Seafarers Asked To Contribute To Maintain Marine Sustainability

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The Directorate General of Sea Transportation (Ditjen Hubla) of the Ministry of Transportation (Kemenhub) asked sailors to contribute actively to preserving the marine environment.

"The Directorate General of Hubla is aware of the importance of shipping safety and marine environmental protection," said Director General of Sea Transportation of the Ministry of Transportation Arif Toha as quoted by Antara, Monday, June 26.

Arif said that the celebration of World Seafarers Contribution to Protecting the Marine Environment meant the contribution of Seafarers in Maintaining the Sea Environment.

"This theme is in line with the theme of World Maritime Day 2023, namely 'OurmarPOL at 50-Commitment continues' and is celebrated with an international campaign titled Ocean Worth Protection," said Arif.

He expects sailors to become agents of change in protecting and preserving marine ecosystems.

Arif said, the sea is an important trade route that connects countries and provides prosperity for the community.

"However, risks and dangers at sea need to be minimized to ensure sustainable shipping safety," he said.

Ocean Worth Protection campaign invites all parties involved in the shipping industry, ranging from crew members, entrepreneurs, maritime authorities to the general public to actively participate in maintaining safety at sea.

In order to achieve this goal, the Directorate General of Hubla invites all parties involved in the sea transportation industry, ranging from crew members, entrepreneurs, maritime authorities, to the general public to actively participate in maintaining safety at sea.

Ocean Worth Protection campaign encourages increased awareness of the importance of shipping safety, protection of children and future generations, as well as reducing marine pollution.

As part of a series of celebrations of World Seafarers' Day 2023, the Directorate General of Hubla also launched a new specimen of sailors' books.

"The Ministry of Transportation also continues to strive to improve services and convenience in document processing for sailors, including by increasing security and new specimens on sailors' books," said Arif.