The International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) recovered some $36 million in unpaid wages to seafarers in 2022, a figure very similar to the previous year.

Michael Grey explores whether we should be surprised at the declining index for seafarer happiness and the expectations of different generations.

A Concentrated Inspections Campaign (CIC) will begin in September to review fire safety provisions aboard ships, but the review has been criticised as failing to address the need to update regulations.

Nominations are now open for the 2023 Seatrade Maritime CrewConnect Global Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions in the crewing industry across six categories. Entries will be reviewed by an independent panel, with winners announced on...

The Isle of Man Ship Registry (IOMSR) become of a member of seafarer welfare charity the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN).

Despite being outlawed by Maritime Labour Convention many seafarers continue to pay illegal employment fees to crewing agents to secure work onboard ships. Seatrade Maritime News columnist Michael Grey investigates.

Equipping seafarers with better language skills is essential for shipping’s transformation and enables the next generation of maritime leaders, writes Catherine Logie, Director, Direct to Consumer Services, Ocean Technologies Group.

Members of the International Longshore Workers Union (ILWU) Canada have issued a 72-hour strike notice that that will see industrial action begin around 0800 hrs on 1 July.

To attract young people to take up careers as shipboard engineers the design and ergonomics of the engine room need to be studied to make for a more conducive working environment according Gerardo Borromeo, CEO of PTC Group.

Philippines President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr has directed the country’s maritime and education authorities to work closely with the shipping industry to ensure Filipino seafarers have the skills needed for future fuels and digitalisation.