The Almaha: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

Abdul Naser Saleh, a Syrian chief engineer aboard the vessel 'Al Maha', has endured an astonishing seven years without receiving a salary, according to reports from the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF). The ITF has stepped in to demand that the ship's owner fulfill their financial obligations. Despite serving on the ship for a decade, Saleh has seen no remuneration for the past seven years and is currently without a contract. This distressing situation has left Abdul unable to support his family or make necessary visits back home. He is not alone in his plight, as nine other Syrian crew members aboard the 'Al Maha' have also been deprived of their wages since July. The vessel primarily operates out of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. In response to these alarming conditions, the ITF has reported the ship's owner to maritime authorities in both Saudi Arabia and Tanzania, prompting an investigation into the working conditions experienced by crew members on board. The ongoing situation highlights the urgent need for accountability in the maritime industry to ensure fair treatment of seafarers.