Kim Link Wills
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
Seafarer welfare crisis ‘ticking time bomb’
“It is paramount that we see progress with crew changeovers,” says The Mission to Seafarers.
“It is paramount that we see progress with crew changeovers,” says The Mission to Seafarers.
‘There is an increasing risk that fatigue and mental health issues could lead to serious maritime accidents.’
International Maritime Organization warns crew change prohibitions during the coronavirus pandemic have led to a growing humanitarian crisis.
Crews stranded during the pandemic have garnered media attention — “and that’s a good thing”