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Six armed robbers tie up seafarer during Singapore Strait boarding
The Editorial Team November 12, 2026 https://safety4sea.com/six-armed-robbers-tie-up-seafarer-during-singapor...

Six robbers reportedly boarded a tanker in the Singapore Strait and restrained a crew member before stealing engine spare parts.

ISWAN launches monthly mental health support for Filipino seafarers
November 12, 2026 https://splash247.com/iswan-launches-monthly-mental-health-support-for-f...

Japan introduces local recruitment services to address seafarer shortages
The Editorial Team November 12, 2026 https://safety4sea.com/japan-introduces-local-recruitment-services-to-ad...

Japan has introduced free seafarer recruitment services through local governments as part of efforts to address workforce shortages and improve employment opportunities.

Philippines brings home 837 seafarers caught up in maritime conflicts
November 12, 2026 https://splash247.com/philippines-brings-home-837-seafarers-caught-up-in...

The Philippines has repatriated 837 seafarers affected by attacks and security incidents in the Black Sea and Middle East this year.

MARINA holds forum on seafarer training for AI, autonomous ships
Raymond Carl Dela Cruz Nov 10, 2026 https://www.pna.gov.ph/article/marina-holds-forum-on-seafarer-training-f...

MANILA – The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) is examining whether simulator-based training can partially replace seagoing service, and what skills Filipino seafarers will need to operate maritime autonomous surface ships (MASS).

Two Filipino seafarers found dead aboard cargo ship off Tunisia
The Editorial Team November 11, 2026 https://safety4sea.com/two-filipino-seafarers-found-dead-aboard-cargo-sh...

Two Filipino seafarers were found dead aboard a Malta-flagged cargo ship while the vessel was sailing off the coast of Tunisia.

Seafarer missing in Gulf tanker strike as Iran redraws Hormuz blacklist
Adis Ajdin November 6, 2026 https://splash247.com/seafarer-missing-in-gulf-tanker-strike-as-iran-red...

A seafarer is missing following a missile-suspected attack on a Greek-operated tanker deep inside the Arabian Gulf, while Iran has reshuffled its growing Strait of Hormuz blacklist and fresh security warnings point to continuing threats to commercial shipping.

Pinoy seafarer killed in tanker explosion
Christine Boton - November 9, 2026 https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/11/09/2568804/pinoy-seafarer-killed...

MANILA, Philippines — A Filipino seafarer was killed while 21 other Filipino crewmembers were unharmed following an explosion on a Marshall Islands-flagged oil products tanker in the Persian Gulf, the Department of Migrant Workers said over the weekend.

PCG flags registration, clearance violations of 2 capsized boats
Delfin T. Mallari Jr. Nov 7, 2026 https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/2337576/pcg-flags-registration-clearance-v...

LUCENA CITY—The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is telling boat owners and operators to comply with maritime safety regulations and secure the necessary permits and registration papers before sailing.

Suspected drone attack kills Filipino seafarer aboard oil tanker in Persian Gulf
ABS-CBN News November 07, 2026 https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2026/11/7/suspected-drone-attack-kil...

One Filipino seafarer died in an explosion that hit the Marshall Islands-flagged oil products tanker MT Velos Sapphire in the Persian Gulf on November 5, 2026.