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Steps to be taken for the future of the maritime industry
The maritime sector is one of the most important building blocks of the world economy.
But what really makes a sector strong is not only technology, but also the protection of the rights of those working in that sector, the security of their lives and the creation of a sustainable working environment.
Today, the challenges we face in the maritime sector stem not only from the nature of the work, but also from deeper, social and structural problems.
In order to solve these problems and build the sector on stronger foundations, we must all act together and join forces.
Everything Starts Here
The maritime industry faces more challenges than any other industry.
The arduous sea journeys, being away from family, harsh working conditions and long shifts… These are just a few examples.
However, all of these challenges are indicative of a system in which a seafarer’s labor is not sufficiently valued.
Every seafarer is entitled to basic rights such as fair wages, safe working conditions and the right to life.
Protecting these rights not only ensures the well-being of workers, but also ensures the sustainability of the sector.
What Should Be Done?
• Forming a union force is the most important step to defend the rights of employees.
By establishing a strong union structure among employees in the maritime sector, the voice of each employee should be heard and their rights should be defended.
• International standards should be established and global cooperation should be established to ensure the same working conditions on all ships. Inspections on occupational safety and health of seafarers should be increased and access to modern health services should be provided.
• Legal regulations regarding working hours and rest rights should be reviewed and every seafarer should be given sufficient rest time.
Sailing to Power from the Deep Sea
With the developing technology, the maritime sector is also changing rapidly.
Innovative ship technologies, digitalization and sustainability requirements require seafarers to constantly develop and adapt.
However, employees in the sector often lack the training and resources necessary to keep up with these innovations.
Education should be a process that develops not only technical knowledge but also human values and leadership skills.
• Advanced training programs should be created. Seafarers should be trained not only in technical subjects such as ship management and navigation, but also in human skills such as leadership, communication and crisis management.
• Career development programs should be organized. Opportunities should be provided for seafarers to advance their careers, and their potential should be fully realized.
• Technological training should be expanded, and seafarers should be informed about new technologies. In this way, they can adapt more quickly to innovations in the sector.
The maritime sector is not just a profession, it is a way of life. However, it is very difficult to overcome the problems in this sector with individual efforts alone.
Solidarity is the power of a society and a sector. When seafarers, employers, the state, unions and other stakeholders act together, steps are taken to move the sector forward.
Strengthening together means defending not only individual rights but also the interests of the entire sector.
What Should Be Done?
• Intersectoral cooperation should be strengthened. A continuous dialogue environment should be created between employers, seafarers and unions, and all stakeholders should be ensured to act in line with their common interests.
• Seafarers’ rights should be defended on national and international platforms, and discussions should be initiated on deficiencies in maritime policies.
• Social responsibility projects should be created, and social projects that will contribute to the education, health and living standards of seafarers should be implemented.
Assurance of Life
The challenges faced by seafarers are not only physical, but also psychological.
Factors such as long journeys, being away from families, isolation, and heavy workload can negatively affect seafarers’ mental health.
Psychological support, social security, and valuing people will increase the strength of not only seafarers, but the entire sector.
What Should Be Done?
• Psychological support lines should be established, and seafarers should be able to receive professional help when they need it.
• Social security policies should be strengthened, and seafarers’ rights should be secured in cases such as retirement, illness and accident.
• Family support programs should be established, and various opportunities should be provided for seafarers to spend more quality time with their families.
Let’s Build a Strong Future to Rise Together.
The maritime sector is not only an economic activity, but also a culture and a way of life.
Every employee in this sector is the most important carrier in the world.
However, while carrying this responsibility, each seafarer must have the living conditions they deserve.
A strong sector means a strong society.
Together, we must fight for the rights, safety and welfare of seafarers, and take steps to improve the lives of every individual in the sector.
By growing stronger together, we can set sail for a brighter future with solidarity that transcends the seas.
Each step we take will make the maritime sector stronger and more sustainable, and will give hope to us and future generations.
Let’s move forward on this journey together.
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