Tag: seafarer safety

Celebrated every year on May 18th, the International Day of Women in Maritime is an important day to remind to the entire industry that only by promoting gender equality, diversity, and inclusivity, industry stakeholders will ensure that the maritime sector remains inclusive, equitable, fosters innovation and creates opportunities for all.

The International Group of P&I Clubs (IGP&I) has recently released a safety guide to help prevent injuries and loss of life during mooring operations by using the master's authority.

The International Group of P&I Clubs (IGP&I) has recently released a safety guide to help prevent injuries and loss of life during mooring operations due to rushing the tasks.

The International Group of P&I Clubs (IGP&I) has recently released a safety guide to help prevent injuries and loss of life during mooring because of changes and the pressure they cause.

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has issued a Maritime Safety Awareness report on fire safety in order to raise awareness of the risks and prevent further incidents.

The International Group of P&I Clubs (IGP&I's) has released a safety animation to help prevent injuries and loss of life during mooring operations.

Yesterday, Belize, Japan and Portugal became the latest countries to show their support for the safety of fishing vessels by becoming contracting parties to the fishing vessel safety treaty, the 2012 Cape Town Agreement.

The International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) has shared insights into the issues faced by seafarers and their families in 2022 with a new infographic of data from its helplines.

The United States Coast Guard released a safety alert to addresses the importance of proper maintenance and adherence to manufacturer’s recommendations for filling/inflating buoyancy chambers on some models of inflatable boats.

Human Rights at Sea (HRAS) has released a statement, highlighting that the Australian Government is ''fundamentally failing seafarers and their families in providing a sustainable funding mechanism for onshore welfare facilities embedded in and protected by primary legislation''.