Emergency Contact Small investments can make a tangible difference to the lives of seafarers as revealed in latest Seafarers Happiness Index Home Latest updates News Small investments can make a tangible difference to the lives of seafarers as revealed in latest Seafarers Happiness Index 27 Jan 2021 Download View Seafarers Happiness Index pdf Sign up for alerts LONDON, 27 JANUARY 2021 – The latest Seafarers Happiness Index report, published by The Mission to Seafarers, reveals that small investments can make a tangible difference to the lives of seafarers. The survey, with the support of the Shipowners’ Club and Wallem Group, reports on the experiences of seafarers between October and December 2020. The report highlights the continued struggle with crew changeovers and workload. However, it also reveals that the simple steps taken by some ship owners can make a huge difference to the day to day lives of seafarers, improving mental health  on board and renewing passion for their work. Small changes make a big difference Many seafarers have reported that ship owners have started to make changes which have improved the quality of life onboard. Free data or free calls, more investment in food and new gym equipment have been appreciated according to the survey respondents. With the lack of shore leave and limited Wi-Fi as major concerns earlier in 2020, this appears to show that shipping companies are making an effort to improve the circumstances onboard, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Training improves mental mindset Seafarer training is a divisive issue, with some receiving high quality training, but others receiving none at all. Where training does take place, it provides focus, important skills and positive learnings for those onboard. However, some training seems to then be voided due to outdated equipment onboard. For example, the entry into force of Resolution MSC.428(98) IMO rules on cyber security was a catalyst for a rush of training at th