Background
an alarming pattern has emerged wherein unscrupulous recruitment agents are luring young aspirants, particularly from remote villages, with false promises of lucrative seafaring careers.
Announcements
Data and Analysis
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) 2024 report has revealed a disturbing surge in global seafarer abandonment cases, with India topping the list as the most affected nationality.
Corrective measures and Decisions
The issuance of Indian CDCs based solely on the completion of the following five STCW courses such as Personal Survival Techniques (PST), Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting (FPFF), Elementary First Aid (EFA), Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities (PSSR) and Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties (STSDSD) shall be discontinued.
