Beyond the festivities, the gathering created opportunities for meaningful conversations among seafarers, SMOU officials, and MtSS officials, who spent time engaging with crew members and expressing appreciation for their contributions to the maritime industry. 

The outreach also extended to the Ocean Rally at Jurong Port, where SMOU representatives visited crew members who were unable to attend the event. Food and goodie bags were distributed, and time was taken to connect with the vessel’s Chief Officer and crew, offering a glimpse into their experiences and life at sea. 

In total, 100 goodie bags were distributed  through the outreach, — a reminder that even while far from home, seafarers are not forgotten. Through these efforts, SMOU  and  MtSS  continue to reaffirm their commitment to standing alongside seafarers,  recognising not just the work they do, but the people behind it.