Incoming Cyprus president, Nikos Christodoulides indicated the importance he places on shipping with the appointment of one of his closest aides to head up the island’s shipping ministry.

The access to and availability of well-trained crew is central for a growing and sustainable ship management business in the future, according to Wallem.

The Hong Kong government has allocated HK$20m ($2.5m) in its 2023 – 24 budget to promote the high-end maritime service industry sector.

Might the tide be turning for the lives lived by that essential but invisible workforce which crews the world shipping fleet?

Collaboration between IMEC, ICS and ITF is helping to drive progress on key seafarer related issues, according to International Maritime Employers Council (IMEC) Chairman Belal Ahmed.

Despite years of campaigning by associations, P&I insurers and other groups within the industry working in enclosed spaces remains a major cause of death among seafarers and shore workers.

The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) is increasing the surcharge for laden product tankers transiting the waterway.

Addressing sexual assault and sexual harassment (SASH) in the maritime industry is essential for seafarer welfare and attracting new talent, on a national and international level.

Unpaid wages to abandoned seafarers over the past 20 years has topped $40m as 2022 became the worst year on record for seafarer abandonment.

The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) is delaying plans to phase out paper charts by the end of 2026 following feedback.