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Hormuz crisis intensifies
Sam Chambers April 20, 2026 https://splash247.com/hormuz-crisis-intensifies/

The Strait of Hormuz has lurched through a dizzying sequence of openings, closures, vessel attacks and a US naval boarding in the past three days, leaving commercial shipping operators very concerned about the safety of their fleets in the region.

Shipping Congestion in Hormuz Affects 20,000 Seafarers and 2,000 Ships
Associate Editor April 18, 2026 https://maritimefairtrade.org/shipping-congestion-in-hormuz-affects-2000...

AMSA cracks down on seafarer exploitation, bans vessel for six months
20th Apr, 2026 https://www.marinebusinessnews.com.au/2026/04/amsa-cracks-down-on-seafar...

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is warning maritime employers that failure to meet minimum standards for seafarers’ living and working conditions may result in serious consequences.

Families of 3 seafarers in Algerian prison seek Marcos’ help
April 19, 2026 https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/19/business/maritime/families-of-3-s...

Labor arbiters’ money claims jurisdiction
Eduardo Martinez 19 Apr 2026 https://tribune.net.ph/2026/04/19/labor-arbiters-money-claims-jurisdiction

With regard to OFWs, Section 10 of Republic Act 8042, as amended by Republic Act 10022, states that original and exclusive jurisdiction over their claims shall be vested in labor arbiters.
Labor arbiters’ money claims jurisdiction

Maritime Passport prepares to launch digital wallet for seafarers’ ID management
Ayang Macdonald Apr 16, 2026 https://www.biometricupdate.com/202604/maritime-passport-prepares-to-lau...

New state-run maritime college in E. Samar targets future Pinoy seafarers
Samuel D. Candido April 3, 2026 https://pia.gov.ph/news/new-state-run-maritime-college-in-e-samar-target...

BORONGAN CITY (PIA) — Lawmakers are pushing for the establishment of the first state-run maritime college in Eastern Samar, aiming to open more opportunities for high school graduates, especially those from rural communities, to pursue careers in the maritime industry.

Iran threatens wider blockade
Sam Chambers April 16, 2026 https://splash247.com/iran-threatens-wider-blockade/

Iran escalated its rhetoric on Wednesday, with the commander of its joint military command threatening to extend disruption far beyond the Strait of Hormuz unless Washington lifts its naval blockade of Iranian ports.

‘Mental breakdown’: oil tanker workers stuck in Gulf for six weeks are reaching their limit
Jillian Ambrose and Joanna Partridge 9 Apr 2026 https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/apr/09/mental-breakdown-oil-ta...

Seafarer tells of ‘impossible’ situation, with strait still so unsafe that crew would not cross even if told to sail

All Aboard Alliance asks seafarers for input to tackle sexual misconduct at sea
Holly Birkett 15 April 2026

Platform named Unspoken aims to develop guidance for shipping companies to prevent future incidents

Seafarers are being asked to help shape future guidance on sexual misconduct at sea by sharing their stories on a new platform launched by the All Aboard Alliance.