A new research initiative, Food4Seafarers, has been launched by the World Maritime University (WMU) with generous sponsorship from the ITF Seafarers Trust. The goal of the project is to address the persistent issue of inadequate nutrition and catering for seafarers. Reports and studies of the maritime sector have repeatedly highlighted significant challenges for seafarers regarding restricted access to fresh and nutritious food, subpar provisions, and financial constraints affecting meal quality. These factors adversely affect seafarer well-being, and require reform. (....)