Cpopmympyirre OIHHM CHOBOM II Hammunre orBer Ha BOTIPOC COTTIACHO Tekcry 4What does the European Commision work actively against?>> 1.For Europe , maritime transport has been a catalyst of economic development and prosperity throughout its history Each year, more than 400 million passengers and disembark in European ports Overall, maritime industries are an important source of employment and income for the European economy. 2.The European Commission's object is to protect Europe with very strict safety rules preventing sub-standard shipping , reducing the risk of serious maritime accidents and minimizing the environmental impact maritime transport . The Commission also works actively against piracy. Another important activity concerns the social dimension looking after working conditions, health and safety issues and professional qualifications of seafarers. 3.Finally.the Commission works for the protection of citizens as users of maritime transport services, ensuring safe and secure conditions . looking after their rights as passengers and examining the adequacy of the public service maritime transport connections by Member States. The Commission has recently updated its strategic goals and recommendations for the EU Maritime Transport Policy until 2018. 4.Action in the area of maritime transport aims at ensuring the long term performance of the European maritime transport system as a whole to the benefit of all other economic sectors and of the final consumer The Commission supports actively the efforts of the EU Member States and of the European shipping sector offering quality shipping services in Europe and all over the world.