Australia Bans Tankers Due to Seafarers’ Welfare Issues
The AG Neptune, a 105,400 dwt vessel, was examined at the Port of Gladstone in June 2022, according to AMSA, which received a complaint.
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Ban on Tanker After $120,000 in Unpaid Salary
Upon learning crew members were due more than $120,000 in salaries, officials barred an oil tanker from entering Australian ports for six months.
Cruise Ship with 100 COVID Passengers Docks in Sydney
The Coral Princess cruise ship has anchored at Sydney's Circular Quay with more than 100 COVID-positive crew members and passengers on board.