THE global Christian welfare charity serving merchant crews around the world, the Mission to Seafarers, has raised over GBP465,000 (US$595,007) for its ongoing Sustaining Crew Welfare Campaign, thanks to the generosity of donors from across the maritime industry.
Ocean Network Express and X-Press Feeders Ltd doubled their previous donations to GBP60,000 each, recognising the need for immediate support and call for others to join the cause, in addition to Taylor Maritime Investments which has come onboard as a Silver sponsor.
'Covid-19 is still negatively impacting seafarers, particularly for those crews who are unable to access shore leave owing to in-port restrictions or company policy,' the Mission said in a statement.
The fund provides crucial support for the Mission's 200 ports, delivering targeted support in those locations where the need is greatest. From providing local teams with PPE to delivering tech solutions to enable seafarers to contact home, the fund facilitates a broad range of welfare initiatives which directly benefit seafarers their families.
Ocean Network Express and X-Press Feeders Ltd, with their increased donations and are now both Platinum sponsors of the campaign alongside original platinum sponsors Wan Hai Lines Ltd, The Seafarers' Charity and Grimaldi Group.
The current Gold sponsors are MSC, TeeKay and Grindrod, while Gaslog and recent donor Taylor Maritime Investments unite as Silver sponsors. AET, ICS and Moore Stephens make up the Bronze sponsors of the fund.
Ben Bailey, Director of Advocacy & Regional Engagement, The Mission to Seafarers, commented: 'Despite the festive cheer that this season typically brings, seafarers continue to face challenging circumstances as they work to keep vital supply chains open.'
Jeremy Nixon, CEO of Ocean Network Express, said: 'With respect to international shipping, and all the world's seafarers of multiple nationalities who have contributed so greatly to keeping global trade and supply chains moving through the pandemic, ONE is proud to be a strong supporter and sponsor of The Mission to Seafarers, and all the great work that they do in so many countries.'
Tim Hartnoll, executive chairman at X-Press Feeders Ltd, added: 'Container shipping relies on the seafarers who keep global trade moving under extremely challenging and difficult operations. Being a part of the maritime industry, we are aware of the hardship of working at sea over a long period of time. Their well-being is our top priority. X-Press Feeders is proud to be part of this donation drive in sustaining the crew welfare support around the world.'
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Ocean Network Express and X-Press Feeders Ltd doubled their previous donations to GBP60,000 each, recognising the need for immediate support and call for others to join the cause, in addition to Taylor Maritime Investments which has come onboard as a Silver sponsor.
'Covid-19 is still negatively impacting seafarers, particularly for those crews who are unable to access shore leave owing to in-port restrictions or company policy,' the Mission said in a statement.
The fund provides crucial support for the Mission's 200 ports, delivering targeted support in those locations where the need is greatest. From providing local teams with PPE to delivering tech solutions to enable seafarers to contact home, the fund facilitates a broad range of welfare initiatives which directly benefit seafarers their families.
Ocean Network Express and X-Press Feeders Ltd, with their increased donations and are now both Platinum sponsors of the campaign alongside original platinum sponsors Wan Hai Lines Ltd, The Seafarers' Charity and Grimaldi Group.
The current Gold sponsors are MSC, TeeKay and Grindrod, while Gaslog and recent donor Taylor Maritime Investments unite as Silver sponsors. AET, ICS and Moore Stephens make up the Bronze sponsors of the fund.
Ben Bailey, Director of Advocacy & Regional Engagement, The Mission to Seafarers, commented: 'Despite the festive cheer that this season typically brings, seafarers continue to face challenging circumstances as they work to keep vital supply chains open.'
Jeremy Nixon, CEO of Ocean Network Express, said: 'With respect to international shipping, and all the world's seafarers of multiple nationalities who have contributed so greatly to keeping global trade and supply chains moving through the pandemic, ONE is proud to be a strong supporter and sponsor of The Mission to Seafarers, and all the great work that they do in so many countries.'
Tim Hartnoll, executive chairman at X-Press Feeders Ltd, added: 'Container shipping relies on the seafarers who keep global trade moving under extremely challenging and difficult operations. Being a part of the maritime industry, we are aware of the hardship of working at sea over a long period of time. Their well-being is our top priority. X-Press Feeders is proud to be part of this donation drive in sustaining the crew welfare support around the world.'
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