Spain’s Zamakona Yards has completed conducting sea trials of a new tuna purse seining vessel ordered by Fisheries Development Oman (FDO). Adamas belongs to a series that also includes the 2023-built Acila. It will be operated by FDO subsidiary Al Wusta Fisheries Industries, which trades under the...
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Trade union federation accuses UAE vessel operator of seafarer abandonment
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) recently issued a statement condemning UAE-based towage company Middle East Marine for what it claims are “systematic abuse and neglect of over 100 seafarers.” The ITF said it is calling on the UAE government and the Palau maritime authorities...