The passenger vessel, the EMPRESS, Cordelia Cruise, carrying thousands of tourists en route to Lakshadweep, has been unexpectedly diverted to the Goa coast without prior notice to the passengers. This diversion occurred despite clear weather alerts issued by the IMD & DGS

If, DDG Crew (previous) branch, says service charges are considered essential or common across all sectors like aviation, port, IT, etc. then cancelling 75 RPSL licenses on the grounds of charging service fees appears contradictory and arbitrary. facebook.com/share/v/1LAKsK…

As part of the Seafarers’ Awareness Campaign,we have resolved to organize structured awareness & patriotic programs across MTIs. This initiative aims to guide aspiring seafarers, protect them from fraudulent recruitment practices, instill in them a strong sense of national pride.

The opening sitting of the 113th session of the International Labour Conference ( ILC) took place on the 2 June 2025 to elect the Conference President and Vice-Presidents. On behalf of workers of India as delegate Shri. B. Surendran (Org. Sec., BMS) represented in the meeting.

The DGS has issued a new draft circular in 2025 to stop fake or fraudulent entries in CDCs used by Indian seafarers.This step comes after several cases were found where sea service records were forged, falsely showing that seafarers had served on ships they never actually joined.

In coordination with Eurotech Maritime Academy,a Seafarers’Awareness &Tiranga Waves program was successfully conducted for inhouse cadets.The initiative aimed to educate aspiring seafarers about their rights, career opportunities,also instilling a sense of national pride & unity

On June 9, 2025, a major fire broke out on the Singapore -flagged container ship MV Wan Hai 503,approximately 78 nautical miles off Beypore, Kerala, following an under deck explosion.The vessel, en route from Colombo to Mumbai with 22 crews, was carrying around 650 containers.

Hundreds of Seafarers Stuck in Iran! While hundreds of seafarers recruited by RPSL and non‑RPSL agencies remain stranded in Iran, it’s comforting to know that the DGS and MEA are still in the dark — busy turning a blind eye instead of ensuring their safe return.

“Floating Jail” The SUI is gravely concerned by reports that many shipping companies are cutting back or providing very limited internet access to seafarers on board their ships often to the point where seafarers cannot communicate with their families in case of an emergency.

Two Kashmiri students injured in Israeli attack; 10k Indians to be evacuated from Iran. The MEA said it will safely evacuate stranded Indians in Iran amid the conflict with Israel. The Government of India is set to launch an operation to bring back its nationals safely.

Say NO to Fraud Maritime Institutes | DG Shipping Official Campaign This official awareness campaign by the Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India, is a critical call for all maritime aspirants and seafarers. “Beware of Fake Maritime Institutes – Choose Only

On 6th June 2025, the Sailors’ Union of India organized a Seafarers' Welfare Awareness and Tiranga Waves programme at Eurotech Academy, Kochi. The event was graced by Shri J. Senthil Kumar, Principal Officer of Mercantile Marine Department (MMD), Kochi; Shri R.P. Veettil,

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In light of the escalating Iran-Israel conflict,the SUI strongly demands the DGS& MEA,GoI to initiate immediate evacuation measures for Indian seafarers stranded in Iranian ports and waters. Ensuring the safety&swift repatriation of our seafarers must be treated as a top priority

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The Iranian parliament has unanimously reached the decision to close the Strait of Hormuz. The final decision rests with the Supreme National Security Council and the Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei.

SUI Seafarers' members onboard conducted friendly cricket matches under the banner of HPL – Hillah Premier League to unwind and relax from their hectic work schedules. #SUI #SeafarersWelfare #HillahPremierLeague #OnboardRecreation #SeafarersLife #BMS #TeamSpirit

Seafarers Beware! Online job scams are still active — fraud recruiters are targeting innocent seafarers with fake offers!👉Always verify job offers and company details, Do not pay any money for placement or joining👉Check 👉RPSL number and DGS approvals before accepting.

Synopsis The Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), India's Public Sector Shipyard, has announced a "proposed acquisition" of a controlling stake in Sri Lanka's largest and most established shipyard, Colombo Dockyard PLC (CDPLC) valued at up to USD 52.96 million.

BMS has succeeded in drawing attention to concerns of Indian international workers and students at ILO. thehindu.com/news/cities/Vi…