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Danica Welcomes Russian Seafarer Vaccination
Russia, a major hub for seafarers, has now recognised seafarers as keyworkers and begun giving them Covid-19 vaccinations as a priority group - a move welcomed by Danica Crewing Services, a leading supplier Russian seafarers.
Danica Managing Director Henrik Jensen reports that Danica crew members are among the first to receive the vaccination in Saint Petersburg.Posted On:26-Feb-2021
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Unions demand worldwide seafarer vaccination programme
The Nautilus Federation, a group of 22 trade unions representing seafarers and inland waterways workers, has issued a statement calling on governments and global organisations to coordinate a worldwide vaccination programme for seafarers and inland waterways transport crew.
The unions believe that the crew change crisis could be mitigated by an international endeavour to vaccinate maritime and shipping professionals.Posted On:26-Feb-2021
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The Mission to Seafarers launches new e-learning modules for seafarers
International seafarer welfare charity, The Mission to Seafarers has today announced the launch of its new e-learning modules as an extension to its WeCare programme.
In response to the added pressures on seafarers during COVID-19, the two face-to-face programmes are being moved online to provide greater accessibility.Posted On:26-Feb-2021
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Investing in good nutrition for seafarers brings a wealth of physical, mental and financial benefits for shipping companies, MCTC conference reveals
With all the crucial operations and decision-making that goes into running a vessel, the importance of good food and nutrition can sometimes end up overlooked.
But it goes hand in hand with investing in crew members, their career development and promoting good mental health.Posted On:26-Feb-2021
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Port Of Antwerp Deploys Autonomous Drones For Safety Enforcement
In order to maintain safety in the complex port environment, Port of Antwerp is deploying an autonomous drone for the first time. The fully autonomous drone will be testing various use cases in the field of inspection and control. This is part of the short-term ambition to support the port authority in its core tasks by means of a network of autonomous drones.Posted On:26-Feb-2021
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Elbe fairway adjustment completed
The joint dredging operations by the Federal Shipping and Waterways Administration and HPA for the construction of a passing box have been completed.
The Elbe fairway has been widened to 385 meters along the eight kilometers between Wedel and Blankenese.Posted On:26-Feb-2021
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TORM tanker fire, Dunkirk
Fire erupted on board of tanker TORM LOUISE at around 0130 LT Feb 24, berthed at Total Terminal in Mardyck, Dunkirk, France. Fire reportedly, started in one of cabins in superstructure, and probably spread to other compartments. Some 50 firefighters, on engines and tugs, were deployed. Fire understood to be extinguished - tanker as of 1400 UTC Feb 24, remained berthed, with no tugs or fire boats at her side.Posted On:26-Feb-2021
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