Due to the Flighted Spongy Moth’s destructive nature, particularly in countries where the pest is not indigenous, the following countries have specific procedures in place to prevent FSMC from entering their fragile eco system:
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has published its Monthly Piracy Report for the month of March 2024.
The following acts of piracy and armed robbery are allegedly committed against ships during the month of March 2024, reported by IMO Member States or international organizations in consultative status.
Mental Health Support Solutions (MHSS) is deeply concerned as levels of loneliness and isolation experienced by Indian seafarers are becoming more apparent, particularly on vessels where cultural differences have not been adequately addressed.
A Good Catch alert presenting a case to demonstrate that captains should work to establish an atmosphere on the vessel where asking for help is not viewed as a failure or skill deficiency but is viewed as the correct and responsible action.