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The European Community Shipowners’ Associations (ECSA)
and the European Transport Workers Federation (ETF), the European social
partners for maritime transport, join forces to launch today 12 July the ‘Seafarers Go Digital’ initiative.
‘Seafarers Go
Digital’ is a mutual commitment of ECSA and ETF seeking to identify and address
the challenges of digitalisation for shipping and seafarers.
The
initiative recognises the need to adapt international regulations, training
programmes and operational practices so that digital technologies are embraced
while the employment rights and well-being of seafarers are safeguarded. The initiative raises awareness on key areas such as
onboard digitalisation, cybersecurity, internet access onboard,
e-certification, digital skills and attractiveness of the maritime profession
and puts forward policy recommendations for further cooperation between the
industry and the unions, the policymakers, and relevant stakeholders.
“Supporting
shipping and seafarers in the digital transition is a key priority for European
Shipowners. We need to ensure that
seafarers are upskilled and reskilled to work safely with the new digital tools
and technologies. Digitalisation can help make the profession more attractive
and more diverse, offering career opportunities onboard and ashore and
enhancing the participation of women and underrepresented groups” said Sotiris
Raptis, ECSA Secretary General.
“The ‘Seafarers Go Digital’ initiative responds to the
need of preparing the maritime professionals for the digital age. Having in
mind the need to safeguarding the rights, welfare and safety of seafarers,we want to promote a fair and inclusive
digital transition. Digitalisation can be an opportunity and help improve
the attractiveness of the maritime professions. Through this initiative, we
commit to working together to benefit the most from the digital transition
while mitigating its risks and contributing to a sustainable and attractive
future for seafarers” said Livia Spera, ETF Secretary General.
