Dark Side of the Black Sea

The Black Sea is known with its holiday resorts, pretty fishing boats and people. But, for seafarers, it has not been associated with these beauties for a long time.
For centuries the Black Sea has been witnessing an active maritime commerce between surrounding countries and communities. But today, it has turned into a nightmare for seafarers. For them the Black Sea means low wages, old vessels and severe working conditions accompanied by fatal marine accidents.