Remembering the lives and contributions of those who have fought to improve the working conditions of transport workers around the world.
In memory
In memory
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Glenton “Glen” Wood
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) mourns the passing of Glenton “Glen” Wood, a towering figure of the Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) and a deeply respected trade unionist across
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Stephen Abima
It is with deep sadness and fond memories that the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) has learned of the passing of Stephen Abima, former General Secretary of the Amalgamated Transport
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Ole Philipsen
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ole Philipsen, Chair of the ITF Offshore Task Force and a long-standing member of the ITF’s Fair Practices Committee. Ole passed away after a
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Peter McEwen
It is with deep sadness that the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) marks the passing of Peter McEwen (MBE MNM) a tireless advocate for seafarers around the world. Throughout his career
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George San Mateo
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) mourns the passing of George San Mateo, former national president of PISTON (Pinagkaisang Samahan ng mga Tsuper at Operador Nationwide) and a
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Jimmy Donovan
The ITF joins the Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) and transport unions globally in mourning the loss of Jimmy Donovan, a former Waterside Workers' Federation (WWF) and MUA Sydney Branch official
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Dr Susan Michaelis
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) mourns the loss of Dr Susan Michaelis, a pioneering voice for aviation safety and a tireless campaigner for lobular breast cancer research, who
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Mayo Uruguaio Fernandes
On behalf of the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF), representing more than 16.5 million transport workers globally, we extend our deepest condolences on the passing of our great friend
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Dan Gallin
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) is saddened by the recent passing of Dan Gallin, former General Secretary of the International Union of Food, Agricultural, Hotel, Restaurant
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P.M. Mohammed Haneef
It is with a profound and deep sense of sadness that the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) heard the news of the passing of P.M. Mohammed Haneef – the President of our Indian affiliate
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Avi Levy
Avi Levy, Chairman of the Israel Sea Officers’ Union (ISOU), was a pillar of Israel’s shipping industry who fought to protect seafarers’ wellbeing and rights throughout his career – and it is with
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ITF mourns the passing of Pope Francis, champion of working people and peace
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) joins working people around the world in mourning the passing of Pope Francis – a courageous voice for justice, dignity, and peace. Pope Francis
