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Attack on seafarers a ’war crime’ - Human Rights at Sea
WAR crimes against seafarers and neutral merchant vessels warrant accountability, the international non-governmental group Human Rights at Sea (HRAS) said. Six weeks into the war between Russia and Ukraine, the intensity of the conflict shows no chance of de-escalation and seafarers remain in the firing line, HRAS said... -The Manila TimesPosted On:20-Apr-2022
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Ukraine war and China outbreak are impacting crew change
THE latest data from the Neptune Declaration Crew Change Indicator suggests the number of seafarers working beyond the expiry of their contracts has dipped since last month. Figures dropped slightly from 5% in March to 4.2% in April, which is the first decrease recorded since December last year... -Daily Cargo NewsPosted On:20-Apr-2022
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Korea revises visa rules to secure more foreign shipbuilding workers
A total of 4,428 skilled foreign shipyard workers will be granted greater job opportunities at 335 small businesses partnering with seven local shipbuilding and marine companies, as the government eases rules on the E-7 visa, Tuesday. Eligible are welders, painters, electrical engineers and plant engineers... -koreatimes.co.krPosted On:20-Apr-2022
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High Speed Sailing Transforms Crew Transfers
New modes of fast, reliable and efficient transport for offshore crew and provisions promise to boost offshore energy operations. These vessels sail at high speed in the roughest conditions, and they are able to provide safe and easy transfer from ship to offshore structures, offering crew welfare and comfort at increased passenger capacity... -The Maritime ExecutivePosted On:20-Apr-2022
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Belgian shipowners reunite Ukrainian seafarers with their families
The Royal Belgian Ship-Owners’ Association (KBRV) has opened a temporary shelter where Ukrainian sailors can be reunited with family members that have fled the war in their home country. Currently around a dozen people are staying at the shelter that is in a building in the Antwerp district of Hoboken. However, KBRV expects many more families to come to the shelter soon... -vrt.bePosted On:20-Apr-2022
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Record 31 failings found on P&O Ferries boat at safety inspection
Maritime inspectors listed an unprecedented 31 separate failings on a P&O Ferries vessel detained last month, ranging from problems with fire safety to lifeboat drills. Inspectors for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) refused to allow the European Causeway to keep sailing from Larne, Northern Ireland, after discovering issues with labour conditions, navigation and documentation... -The GuardianPosted On:20-Apr-2022
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P&O Ferries: Agency staff sacked after breaching alcohol guidelines
P&O Ferries has confirmed seven agency staff were sacked after returning from shore in breach of guidelines on alcohol consumption. The company said: "The safety of our passengers and crew is our foremost priority and we continue to operate a zero tolerance policy towards drinking whilst on duty."... -BBC.comPosted On:20-Apr-2022
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Philippines: Lacson vows protection for OFWs, seafarers
Presidential candidate Sen. Panfilo “Ping” Lacson guaranteed that the new law seeking to protect overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) will be properly implemented under his administration to prevent past cases of neglect and abuse from government agencies in charge of looking after their sector... -Philstar.comPosted On:20-Apr-2022
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US container prices tumble as yards overflow with empties
Container prices in the US have fallen dramatically in recent months and will fall further, according to Container xChange. The company’s analysis showed that in LA, 40ft HC containers had fallen from $3467 in late February 2022 to $2754 in April 2022, while 20ft DC containers were at an average price of $1661 in April 2022, down from highs of $3080 late in August 2021... -Seatrade Maritime NewsPosted On:20-Apr-2022
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Columbia acts to help traumatized Ukrainian seafarers and families
Columbia Shipmanagement (CSM), together with its owning company and its clients, have raised over $1.5 million and assembled a team of 320 psychologists, mostly from Ukraine, to aid traumatized families of seafarers who have been impacted by the war in Ukraine... -Marine LogPosted On:20-Apr-2022
