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Swan Hellenic mandates COVID-19 vaccination for crewSwan Hellenic mandates COVID-19 vaccination for crew

Swan Hellenic said it will require COVID-19 vaccination as a pre-embarkation medical requirement for all ship’s staff and crew.

Anne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review

February 15, 2021

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The vaccination cycle will be carried out at recruitment centers or in the home countries of the crew members in accordance with current local guidelines and approved medical protocols.

This is part of Swan Hellenic's other health-care measures, including UV-C air sanitation, taken in consultation with Vikand Solutions.

Follows AQSC, Victory, Saga

Other cruise operators mandating COVID-19 vaccination include American Queen Steamboat Co. and Victory Cruise Lines, for both passengers and crew, and Saga Cruises, for passengers only

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has expressed its intention all crew be vaccinated before boarding to begin their duties, and Royal Caribbean Group will be requiring that. 

About the Author

Anne Kalosh

Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review

Anne Kalosh covers global stories, reporting both breaking and in-depth news on cruising's significant people, places, ships and trends. A sought-after expert on cruising, she has moderated conferences around the world, including the high-profile State of the Industry panel at Seatrade Cruise Global. She created and led the acclaimed itinerary-planning case study for Seatrade's cruise master classes held at Cambridge and Oxford universities. She has been the cruise columnist for AFAR.com, and her freelance stories have appeared in a wide range of publications, from The New York Times to The Miami Herald.

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