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SC ruling: Legal wife, all kids can get benefits of deceased seafarer
July 3, 2024 https://politiko.com.ph/2024/07/03/sc-ruling-legal-wife-all-kids-can-get...

The Supreme Court (SC) has declared that the benefits of a deceased seafarer can only be received by his legitimate wife and his children including those who are illegitimate.

Manning agencies oppose seafarer ban in Red Sea, Gulf of Aden amid conflict
Raffy Ayeng Jul 03, 2024 https://tribune.net.ph/2024/07/03/manning-agencies-oppose-seafarer-ban-i...

Marcos ensures Pinoy seafarers of gov't commitment to develop maritime industry
ANNA FELICIA BAJO, June 25, 2024 https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/pinoyabroad/dispatch/911159/marcos-ensur...

President Ferdinand ''Bongbong'' Marcos Jr. on Tuesday assured Filipino seafarers that his administration would continue to develop the country’s maritime industry.

Pinoy Marino Rights: Raise the flag for Filipino seafarers!
Dennis Gorecho - July 1, 2024 https://mindanaogoldstardaily.com/archives/145216

RAISE the flag for Filipino seafarers!

A special flag-raising ceremony was held last June 25, 2024, at the Rizal Monument in Luneta in celebration of the Day of the Seafarers in honor of all the hard-working, dedicated, and self-sacrificing Filipino mariners.

MARINA rolls out electronic processing of applications
July 1, 2024 https://www.portcalls.com/marina-rolls-out-electronic-processing-of-appl...

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) rolled out its blockchain-enabled system for electronic processing and payment of applications on July 1.

White House: Philippine seafarer killed in Houthi attack
Pia Lee-Brago https://www.msn.com/en-ph/news/national/white-house-philippine-seafarer-...

MANILA, Philippines — A Filipino seafarer of bulk cargo carrier M/V Tutor was killed when Yemeni Houthi rebels attacked the vessel last week, the White House confirmed on Monday, as it called the action “terrorism.”

All 27 Filipino crew of MV Transworld Navigator unharmed, says DMW
Charie Abarca - June 24, 2024 https://globalnation.inquirer.net/240453/all-27-filipino-crew-of-mv-tran...

MANILA, Philippines — All Filipino crew on board the MV Transworld Navigator attacked by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea are safe and out of danger.

Denmark sticks to its seafarer taxation scheme to keep its flag attractive
The Editorial Team June 21, 2024 https://safety4sea.com/denmark-sticks-to-its-seafarer-taxation-scheme-to...

The Danish Government decided in late June to preserve the DIS scheme, which is also known as the seafarer’s tax.

Further damning findings on seafarer fatigue
17 June 2024 https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/further-damning-fi...

A new report from World Maritime University, funded by the ITF Seafarers' Trust, has once again demonstrated the terrible working hours and fatigue that seafarers are subjected to by their employers. Rob Coston spoke to seafarer welfare champion Katie Higginbottom about the results

MedSea presents best practices regarding seafarer health
The Editorial Team June 21, 2024 https://safety4sea.com/medsea-presents-best-practices-regarding-seafarer...

In view of The Day of the Seafarer (25 June) campaign of #SafetyTipsAtSea, MedSea offers practical measures for organizations to prevent common injuries, illnesses and safety concerns onboard commercial vessels.