OPINION: Drug and alcohol testing vital in maritime

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The commercial maritime industry is a high-stakes environment where safety, precision, and alertness are non-negotiable. 

Tony Birr, independent business development consultant at Century Maritime, emphasises the importance of keeping a sober workforce on board.

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