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The National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine will convene an ad hoc committee to prepare an assessment that will inform public policies concerning the possession and consumption of alcohol by crew members and other personnel aboard commercial vessels of the United States. The assessment will consider the personal security, welfare, and safety interests of all individuals aboard the vessel as well as the use of other intoxicants in conjunction with alcohol.

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Events

Alcohol at Sea Report Public Release

  • January 15, 2026
  • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EST)
  • Webinar
  • Past

We are pleased to announce that the National Academies report Strengthening Alcohol Policies and Supporting Safety and Health in the Maritime Industry is scheduled to be released to the public on Janu...

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Meetings

Alcohol at Sea: Committee Meeting 7

  • July 16, 2025
  • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EDT)
  • Closed
  • Meeting
  • Past

This meeting will focus on reviewing the committee’s conclusions and recommendations in preparation for report review.

Alcohol at Sea: Committee Meeting 6

  • May 27, 2025
  • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (EDT)
  • Closed
  • Meeting
  • Past

During this meeting, the committee will finalize the conclusions and recommendations and prepare for the report to go into review.

Alcohol at Sea: Committee Meeting 5

  • April 10 - 11, 2025
  • Closed
  • Meeting
  • Past

The Committee on Alcohol at Sea will hold its fifth and final meeting from April 10 through April 11, 2025, and continue deliberations. The committee will prepare an assessment that will inform public...

Alcohol at Sea: Committee Meeting 4

  • February 4 - 5, 2025
  • Meeting
  • Past

On February 4-5, 2025, the Committee on Alcohol at Sea will hold its fourth meeting and continue its information gathering and deliberations. There will be two open session panels on Wednesday, Februa...

Alcohol at Sea Committee Meeting #3

  • December 9 - 10, 2024
  • Meeting
  • Past

The committee on Alcohol at Sea will hold its third meeting on December 9th and 10th in Jacksonville, FL. There will be an open session to explore insights and perspectives on workforce policies, safe...
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