Everything IMWIRSA builds starts from evidence, not assumption. This is where that evidence lives.
IMWIRSA's research work sits between two roles: gathering independent evidence about seafarer welfare, and translating outside academic and institutional research into practical product and policy decisions. Every feature in MWApp and every recommendation in our White Paper traces back to a data point, a study, or a seafarer survey.
Our own surveys and data collection directly with seafarers and Port Welfare Managers.
We track and synthesise the leading academic and institutional literature on maritime welfare.
Findings become concrete recommendations for industry, policy and product design.
From independent research to measurably better welfare — a transparent, evidence-driven process.
Short, expert commentary pieces connecting current events and emerging data in shipping to what they mean for seafarer welfare — published as the network grows.
The series launches alongside the Phase 1 pilot ports. Want to contribute or peer-review a commentary? Get in touch.
The core body of external, peer-reviewed and institutional research that IMWIRSA's own work builds on.
"The Future of Seafarer Welfare and Shore Support to 2040" — the complete strategic document, including all 10 challenges to 2040 and the full set of modernisation recommendations.
The full White Paper is available as a downloadable PDF for partners, researchers and press. Contact us and we'll send the current version.
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