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Marina suspends acquisition of new LCT vessels
Genivi Verdejo February 27, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/27/business/maritime/marina-suspends...

The Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) has issued a suspension on shipowners' acquisition of new landing craft tank (LCT)-type roll-on/roll-off vessels for domestic trade.

Key points to know in the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers
The Editorial Team February 27, 2025 https://safety4sea.com/key-points-to-know-in-the-magna-carta-of-filipino...

With the enactment of the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers, new guidelines have been introduced to address key concerns such as third-doctor referrals, judgment execution, and claims handling.

Groups question 'vague' advisory on LCT vessels
February 26, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/26/business/maritime/groups-question...

THE Philippine maritime industry is facing significant disruption as concerns mount over the operation of Landing Craft Tank (LCT) vessels, compounded by the recent issuance of a Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) Advisory 2025-01.

UN To Review Seafarer Work Hours As Study Reveals Alarming 74% Overwork
MI News Network February 8, 2025 https://www.marineinsight.com/shipping-news/un-to-review-seafarer-work-h...

The International Labour Organisation (ILO) is set to review work-rest regulations for seafarers at the Special Tripartite Committee of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) in April 2025 in Geneva.

IMO, Saudi Arabia launch training program to address global seafarer shortage
19 Feb 2025 https://www.bairdmaritime.com/work-boat-world/research-environment-train...

A new initiative led by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) aims to address the global seafarer shortage while creating career opportunities for aspiring seafarers from developing nations.

Higher salaries ups seafarer retention rates
February 19, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/19/business/maritime/higher-salaries...

RETAINING seafarers has improved slightly over the past year, thanks in part to salary raises, the annual Crew Managers' Survey by Danica Crewing Specialists has revealed.

Carnival cruise passengers say these cruise ship jobs seem brutal
Alisha dos Santos Feb 19, 2025 https://www.thestreet.com/travel/carnival-cruise-passengers-say-these-cr...

The cruise line’s brand ambassador asked passengers to share their opinions on the most challenging jobs aboard its ships.

To some people, working on a Carnival cruise ship might sound like fun.

Lost at sea: The maritime scandal leaving 3,000 fighting for their lives
Connor Morpurgo • 29 Jan 2025 https://euroweeklynews.com/2025/01/29/lost-at-sea-the-maritime-scandal-l...

In a shocking report, Associated Press has revealed that cases of neglected workers stuck on board their ship have doubled in 2024, with their employers leaving them with no viable means to survive, and thousands of miles away from their families in vast ocean desperation.

New tool allows shipowners to better manage crew well-being
Sandra Boga 19 February 2025

A new crew well-being assessment tool is aiming to change how shipping companies address the increasing mental and physical health issues faced by seafarers.

Singapore-based maritime learning provider WiseStella has unveiled a new module designed for direct use by shipping companies, rather than third parties, through an interactive digital survey.

Splash survey sees average crew numbers onboard declining
February 18, 2025 https://splash247.com/splash-survey-sees-average-crew-numbers-onboard-de...

More than 70% of respondents to Splash’s brand new survey conducted in association with Inmarsat believe ships will be crewed by fewer people onboard come the year 2035.