Seafarers
Seafaring Profession, Ship Crew, Seafarer Welfare, Seafarer Rights
Extrajudicial killings of Duterte’s drug war: Victims’ families laud his arrest by ICC
The families of victims of extrajudicial killings under former president Rodrigo Duterte’s administration are celebrating what they said is a historic first step towards justice.
Philippines arrests former president Rodrigo Duterte for alleged “crimes against humanity”
Authorities arrested former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on March 11 after the Philippine government confirmed that the International Criminal Court (ICC) had issued a warrant
Seafarer salaries, retention rates have risen, according to survey
Retaining seafarers has improved slightly over the past year, thanks in part to salary raises, the annual Crew Managers’ Survey by Danica Crewing Specialists has
Slovenia supports Philippines’ bid for UN Security Council seat
Slovenia has expressed full support for the Philippines’ candidacy for a non-permanent seat in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC),
Philippines repatriates seafarers, recovers wages in abandonment cases
Filipino seafarers play a crucial role in the global maritime industry, yet they have consistently ranked among the top five
Philippines holds inquiry into missing seafarer working onboard car carrier
Philippine Senator Raffy Tulfo has called for the mandatory installation of closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras on all ships carrying seafarers,
Psychologist expresses concerns over mental health crisis for superyacht sector, urges training for crew
Mental Health Support Solutions (MHSS), member of OneCare Group, is urging the superyacht industry to follow the cruise industry suit
Philippines, Palau deepen fisheries, maritime cooperation
The Philippines and Palau have agreed to strengthen cooperation across key sectors, including maritime security, labor, health, and education, following a high-level meeting between President
Seafarers concern about excessive paperwork, according to survey
According to the Seafarers Happiness Index, a quarterly survey conducted by the Mission to Seafarers, based on data from Quarter 4 of 2024, workload on
Seafarers appreciate onboard interaction with colleagues, according to survey
According to the Seafarers Happiness Index, a quarterly survey conducted by the Mission to Seafarers, based on data from Quarter 4 of 2024, interactions and
Seafarers want more relevant training that address evolving needs, according to survey
According to the Seafarers Happiness Index, a quarterly survey conducted by the Mission to Seafarers, based on data from Quarter 4 of 2024, training for
Maritime piracy dropped in 2024, but crew safety remains at risk
Shore leave a significant challenge for seafarers, according to survey
Seafarers find it hard to keep fit onboard, according to survey
Wages a critical concern for seafarers, according to survey
Soft skills training can lead to commercial benefits, says Nautical Institute
The maritime industry is experiencing a pivotal shift, with the rising recognition that soft skills are just as critical as technical expertise in ensuring the
Seafarers not happy with onboard connectivity, according to survey
According to the Seafarers Happiness Index, a quarterly survey conducted by the Mission to Seafarers, based on data from Quarter 4 of 2024, the connectivity
Fall in general happiness among seafarers in Q4 2024, according to survey
According to the Seafarers Happiness Index, a quarterly survey conducted by the Mission to Seafarers, based on data from Quarter 4 of 2024, the general
Family wants more details to death of Filipino seafarer AJ Kent Meraña
29-year-old Filipino seafarer AJ Kent Meraña was reported missing on September 8, 2024 while working onboard the MV Fermita, a bulk carrier owned by the
Filipino VP Sara Duterte impeached
Philippines’ vice president Sara Duterte was impeached by the House of Representatives on the last session day before adjournment. On February 5, the majority of
InterManager collates cases of seafarer criminalization to highlight unjust treatment
InterManager, the international trade association for the ship management sector, is calling on the shipping industry to contribute to a new campaign to highlight the
Psychologists extend services to families of seafarers
Mental health provider, Mental Health Support Solutions (MHSS), member of OneCare Group, has taken its commitment to the welfare of seafarers one step further through
Father seeks answers to seafarer son missing onboard car carrier
For Elias Bobiles Jr., 62, every day since December 5, 2024 has been a painful waiting game. His 28-year-old seafarer son, Ralph Anthony Bobiles, a
Encouraging young people to join, meeting their needs vital for future of maritime industry
Philippines appeals Supreme Court ruling that permits commercial fishing in municipal waters
Gender equality: Standing up in face of adversity
Marcos leads signing of implementing rules for Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers
Distress calls at sea: Need for open reporting
Philippines wants more volunteers to join coast guard amid tensions in West Philippine Sea
House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez is urging Filipinos to volunteer with the Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary (PCGA) as tensions escalate
Philippines criticizes China for refusal to abide by international law in West Philippine Sea dispute
The Philippines has criticized China for using rhetoric and wordplay to deflect from its continued defiance of international law in
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