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FMC expands its investigation into charges levied by MSC
Sam Chambers August 15, 2023 https://splash247.com/fmc-expands-its-investigation-into-charges-levied-...

Not for the first time in recent months, lawyers for Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) find themselves battling a case at the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) in Washington DC.

PH assure protection of Filipino seafarer's rights, welfare in China Maritime Forum 2023
Yashika F. Torib August 16, 2023 https://www.manilatimes.net/2023/08/16/business/maritime/ph-assure-prote...

THE Philippine government, through the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), affirmed its commitment to protecting the rights and welfare of Filipino seafarers at the China Maritime Forum 2023.

Vessels for reclamation projects monitored
Franco Jose C. Baroña August 15, 2023 https://www.manilatimes.net/2023/08/15/news/national/vessels-for-reclama...

THE Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said on Monday it would continue to closely monitor and inspect foreign vessels reportedly involved in reclamation activities in Manila Bay.

20 ship manufacturing firms open shop in Davao region
Ivy Tejano Aug 16, 2023 https://mb.com.ph/2023/8/16/20-ship-manufacturing-firms-open-shop-in-dav...

DAVAO CITY – Presidential Assistant for Eastern Mindanao Leo Tereso Magno reported on Tuesday, August 15, that around 20 ship manufacturing firms have established operations in the Davao region, attracting the interest of international enterprises to invest in the area.

TIMELINE: The killing of 17-year-old Jemboy Baltazar in Navotas
Jairo Bolledo Aug 12, 2023 https://www.rappler.com/nation/timeline-killing-jemboy-baltazar-navotas/

VERA FILES FACT SHEET: Understanding the plight of Filipino seafarers
VERA Files Aug 09, 2023 https://verafiles.org/articles/vera-files-fact-sheet-understanding-the-p...

Seafarers have the right to a healthy and safe working environment
The Editorial Team August 8, 2023 https://safety4sea.com/seafarers-have-the-right-to-a-healthy-and-safe-wo...

International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) supports the idea that overlooking seafarer’s rights is not only illegal but also the cause for major safety threats.

Seas of Discontent: Seafarer ‘Happiness’ Continues to Decline
Mike Schuler August 7, 2023 https://gcaptain.com/seas-of-discontent-seafarer-happiness-continues-to-...

There was a notable decline in the “happiness” of the world’s seafarers in the second quarter as working and living conditions continue to lag below pre-pandemic standards, according to the Mission to Seafarers has published the latest Seafarers Happiness Index (SHI) report.

Marina aligns 5-year plans, programs with MIDP
YFT August 9, 2023 https://seafarertimes.com/2020-21/#overlay=node/add/article

THE Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) is taking significant strides to align its five-year strategic plans and programs with the country's long-term Maritime Industry Development Plan (MIDP).

ILO, EU help Pinoy seamen
John Victor D. Ordoñez August 3, 2023 https://www.bworldonline.com/the-nation/2023/08/03/537761/ilo-eu-help-pi...

THE INTERNATIONAL Labour Organization (ILO) has partnered with the European Union (EU) and charity organization Stella Maris Philippines to educate migrant Filipino fishermen and seafarers on their basic rights including on ways to avoid human trafficking.