The Global Seafarer

Author : T. Alderton,Seafarers International Research Centre,International Labour Office
Publisher : International Labour Organization
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9221127133

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The Global Seafarer by T. Alderton,Seafarers International Research Centre,International Labour Office Pdf

This volume offers a systematic account of the effects of globalization on the shipping industry and seafarers' lives. The seafarers' labor market is changing rapidly and this study discusses the challenges encountered in recruitment practices, trade unions, and collective bargaining, as well as training, certification, and fraudulent certification. Wages, contracts, and tours of duty are also investigated, and the book includes in-depth treatment of seafarer safety and hazard exposure. Innovations such as automated engine rooms and the global maritime distress and safety system, the internationalization of ship registrations, multinational crewing and reductions in crewing levels, and the rise in ship management companies have had a profound effect on seafarers' living and working conditions. This perceptive book examines these and future issues for regulation and enforcement.

Author : Victor Oyaro Gekara,Helen Sampson
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2020-12-03
Category : Law
ISBN : 9783030498252

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The World of the Seafarer by Victor Oyaro Gekara,Helen Sampson Pdf

This open access book constitutes an ethnographic mosaic which depicts the contextual complexities of the life and work of seafarers who are employed in the international merchant cargo fleet. The collection is based upon the observations and interviews of researchers in multiple disciplines. It is woven together to offer a richly detailed insight into the ways in which a complex global industry operates internationally. The book covers issues to do with career decisions and recruitment, gender, life and work on board multinational vessels, health and safety issues, the regulation of the industry, shipboard roles and role conflict, and the representation of workers. It will be of considerable interest to all students globally who are studying for professional seafaring qualifications, to graduate students studying for masters courses in ship and port management, and to welfare professionals and policy makers. It is of special interest to those connected to the shipping industry who specialize in issues relating to 'the human element' and will serve as a paradigm defining text in this area.

Author : Victor Oyaro Gekara,Helen Sampson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 3030498263

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The World of the Seafarer by Victor Oyaro Gekara,Helen Sampson Pdf

This open access book constitutes an ethnographic mosaic which depicts the contextual complexities of the life and work of seafarers who are employed in the international merchant cargo fleet. The collection is based upon the observations and interviews of researchers in multiple disciplines. It is woven together to offer a richly detailed insight into the ways in which a complex global industry operates internationally. The book covers issues to do with career decisions and recruitment, gender, life and work on board multinational vessels, health and safety issues, the regulation of the industry, shipboard roles and role conflict, and the representation of workers. It will be of considerable interest to all students globally who are studying for professional seafaring qualifications, to graduate students studying for masters courses in ship and port management, and to welfare professionals and policy makers. It is of special interest to those connected to the shipping industry who specialize in issues relating to 'the human element' and will serve as a paradigm defining text in this area.

Author : Desislava Nikolaeva Dimitrova,Roger Blanpain
Publisher : Kluwer Law International B.V.
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2010-01-01
Category : Law
ISBN : 9789041133496

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Seafarers' Rights in the Globalized Maritime Industry by Desislava Nikolaeva Dimitrova,Roger Blanpain Pdf

The enormous technological, financial, and structural changes of recent decades have revolutionized the international shipping industry, bringing about lower freight rates, shorter time in port and fast turnarounds, reduction in crew size, employment of cheap labour from developing countries, avoidance of national regulations and taxes, and diminished living and working standards on board. Exploitation of seafarers has always existed, but now it has become more common and frequent. Shipowners can cut costs in various ways, but the most profitable and easiest to achieve are those at the expense of labour costs, in particular costs for maintaining proper living conditions on board the ship. This bulletin examines in detail the structure of the shipping industry, focusing on problems concerning the working and living conditions of seafarers on board merchant ships serving the global sea transport system. Exploring all levels of maritime policymaking on a global and European level, the author analyses seafarers' rights in the light of international enforcement mechanisms and particularly in the light of the recent ILO Maritime Labour Convention. He also considers relevant case law, as well as advisory opinions and policy statements from various pertinent agencies, especially in the EU context.. Among the issues raised and discussed in depth in relation to their effect on seafarers' labour standards are the following: * ship manning companies; * illicit crewing agencies; * flags of convenience; * hours of work and rest; * wages; * occupational health and safety; * accommodation, food, water, and catering; * recreational facilities; * filing of grievance; and * port controls. The author shows that, expansion and progress of the maritime industry notwithstanding, there is a great need for effective enforcement mechanisms in this area. This is the first detailed analysis to connect the working and living conditions of seafarers with international, supranational, and national maritime legislation. A giant step towards establishing a global monitoring system to enforce international maritime conventions regarding seafarers' labour standards, it is sure to make an important contribution to both international labour and employment law and the law of the sea.