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Two New Cruise Lines Unexpectedly Impacted by Russian Sanctions
Two new cruise operations found themselves the unintended targets of the international sanctions imposed on Russia and its financial institutions after the invasion of Ukraine. While many of the worlds’ cruise lines scheduled to operate in Europe this summer have been working to reorganize itineraries to replace ports, Swan Hellenic and Havila Voyages have the added challenge that they had financed their new ships through Russia’s GTLK,.. -The Maritime ExecutivePosted On:20-Apr-2022
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Marina deactivates TWG on seafarer vaccination program
THE Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) officially deactivated its Technical Working Group (TWG) for the vaccination of Filipino seafarers onTuesday, April 12 through the signing of the Declaration of Project Completion. Marina’s TWG on Vaccination was established to implement the inoculation of seafarers, frontline maritime workers, and their families at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2021... -The Manila TimesPosted On:20-Apr-2022
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Argentine Maritime Workers Plan 24-Hour Strike
Argentine ship workers will stage a 24-hour strike on Thursday to protest what they call delays by the government in awarding tenders to the sector, although the action is not expected to affect activity at key grains ports in and around Rosario. The Maritime, Port and Naval Industry Federation (Fempinra) announced the strike on Tuesday, less than a week after protests by grains truck drivers snarled up transportation of soy and corn right in the middle of the harvest season... -gCaptainPosted On:20-Apr-2022
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Dutch govt accelerating sustainable inland shipping
The Nationaal Groeifonds, an initiative of the Dutch Ministries of Economic Affairs & Climate Change and Finance, is investing in Zero Emission Services (ZES) to speed up the implementation of ZES’ system solution for inland shipping. According to ZES, the company will receive the €50 million (around $54.9 million) investment for the entire value chain in which it operates... -Offshore EnergyPosted On:20-Apr-2022
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Cocaine Smuggling Aboard Cruise Ship
10 passengers were found carrying cocaine, an overall 54 kgs of cocaine, when they were intercepted aboard the MSC SEASIDE in Valencia, Spain. Spain’s National Law enforcement agency conducted the check. In another instance, a Brazilian couple was apprehended on the same vessel on April 4th in Marseilles carrying 12kg’s cocaine... -FleetmonPosted On:20-Apr-2022
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General cargo ship ran onto embankment in Kile Canal
General cargo ship LIBERTA suffered engine failure and ran onto embankment in Kiel Canal near Levensau High Bridge at around 0610 UTC Apr 19, while transiting Kiel Canal in western direction, en route from Ust Luga Russia to Antwerp. Extent of damages unknown, the ship was taken off embankment and towed back to Kiel... -FleetmonPosted On:20-Apr-2022
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Chinese freighter developed heavy list, rescued, Hainan Strait
Cargo ship YUANTENG688 developed a heavy portside list, probably because of cargo shift, at Macun Port Anchorage, Hainan island, Hainan Strait, around midday Apr 18. The ship arrived at Macun anchorage from Qinzhou with 2215 tons of coal on board. YUANTENG688 issued distress signal and requested assistance. Two tugs were sent to assist, 4 out of 10 crew were transferred on board of tug, 6 remained on board and took part in salvage... -FleetmonPosted On:20-Apr-2022
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Tug fire, Indonesia
Tug BOJOMA 2906 caught fire in the afternoon Apr 19 in Batang Hari river, Jambi Regency, southeast Sumatra, while preparing to receive fuel from fuel truck. There was a loud bang, followed by fire, which engulfed working deck of the tug. Fire was extinguished, tug didn’t burn out... -FleetmonPosted On:20-Apr-2022
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Floating dock tilted, sank at Saka port, Japan
Floating dock in the morning Apr 19 developed heavy list and, it seems, sank and rested on bottom, remaining partially above waterline, at Saka port, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. Floating dock name or registered ID is SEIKO 5000, so understood, dock’s lifting capacity is up to 5000 tons. No injures reported... -FleetmonPosted On:20-Apr-2022
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