Mental Health and Challenges of Abandonment for Seafarers

Dr Radhika Vakharia – On the 5th of January, the maritime community gathered for a pivotal event focused on the mental health challenges faced by seafarers, highlighting the pressing issue of abandonment. Hosted by FSUI (Forward Seamen’s Union of India) and SEACALL, the programme featured a series of impactful speeches, discussions, and a technological innovation

IME(I) Annual Dinner: A Night to Remember

Dr Radhika Vakharia – The Institute of Marine Engineers (India) (IME(I)) hosted its much-awaited Annual Dinner on Saturday, January 11, at the picturesque MCA Lawns in Mumbai. The prestigious event brought together over 500 plus guests from the maritime industry for an evening of celebration, networking, and reflection on the growth and future of marine

ITF and DG Shipping Join Forces to Promote Mental Health Awareness for Indian Seafarers

Pratik Bijlani – On January 7, the International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) and the Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping), Government of India, signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the DG Shipping office in Mumbai, to promote mental health awareness for Indian seafarers. This collaboration signifies a major step toward embedding mental well-being

Charting a Greener Course

Pratik Bijlani – The maritime industry converged at the Novotel Hotel in Mumbai for the prestigious Celsius Tech Officers Conference hosted by Celsius Tech Limited on November 11-12, 2024. This two-day extravaganza provided a unique opportunity for maritime professionals to share expertise, explore cutting-edge developments in LNG shipping technology, and forge meaningful connections. As the

A Year of Promise

HSBC Global Economics takes a forward look at 2025 in “A Year of Promise” in which it states that the world is bracing for the impact of Trump’s proposed policy measures and waiting for action following China’s promises to loosen monetary policy and lift consumer spending. However, given ongoing geopolitical, fiscal, and inflation uncertainty, many