Often, seafarers’ welfare is carried out quietly, almost ‘under the radar’. It is frequently noted that the general public pays little attention to the maritime world—a kind of “sea blindness.” For many years, this meant that those providing welfare services to seafarers had to work even harder to explain their mission and to help people understand why seafarers and shipping are vital to everyday life.

In recent years, however, the essential role of shipping and the importance of seafarers’ welfare have received greater attention in news and public discussion. Below is a collection of media stories from across NAMMA’s region featuring the work of our members and partners. This list will be updated regularly as new coverage appears.

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