Limited shore access hits seafarers happiness
Restrictive port policies are seen as a major reason why the Seafarers Happiness Index has seen its first downturn for four quarters. The Mission to Seafarers has just published the results of
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CSM sees “noticeable decrease” in seafarer medical disembarkations
Columbia Shipmanagement (CSM), a member of the Columbia Group, is reporting a noticeable decrease in emergency medical disembarkations. It attributes this positive trend to the proactive health measures implemented in collaboration with
Combat support ship to get onboard vegetable farm
To ensure the availability of fresh produce during extended deployments at sea, CSS Asterix, the Canadian Navy combat support ship created by converting and transforming a containership, is to get an onboard
Columbia launches female cadet mentoring program
As part of its bid to attract more women into the maritime sector, the Columbia Group, which includes Cyprus headquartered Columbia Shipmanagement, has launched a mentoring program aimed at female cadets. Recognizing
Female seafarers face “shocking” levels of discrimination, bullying and harassment
An in-depth survey in the maritime industry has revealed what its organizers say are “shocking figures” on gender-based discrimination against women, onboard harassment and bullying. Carried out by WISTA International, Anglo Eastern,
Idwal adds crew welfare to ship inspection grading
Cardiff, Wales-based international ship inspection specialist Idwal has added 12 key crew welfare questions to its rigid and standardized inspection process. With its extensive international surveyor network, Idwal has several representatives on
Managing stress, even in small spaces
by Sally Pace, CEO, Connect Healthcare Collaboration Here are some unsettling statistics. The American Psychological Association’s 2021 Work and Well-being Survey reported that “3 in 5 employees reported negative impacts of work-related
Inmarsat solution helps owners meet MLC crew connectivity mandate
Among eight significant just-agreed amendments to the ILO’s Maritime Labor Convention 2006 (MLC) is one that makes providing onboard crew connectivity a requirement for ship owners. The new MLC amendments come at
Seafarers Happiness Index sinks to eight-year low
The latest Seafarers Happiness Index report, published today by the Mission to Seafarers, reveals the lowest levels of seafarer satisfaction for eight years, with the index’s measure of overall happiness decreasing from
Q&A: Inmarsat talks sustainability
For shipping to meet its environmental and sustainability targets, digitalization and connectivity are key. Mobile satellite communications leader Inmarsat provides that connectivity and has embarked on a $100 million expansion to ensure