THE Mission to Seafarers has announced those shortlisted for accolades in its upcoming Seafarers’ Awards to be held virtually in Singapore on 8 December.
The awards recognise individuals and organisations that have made significant contributions to improving the welfare of seafarers.
The awards ceremony this year will be held virtually due to COVID-19 and ongoing restrictions in Singapore. Taking place on Wednesday 8 December 2021, all proceeds from the event will go towards supporting The Mission’s work in Singapore.
The event will be hosted by Sharanjit Leyl, International broadcaster and 18 years BBC World News veteran who will be joined by Robert Walker, COO of ASP Group and the Mission’s chairman in Singapore. A number of other dignitaries will also be in attendance.
The Revd Canon Andrew Wright, secretary-general, The Mission to Seafarers, said, “The Seafarers’ Awards in Singapore have gone from strength to strength. Once again, as last year, we have seen outstanding quality in the nominations for 2021.
“As a judge, it has been really challenging to create our shortlist from the many outstanding nominations received.
“What makes this year’s crop of nominations particularly striking has been the fact that they are against the backdrop of a global pandemic. They reflect the immense contributions of so many organisations and individuals in responding to the acute challenges faced by seafarers and their families.”
The Mission’s Seafarers’ Awards in Singapore are supported by gold sponsors Shell and BHP, as well as silver sponsors North, Bureau Veritas, Singapore Maritime Officer’s Union and Singapore Organisation of Seamen.
The awards honour the commitment and contributions to seafarers’ welfare made by seafarers, shore staff and shipping companies around the globe. The shortlisted nominees are as follows:
Seafarer’s Award – A seafarer who made a significant contribution to welfare at sea
Chief Cook Luvimar Ibay / Stephen Williams / Capt. Giovanni Perucho / Siti Nasuah Binte Abdul Rahman / Koo Wei Loon / Servet Akturk
Shore-based Award – The shore-based person who has made a significant contribution to seafarers’ welfare
Homi Bharda / Jebsen Gamido / Riza Jamero / Mr. Angelo Jacobo
Cadet Award – The Cadet or Trainee who has made a significant contribution to seafarers’ welfare at sea or ashore
Yrhen Bernard Sabanal Balinis / Gerald Kishen Joseph / Gurleen Singh
Secretary General Award – The person or company who has shown sustained efforts to improve seafarers’ welfare at sea or ashore
Thome / EPS / Mr Seby Thomas / MPA / Ardmore Shipping / PTC
Innovation Award – For the company who has embraced a new programme, project or training which has enhanced seafarers’ welfare
Greywing / Magsaysay / PMP / Fleet / IMEC / Seaspan / Scorpio Group
Rescue Award – A new award introduced in 2021
Captain Battula & crew / Capt. Dacanay & crew / Capt. Eddie Ordona & crew
