The Netherlands will launch a vaccination programme for seafarers from mid-June.
US, Netherlands And Other Nations Begin To Roll Out Vaccines To All Seafarers
International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has published a Vaccination Roadmap framework to help establish vaccination hubs dedicated to seafarers across the world, alongside other major maritime NGOs.
Vaccination Lottery For The Dry Bulk Sector?
Once again seafarers are falling victim to the lack of focus and joined-up thinking from leaders of governments and the maritime industry, which has become apparent during the current on-going crew change crisis.
DP World, UAE Region Rolls Out COVID-19 Vaccination Drive For Its Employees
As part of DP World, UAE Region’s ongoing endeavors to safeguard the interest of their employees and ensure secure operations during the pandemic to keep trade flowing.
Philippines Govt. Asked To Vaccinate Seafarers On Priority
As COVID-19 vaccinations take center stage across all countries the urge to put seafarers on the priority list has gained momentum.
Shipping Industry Demands Vaccine Priority For Seafarers Amid Renewed Crew Change Struggles
ICS is leading calls for governments to put seafarers and frontline maritime shore workers at the head of the vaccine queue and to designate seafarers as keyworkers, to avoid a repeat of the 2020 ‘crew change crisis’
India Ships COVID Vaccines After Commercial Export Approval
India is gearing up to supply covid vaccines to other countries as the country has become one of the strongholds of manufacturing the vaccines.
CMA CGM Joins Forces With UNICEF And WEF For Worldwide Distribution Of COVID-19 Vaccines
Rodolphe Saadé, Chairman and CEO of the CMA CGM Group signed a charter with the World Economic Forum and UNICEF on December 21st aimed at supporting the inclusive and efficient distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, especially in developing countries.
Panama Canal Supports To Facilitate The Transport And Distribution Of COVID-19 Vaccine
This action confirms the transportation industry’s commitment to unite the public and private sectors in planning and preparation efforts for the transportation and distribution of the vaccine. 18 companies from the transportation industry participate in this initiative.