In a recent ICS (International Chamber of Shipping) webinar, maritime and medical experts came together to discuss seafarers’ health and wellbeing, and what can be done to safeguard seafarers and make sure they are prepared for medical emergencies on board ships.
Read moreDetailsWith seafarers being onboard vessels for long periods of time, unable to attend doctor’s check-ups, dental care is a common issue that the crew is facing while at sea. In a worst-case scenario, dental problems may require an urgent medical treatment or even the repatriation of seafarers.
Read moreDetailsLloyd’s Register has acquired a 50% interest in ISF Watchkeeper work and rest hours compliance software solution from IT Energy Systems and Consulting Limited. The acquisition will result in LR becoming a joint owner of ISF Watchkeeper with the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS).
Read moreDetailsThe World Health Organization estimates that two thirds of adults in developed countries globally do not get the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep each night.
Read moreDetailsWords cannot change reality, but they can alter people's perceptions of reality. Words create filters through which people perceive their surroundings.
Read moreDetailsMost people feel low sometimes, but if it is affecting your life, there are things you can try that may help. However, a low mood will tend to lift after a few days or weeks.
Read moreDetailsMitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) and Rio Tinto have agreed to the Designated Owners & Operators (DOO) programme, a Rio Tinto initiative targeted to enhance safety and improve crew welfare in the dry bulk industry.
Read moreDetailsThe IMO Legal Committee (LEG), 110th Session is taking place this week with a view to focus on the abandonment of seafarers, fundraising appeal after the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria and the extension of the Black Sea Grain Initiative.
Read moreDetailsThe Mission to Seafarers and Deutsche Seemannsmission have launched a new partnership to improve welfare services for seafarers in Panama.
Read moreDetailsMerchant Navy Welfare Board welcomes the UK Government on the fact that The Seafarers’ Wages Act received Royal Assent and is now law.
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