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The explosion at the Jebel Ali Port caused when a container exploded as it was being loaded on to the MV OCEAN TRADER in 2021

Dubai ship explosion captain forced to give up home, but wins freedom thanks to ITF

The master of a ship on which a container exploded during loading at the Jebel Ali Port...

Ukraine: Solidarity Strengthened by Conflict

On the 24 February 2022, the world was shocked and saddened when the Russian Federation...

16 Jan 2023 Press Release

New advisory committee launched to address major maritime issues impacting Filipino seafarers

JOINT PRESS RELEASE Shipping industry leaders form part of newly created advisory board,...

'Abandoned' livestock carrier ship to be auctioned in Victoria but stranded crew yet to receive wages

An international livestock carrier ship, the Yangtze Fortune, has been arrested in...

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Managing stress

How to recognise the signs and symptoms of stress at an early stage and what to do. Find out more

COVID-19: Country information for seafarers

Covid-19, restrictions, safety measures and procedures are now in effect in ports across the world