Seafarers

The Ukrainian Maritime Trade Union told sailors how to check whether the vessel on which they have been offered a job is on the sanctions lists.

The Embassy of Ukraine in the United States has made an official request as to whether Ukrainian citizens were among the crew members of the detained tankers.

The changes introduced by the IMO resolution include mandatory competencies on combating violence, harassment and bullying on board. From January 1, 2026, amendments to the Seafarers’ Training, Certification and Watchkeeping Code (STCW Code) will come into force in Ukraine. This was reported by the press service of the Shipping Administration. The new rules were adopted…

An annual international forum dedicated to Ukrainian seafarers and their contribution to global merchant shipping was held in Singapore.

Despite the challenges posed by a full-scale invasion, Ukraine remains a leading maritime power. Every year, thousands of Ukrainian seafarers set sail, sign contracts with foreign companies, and work under various flags. Along with the prospects of professional growth, they face risks such as fraud, labor exploitation, and human trafficking.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has approved the Guidelines for the Fair Treatment of Detained Seafarers.

Most shipowners raised wages in 2024, which contributed to a decrease in staff turnover.

Last year, the number of cases of crew abandonment more than doubled compared to the record level of 2023.

Director of the State Enterprise “Morrichservice” Iryna Kostyuk reported on 2024.

The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved an updated National Transport Strategy aimed at restoring and modernizing the infrastructure.