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SERVUS! CREW LOVE IS TRUE LOVE—and our crew includes not just the many people active on the ship, but also our STREET TEAMS, who are doing an incredible job in 22 (!) cities and regions. With great dedication and passion, they regularly show up at concerts, festivals, film screenings, ...

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

We got detained! On September 23, 2026, the Prefect of the Province of Agrigento ordered a 15-day detention of Sea Punk I and imposed a fine of 7,500 euros.

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

(German below) All rescued 58 people have been brought by Sea Punk I safely to port of Lampedusa which was assigned to us by the authorities for disembarkation.

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

58 people rescued from distress at sea! During the past days, our crew of Sea Punk I was involved in rescuing two cases of distress at sea. On Thursday our crew rescued 20 people from a fiberglass boat in distress at sea, in the vicinity of the Bouri oil platform. Credits: @paola.dillies

Crew of Sea Punk I in RHIB Molly with rescued survivors in front, in the back Sea Punk I vessel

grey unseaworthy rubber boat sinking in the Mediterranean, shoes of survivors drowning

RHIB Molly with rescued survivors on its way to mothership Sea Punk I for embarkation

RHIB crew of Sea Punk I assessing sea rescue case

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Another Pullback: Sea Punk I witnesses multiple violations of international law On Monday evening, our vessel Sea Punk I received a distress call regarding 40 people in distress at sea. The crew headed toward the incident's last known position and prepared for the operation. Cred: @paola.dillies

so-called Libyan coast guard vessel intercepting illegaly a boat in distress at sea

RHIB of Sea Punk I being launched in the night

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

(German below) The Sea Punk I witnessed at least one pullback by the so-called Libyan Coast Guard! On Sunday, the crew spotted a vessel belonging to the so-called Libyan Coast Guard heading south toward Libya with many people on deck—taking them back to a country ...

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Wir wiederholen uns, aber: ALLE UNSERE FREUND*INNEN HASSEN DIE CDU.* AND WE HAVE FRIENDS EVERYWHERE. Alerta!

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

(German below) We are operational again. Sea Punk I left the port of Augusta and reached the Area of Operation in the central Mediterranean. Our crew is on look out and ready to rescue in case we find people who are in distress at sea.

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

If you are one of our 40.000 followers you probably support what we do. So we thought: why not achieve so much more altogether?? If ONE IN TEN of you donates 10 EUROS MONTHLY, WE CAN OPERATE Sea Punk I CONTINUOUSLY.

people in distress at sea wearing life vests are embarked from RHIB Molly to Sea Punk I rescue vessel by crew members, in front text

orange life vests swim in blue meditarranean, in front text

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

(German below) We do this because it is right and necessary. Civilian sea rescue saves lives and stands as a symbol of humanity and of universal human rights. Our crew trains day in and day out to head out on the next rotation and come to the aid of people in distress in the central Mediterranean.

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

(German below) Our crew in Augusta continues to train daily. This includes preparing for a medically necessary evacuation (MedEvac). We have a fully equipped medical unit inside the blue container on board, designed for medical examinations and initial care; ..

Crew members of Sea Punk I during medevac training

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

A new crew is getting trained for our next rotation in the Mediterranean with our Sea Punk I! Thanks to your support, we are setting sail once again for the search-and-rescue zone in the central Mediterranean.

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

(German below) A new crew rotation is coming up! In the next few days, the new crew will arrive at the Sea Punk I and begin their week of training. Meanwhile, those already on board are preparing the rescue equipment.

Crew members sort life vests on Sea Punk I

Crew members sort out life vests on Sea Punk I

Crew Members pack life vests on Sea Punk I

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

⛴️ URGENT: Call for Physician - Third Rotation Sea Punks 2026 🏥 For our next rotation, we are currently searching for a physician, as the position is open due to a late cancellation. 📆 Dates: 17.08.-25.09.2026 (given the circumstances we are flexible on starting date)

Poster with a black-and-white photo of a crew member checking a patient monitor. Text: "Urgent call for crew – Physician" for the rotation from 17.08. to 25.09.2026. Requirements: at least two years in internal medicine or surgery, ideally emergency medicine, SAR experience desired, travel costs covered. Info at seapunks.de/crewing, applications to crewing@seapunks.de.

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

A different Europe is not just possible—it is being embodied, championed, and fought for every single day by tens of thousands of civilians and activists. A Europe that truly stands up for peace, democracy, reconciliation, and human rights—extending its commitment beyond its own borders.

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

res publica: CEUTA WE MOURN. We mourn the people who died in Ceuta last week—further avoidable and violent deaths at Europe’s border for which the EU bears responsibility.

