Join us for this free-to-attend event, which includes entry to the IMPA Singapore Exhibition and Conference for both days.

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Crew Welfare Day Procurement as a Catalyst for Safer, Healthier Maritime Operations

As the maritime industry continues to evolve, the wellbeing of seafarers must remain at the heart of operational strategy. This Crew Welfare Day, presented by The Nautical Institute at IMPA Singapore 2025, explores how procurement can serve as a powerful catalyst for safer, healthier maritime operations.

Agenda

09:30 – 10:00| Registration & Welcome Coffee

10:00 –10:15 | Opening Remarks

·     Somiyeh Djavanroodi, The Nautical Institute

10:15 – 11:30 | Session one: Human Factors andWellbeing at Sea

This session explores the mental health challenges faced by seafarers, the impact of fatigueon crew welfare, and how procurement can support wellbeing through services like mental health care, nutritious food, and rest facilities.

·       Prof Capt. Frederick, Mission to Seafarers

·       Capt. Akee Sharma, Sailors Cart

·      Harmita Singh, Blu Maritime

11:30 –12:00 | Coffee/networking break

12:00 – 13:15| Session Two: Mental Health, resilience, and the procurement connection

This panel discussion explores how procurement can actively shape a culture of care and resilience at sea. Speakers will share insights on linking procurement decisions to mental health support, crew wellbeing, and long-term resilience across maritime operations.

·      Steve Jones

·      Karen Ibanez, Mental Health SupportServices

·      Arjay Ravindran, MCTC

·      Ben Bailey, Mission to Seafarers

13:00 –14:45 | Lunch/networking break

14:00 – 15:30| Session three: Integrating Wellbeing and Safety into Procurement Strategy

Examining how procurement can be intentionally designed to support crew and their safety.Topics include digital tools for monitoring welfare, wellbeing-first contracts, and how procurement can be leveraged to create healthier maritime operations.

·      Marquita Celestine, The NauticalInstitute

·      Christopher Saunders, RightShip

·     Capt. Akshat Arora UK P&I clubs