Clifton

@singhalnaveens My experiences with Capt P C Merna has been very positive and fruitful. He addresses all concerns and queries very promptly despite his hectic schedule. Capt Clifton MISC Marine India .

An Indian Master was recently arrested in a foreign port for no rhyme or reason. It appears that he was a victim of a dispute between the Ship Owner and Charterer. Late in the night, the DPA of the company called me for assistance. I immediately contacted Capt. P. C. Meena, DGMA (DDG Crewing) @dgshipping_IN and sought his help. Thanks to the prompt intervention by Capt. Meena, the Master, was released from custody in less than 24 hours. Truly appreciate the swift response and proactive support extended by Capt. Meena and @dgshipping_IN DGMA staff. This incident underscores the importance of timely support and coordinated action by Indian authorities to safeguard the welfare and protection of Indian seafarers working on ships in international waters. 🫡👏🏼🙏🏽 @sarbanandsonwal @MEABharat @shipmin_india

@singhalnaveens Couldn’t agree with you more. RA’s have given the industry the license to kill. The ALARP is also subject to interpretation and perception. There has to be a “No go”space unless threat to life or limb .

indiashippingnews.com/oil-tanker-bla… 1/2 Tanker accident with subcons onboard. RA's is the Trojan horse for Shipping Managers. Done more on paper to protect their backs & less focus on Seafarer/Ship safety. Subcon mgmnt ISM 12.2 & reality of RA's needs stringent insp by PSC, Flag, SIRE etc

@singhalnaveens @IMOHQ @ilo @hratsea @ITFglobalunion This is a valid request Capt Naveen Singhal that you have made. This is no longer a luxury and good managers/owners need to be sensitive that this would do a world of good to seafarers morale.

1/2 @IMOHQ @ilo @hratsea @ITFglobalunion Vessel Operators/Owners should attend EI training to awaken their empathy. If cost cutting at expense of Crew happiness is a norm, then a Reg to make Internet mandatory for Seafarers becomes a need & not a luxury maritime-executive.com/article/japane…

@singhalnaveens Unsung heroes. The industry’s forgotten ones.

Seafarers globally working and moving cargo and oil to ensure that we all get our food and daily necessities. Keep it up Sailors and all the Best