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Study finds misreporting in seafarers’ work/rest hour records
The Editorial Team December 6, 2024 https://safety4sea.com/study-finds-misreporting-in-seafarers-work-rest-h...

Bikram S. Bhatia recently defended his PhD dissertation, titled “Practice Unveils Weaknesses: Analysing the Implementation of Regulations on Seafarers’ Work/Rest Hours,” at the World Maritime University, finding significant gaps in reporting.

Panama leads global discussions on seafarer welfare
Syed Rakin Rahman December 6, 2024 https://www.porttechnology.org/news/panama-leads-global-discussions-on-s...

Panama has assumed the role of Vice Chair and governmental spokesperson during the third meeting of the joint tripartite working group of the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

Mental health at sea: Insights into seafarers’ wellbeing
Capt. Sundeep Sequeira December 6, 2024 https://safety4sea.com/cm-mental-health-at-sea-insights-into-seafarers-w...

During the 2024 SAFETY4SEA Singapore Forum, Capt. Sundeep Sequeira, Area Sales Manager – Singapore, One Learn Global, explored trends regarding seafarers’ mental health.

Marina, PCG strenghten ties amid rising China hostilities in WPS
Mar T. Supnad 06 Dec 2024 https://tribune.net.ph/2024/12/06/marina-pcg-strenghten-ties-amid-rising...

Authorities Launch Rescue Operation for Cargo Vessel's Crew in Red Sea
December 5, 2024 https://www.marinelink.com/news/authorities-launch-rescue-operation-carg...

A rescue operation is under way for the crew of a Panama-flagged cargo vessel that was abandoned off the port of Hodeidah in the Red Sea, three maritime security sources said on Thursday.

The cause of the incident remained unclear and the number of crew on board was not known.

China now controls unprecedented 65% of global shipbuilding orderbook
Sam Chambers December 5, 2024 https://splash247.com/china-now-controls-unprecedented-65-of-global-ship...

China’s combined orderbook for merchant ships has grown by a remarkable 170% this decade, stretching its lead over its nearest shipbuilding rivals dramatically.

IMO Adopts Guidelines on Detained Seafarers
December 4, 2024 https://www.marinelink.com/news/imo-adopts-guidelines-detained-seafarers...

The third meeting of the Joint ILO–IMO Tripartite Working Group to identify and address seafarers’ issues and the human element met in Geneva, Switzerland, between November 26–28 and adopted Guidelines on Fair Treatment of Seafarers detained in connection with alleged crimes.

Pouring the sea's wisdom to the next generation of mariners
Yashika F. Torib December 4, 2024 https://www.manilatimes.net/2024/12/04/business/maritime/pouring-the-sea...

Filipino ship captain Nebuchadnezzar Rabaya. PHOTO BY NEBUCHADNEZZAR RABAYA

Prayers offered for crew and families of ship hijacked by Houthi forces
4 December 2024 https://rcdow.org.uk/news/prayers-offered-for-ship-hijacked-by-houthi-/

The chaplain for Filipinos in London has offered prayers, hope and encouragement for the crew of the Galaxy Leader who remain in captivity one year after their vessel was hijacked by Houthi forces on 19 November 2023.

Seafarer pay failing to keep up with inflation
November 27, 2024

Crew wages are increasing, but not in step with inflation. Splash Extra crunches the numbers.

Recent reports have indicated that seafarer salaries are on the rise due to a labour shortage in the industry but the actual numbers behind the rise paint a far more complex picture.