From 1 July 2021, Korean Quarantine is accepting PCR certificates in cases where over 14 days have passed since a vessel’s departure from crew joining port and the PCR certificate has been issued within 72 hours of crew’s embarkation.
Read moreThe world's largest civilian hospital ship, the Global Mercy, was delivered to the charity organization Mercy Ships.
Read moreShipping veteran Frank Coles launched an online petition, aiming to create an enforceable global protocol regarding the green channel travel for seafarers.
Read moreUnhealthy eating can reduce productivity levels among seafarers by 20%, highlighting the need for shipping companies to ensure seafarers are eating nutritious food.
Read moreSailors’ Society urged the shipping industry to help seafarers and prevent a "mental health catastrophe".
Read moreThe US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released its safety recommendations for cruise ship travelers who are not fully vaccinated.
Read moreQatar has launched a pilot seafarer vaccination programme out of Ras Laffan for all crew working on Qatari managed and chartered vessels.
Read moreMore than 1,200 seafarers received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine in a symbolic vaccination at Palacio de Maynila in Malate on Thursday.
Read moreAll overseas Filipinos workers (OFWs) leaving for their posts abroad are welcome to get Covid-19 vaccine shots in Manila even if they are non-residents.
Read moreThis week, the first COVID-19 vaccines for seafarers were administered as part of the Dutch vaccination program for crew.
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