STCW & STCW-F: What’s New for Seafarers? Mandatory Training on Preventing Violence, Harassment, Bullying & Assault at Sea
In May 2024, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) adopted major amendments to the STCW Code and the STCW-F Convention—two cornerstone instruments governing training and certification for merchant ships and fishing vessels. These updates introduce crucial new standards aimed at building safer and more respectful workplaces at sea. The highlight of these revisions is the introduction…