Author : WITHERBY PUBLISHING GROUP.
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Merchant mariners
ISBN : 1856099938

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Seafarer Workforce Report by WITHERBY PUBLISHING GROUP. Pdf

Author : Iliana Christodoulou-Varotsi,Dmitry A. Pentsov
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 823 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2007-10-31
Category : Law
ISBN : 9783540727514

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Maritime Work Law Fundamentals: Responsible Shipowners, Reliable Seafarers by Iliana Christodoulou-Varotsi,Dmitry A. Pentsov Pdf

The importance of international maritime labour law - both as a component of - ternational maritime law, and in socio-political and economic terms - has been recognised by the IMO International Maritime Law Institute for a number of years. Indeed, the Institute has annually organised a course on maritime labour law with the participation of inter alia the International Maritime Organization, the - ternational Labour Organization, the International Transport Workers’ Federation, and the German Shipowners’ Association. It was therefore a great pleasure when the authors invited me to introduce their forthcoming monograph on Maritime Work Law Fundamentals: Responsible S- powners Reliable Seafarers. As the title suggests, a fundamental challenge of this branch of international maritime law is to achieve a balance between the interests of the two main stakeholders. Institutionally, the effort to achieve this balance dates back a number of decades with its genesis mainly found in the work of the International Labour Organization. It has to be said that whilst this effort achieved great progress, it has led to a haphazard, plethora of legal instruments.

Author : Christine B.N. Chin
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 223 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2016-12-05
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781351947176

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Cruising in the Global Economy by Christine B.N. Chin Pdf

The business of cruise tourism in recent years has commanded news media attention especially on issues of environmental pollution, passenger safety and worker rights, yet consumer interest in cruise vacations has not been adversely affected by negative publicity and it continues to grow at an average of 8-9% per annum. This unique mode of business focusing on the production and consumption of pleasure at sea and on land offers us an unprecedented opportunity to analyze the manner in which ongoing economic restructuring processes to bring about free markets in goods, services and labour can and does involve both life on land and at sea. This interdisciplinary analysis elicits an examination of states' relationship to the maritime regulatory structure governing ship ownership, management and operations, cruise lines' business strategies, development of port communities to capture cruise-related revenue, changing leisure consumption patterns and meanings, and the employment of foreign migrant workers as seafarers.

Author : International Labour Organisation. Joint Maritime Commission
Publisher : International Labour Organization
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Transportation
ISBN : STANFORD:36105110669905

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The Impact on Seafarers' Living and Working Conditions of Changes in the Structure of the Shipping Industry by International Labour Organisation. Joint Maritime Commission Pdf

This report is divided into four parts. It begins with an examination of some of the main changes which have occurred in world shipping and which have influenced the labour market and conditions of work and life of seafarers. It then examines some aspects of the labour market for seafarers as well as a number of changes which have had an impact on conditions of work. Another chapter reviews the current conditions of work and life in the shipping industry, concerning wages, hours of work, food, accommodation and welfare as well as certain issues such as gender and abandonment of seafarers, with particular emphasis on shipboard conditions. The report concludes with a summary and a list of suggested points for discussion.

Author : International Labour Office,Seafarers International Research Centre
Publisher : International Labour Organization
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9221134911

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Women Seafarers by International Labour Office,Seafarers International Research Centre Pdf

This book focuses on contemporary women seafarers at a global level. It looks at issues surrounding the working conditions and welfare of women, from both developed and developing countries, employed aboard the world's merchant and passenger ships. Using research commissioned by the ILO, the book considers women's participation levels in the industry, and examines policies concerning their recruitment, training, maternity and employment rights, and other aspects of work and life at sea. It also gives first-hand accounts from women seafarers describing how they have dealt with discrimination, sexual harassment, parental disapproval and an array of other difficulties.The study examines the practices and policies of national and international regulatory agencies, employers, trade unions, and maritime education institutions. A series of recommendations that may further help the integration of women into shipboard communities is included.

Author : A. D. Couper
Publisher : Pluto Press (UK)
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Political Science
ISBN : UOM:39015042870736

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Voyages of Abuse by A. D. Couper Pdf

'Voyages of Abuse is a most useful and much needed addition to the ocean literature ... The book is extremely well written and painstakingly documented ... The detailed case histories will shake some consciences.' Elisabeth Mann Borgese, Founder and Honorary Chair for Life, International Ocean Institute, Malta'This book is a fine contribution to the ongoing debate about global governance in shipping and will doubtless help in persuading those who remain opposed to the notion that with flag state rights come flag state responsibilities.' David Cockroft, ITF General Secretary'Professor Couper is well known in maritime circles for his passion and commitment for the welfare of the men and women of the sea. This book is a valuable addition to the cause of seafarers and their human rights. I warmly recommend it to all those who have the wellbeing of the shipping industry at heart.' Rev Jacques Harel, General Secretary, International Christian Maritime AssociationVoyages of Abuse details the deplorable conditions that exist in a minority sector of international shipping operating mainly, although not exclusively, under flags of convenience. In a horrific account of human rights abuses that would be little tolerated in the countries of the shipowners, the authors demonstrate that governments often pay little attention to cases of robbery, abandonment, deprivation and even death perpetrated by these shipowners or on vessels bearing their national flag. The financial and shipping institutions that support substandard shipowners are also prepared to ignore the plight of the individual seafarer serving on the ships under their tenure.The authors draw on case studies to illustrate the issues, including a perspective on Adriatic Tanker Company of Greece and examples of incompetent management and the reckless finance provisions in merchant shipping. The authors also examine the plight of seafarers' families, who are particularly vulnerable, and the legal rights of abused and abandoned seafarers. They conclude by arguing for a global governance of shipping.

