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23 crew men rescued from capsized boat
Al Jacinto February 11, 2023 https://www.manilatimes.net/2023/02/11/news/regions/23-crew-men-rescued-...

Seafarers wages bill positive step but won’t close loopholes exploited by P&O ferries
11/02/2023 https://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/seafarers-wages-bill-positive-step-...

The UK government is yet to close the legal loopholes that allowed P&O Ferries and its chief executive Peter Hebblethwaite to run roughshod over employment rights and led to the sacking of 786 seafarers last year.

New white paper calls for ‘data democratisation’ to improve maritime sustainability
Sam Chambers February 10, 2023 https://splash247.com/new-white-paper-calls-for-data-democratisation-to-...

French digitalisation expert Opsealog has launched a white paper calling for greater data sharing across supply chains to help achieve shipping’s decarbonisation and sustainability ambitions.

House panel okays proposed seafarers' Magna Carta
Ma. Reina Leanne Tolentino February 9, 2023 https://www.manilatimes.net/2023/02/09/news/house-panel-okays-proposed-s...

A committee at the House of Representatives has approved the substitute bill for a Magna Carta for Filipino seafarers.

The Committee on Overseas Workers Affairs approved the measure, which substituted 12 House bills, during a virtual meeting on Thursday.

PH, UK eye expanding maritime cooperation
Javier Joe Ismael February 11, 2023 https://www.manilatimes.net/2023/02/11/news/national/ph-uk-eye-expanding...

Maersk Joins Shipping Companies Recruiting African Cadets
Feb 10, 2023 https://maritime-executive.com/article/maersk-joins-shipping-companies-r...

Expo Maritime Philippines 2023 to help chart a better local maritime industry future
February 10, 2023 https://businessmirror.com.ph/2023/02/10/expo-maritime-philippines-2023-...

The Philippine maritime industry has been a bastion of strength for the country amidst the Covid-19 pandemic, serving as the proverbial light at the end of the tunnel, owing to the nation’s reputation as the crewing capital of the world.

Japanese shipowners assure Marcos of continuous hiring of Pinoy seafarers
TED CORDERO February 9, 2023 https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/pinoyabroad/dispatch/860236/japanese-shi...

TOKYO — Japanese shipping companies have assured the Philippine government of continuous hiring of Filipino seafarers to man their vessels.

Global shipping leaders bemoan acute seafarer shortage
Harry Papachristou 9 February 2023 https://www.tradewindsnews.com/ship-management/global-shipping-leaders-b...

Carnival Cruise Line Introducing New Policy for Crew Members
Melissa Mayntz Feb 8, 2023

Consider carefully if you bring gifts for Carnival crew members, because they will no longer be able to accept some items.

Many travelers enjoy bringing a small gift to give their stateroom attendants or other crew members, such as favorite bartenders, youth counselors, or cruise directors in thanks for their dedicated and often personalized service.