Updates from around the globe on the ITF’s work to build a fairer, safer and more just world for seafarers. Our news section covers issues affecting all seafarers, wherever they may be, and what we’re doing to improve seafarers’ lives and jobs, now and in the future.
A number of unions and global union federations have written to the International Labour Organization (ILO — part of the UN) asking it to urgently intervene on b
Today we mark International Workers’ Memorial Day (IWMD). A day when we mourn for those who have been killed at work - taken from their friends, families and workmates too soon.
Today we mark International Workers’ Memorial Day (IWMD).
Union leaders from across the globe have descended on the London offices of the Dubai-based owner of P&O Ferries, DP World.
Officials at the Port of Dover yesterday refused access to ITF Inspectors who were present in order to investigate welfare issues that ha
Joint press release from ITF, ITF Seafarers' Trust, MTWTU and V.Group
International maritime employers and unions are urging governments to significantly increase efforts to ensure safe and secure passage for vessels following reports of mines drift
Joint press release from ITF, ETF, Nautilus International & RMT
Unions have secured an important victory in the campaign for seafarers’ safety this week as a Dutch court has ruled that ship managers, ship owners and charterer
A number of maritime industry players have come together to provide safe and secure accommodation in Romania and Poland for Ukrainian seafarers
DP World sells itself as a progressive business concerned with social and corporate responsibility that supports labour rights and works ‘in a responsible way th
