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Agreement reached on new global minimum wage for seafarers
The International Chamber of Shipping and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) both welcomed the introduction of a new minimum wage, following negotiations in Geneva.These increases…
Seafarers officially recognised as ‘key workers’ after successful Geneva negotiations
Landmark changes to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) mean seafarers are officially recognised as ‘key workers’ by the International Labour Organization (ILO). The Seafarers’ Group at the ILO…
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ITF Welcomes MEPC83 Agreement: Seafarers Central to Decarbonisation Efforts
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) welcomes the agreement reached at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Marine Environment Protection Committee 83rd session (MEPC83),…
Union power wins new Interislander ferries for New Zealand
Government U-turns after union campaign, promises new publicly owned, rail-enabled ferries for Cook Strait. In a huge win for International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) affiliates, the…
ITF and Panama reaffirm commitment to seafarer support
ITF and largest flag state continue joint work spanning seafarer abandonment, new technology and union agreement coverage.The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF), ITF-affiliate, the…