ISWAN launches vaccination drive for Indian seafarers In response to the second wave of COVID-19 in India, the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) has launched a ‘Vaccination Drive…
ISWAN welcomes new Chief Executive Officer The International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) is delighted to welcome Simon Grainge as its next Chief Executive Officer. Simon takes on the…
New research highlights benefits of regular social interaction on board and common obstacles to overcome Regular social interaction on board benefits overall crew wellbeing, reduces isolation and stress and helps…
Seafarer Happiness Is Key to Success by Steven Jones, Partner at McWatt and Jones In all the hubbub of the London International Shipping Week, there was an announcement made at…
ISWAN is excited to announce the launch of our 2017 Photo Competition for seafarers. We are inviting all seafarers to submit photos of a typical day in seafaring life, including…
SeafarerHelp is the 24 hour multilingual helpline for seafarers run by the International Seafarers Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN). 2015 was a busy year for the SeafarerHelp team, with a…
11th February 2016 – The International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network is delighted to announce the judging panels for The International Seafarers’ Welfare Awards 2016. For the first time, there…
The 2015 International Seafarers’ Welfare Awards – showcasing excellence in the provision of seafarers’ welfare – will take place on 9th June at the International Maritime Organisation in London. The shortlists for…
A new website designed to encourage the formation of port welfare boards around the world to provide a welcome to visiting seafarers has been launched today by the UK based…