Tug-of-War At The IMO: Proposed Maritime Levy Faces Backlash
The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) is considering the introduction of a levy on shipping companies that fail to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) is considering the introduction of a levy on shipping companies that fail to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Photo: 123RF The Seafarers Welfare Board has been providing counselling, access to books, the internet and toll calls to seafarers for years. Running off charity donations a law change will see part of the Maritime Levy go towards the board which operates in 11 ports around the country. Transport Minister Michael Wood said some crew members had been at sea for 18 months with little to no contact with their families, so onshore support was vital. "The board ensured Wi-Fi units were made available for ships calling at New Zealand ports, this gives seafarers the chance to connect with their fami...