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PRC fishing vessels used North Korean crew: report
AP, SEOUL Feb 26, 2025 https://www.taipeitimes.com/News/world/archives/2025/02/26/2003832539

A fleet of Chinese fishing vessels used North Korean crews between 2019 and last year in a breach of a UN ban, and many people were apparently subjected to abuses, including being trapped at sea for years, a report said on Monday.

Crew member, captain convicted in drowning of Blue Horizon passenger
28.02.2025 https://www.ekathimerini.com/news/1262938/crew-member-captain-convicted-...

A court in Piraeus handed a 12-year prison term to a sailor accused of causing the death of a passenger by pushing him into the sea as he tried to board a ferry in Piraeus in September 2023, and another seven years to the ship’s captain.

Tanker crew member injured after 'unauthorised boarding' in Singapore Strait
Reuters February 28, 2025 https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/tanker-crew-member-injured-af...

SINGAPORE, Feb 28 (Reuters) - A crew member on a Singapore-registered chemical tanker was injured due to an "unauthorised boarding" of the vessel on Friday and is being medically evacuated, Singapore's port authority said.

Taiwan detains China-linked cargo ship after undersea cable disconnected
Yimou Lee February 25, 2025 https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/taiwan-detains-china-linked-c...

3 north Cebu LGUs, Marina boost maritime safety measures
Raymond Carl Dela Cruz - February 28,2025 https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/625580/3-north-cebu-lgus-marina-boost...

MANILA, Philippines – The Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) has partnered with the municipalities of San Remigio, Daanbantayan, and Medellin in Cebu province to boost maritime safety and awareness.

Marina suspends acquisition of new LCT vessels
Genivi Verdejo February 27, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/27/business/maritime/marina-suspends...

The Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) has issued a suspension on shipowners' acquisition of new landing craft tank (LCT)-type roll-on/roll-off vessels for domestic trade.

Key points to know in the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers
The Editorial Team February 27, 2025 https://safety4sea.com/key-points-to-know-in-the-magna-carta-of-filipino...

With the enactment of the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers, new guidelines have been introduced to address key concerns such as third-doctor referrals, judgment execution, and claims handling.

Groups question 'vague' advisory on LCT vessels
February 26, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/26/business/maritime/groups-question...

THE Philippine maritime industry is facing significant disruption as concerns mount over the operation of Landing Craft Tank (LCT) vessels, compounded by the recent issuance of a Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) Advisory 2025-01.

UN To Review Seafarer Work Hours As Study Reveals Alarming 74% Overwork
MI News Network February 8, 2025 https://www.marineinsight.com/shipping-news/un-to-review-seafarer-work-h...

The International Labour Organisation (ILO) is set to review work-rest regulations for seafarers at the Special Tripartite Committee of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) in April 2025 in Geneva.

IMO, Saudi Arabia launch training program to address global seafarer shortage
19 Feb 2025 https://www.bairdmaritime.com/work-boat-world/research-environment-train...

A new initiative led by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) aims to address the global seafarer shortage while creating career opportunities for aspiring seafarers from developing nations.