The World of the Seafarer

Part of the WMU Studies in Maritime Affairs series.

Published 2021

This open access book (9783030498252) constitutes an ethnographic mosaic which depicts the contextual complexities of the life and work of seafarers who are employed in the international merchant cargo fleet. The collection is based upon the observations and interviews of researchers in multiple disciplines. It is woven together to offer a richly detailed insight into the ways in which a complex global industry operates internationally. The book covers issues to do with career decisions and recruitment, gender, life and work on board multinational vessels, health and safety issues, the regulation of the industry, shipboard roles and role conflict, and the representation of workers. It will be of considerable interest to all students globally who are studying for professional seafaring qualifications, to graduate students studying for masters courses in ship and port management, and to welfare professionals and policy makers. It is of special interest to those connected to the shipping industry who specialize in issues relating to 'the human element' and will serve as a paradigm defining text in this area.

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Table of Content

Introduction

Going to Sea

A Taste of the Sea: Artisanal Fishing Communities in the Philippines

Recruiting and Managing Labour for the Global Shipping Industry in China

Can the UK Tonnage Tax Minimum Training Obligation Address Declining Cadet Recruitment and Training in the UK?

Careers at Sea: Exploring Seafarer Motivations and Aspirations

Women Seafarers: An Analysis of Barriers to Their Employment

Being at Sea

Transitions and Adjustments Made by Seafarers Whilst at Sea

The Rhythms of Shipboard Life: Work, Hierarchy, Occupational Culture and Multinational Crews

The Experience of Being a Filipino Seafarer on a Multinationally Crewed Ship

Environmental Management at Sea: What Being ‘Green’ Means for Seafarers

Safety Aboard Chinese Vessels

Multiple Roles and Role Conflict: Seafarers As Economic, Humanitarian and Security Actors

Support for Seafarers and Their Families

Union Organising in the Context of Regional Labour Market Decline: The Case of Nautilus International

Trade Union Representation in the Philippines

On-Line Support Groups for Families in China