The safety of seafarers in times of geopolitical unrest dominated the opening sessions of the Seatrade Maritime Crew Connect Global conference in Manila, as industry leaders stressed the urgent need to protect crews navigating increasingly volatile seas.
Addressing delegates, Thomas Kazakos, Secretary General of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), said seafarers must be allowed to perform their duties without risking their lives.
He noted that the global trade landscape