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

💥URGENT! 2nd Officer needed for Sea Punks rotation in August💥 We are crewing for a Second Officer to join our next rotation, starting 17.08, until 25.09 2026. Requirements: *STCW II/1 OOW or higher or STCW II/3 – OICNW *STCW Basic Safety (STCW A-VI/1) *Medical Fitness Certificate for Seafarers

crew member of Sea Punk I standing on bridge deck

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

💥URGENT! Cultural Mediator needed for Sea Punks rotation in August💥 We are looking for a Cultural Mediator to join our next rotation from 17.08. to 25.09.2026 As a cultural mediator, you will be the first point of contact with people in distress and will be part of the RHIB team and the Care team

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

"Because we care." This is the answer to the question why we do what we do. Sea Punk I just finished it's first rotation in 2026 after a long but necessary period of dry dock and repairs. Our crew patrolled the mediterranean sea for roughly three weeks, documented rescue cases, ...

Crew member of Sea Punk I in RHIB during rescue, water splashing

person in distress at sea embarked safely to Sea Punk I

crew throws life saving equipment from board into sea

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

(German below) SUPER URGENT! We are looking for a captain to join our next rotation, planned from 17th August to 25th September! If we do not find someone, we have to cancel the rotation. Get in touch via crewing@seapunks.de

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

After a two days transit, all nine survivors disembarked safely in Vibo Valencia. We are glad that we found them in time and thank them for their trust. We wish them all the best and safety for their future. No one is free until everyone is free.

Fairwell to a rescued survivor disembarking Sea Punk I

Red wrist band put on a survivors wrist after disembarking Sea Punk I

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

Sea Punk I rescues nine people out of an unseaworthy rubber boat in distress at sea! A small rubber boat, losing air on one side, with 9 people on board drifting - seven of them unaccompanied minors. This is the situation our crew encountered yesterday. Everything happened very quickly.

RHIB comes back to ship Sea Punk I with rescued survivors

a crew member of Sea Punk I gives a hand to embark survivors

a person in distress at sea is embarked to Sea Punk I by RHIB Crew

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

We will never get used to these ghost boats, sad witnesses of Europe’s racist border regime. People try to cross the Mediterranean on un-seaworthy boats like this one in the picture here, everyday. When our crew found this empty boat - they had already spent 40 hours of searching.

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

(German below) Sea Punk I is operational again! After intensive weeks of training, our crew has left port in Augusta and is patroulling the area of operation for people in distress at sea. We do so because we fight for freedom of movement and equal human rights no matter where you are from.

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

It is estimated that 4.4 million people are officially stateless, but the true figure is likely to be much higher. People become stateless through circumstances beyond their control, such as discrimination in nationality laws, gaps in birth registration, forced displacement and

A crowded football stadium, fans watching the match below. Red headline: "Football is based on nations. But what if you don't have one?" White text: "According to UNHCR, 4.4 million people are stateless or of undetermined nationality. However, the lack of accurate data and the difficulty of counting people without a legal identity means the true figure is widely believed to be much higher."

A white textured background with a photo of people gathered at night beside a Croce Rossa Italiana (Italian Red Cross) van at a port. Text: "According to the UN's 1954 Convention Relating to the Status of Stateless Persons, a stateless person is someone 'who is not considered as a national by any State under the operation of its law'."

A plain red textured background with white and bold text: "People can become stateless through circumstances beyond their control, which leaves them with no nationality or official identity, and they are marginalised and disenfranchised as a result. Statelessness restricts the lives and opportunities of millions of people around the world."

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

We are hiring! If you want to join our team and become our next Ship-Shore Coordinator, feel free to check the full job description on our website and send your application to jobs@seapunks.de by the 8th of July. Love & Rage!

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

(German below) FIRST AID TRAINING. Before every rotation, our crew completes intensive first aid training. In the Central Mediterranean, there is no immediate access to medical care. People fleeing war, persecution, or violence often reach us exhausted, hypothermic, or injured.

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

(German below) MASS CASUALTY INCIDENT + Patient Handling Training. Our crews undergo intensive training days before every rotation. During these days, they prepare to respond to a maritime emergency involving a large number of people and injuries. It requires absolute teamwork, structured command,

Nahaufnahme an Deck: Zwei Crewmitglieder der Sea Punks mit weißen Kletterhelmen stützen einen erschöpft wirkenden Mann in oranger Rettungsweste, der eine Sonnenbrille auf der Stirn trägt. Eine Helferin steht mit dem Rücken zur Kamera. Trainingsszenario für den Massenanfall von Verletzten.

Ein Mann mit umgedrehter grüner Cap und weißem T-Shirt wird von zwei Helferinnen der Sea Punks versorgt; ihm wird eine orange-gelbe Rettungsweste angelegt. Im Hintergrund Seile, Karabiner und weitere Crew an der Schiffsreling. Übung zur Patientenversorgung.

Mehrere Crewmitglieder der Sea Punks mit Helmen knien und beugen sich über eine Person, die auf einem roten Spineboard (Rettungstrage) liegt, und legen Hand an. Übung zur Erstversorgung an Deck.

