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New Zealand funds seafarers’ welfare at 12 ports with $1M annually from shipping fees, ensuring crew well-being supports trade.
New Zealand is allocating nearly $1 million annually to 12 of its 13 international commercial ports to support seafarers’ welfare, funded through maritime operator levies.
The grants, managed by Maritime NZ, provide essential services like Wi-Fi, medical transport, financial aid, and rights information, reinforcing the country’s global leadership in maritime welfare.
Associate Transport Minister James Meager highlighted that 99% of New Zealand’s trade relies on shipping, making crew well-being critical to the economy.
All ports that applied received funding; Port Otago opted to fund its own services.
The initiative, now in its second year, is unique in being industry-funded, ensuring beneficiaries contribute proportionally.
Nueva Zelanda financia el bienestar de la gente de mar en 12 puertos con $ 1M anuales de tarifas de envío, asegurando que el bienestar de la tripulación apoye el comercio.