During a recent deployment, serious concerns were raised about the vessel’s overall condition. Essential systems were either non-functional or severely degraded, making daily life onboard extremely difficult.
Unsafe Water Supply
- The potable drinking water system was not working.
- Crew relied on outdated bottled water.
- Water used for showering, brushing teeth, and laundry was rusty and unsafe.
Broken Basic Facilities
- No functioning air conditioning onboard.
- Toilet systems were completely inoperative.
- These failures created an uncomfortable and unsanitary environment.
Unhygienic Living Quarters
- Living spaces were poorly maintained and unclean.
- Severe bed bug infestation affected the crew.
- Many crew members suffered repeated bites, impacting health and rest.
Inadequate Food Quality
- Meals were repetitive with little variety.
- Very limited availability of meat or fish.
- Fresh fruit was rarely provided and had an unpleasant metallic taste.
Impact on Crew Wellbeing
These conditions significantly affected crew health, morale, and dignity.
A lack of proper maintenance and care created an environment that falls far below acceptable living standards at sea.
Safe working conditions are not optional — they are a basic right.