Standard Cadet Training Agreement

Newspapers reported that a 19-year-old cadet from India died last March 29, 2017 on board a merchant ship in Brussels, Belgium, . Earlier, MV Starlite Atlantic sank the morning of December 26, 2016 off Tingloy, Batangas due to the onslaught of Typhoon Nina. Fourteen of the 33 crewmen onboard the vessel were rescued by the Philippine Coast Guard while 18 others are still missing. On board are eleven (11) students who are undergoing training since October.

Incidents like the sinking of MV Starlite Atlantic and the death of the Indian cadet brings forth the issue of protection of cadets while undergoing training.

The Standard Cadet Training Agreement on Ships Engaged in International Voyage took effect on August 25, 2013 to ensure compliance with the requirements of MLC 2006 in safeguarding the rights of and affording social protection for marine cadets while click here to read more >>