Author : Janet Morrison
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 657 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2023-03-09
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781350321762

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The Global Business Environment by Janet Morrison Pdf

This text challenges students to think critically about global issues that affect the business environment and provides them with a wealth of pedagogical features that help cement learning. Its coverage includes the economic, political, social, legal, cultural, technological and financial environments. The book is truly global in coverage, with case studies and examples from all over the world, including Afghanistan, China, Sweden and Thailand. It also has a strong focus on ethics, responsibilities and sustainability and what this means for business organizations. Janet Morrison's writing style makes difficult concepts easy to understand and its clarity makes it suitable for students with English as a second language. New to this edition: - The theme of uncertainty in global contexts, examining how best to assess and confront the challenges of uncertainties and risks in the differing dimensions of the business environment - A chapter on the worldwide pandemic and the global business environment - Increased coverage of FDI, industrial policy and global communication - New coverage relating to race relations and decolonising the curriculum - 10 new cases, making a total of 52 cases, with all other cases fully updated - A brand new decision-making feature linked to some of the cases studies

Author : Pengfei Zhang
Publisher : Springer
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2016-09-15
Category : Law
ISBN : 9783319436203

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Seafarers’ Rights in China by Pengfei Zhang Pdf

This book critically investigates the conditions of seafarers’ rights in China in legislation and in practice, focusing in particular on the restructuring process following the 2006 Maritime Labour Convention. Accordingly, it poses key research questions to major Chinese stakeholders to gauge their responses to the Convention, to determine whether the protection of Chinese seafarers has actually improved since the advent of the Convention, and further, to identify the continuing challenges for future improvement. The Convention will enter into force in China in November 2016, bringing with it significant changes.

Author : Martin Otto
Publisher : BookRix
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2020-05-19
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9783748741961

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The Seafarer's Mind by Martin Otto Pdf

The Seafarer’s Mind is a wonderful resource for seafarers. The book is rich in narrative and case studies and covers a wide range of issues and challenges facing sailors on the high seas. A hard hitting account which unpacks the realities of a modern version of indentured labour, the author provides hope in the often harsh world of seafaring. This is a practical guide to living in isolating and confined situations where temptations abound and moral compasses are often abandoned. Martin Otto is the world’s leader in serving seafarers through his international mission work. He is to be commended for being God’s advocate in such an insightful, humble and practical manner. This book will become a widely read text and is sure to become a key reference for all seafarers seeking to live a Godly life in an often harsh and unforgiving environment. I recommend it wholeheartedly. Professor Ross Dowling AM Global Cruise Ship Lecturer Perth, Australia

Author : D. Walters,N. Bailey
Publisher : Springer
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2013-09-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781137357298

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Lives in Peril by D. Walters,N. Bailey Pdf

Lives in Peril demonstrates how and why seafarers are a vulnerable group of workers. It argues they are made so by the organisation and structure of their employment; the prioritisation of profit over safety by the actors that engage and control their labour; the limits of enforcement of the regulatory framework that is in place to protect them; and by their weakness as collective actors in relation to capital. The consequences of this vulnerability are seen in data on their occupationally-related morbidity and mortality - evidence that probably only represents a partial picture of the actual extent of the physical, mental and emotional harm resulting from work at sea. This volume's central argument is that this situation is likely to remain broadly unchanged as long as global maritime governance and regulation remains in thrall to the neo-liberal economic and political arguments that drive globalisation, and fails to enforce regulatory standards more robustly.

Author : Marco-Lajara, Bartolomé,Co?kun Özer, Ahu,Martínez Falcó, Javier
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 325 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2022-11-18
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781668459515

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The Transformation of Global Trade in a New World by Marco-Lajara, Bartolomé,Co?kun Özer, Ahu,Martínez Falcó, Javier Pdf

The COVID-19 pandemic has adversely affected global trade. While factories have stopped production worldwide due to COVID-19, global trade has also been adversely affected by the pandemic. The international trade of the world’s top exporting countries has begun to decline. Although it is too early to judge the impact of the pandemic on world trade, as the virus has not yet been eradicated, research into the cause-effect relationship between these two phenomena is necessary to understand the magnitude of its impact as well as possible solutions to the problem. The Transformation of Global Trade in a New World provides relevant theoretical frameworks and the latest findings in the field of international business and internationalization. It addresses the asymmetric impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on international trade and the methods of entry into foreign markets together with the future prospects of global trade in an era of globalization. Covering topics such as economic crisis, green finance, and labor force sustainability, this premier reference source is an excellent resource for business leaders and executives, economists, logistics professionals, sociologists, students and faculty of higher education, librarians, researchers, and academicians.