During the difficult times and the challenges arising from the COVID-19 pandemic, the UK Chamber of Shipping encourages as many ships as possible across the globe to sound their horns, if safe to do so, to celebrate the International Workers’ Day, Workers’ Day, Labour Day or May Day.
Specifically, the coronavirus pandemic has had a huge impact in the shipping industry, leading to not only disruptions, but also challenging seafarers and those working at shipping’s various sectors.
As 1st May is recognised in many countries around the world as International Workers’ Day, Workers’ Day, Labour Day or May Day, the Chamber encourages as many ships as possible across the world, who are in a port or harbour, to sound their horns (as is safe to do so) at 12.00 local time on 1st May 2020.
It is stated that this is a way to express our support and recognition to the workers across the world, ensuring that seafarers’ contribution in these difficult times is not forgotten.
