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A collection of free resources to help you raise funds and share the work we do
About our charity
The Mission to Seafarers provides help to the 1.89 million people who face danger every day to keep our global economy afloat.
What is a seafarer
Support for anyone working in the seafaring industry
Our impact
Providing help for seafarers in over 200 ports around the world.
Our issues
Multiple issues effect Seafarers everyday, learn how we help
Our people
Learn more about the staff that make change happen
Careers
Impacts on the lives of people across the world
Publications
Explore our latest publications, reports, and stories showcasing the impact of our work.
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About our charity
The Mission to Seafarers provides help to the 1.89 million people who face danger every day to keep our global economy afloat.
What is a seafarer
Support for anyone working in the seafaring industry
Our impact
Providing help for seafarers in over 200 ports around the world.
Our issues
Multiple issues effect Seafarers everyday, learn how we help
Our people
Learn more about the staff that make change happen
Careers
Impacts on the lives of people across the world
Publications
Explore our latest publications, reports, and stories showcasing the impact of our work.
Where can I get help?
We are here for you 24/7
Download our app
The first digital seafarers’ centre in your pocket.
Find a port
We’re located in over 200 ports in 50 different countries
Family network
Learn more about the community we’re building for seafarers’ families
The Sea
The latest maritime news and safety information for seafarers.
WeCare
An initiative designed to improve the mental health and wellbeing of seafarers
Training
We have a range of e-learning for seafarers and their families
Seafarers happiness index
A platform for seafarers to share their views and be a catalyst for change
Contact our Chaplaincy team
Support for anyone working in the seafaring industry
Back
Where can I get help?
We are here for you 24/7
Download our app
The first digital seafarers’ centre in your pocket
Find a port
We’re located in over 200 ports in 50 different countries
Family network
Learn more about the community we’re building for seafarers’ families
The Sea
The latest maritime news and safety information for seafarers.
WeCare
An initiative designed to improve the mental health and wellbeing of seafarers
Training
We have a range of e-learning for seafarers and their families
Seafarers happiness index
A platform for seafarers to share their views and be a catalyst for change
Contact our Chaplaincy team
Support for anyone working in the seafaring industry
Make a donation
With your help we can be there for everyone that needs us
Events
Learn more about our global programme of events
Legacy and in memory
Support us with a legacy gift, or give in memory of someone special.
Resources
A collection of free resources to help you raise funds and share the work we do
Fundraising
Based in over 200 ports across 85 countries
Volunteering
Based in over 200 ports across 85 countries
School resources
Based in over 200 ports across 85 countries
Knitting
The Mission is on call providing help for seafarers in over 200 ports around the world.
Back
Make a donation
With your help we can be there for everyone that needs us
Events
Learn more about our global programme of events
Legacy and in memory
Support us with a legacy gift, or give in memory of someone special.
Resources
A collection of free resources to help you raise funds and share the work we do
Fundraising
Based in over 200 ports across 85 countries
Volunteering
Based in over 200 ports across 85 countries
School resources
Based in over 200 ports across 85 countries
Knitting
The Mission is on call providing help for seafarers in over 200 ports around the world.
Hanjin Shipping, the South Korean shipping giant and the world’s seventh-largest container line, filed for receivership last month, putting thousands of seafarering jobs at risk. Some port authorities are refusing entry, as the ships could be arrested on arrival, with the financial situation at such a critical stage and the while funds to unload the ships remain in doubt.
Ken Peters, Director of Justice and Public Affairs, The Mission to Seafarers, said: “Today we have written a letter offering our support to Hanjin Shipping and their seafarers. If the ships continue to be blocked from entering port, there could be a welfare crisis for these seafarers, as vessels will quickly run out of food, fuel and essential provisions. Seafarers will be very anxious and their families at home will be concerned and distressed. The Mission to Seafarers has now issued a global alert to all our 200 port welfare teams to be ready to assist Hanjin seafarers when they come into port. We have also asked Hanjin to publish the global Seafarer Helpline details to all their crewing agencies, so that should seafarers have an emergency, they can quickly find help.”
Simon Ro, Port Chaplain Busan South Korea (photo above), The Mission to Seafarers, said: “We have Hanjin vessels currently waiting at Busan port. Our ‘Flying Angels’ ship-visiting group, which is made up of 10 volunteers from the Korea Maritime and Ocean University (KMOU), have been visiting on board. They report that seafarers are worried about their wages and are concerned that there have been calls from some officials for the crews to be sent home. They have also told me that there is concern about shortages of supplies on board.”
SeafarerHelp
You can find out more about Seafarer Help, which offers seafarers 24/7 assistance, 365 days per year here:
Seafarers can speak to SeafarerHelp toll free on 00 800 7323 2737. There are also options to live chat, SMS, Skype, email and request a call back.
If you are a seafarer looking for help, then please contact your nearest chaplain or read our support pages.
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