SOLAS amendments 2020 entered into force

A set of important amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) enter into force on 1 January 2020.

They include:

  • Addressing lifeboat maintenance - preventing accidents with lifeboats
  • Subdivision and damage stability
  • Planning for evacuation on cruise ships
  • Expanding maritime satellite communications equipment providers.

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Powerful Support for Ukrainian Transport Workers: The 46th ITF Congress Adopted MTWTU's Motion

The Marine Transport Workers' Trade Union of Ukraine, supported by the Trade Union of Railwaymen and Transport Construction Workers of Ukraine, submitted an important motion to the 46th Congress of the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) in Marrakech.

Dark fleet’s growing role in seafarer abandonments showcased by ageing gas tankers

Amid a rise in seafarer abandonments linked to vessels employed in sanctions trades, a fleet of gas tankers stands out as a repeat offender.

Українські моряки отримали нові привілеї

Що змінилося в колективних угодах на суднах норвезьких судновласників

Marrakech Policy: нові зобов'язання щодо покращення умов праці для моряків

На 46-му Конгресі ITF прийнято новий документ, встановлюючий стандарти прав і умов праці моряків по всьому світу

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