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No more excuses for global brands as new tool launched in fight to resolve crew change crisis: ITF
The world’s seafarers’ unions say the world’s biggest brands have no excuse not to audit their supply chains…
ICS: 200,000 Seafarers Still Affected By the Crew Change Crisis
Shipping is concerned that the numbers of seafarers being impacted by the crew change crisis are on the…
AMSA To Ensure Seafarers Serve No Longer Than Pre-COVID-19 Maximum Period Onboard
From 28 February 2021, the interim COVID arrangements which have permitted seafarers to serve longer than 11 months…
What Is “The Neptune Declaration” Signed By 300 Companies To Resolve Crew Change Crisis
The Covid-19 pandemic has created an unprecedented crew change crisis which has led to hundreds of thousands of…
UK Exempt Seafarers From Mandatory Covid Test
The UK government has confirmed that seafarers who are travelling for employment are exempted from the requirement to…
Video: ‘An Unwanted Prison Sentence’ For Seafarers
Hundreds of thousands of seafarers have been on board for many months longer than planned, stranded at sea…
Philippines Restricts Crew Change From 20 Countries Due To New COVID-19 Strain
In a recent facebook post, Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) announced the latest guidelines on the conduct of crew…
Over A Dozen Countries Pledge to Urgently Resolve Crew Change Crisis
Seafarers will get enhanced rights as key workers following a joint commitment made at International Maritime Summit held…
Heartfelt Open Message To Seafarers From ITF And Affiliated Unions
The race to develop a Covid-19 response that controls the virus, protects people and provides relief for battered…
Philippines Sets Up ‘Green Lane’ To Ensure Safe Ship Crew Changes
The Philippines government is establishing a green lane to facilitate the speedy and safe travel of seafarers, including…