As evident in a recent statement, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has serious concerns regarding the recent attacks against commercial ships transiting the southern Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.
According to Greek Coast Guard, a cargo ship transporting salt with sunk off the island of Lesbos on 26th November, leaving one person dead and twelve others missing.
Protecting seafarers and fishers’ rights and working conditions now, while preparing them for a digitalized and decarbonized future, were key themes explored during the first International Maritime Organization (IMO)/International Labour Organization (ILO) Conference on Work at Sea, which took place at IMO Headquarters in London on 13 November.
Taking stock of the situation in the Persian Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz and the Sea of Oman, have developed transit corridors for the consideration of Ship Masters, Owners and Operators.