The UK’s maritime resilience in the light of the COVID-19 Pandemic (Briefing document)

Source: Nautilis International

Original Date Posted: 9/1/2020

"The coronavirus pandemic has focused attention on the essential nature of shipping to an island nation. In recognising the crucial role played by the industry and that of UK seafarers within it, the UK designated seafarers as key workers. This was a welcome recognition of their vital transport role in local, regional and global supply chains.

As the UK looks to restart the economy and plan ahead to support the nation’s recovery from this crisis, a fundamental reassessment of the UK’s maritime resilience needs to be undertaken. The ongoing negotiations for the future relationship with the UK’s largest trading partner, the EU, is also important in this context. "

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