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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…
IMO Takes Action On Seafarers’ Rights, Substandard Shipping
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted crucial new guidelines to protect seafarers from unfair treatment when detained in foreign jurisdictions in connection with alleged crimes committed at sea.
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1 in 4 Seafarers Still Denied Shore Leave, ITF New Study Reveals
A recent study conducted by the ITF Seafarers' Trust (ITFST) and analysed by the World Maritime University (WMU) reveals that a significant number of seafarers continue to face restrictions on shore leave, despite the easing of…
ISWAN Advocates For Seafarer-Centred Future
The International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN), has advocated for seafarers' centre, as part of efforts to relate closely with families friends , colleagues, associates etc.
Listening more closely…
AGAIN: Pirates Strike In Gulf Of Guinea, Kidnap 3 Chinese Seafarers’ Aboard Fishing Trawler
By Roland Ekama
There are strong indications that attacks on vessels in the Gulf of Guinea has continued to soar in 2025, as sea pirates have reported kidnapped three seafarers' aboard a fishing trawler off Ghanaian coast.…