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PCG files charges vs. captain, crew of vessel with illegal firearms, drugs
Raymund Antonio September 20, 2018 https://news.mb.com.ph/2018/09/20/pcg-files-charges-vs-captain-crew-of-v...

The Philippine Coast Guard filed charges against the ship captain and three crew members of LCT “Valentino Dos” for illegal transport of firearms and drugs aboard the cargo vessel that was headed to Rosario, Cavite from Tayug, Cebu last week.

Foreign crew members walk off Fremantle live export ship over wage dispute
Nick Butterly, 19 September 2018 https://thewest.com.au/business/agriculture/foreign-crew-members-walk-of...

Foreign crew members have walked off a live export ship berthed in Fremantle amid a dispute over wages.

PH seafarers urged to set up emergency fund
Bernie Cahiles-Magkilat September 14, 2018 https://business.mb.com.ph/2018/09/14/ph-seafarers-urged-to-set-up-emerg...

For many Filipino seafarers and their families, a large portion of their income goes into the acquisition of the latest gadgets, continual home improvements, and perhaps a brand-new car. And why not? They have the money.

Filipino Supreme Court upholds employer-designated physician exam requirement
20/09/2018 https://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/filipino-supreme-court-upholds-empl...

The Supreme Court has dismissed a seafarer’s claim for disability benefits under the POEA contract as the seafarer failed to report to the company-designated physician.

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Seafarers can earn good income, says Abu Seman
September 21, 2018 http://www.theborneopost.com/2018/09/21/seafarers-can-earn-good-income-s...

SIBU: Having a career as a seafarer can bring in good income and improve the living standard of one’s family, says political secretary to the chief minister Abu Seman Jahwie.

He added people need to change their perception that a seafarer’s job is only about tying boxes or pulling ropes when onboard.

Maersk accused of blatant profiteering from its sulphur cap surcharge
Sam Chambers September 19th, 2018 https://splash247.com/maersk-accused-of-blatant-profiteering-from-its-su...

The crescendo of shipper criticism aimed at Maersk for its sulphur cap surcharge, announced on Monday, continues to reverberate.

3rd International Green Shipping Summit
02/10/2018 https://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/events/3rd-international-green-ship...

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Norway’s Newest Ships Give a Glimpse Into the Future of Sustainable Seafaring
Paul Hockenos September 20, 2018

The country is using oil and gas riches to engineer emission-free vessels

This article is from Hakai Magazine, an online publication about science and society in coastal ecosystems. Read more stories like this at hakaimagazine.com.

Stakeholders raise concern over harassment of female cadets
Kemi Abioye September 19, 2018 https://www.vanguardngr.com/2018/09/stakeholders-raise-concern-over-hara...

Stakeholders in the maritime industry had raised concern over the harassment of female seafarers, a situation which is causing lack of interest, insecurity and reduction of females in seafaring activities.

IMO to start consideration of legal framework for low-flashpoint diesel
19/09/2018 https://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/imo-to-start-consideration-of-legal...

IBIA welcomes signs that work may soon get underway on developing a new chapter specifically for oil-based fuels with a flashpoint below 60°C within the context of the IGF Code, which would simplify the process for ships to demonstrate that they are designed to use such fuels safely.