The Round Table of International Shipping Associations - which consists of BIMCO, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), INTERTANKO, and INTERCARGO - has called for the increase in the awareness of seafarer safety,
The Round Table of International Shipping Associations - which consists of BIMCO, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), INTERTANKO, and INTERCARGO - has called for the increase in the awareness of seafarer safety, rights, and treatment outside of the shipping industry.
The chairpersons of the world’s biggest shipping industry organizations gathered on February 6 in Athens to discuss topics including greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction and the impact of geopolitics on shipping.
By far, the most important topic on the agenda was how the industry and the international community can help limit and end a rise in the unjust treatment and criminalization of seafarers. The organizations unanimously agreed to work together to raise awareness of seafarers' rights and safety.
“Throughout 2024, we have witnessed a rise in the number of kidnappings and cases of rogue detention and imprisonment of our seafarers. This is devastating and highly concerning. Let’s not forget that seafarers transport over 80% of world trade. Despite their challenges, they continue to work to the highest professional standards. We will work collectively towards raising awareness about seafarers lacking some of the fundamental rights that some other key workers enjoy,” the representatives of the organizations forming the roundtable said
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