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05 Apr 2019
EU halts rescue operation in the Mediterranean
The European Union (EU) has suspended its search-and-rescue sea patrols that have helped to rescue thousands of refugees and migrants attempting the dangerous...
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05 Apr 2019
New US rule benefits seafarers’ shore leave
The US Coast Guard has issued a new rule on seafarers’ access to maritime facilities. The move comes after a longstanding effort by the US Seafarers International...
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05 Apr 2019
Australia detains ship after ITF raises crew concerns
The Australian authorities have detained a German-owned bulk carrier after the ITF raised the crew’s concerns about conditions on board. The Australian Maritime...
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03 Apr 2019
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Global unions condemn Brunei’s homophobic laws
The world’s global union federations have come together to unequivocally condemn new laws in Brunei that punish homosexual sex with death by stoning. Today, a...
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27 Mar 2019
Fair transport is safe transport
ITF general secretary Stephen Cotton spoke to thousands of transport workers rallying in Brussels to demand #FairTransport for Europe. He addressed the rally...
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27 Mar 2019
Press Release
German bulk carrier detained after crew complain of no food, bullying and denial of shore leave
The complaints from on board the Flag of Convenience (FoC) vessel berthed at the Port Kembla Coal Terminal were received by the International Transport Workers’...
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22 Mar 2019
Press Release
Fair Transport NOW! Workers and unions launch wave of coordinated protests and actions across Europe
On land, at sea and in the air, more than 10 million Europeans work in transport. They provide vital services that we all depend on. But sadly, they are under...
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19 Mar 2019
Young workers in the Philippines building power in four steps
Young ITF activists have come together in the Philippines, as part of a workshop to develop tactics and skills to increase the role of young workers in their...