What keeps capitalism afloat? The global ocean has through the centuries served as a trade
route, strategic space, fish bank and supply chain for the modern capitalist economy. While …

This research has sought to provide fresh insight into the issue of seafarers' mental ill health.
Existing studies have been hampered by the difficulties associated with accessing sufficient …

In recent years mental health has been identified as a significant issue for the global
workforce. In the shipping industry charities and insurance companies have raised concerns …

During the shipping market boom in the 2000s, China adopted initiatives to expand its
maritime education and training (MET) capacity, which significantly increased the supply of …

The COVID‐19 pandemic has changed the world of work. But global trade is still recognized
as an essential area of business, and maritime transport, being an engine of globalization …

Physically and mentally healthy seafarers with professional knowledge and skills are
needed for maritime transportation to be safe and sustainable. Mental problems …

The COVID-19 outbreak has changed the world of work. But global trade is still recognized
as an essential business, and maritime transport as an engine of globalization cannot be …

This book sheds light on the nature and causes of the issues and challenges in human
resources in shipping and proposes fresh recommendations to manage them. It explains the …

Purpose Workplace bullying has severe negative consequences for the well-being of
targeted employees. Previous research suggests that social support may buffer against such …

During the COVID-19 pandemic the UK Government designated seafarers as keyworkers.
This article explores their experiences in an industry operating under international …