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On March 15, 2017, the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) announced the successful repatriation of 17 crew members from the bulk carrier 'Sea Honest,' who had experienced abandonment and distress in Algeria last summer. ITF inspector Mohamed Arrachedi previously highlighted the harrowing situations aboard the vessel, warning the operators about the crew's deteriorating conditions. He expressed deep concern for their well-being, noting that morale was alarmingly low, with the crew facing an acute lack of supplies and support. 'They're on the edge,' Arrachedi stated, suggesting that the circumstances were severe enough to pose suicidal risks among the men. Despite these findings, the vessel's operating company had seemingly neglected their responsibility, continuing normal operations with other ships while leaving the Sea Honest crew in peril.

An urgent plea for action has been made by ITF inspector Mohamed Arrachedi regarding the plight of the 17 crew members left stranded on the vessel Seahonest in Algiers, Algeria for over 200 days. The crew, which consists of two Turkish nationals and 15 Indian nationals, has faced relentless challenges, remaining unpaid and without provisions for seven months. Their survival has largely depended on the humanitarian efforts from the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF), Algerian labor unions, the port authority, and diplomatic assistance from the embassies of India and Turkey. In a heartfelt letter addressed to the Panama Maritime Authority and the owner of the Seahonest, Mr. Seyfullah, Arrachedi expressed his deep concern for the crew’s well-being. He emphasized the unacceptable nature of their prolonged abandonment, highlighting the lack of any solid plan to address their dire situation. "After more than six months on board, there is still no strategy or commitment to solve the problems faced by the 17 seafarers," Arrachedi stated. Conditions aboard the Seahonest have been severely deteriorating, with the crew suffering from extreme cold and significant mental strain. The repeated assurances of repatriation from the ship's management have yet to materialize, raising questions about the company's true intentions. "What is the company waiting for? Are they waiting for the crew’s despair to increase before they take action?" Arrachedi queried. He reiterated the crew's urgent desire for financial compensation and repatriation, urging the owner to assign relief crew members and alleviate the suffering of those currently on board. The situation reached a critical point when one of the crew members reached out via text message, pleading for updates and expressing the collective anxiety among the crew: "Everybody is tense, mentally exhausted, and desperate to go home. We need to know when our situation will be resolved." This case underscores the pressing issue of seafarers' rights and welfare, urging immediate actions to ensure that all crew members receive the support and assistance they deserve.

The bulk carrier 'Sea Honest' has been marooned in Alger since June 28, 2016, following a distress call due to mechanical issues. Although the vessel's technical problems were resolved, it remains impounded due to unpaid debts of its parent company, Vera Denizcilik, which has since declared bankruptcy. Crew members, consisting of 15 Indian and 4 Turkish sailors, have faced significant hardships, including a lack of payment for four months and dwindling supplies of fuel, water, and food. In an effort to secure assistance, the ship's master has reached out to Turkish authorities for help as the situation on board grows increasingly dire.