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Version 1.0 of these guidelines were withdrawn in February 2026 and replaced by Version 2.0, Crewing Agency Guidelines. These guidelines have been produced to help shipping companies choose reputable manning agencies and to ensure that seafarers are recruited in line with the requirements of the ILO Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC, 2006).
This first edition was withdrawn in April 2022 and replaced by the second edition. This document sets out principles for providing shore leave during the current Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
The 2021 Seafarer Workforce Report from BIMCO and the International Chamber of Shipping warns that the industry must significantly increase training and recruitment levels if it is to avoid a serious shortage in the total supply of officers by 2026.
Crew change crisis which swept the industry last year threatens to return, warns ICS chairman Esben Poulsson.
The Vaccination Roadmap framework will help countries establish vaccination hubs dedicated to seafarers across the world
Leading seafarer welfare charities and shipping industry players have launched an emergency relief fund to support seafarers and their families devastated by the rampant COVID-19 pandemic in India and other countries.
Shipowner representatives have expressed disappointment that talks to increase the minimum wage for seafarers at the International Labour Organization (ILO) have broken down
A round-up of key topics discussed at the Future Seafarer ICS Leadership Insights event, including COVID-19, technology, training and regulatory changes.
New COVID-19 information leaflet provides important vaccine information for seafarers and shipowners.
Leaders discuss the future of seafarers at the latest ICS Leadership Insights series