Eine Frau in oranger Rettungsweste mit geöffnetem Mund (sie ruft oder spricht) wird von hinten von einem Crewmitglied der Sea Punks gestützt. Im Hintergrund ein orange-weißer Rettungsring an der weißen Schiffswand. Trainingsszenario.

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

WE ARE MANY: AND WE STAND FOR A HUMANE EUROPE IN SOLIDARITY WITH PEOPLE ON THE MOVE. While last week rightwing MEPs chanted 'send them back' in the EU Parliament after controversial deportation plans were passed, our crew was busy.

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

WANTED: CAPTAIN. For our next rotation RT26/03. Dates: 17.08.2026-25.09.2026 Requirements: STCW II/2 Master Code Vessel less than 200GT or STCW II/2 Master Workboat less than 500GT Salary: 3.340 EUR brutto per month, 1:1 contract Available? Get in touch with crewing@seapunks.de

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

WANTED: LEADING ENGINEER. Dates: 17.08.2026 – 25.09.2026 Level of certification: STCWIII/5 or higher Salary: 3340€ gross Get in touch with crewing@seapunks.de

three people in engine room of Sea Punk I

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Das legale Einsperren von Kindern, fehlender Schutz und die Möglichkeit, auch sie schneller abzulehnen, ist eine politische Entscheidung! Kinder werden wissentlich und absichtlich entrechtet.

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

GREAT NEWS! After months of drydock and shipyard our Sea Punk I passed all her inspections and is ready to set sail again soon. Preparations for our next rotation are in line already - stay tuned.

crew member working on the piping at Sea Punk I

crew member painting doors on Sea Punk I

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

The EU is creating a border complex where research is driven by security concerns and the need to develop tools for repression. The report, "Border Labs", by Stop Wapenhandel and the Transnational Institute, shows how universities are being drawn further into military and security research.

text in front, seawater in back, orange life jacket

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

We call for immediate protection of the crew and rescued persons onboard. @diplo.de @bundestag.de

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

@diplo.de und @bundestag.de die SW5 fährt unter deutscher Flagge. Sie müssen jetzt sofort handeln!

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

What does it mean to be a mother on the move? To fight not only for your own life but also for that of your children? When we draw attention to mothers’ rights, needs, work and care work on Mother’s Day, we must not forget mothers who have become refugees above all.

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Heute ist der sogenannte “Tag der Befreiung”. Wir wollen an diesem Tag zurückzuschauen und den Opfern des Nationalsozialismus gedenken. Aber wir wollen auch auf die Gegenwart schauen:

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

SHE'S AFLOAT AGAIN! Sea Punk I meanwhile has been launched from dry drock in Licata and has finally water under her keel again. This also means that we are almost done with all necessary repairs to retain certificates and have her operative soon again, back in the Mediterranean. Stay tuned!

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

CHIEF OFFICER WANTED! For our next planned rotation in June we are urgently looking for a person filling in the position of first mate. Requirements and tasks in Slide 2 and in more detail on our Crewing Website. If you suit the position we are happy to hear from you via crewing@seapunks.de

crew member on board Sea Punk I in lookout on bridge

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Migrants are often blamed for low wages and worsening living conditions, while the real causes are capitalism and exploitative systems designed to protect profit over people. Corporations and states weaponize migration to divide workers, drive wages down, and keep us fighting each other,...

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Urgent call for crew! We need people for engine support, galley and deckhands from now on until June 7th. Please get in touch via crewing@seapunks.de

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

The EU is quietly planning the next escalation in border externalisation. For years, the EU has relied on deals with authoritarian regimes to keep people away from its borders.

people in distress at sea in unseaworthy boat

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

friendly reminder: migration is not a crime.

Bart Simpson meme writing on a blackboard

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

URGENTLY ENGINE SUPPORT WANTED! 11 May until 7 June, Augusta. Engine Support assists the technical team in maintaining and repairing the ship’s engine and other mechanical systems. More details in the slide. If you suit this position please reach out via crewing@seapunks.de

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

URGENT! We are in need for a Logistician starting 17th April - open end. If you have time and suit the position, please reach out to crewing@seapunks.de - or spread the word. Love & Rage

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

Das Wort zum Sonntag in dieser Woche von @ebow. ... nachdem vor wenigen Tagen die Fraktion von CDU und CSU im Europaparlament mit Unterstützung rechter Parteien wie der AfD ein Gesetzesprojekt zur Verschärfung der EU-Asylpolitik vorangetrieben haben.

lyric quote from artist Ebow, song "Asyl"

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

People do no let other people drown, period. Everyone has the right to live a life of safety and dignity. No one should have to drown on the world's deadliest migration route to achieve this. That's why we're operating the Sea Punk I in the Mediterranean.

Crew member in engine room of Sea Punk I and quote

Crew member on Sea Punk I during training

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SEA PUNKS @seapunks.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

Das Wort zum Sonntag geht heute an @dota_kehr .. Protect People not Borders. Fertig.

Lyric Quote from musician Dota Kehr, song "Grenzen"

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