Minimum Basic Wage The Directorate would like to draw the attention of all concerned that in accordance with Rule 51 of the Merchant Shipping (Maritime Labour Convention) Rules, the minimum basic wage for a calendar month of service for an able seaman shall not be less than USD 618 on the 1 July 2019. To read the complete Merchant Shipping Notice 108 Rev 2, click here. Should you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Dr Jotham Scerri-Diacono at Ganado Advocates. Go back