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ISWAN in India partners with MASSA to expand shore staff wellbeing training

4 May 2026

1 min read

ISWAN India Association has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Maritime Association of Shipowners, Ship Managers and Agents (MASSA) to bring the "Together in Care" Shore Staff Wellbeing Workshop to more maritime professionals across India.

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ISWAN at the IMO: Bringing seafarers’ lived experience into global policy

28 April 2026

4 min read

Since achieving consultative status, ISWAN has been actively engaging at the IMO to amplify seafarers’ voices in global decision‑making.

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Member of the Month: UK P&I Club

15 April 2026

3 min read

We spoke to Sophia Grant, the Programme Director for Crew Health, about why crew welfare is important to the UK P&I Club.

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Yachting industry reacts to crew helpline trends

13 April 2026

6 min read

Ahead of the publication of ISWAN’s 2025 data from our helpline YachtCrewHelp, we asked experts across the yachting industry to share their thoughts on the trends seen in the previous year.

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Coping with conflict: A guide for seafarers and their families

13 March 2026

6 min read

When geopolitical conflict affects seafarers and their families, the emotional toll can be enormous. From managing stress and anxiety at sea to supporting loved ones waiting at home, this guide walks you through what you can do to protect your mental health and wellbeing during uncertain times.

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ISWAN publishes 2024-25 Annual Review: A year of growing demand, expanding impact and seafarer-centred change

5 March 2026

2 min read

Looking back on our year supporting seafarers and their families around the world.

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ISWAN launches landmark new Social Interaction Matters research across cruise, superyachts and commercial shipping

29 January 2026

6 min read

The International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) has published Phase Three of its Social Interaction Matters (SIM) Project, presenting foundational research into the role of social interaction in shaping seafarers’ wellbeing across commercial shipping, cruise ships, and superyachts.

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ISWAN granted consultative status at the International Maritime Organization

22 January 2026

2 min read

This recognition marks a significant milestone in ISWAN’s mission to champion the health, wellbeing and safety of seafarers worldwide.

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Attract, Retain, Sustain: Putting seafarers and families at the centre

Attract, Retain, Sustain: Putting seafarers and families at the centre

19 December 2025

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The ISWAN - India Seminar 2025, held on 17th December in Mumbai, brought together seafarers, cadets, ratings, families, industry leaders, government representatives, training institutes, and welfare organisations to explore practical ways to strengthen wellbeing and improve retention across the maritime sector.

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Lloyd’s Register and ISWAN partner to put crew wellbeing at the core of yacht industry safety

24 November 2025

2 min read

This collaboration aims to reshape culture across the superyacht sector by placing crew wellbeing at its centre.

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