Our guide to restrictions affecting the Australian maritime industry has been updated with the latest information in light of the Omicron-variant of COVID. Find out more here. … [Read more...]
Seafarer COVID-vaccination numbers continue to climb
About 41% of the world's seafaring workforce has been COVID-vaccinated, according to the latest data from the Neptune Declaration's Crew Change Indicator. The Neptune Declaration is an agreement subscribed to by about 850 organizations that are … [Read more...]
Seafarers’ International Relief Fund hits US$1 million target
Substantial donations from NYK Line, a Shipping Australia member, and other donors have pushed total funds past the US$1 million goal; funds to be urgently distributed to support COVID relief efforts for seafarers and families. The target was … [Read more...]
Ocean shipping industry has repeatedly demonstrated anti-COVID measures
Global ocean-going shipping companies have repeatedly demonstrated to the authorities in general that the shipping industry is taking a great number of measures to keep its crews and shore side communities safe from COVID. Back in July 2020, … [Read more...]
Port workers required to get mandatory anti-COVID vaccine in New Zealand
New Zealand's government has passed rules mandating anti-COVID vaccinations for border workers, including personnel who work at seaports. Affected workers are forbidden from carrying out work unless vaccinated. The new COVID-19 Public Health … [Read more...]