The Day of the Seafarer, held on 25 June every year, draws global attention to the contribution that seafarers make to world trade. As the world slowly moves through the pandemic, it is more important than ever not only to acknowledge the efforts that seafarers have made to keeping the supply chain open despite extremely challenging conditions, but also to ensure that the future being … Continue reading Day of the Seafarer 2021.
As far back as I can remember, my grandmother was a very hard working women, with a big heart. When thinking back to my childhood, I can not remember one single incident where she cried or was upset. Talking to my family, friends (who knew her) and relatives, absolutely none of them can remember her being angry or annoyed at anything Surely she had her … Continue reading My Grandmother (1914 – 2006).
IMO Secretary-General highlights plight of seafarers as new video tells seafarer stories. UN Human Rights Day puts the global spotlight on the importance of human rights in the post-COVID recovery. IMO is highlighting the plight of the hundreds of thousands of seafarers who are still stranded at sea and has issued a strong call for their fundamental rights to be respected. It is estimated that … Continue reading Standing up for stranded seafarers on UN Human Rights Day.
Two Brazilian pilots and officer from the Philippines will receive the 2020 IMO Award. Two Brazilian pilots who averted an environmental disaster and an officer from the Philippines who ensured the survival of fellow passengers from a sinking vessel while off-duty will receive the 2020 IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea. Meeting for its 124th session (12-14 October), the IMO Council endorsed the recommendation from a … Continue reading Brazilian and Filipino seafarers to receive IMO Bravery Award.
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