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MSC Cruises Launches Mental Health Course for Seafarers to Boost Crew Welfare

15 March 2026
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MSC Cruises has partnered with TBWA\London to launch a free online mental health course tailored for its 25,000 crew members, focusing on stress management, anxiety recognition, and onboard support networks. The initiative addresses isolation and burnout in the seafaring profession. It aims to enhance overall crew well-being and retention.

On March 16, 2026, MSC Cruises announced the launch of a free online mental health training course designed specifically for seafarers. Developed with TBWA\London, the course covers stress management, anxiety identification, and building peer support systems aboard ships. It is available in multiple languages for captains, officers, and ratings across MSC's fleet of 22 cruise vessels.

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