As part of our ongoing efforts to foster greater equity, diversity and inclusion within the maritime space, NeurodiversAtSea, the Seafarers Hospital Society and The Seafarers’ Charity are delighted to announce the launch of an industry-first project to provide tailored support to neurodivergent seafarers. The project builds upon research conducted by NeurodiversAtSea which identified a lack … Continued

The UK-based maritime charity will supply the Port of Tilbury and the London InternationalCruise Terminal with discrete kits containing feminine hygiene products to freely distributeto women seafarers in need. London, 27 August 2024: The Seafarers’ Hospital Society (SHS), a maritime charitydedicated to meeting the health and welfare needs of all seafarers working in the UK,has … Continued

The Seafarers Hospital Society will convene a panel of key industry stakeholders for a wide ranging discussion on potential intersections between decarbonisation, crewing strategies and seafarer welfare.  The Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS) will host a virtual panel discussion on the opportunity for synergy between decarbonisation and crew welfare improvements en route to Net Zero at … Continued

The Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS) Defibrillator Project has been recognised by the Liverpool Shipwreck & Humane Society for its ongoing scheme to award people who save lives at sea and ashore. A certificate of commendation has been awarded to SHS, who launched the project in May 2023 and will provide and install 20 defibrillators in … Continued

The Seafarers Hospital Society has launched a free Seafarer Health Consultation Guide to assist interactions between seafarers and health professionals with the aim of improving healthcare outcomes and meeting the unique needs of seafarers. Seafarers often work for long periods without access to normal healthcare provisions while being required to meet internationally agreed-upon medical fitness … Continued

The Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS) will provide and install 20 defibrillators in ports and seafarer centres across the UK as part of its ongoing health outreach programme. The project is aimed at preventing heart-related fatalities and received funding from the Department for Transport via the Merchant Navy Welfare Board. Having identified a growing prevalence of … Continued