A damning report on a fatal accident onboard a containership has called for sweeping changes in the rules governing safe access to cargo holds and rescues from enclosed spaces, while also raising concerns about obesity among seafarers. Andrew Linington reports
Carnival Cruise Line is partnering with the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) and college and school network STI to assist Filipinos in taking up maritime studies, according to a press release.
A leading maritime trade union and the industry yesterday warned that the sector was heading for a catastrophe if plans to levy a welfare tax on the employers of Sri Lankan seafarers is allowed to go ahead.
What does the 20th Party Congress mean for shipping?
October 13, 2022 https://splash247.com/what-does-the-20th-party-congress-mean-for-shipping/
Shipping is holding its breath as political leaders gather in Beijing. Charlie Du Cane pours some caution to those hoping Xi Jinping’s reappointment will instantly see an economic boost to shipping’s most important nation.
Fire-struck boxship sinks in the Red Sea
Sam Chambers October 14, 2022 https://splash247.com/fire-struck-boxship-sinks-in-the-red-sea/
he 2,007 teu TSS Pearl has sunk according to multiple reports. The ship suffered a major fire in the Red Sea last week, with all crew evacuated. Since then all vessel tracking services have been unable to provide updates on its whereabouts.
‘…President Bongbong Marcos knows that other countries like India and Indonesia could overtake us in the maritime labor market if we do not nurture our competitive advantage.’
