BY BEN BILUA
GIZO

THE Manager of Noro Ports has acknowledged the role of seafarers and maritime workers in the country.

Speaking after a recent thanksgiving service organised by the Mission, Moses Runikera said the Mission to Seafarers is an integral part of Solomon Islands trans-shipping activities rendering support to service and expertise in different areas.

He said seafarers plays a crucial role in sustaining key industries, particularly tuna exports and the broader shipping sector.

“In places like Noro, sea workers are the backbone of industries such as tuna exports and shipping. Without them, many essential services and businesses would not exist.

“They play a crucial role in keeping our economy running and our communities connected,” Rukeni said.

He also acknowledged the collaborative efforts between the Mission to Seafarers, Solomon Ports, and other key stakeholders to ensure the wellbeing of seafarers is prioritised.

Rukeni’s remarks reflect growing recognition of the importance of frontline maritime workers, whose efforts often go unnoticed despite being central to the country’s economic infrastructure.

The Mission to Seafarers has been active in Noro, providing spiritual support, welfare services, and advocacy for seafarers’ rights and safety.

Their work is seen as vital in a region where Solomon Islands is heavily dependent on maritime transport and labour.

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