Dry bulk representative Intercargo is criticising charterers that prevent crew changes during the period of the charter. The organisation says it has learned that in…
Shipping
“Charterers preventing crew change must be held accountable”
Crew changes
Ships sound their horns for the 150,000 seafarers stuck at sea
By May 15 there will be 150,000 seafarers stuck at sea as countries around the globe are denying shore access in fear of the coronavirus.…
Seafarers
Shipowners provide plan for crew changes worldwide
An alliance of shipowners has come up with a plan for safe crew changes in identified key ports all over the globe. Due to travel…
Coronavirus
Singapore opens port for crew changes
Singapore has opened its port for crew changes, answering the call of the shipping industry. Since the outbreak of the coronavirus, many ports prohibited crew…
Shipping
Governments urged to facilitate crew change of 100,000 seafarers
The shipping industry has urged governments around the globe to facilitate the movement of seafarers to keep world trade moving. Every month, 100,000 seafarers need…