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ECSA welcomes the tourism and transport package presented by the EU Commission
However, it reiterated the need to work to allow the changing of the crews of the ships
May 14, 2020
"The package- explained the Secretary-General ECSA' Martin Dorsman - sends a clear message to the ECSA members that passenger operators must be supported and that all necessary measures must be taken to maintain liquidity.'
However, ECSA reiterated the need for the maritime transport is able to implement the replacement ship crews, which continues to be hampered by governments to limit mobility and contain the pandemic. "Another key condition work the package -- pointed out Dorsman -- is the restarting crew changes globally and in Europe. The EU, he noted, is in a unique position to lead these efforts and set an example for other regions to follow. We therefore welcome the Commission's commitment to co-ordinating the efforts of EU member states in a way that ensure that all necessary services are put in place national level. Close coordination is essential Commission among the various services responsible for maritime, aviation, land, healthcare, accommodation facilities, police and border controls, visas and external affairs.'
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"The package- explained the Secretary-General ECSA' Martin Dorsman - sends a clear message to the ECSA members that passenger operators must be supported and that all necessary measures must be taken to maintain liquidity.'
- Via Raffaele Paolucci 17r/19r - 16129 Genoa - ITALY
