The international association Intercargo, speaking on behalf of the owners of bulk carriers from all over the world, condemned the repeated attacks on merchant ships in the Red Sea region, and stressed that the safety of seafarers is essential, as stated by the new Secretary General of the International Maritime Organization, Arsenio Dominguez, who pointed out that whereas seafarers are innocent victims, and that the principle of freedom of navigation must be respected, allowing Thus the safe trade of essential goods across the world world.

"Like during the Covid period," he said The Association in a note - Bulk shipping continues to ensure the shipment of key supplies and the the smooth functioning of the global economy. Again, it should to be reminded of the value of our seafarers and the imperative of their legal classification as workers essential by all nations with a special/favourable by the ports and countries of destination'.