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This May Day, transport workers stand united for a better world
The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) joins workers around the world to celebrate May Day – a day of solidarity, struggle, and commitment to building a better world for all.
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ITF advances recognition of labour rights at ICAO
An International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) delegation has successfully defended aviation workers’ rights at this week’s 18th meeting of the International Civil Aviation Organization’s Air
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International Workers’ Memorial Day 2025: Remember the dead, fight for the living
Every year, thousands of transport workers are killed while doing their jobs.
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Unity for aviation workers is strength
As members of the global trade union movement – and representatives of aviation unions from across the globe – we stand united against the rising threat of chauvinism, nationalism and unilateralism
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DCA crash underscores aviation workers’ heavy responsibility and unwavering commitment
In light of the announcement that the PSA Airlines Flight 5342 crash has now moved to a recovery operation, the ITF mourns the tragic loss of life of the crew and passengers on board the aircraft and
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ITF statement on PSA Airlines flight 5342 collision
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) is shocked and saddened by the tragic midair collision involving a PSA Airlines jet operating as American Airlines Flight 5342, and a U.S. Army
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Chronic staffing issues put aviation growth projections at risk
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) today called upon airlines, airports, ANSPs, ground handlers, OEMs and stakeholders across the aviation supply chain to engage with unions on
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ITF's message of condolences
The International Transport Workers' Federation and the 13 million transport workers it represents, would like to convey our heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of those who were
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ITF joins global aviation industry in delivering joint declaration to ICAO, on 80th anniversary of the Chicago Convention
To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Chicago Convention, the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) is joining 10 leading aviation and transport organisations in pledging its
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Most aviation workers face violence or harassment at work regularly, new report finds
ITF report finds violence and harassment against aviation workers commonplace and sets out clear recommendations for industry and regulators to make workplaces safer. The report ‘ Make Work Safe
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Lufthansa Airlines pulls crew from striking US hotel in victory for international solidarity
After several weeks of intense negotiations and global action, the Lufthansa Group answered union calls to stop using the Hilton San Francisco Union Square hotel, where workers are on strike, for
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ITF Milestone in Global Aviation Governance
At our recent Civil Aviation Conference held on 15 October 2024, in Marrakech, affiliates across the board expressed strong support for intensifying our involvement and influence within the
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Seafarers win collective bargaining breakthrough in Iran
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