Tag: SAFETY4SEA

David Nichol, Thomas Miller Hellas, talks about important issues related to crew mental health, highlighting that a broad range of factors, including anxiety, social isolation, pressure of work and disturbed sleep, can negatively influence the mental health of seafarers. Crew fitness evaluations have previously given emphasis to physical health and it is only relatively recently that due attention is being given to the mental wellbeing of seafarers. Therefore, the UK P&I Club places a high priority on the matter by raising awareness to the problem and in providing support and advice to its members.

David Price, Wallem Ship Management states that safety of seafarers remains a top priority for Wallem and explains why safety is intrinsically linked with operational excellence. He also explains Wallem’s approach to increase engagement among its people, by referring to company’s safety strategy which focuses on five key areas: communication (ship & shore), retention, training, shipboard working & living conditions, recognition & rewards.

Warwick Norman, CEO, Rightship, talked about the vetting evolution over the last twenty years at the 2017 SAFETY4SEA Conference. Capt. Norman said that the motivation for the creation of RightShip was largely a desire to improve safety standards, in particular around the cape fleet where both BHP & Rio shared a common risk.

Sean Hutchings, Chief Technical Officer, Thome Group of Companies, noted during his presentation at the 2017 SAFETY4SEA Conference, that since the introduction of the ISM Code in the mid 90’s, there has been an increase in the number and complexity of procedures in maritime safety management systems. Mr. Hutchings explained how a SMS can be easy to navigate and understandable to serve its purpose.

RINA Academy Philippines is the winner of the SAFETY4SEA Training Award this year. Capt Nicolo Terrei discusses about the current and future challenges concerning seafarers' training and emphasizes on the need for making seafarers fully familiarized with the new technology introduced onboard. Capt. Terrei further says that training needs to change direction and focus on enhancing the skill of the officer with a deeper familiarization and training ashore as well as on board. 

Marlink's ‘Xchange Telemed’ is the winner of the SAFETY4SEA Technology Award this year. Mr. Panagiotis Falidouris, General Manager CG, Marlink Hellas, highlights ways to meet the new MLC and STCW regulations for health and medical treatment onboard.

The Alert! project By The Nautical Institute is the winner of the SAFETY4SEA Initiative Award for this year. Capt. Nikos Aslanis, Chairman of The Nautical Institute Hellenic Branch, Alert! talks about the successful project, which has changed for the better industry's perception on the human element by addressing key issues and enhancing awareness.

The event brought together expert speakers who discussed issues concerning safety culture, crew competence, training and vetting. Inspiring presentations and panel discussions highlighted the importance of embracing a safety culture and focusing on safety performance. Panels also addressed the vetting evolution and TMSA 3 challenges.

Thome Group, Wallem Ship Management, RINA Academy Philippines, Marlink, Alert! By The Nautical Institute, Capt. Warwick Norman and Capt. Efthimios E. Mitropoulos are the distinguished winners of the 2017 SAFETY4SEA Awards which were presented at a prestigious ceremony, on Tuesday 3rd at the Yacht Club of Greece, one night before the 8th SAFETY4SEA Conference.

SAFETY4SEA in association with The North P&I Club, features a special column including expert perspectives on critical issues with respect to maritime safety. Since safety culture is crucial for the industry, we ask global experts to assess whether the industry has succeeded in combining the human element, a complex multi-dimensional issue for maritime safety, with the numerous systems and procedures that exist onboard.