which claims to represent seafarers, is being accused of enabling the exploitation of maritime workers rather than protecting their rights.
Critics alleged that when seafarers…
Panama Begins Electronic Vessel Registry
The Panama Maritime Authority (AMP) is modernising operations with the launch of the first phase of its Electronic Vessel Registry (REN) system.
The REN is designed to unify the management systems of the…
RORO: World’s Largest Car Carrier Embarks On Maiden Voyage From China
The world’s largest car carrier has left a yard in China on its maiden voyage to Brazil.
The vessel is identified as BYD Shenzhen and the manufacturers, BYD's investment in this fleet aims to boost its global new energy vehicle…
Indian Govt To Compensate Families Of Seafarers’ With Suicidal Cases On Board Ships
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF), Synergy Maritime Group and India’s Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping), convened in Mumbai to address the critical issue of seafarer mental health and secure…
Seafarers Gain Special Recognition From Ship Owners, Government ,
The Seafarers’ Group at the International Labour Organisation, led by ITF affiliates, won the major step forward in seafarers’ rights after a week of intense negotiations between the ILO, governments, shipowners and seafarers.…
Marine Environment Protection Committee Officially Opened At IMO Headquarters In London
By Roland Ekama
The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) has officially opened its centre at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Headquarters in London
Delegates have come together to advance…