We deserve a high five simply because we are a unique kind of workers

‘Day of the Seafarer’ is coming up soon. That day where we show seafarers our support and gratitude by shouting out loud that ‘Seafarers are Keyworkers'!
But this year, we thought we’d change the concept a little bit and instead call it ‘Week of the Seafarer’. Simply because we believe that seafarers deserve more than just a day to be acknowledged for their extraordinary and enormous effort and sacrifices during the corona pandemic. So, from Friday 19th of June and all the way to Thursday, June 25 on the real Day of the Seafarer, we are dedicating our platforms to pay tribute to seafarers who are experiencing extra-long voyages and are missing home and loved ones. And to all other seafarers who are simply awesome because they make the world move every day.

This is the voice of AB on board LARS MAERSK, Jun Tarnate:

"I am proud to be one the brave seafarers and we deserve a high five simply because we are a unique kind of workers.

Of course it is not easy for me to accept this present situation. Mental health is important and I learn and teach myself how to boost my patience by, for example, doing what you love and love what you do.

And I try to keep myself busy so I don't worry so much about back home."