Back to the subject of access to internet for crew:
ITF is engaged in the wellness of seafarers around the globe:
http://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/launch-of-the-itf-seafarers-trust-portable-communication-pods/
Now that IMO has reaffirmed seafarerâs right to shore leave and protection against discrimination, will the US finally grant such rights in line with the rest of the world?:
http://gcaptain.com/new-global-regulation-prevents-discrimination-against-seafarers-right-to-shore-leave/?goal=0_f50174ef03-57d752bd4a-169863069&mc_cid=57d752bd4a&mc_eid=4674ba0fbe
I know Human rights only apply to Americans and since IMO doesnât have nukes, how are they going to enforce their rules anyway??
Once again you start off the flop with an interesting addition to the conversation and then your turn card shows your true self as a natural troll. Next comes the river where you deny having any issues with Americans. (Texas holdâem analogies to highlight your typical posts as a bad hand of poker)
Get it through your thick skull. This is a forum of mariners. None of us have any issue with other mariners getting access to shore leave.
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Oh sorry, I should have marked that last remark SARCASM!!!
SARCASM: noun. The use of irony to MOCK or convey CONTEMPT.
PS. Itâs pretty clear to anyone who has read your posts in the past that you are not directing contempt at the IMO.
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Well it was written after I read this news story:
So no the sarcastic remark was not aimed at IMO.
The truth will set you free.
Are seafarers an unhappy lot?:
Another question; Does happiness affect safety??
BW Group is well aware that internet access is important to hire and retain the best people to serve on their vessels:
Liberian Register is committed to seafarerâs wellbeing on this âDay of the Seafarersâ:
https://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/liberia-underlines-commitment-to-seafarer-wellbeing-on-imo-day-of-the-seafarer/
Hopefully it stretches to the rest of the year as well.
Almost 5 years since MLCâ06 entered into force, but has it improved the conditions for seafarers worldwide?:
https://splash247.com/time-for-a-professional-approach-to-maritime-welfare-training/
Seafarers Happiness Index shows a falling trend:
https://splash247.com/seafarer-happiness-the-role-for-management-and-design/
Is that surprising, given the pressure that is there today?
These are all very valid points as I donât think one person managing my vessel from ashore has ever been to sea at this point. I field endlessly sophomoric questions about operations and am asked for input that goes in one ear and out the other.
This is all strictly from the masters perspective on management. The well-being of the crew is something other entirely. We take that upon ourselves to get the niceities that the company will not. Itâs a vastly different experience at sea than it was even 5 years ago. Definitely not upbeat that is for sure.
I donât know that a new position ashore would solve any of this. Probably just create more paperwork and bullshit. Things like the case of lobster tails we used to get from the office for Christmas or even an inkling of respect for our time away from our families would be huge in my opinion. The personal relationships and mutual respect have degraded so much in recent years, I donât know if it can come back. Itâs just a sad state of the industry at this time.
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A ship management company in Singapore is setting up a free helpline for seafarers of all nationalities and working for any company to assist in reducing suicide among seafarers:
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Looks like a lot of interest in the mental health of seafarers lately:
https://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/the-american-club-and-seamens-church-institute-jointly-publish-mental-wellbeing-guide-for-seafarers/
Sterile living condition is a problem that MLC doesnât address:
Youâre the resident cheerleader for autonomous shipping so where does this fit into your agenda? MLC and concerns of crew well being can all be done away with once your robot ships take over the world, right?
The crew has been an afterthought in ship design for quite some time. Iâll save you the breath on the retort of âexcept in Norway.â
I have no agenda. I only post articles about the development of future autonomous ships and the people that is working on such projects around the world.
Do I find it fascinating? Yes I do, but without any opinion being stated about whether I like the development or not. Feel free to have your own opinion though.
Norwegian designers and shipyards are not involved with construction of large merchant ships. Norwegian owned and operated ships, like VLCCs, Bulkers, RoRos etc., are standard designs built in China, Korea and Japan for the most parts, just like all other such ships, regardless of flag or ownership. They come under the description as âsterileâ as described in the article.
But you are right, Norwegian designed special purpose vessels, whether OSVs or for whatever purpose, does take crew comfort very much into consideration.
Are you jealous?
With regards to sterile living conditions; shipyards will add whatever amenities the owners wish to include. The ships I was involved constructing in Korea had carpeting in every room. I had it changed to carpeting in the master and chief engineerâs stateroom and vinyl flooring in all other living spaces. More âsterileâ? Yes, but I am sorry to say more fitting for the (US) crews who sailed on those ships.