VOICES FROM THE MARITIME INDUSTRY SINCE 2015
In this episode, we explore the powerful connection between food and crew welfare onboard ships. Gone are the days when meals were the central social event of the day—today, many seafarers spend more time alone in their cabins. But despite this shift, the importance of a good meal has not diminished.Continue Reading …
We continue the discussion about; what is a fair future for seafarers? Dr Jason Zuidema, Executive Director, North American Maritime Ministry Association, NAMMA, shares his view on what we need to do to make seafarers keyworkers. He says it’s about respect and using the instruments already in place. Abandonment in 2021 is a disgrace. Also, seafarers must be able to trust that they get paid.Continue Reading …
Roger Harris is the Executive Director of the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN). He joined the International Committee on Seafarer’s Welfare (ICSW), the predecessor to ISWAN, six years ago.Continue Reading …
