The June 2025 welcome message from the AMWS Chairman,
Mr David Parmeter
Mr David Parmeter
Hello everyone, and welcome to the June 2025 edition of the AMWS newsletter.
There are a number of interesting and important articles in this months newsletter which I encourage you to read.
In the Beacon section you will see a description of Crew Welfare Week, a virtual, online conference running next week from 24th to 26th Jun, organised by Safety4Sea. This is an important forum for examining the well-being of seafarers and addressing the challenges they face.
Critical concerns such as reliable onboard internet access remain central to supporting mental health and reducing isolation. But the scope of welfare extends further, encompassing long working hours, limited healthcare access, physical fatigue, and emotional strain. A comprehensive, industry-wide approach to rest, nutrition, exercise, and mental health support is essential. Additionally, seafarers continue to face broader issues such as unjust detention, illegal recruitment, and the need for new training in emerging technologies and fuels.
AMWS members and supporters are encouraged to participate in these important discussions by registering via the link provided. And if I may declare an interest, I will be a participant in the Industry Stakeholders Panel Discussion on Day 2, highlighting key issues and developments in seafarer welfare from an Australian perspective. This session will be streamed on the evening of 25 June.
I trust you will enjoy this edition of the newsletter.
There are a number of interesting and important articles in this months newsletter which I encourage you to read.
In the Beacon section you will see a description of Crew Welfare Week, a virtual, online conference running next week from 24th to 26th Jun, organised by Safety4Sea. This is an important forum for examining the well-being of seafarers and addressing the challenges they face.
Critical concerns such as reliable onboard internet access remain central to supporting mental health and reducing isolation. But the scope of welfare extends further, encompassing long working hours, limited healthcare access, physical fatigue, and emotional strain. A comprehensive, industry-wide approach to rest, nutrition, exercise, and mental health support is essential. Additionally, seafarers continue to face broader issues such as unjust detention, illegal recruitment, and the need for new training in emerging technologies and fuels.
AMWS members and supporters are encouraged to participate in these important discussions by registering via the link provided. And if I may declare an interest, I will be a participant in the Industry Stakeholders Panel Discussion on Day 2, highlighting key issues and developments in seafarer welfare from an Australian perspective. This session will be streamed on the evening of 25 June.
I trust you will enjoy this edition of the newsletter.
