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Global unions condemn Turkey detention of rights defenders
The move followed the recent dismissals, investigations and prosecutions under the Turkish Penal Code and Anti-Terror Law of 1,128 academics from 89 universities in...
Invitation: Panama Canal report press conference next week
The event will be held at 10:00 on 27 April 2016 in the Campo Alegre A suite of The Marriott Hotel, Calle 52 con Ricardo Arias, Panama City...
ITF announces MLC implementation and enforcement study
The ITF was a major mover in the development of the MLC, which sets out comprehensive and enforceable minimum standards for seafarers’ working and living...
IMEC, ITF agree USD 3m investment in Ukraine maritime training
IMEC and the ITF work together as social partners to administer the SEPF. The funds will support the work of the Kherson State Maritime Academy (KSMA) and the...
New study raises safety concerns over new Panama Canal locks
The ITF commissioned the study, which was carried out by Brazil’s Fundação Homem de Mar (FHM), in response to safety concerns raised by its Panamanian member...
ITF backs workers’ calls for justice at Solomon Islands Port Authority
According to ITF member the Workers' Union of Solomon Islands (WUSI), SIPA chief executive Colin Yow had objected to its application for union recognition, forcing...
ITF underlines Panama Canal safety case
This latest information comes after the Panama Canal Authority (PCA) published a press release (The Panama Canal Dismisses ITF Claims, Commends Thousands Who Helped...
Advance notice to press – invite to join ITF youth mission on Palestinian truck drivers project visit
Members of the press are invited to join them on the visit on Wednesday 11 May at 9am. The project was launched to provide Palestinian drivers with access to...