Brexit

12/04/18 • 39 min

The UK port industry is the second largest in Europe, handling roughly 500 million tonnes of freight each year, as well as over 60 million international and domestic passenger journeys.

Following the Brexit Referendum, uncertainty over the UK’s future trade relationship with the EU has led to predictions of long queues at harbours on both sides of the Channel after Britain leaves the bloc next March.

In this episode we will look at what the possible impacts are of a ‘No-Deal Brexit’, whether Theresa May's proposal goes far enough to ensure frictionless trade with Europe or should shipping companies seek alternatives to Dover post-Brexit?
Visit www.theshippingexchange.co.uk for more information and social media links or search 'The Shipping Exchange' on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram!

The UK port industry is the second largest in Europe, handling roughly 500 million tonnes of freight each year, as well as over 60 million international and domestic passenger journeys.

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Mental Health at Sea

A recent report on mental health stated that two-thirds of people will experience some form of mental health issue at some point in their lives but for those working offshore, that figure is significantly higher.

There are an estimated 1.6 million seafarers worldwide, and it is a devastating reality that many of these hardworking men and women are suffering from mental health issues.

In this episode we will look at what more could and should be done to support seafarers, should maritime legislation be updated to address mental health and how can we better prepare seafarers for life at sea?
Visit www.theshippingexchange.co.uk/mental-health for more information on the services available. For social media search 'The Shipping Exchange' on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram!