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Here for all crew: New campaign highlights support for yacht crew

ISWAN launches new global awareness campaign to spotlight its confidential 24/7 helpline, YachtCrewHelp.

TALKING POINT: Beyond training for decarbonisation: What seafarers say truly matters in social sustainability

Alina Prylipko discusses whether the shipping industry’s social sustainability actions are truly informed by seafarers’ needs and priorities, and shares some fascinating insights from her PhD research with the World Maritime University.

The Directorate General of Shipping India and ISWAN sign MoU to strengthen the welfare and holistic wellbeing of Indian seafarers and their families

From Third Engineer to Full-Time Mom

After seven years at sea, Gehlee* made the difficult choice in 2022 to leave her maritime career and become a full-time mother. She never imagined that decision would become even more meaningful when, in 2025, her son was diagnosed with a life-threatening condition—and ISWAN became a source of strength and support.

Helpline sees increase in more serious and complex issues from yacht crew

ISWAN has shared insights into the issues facing yacht crew in its Welfare of Yacht Crew 2024 Annual Review.

Member of the Month: NauticALL

Our featured ISWAN member for July is NauticALL.

Trailblazing superyacht management company launches crew helpline with ISWAN

Hill Robinson has become the first yacht management company to partner with ISWAN to provide 24/7 confidential emotional support for crew members.

TALKING POINT: Behind the helpline

One of ISWAN's helpline officers shares what it’s like to be the first port of call when a seafarer or family member needs support or assistance.

New guidance puts seafarers at centre of decarbonisation

Driven by the findings of an industry-wide survey last year, we have produced a guide providing practical ways to support seafarers’ wellbeing during the zero-carbon transition.

TALKING POINT: The overlooked experts – Designing yachts with the end user in mind

Meeli Lepik, founder and chief consultant of Holistic Yacht Interiors, discusses why it is essential to factor the needs and welfare of crew into the yacht design process.