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Giving hope to our seafarers
The Editorial Board November 22, 2022 https://www.manilatimes.net/2022/11/22/opinion/editorial/giving-hope-to-...

A FORTNIGHT ago, Filipino seafarers were dismayed when word floated around that the European Commission (EC) might thumb its nose at their certification that gives them the authority to board EU ships.

The world’s hotspot for piracy is seeing calmer waters
Ananya Bhattacharya 21 Nov 2022

The Gulf of Guinea has seen far fewer armed robberies, kidnappings, and other maritime crimes this year

Six months since the UN Security Council unanimously adopted a resolution calling for a crackdown on piracy in the Gulf of Guinea, the body is expected to check on its progress, and see good results, at a meeting on Nov. 22.

MARINA, Nautical Institute to boost maritime education in PH
Raymond Carl Dela Cruz November 21, 2022 https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1189090

MANILA – The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has partnered with the Nautical Institute (NI) to boost the country's maritime education and training (MET) through a memorandum of understanding (MOU).

In a statement on Monday, MARINA said the NI will provide the agency and local MET institutions with "academic advice and suggestions" through the MOU.

2022 Bar exam question on seafarer’s disability benefits claims
ATTY. DENNIS GORECHO | November 22,2022 - https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/475958/2022-bar-exam-question-on-seaf...

Can a seafarer be entitled to compensation for disability benefits if he finished his employment contract?

This is one of the questions included in the 2022 Bar Examinations for Labor Law and Social Legislations.

Cybersecurity Risk Remains the Leading Concern for Autonomous Shipping
Ziaul Haque Munim Nov 21, 2022 https://maritime-executive.com/editorials/cybersecurity-risk-remains-the...

Two seafarers injured in blast on Greek offshore support vessel
Gary Dixon 21 November 2022 https://www.tradewindsnews.com/casualties/two-seafarers-injured-in-blast...

Accident occurred on Asso Marine ship during equipment tests off France

Two crew members were taken to hospital after an explosion on a Greek offshore support ship off France.

Crew wWelfare Enhanced At Anglo-Eastern By Connecting Seafarers With Inmarsat Fleet Hotspot
November 21, 2022 https://gcaptain.com/crew-wwelfare-enhanced-at-anglo-eastern-by-connecti...

Leading global ship manager provides its seafarers with reliable, high-speed internet access through Inmarsat’s award-winning crew connectivity solution

Keep up seafarer wellbeing initiatives
21/11/2022 https://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/keep-up-seafarer-wellbeing-initiati...

Collins Dictionary has declared “permacrisis” its phrase of 2022. It sums up the year for many: economic setbacks, war, environmental disasters, covid and political instability. These issues are challenging for anyone, but for a seafarer, a long way from home or family, we can potentially add loneliness, overwork and stress to the list of concerns.

Ship crew caught with ‘shabu’ hidden in airpod
Martin Sadongdong November 21, 2022 https://mb.com.ph/2022/11/21/ship-crew-caught-with-shabu-hidden-in-airpod/

A crew member of a cargo ship has been arrested by the authorities in Batanes after he was caught with suspected methamphetamine hydrochloride or “shabu” that was concealed in a box of airpod during an inspection, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said Monday, Nov. 21.

What about women seafarers’ rights?
The Editorial Team November 21, 2022 https://safety4sea.com/cm-what-about-women-seafarers-rights/