The maritime industry is turning to smart compliance solutions that integrate AI-powered tools with real-time compliance intelligence. A promising example is the collaboration between RISK4SEA and KAIKO Systems which offer a scalable way to mitigate inspection-related disruptions.

SAFETY4SEA is pleased to announce the distinguished shortlisted nominees for this year’s Crew Welfare Awards, following an online nomination process, initiated a few months ahead of the 2025 Crew Welfare Week, a virtual event that will take place 24-26 June.

In an era defined by fragmented attention and digital overload, mindfulness is undergoing a quiet revolution. No longer limited to meditation cushions or wellness retreats, it’s now woven into daily life in creative and meaningful ways.

The maritime industry, which is essential for the smooth flow of global trade, is facing a significant challenge in securing a stable, skilled workforce. The shortage of seafarers has reached crisis levels, with projections indicating a shortfall of 90,000 seafarers by 2026.

In a recent meeting at the International Labour Organization headquarters in Geneva, governments, shipowners and unions agreed MLC updates with a view to become effective in 2027.  

Sea Asia 2025 welcomed close to 21,000 attendees from across 92 countries and convened more than 500 exhibitors, providing attendees ungated access to 100 global speakers and 55 content sessions.

April 11th marks World Parkinson’s Day, a global moment of reflection, awareness, and renewed action for the millions living with Parkinson’s disease (PD). This year, we not only spotlight the progress made in Parkinson’s research and care, but also highlight a growing imperative: ensuring that all communities, including seafarers, are not left adrift when it comes to health equity and access.

SAFETY4SEA is pleased to announce the 2025 SEAFiT Crew Survey, sponsored by The NorthStandard, which includes elements of wellness and well-being. The survey will run during Q2 and Q3 of 2025. This will mark our fifth survey on crew welfare, following similar initiatives conducted in 2019, 2021, 2022, and 2024.

The 2025 World Happiness Report, a global publication on wellbeing, highlights key trends that influence global happiness.

VPS highlights the increasing complexity ship owners and operators are now facing with regards to maritime decarbonization, explaining the current legislative requirements and its challenges.