Day of the Seafarer
25 June 2013

The Day of the Seafarer is now being celebrated for third time. This is reflected  in the increasing number of people from the maritime sector, and beyond, that want to  participate in the campaign and to publicly thank seafarers for their service and the sacrifices  that they make.

2013 is a landmark year for the seafaring community, as the Maritime Labour Convention  (MLC2006) enters into force in August. This marks significant progress in the recognition of  seafarers? roles and the need to safeguard their well-being and the working conditions.

Seafarers operate on the ?front line? of the shipping industry, and this year?s campaign  theme, Faces of the Sea, aims to highlight the individuals that are often unseen, but who  work to deliver more than 90% of the world?s goods. This year?s theme, Faces of the Sea, aims to ensure that the efforts and sacrifices made by seafarers, often in lonely conditions, are recognized by the general public.

We must thank the seafarers and appreciate their efforts on this day. Without them , none of the goods would have been transported from one part of the globe to other.