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ITF unions at the forefront of tackling violence against women today received extra support as the ITF launched a ground-breaking new publication: ITF Action Guide on: violence against women. For many women and girls the world over, violence is an all-too-common occurrence. According to the latest

An official report that exposed massive safety risks concerning toxic gases in shipping containers shows that workers face daily danger, the Maritime Union of New Zealand (MUNZ) has warned. The Wellingtonian newspaper claimed on 14 March that the Customs Service published internally the findings in

Low-cost airline Ryanair is about to get unannounced visits from state aviation and labour inspectors in Norway, following revelations by two sacked cabin crew members of the terms of their contracts. A special meeting of state aviation authorities, government officials and labour leaders took place

As union members and supporters worldwide prepare for a day of support on 26 March for the families affected by DHL Turkey’s dismissals, ITF affiliate ver.di has stepped up the pressure on the German parent company, following a recent visit to Germany by representatives of the Turkish workers’ union

The ITF’s third East Asia maritime action week of 2013 begins today at major ports in Japan, Korea, Russia and Taiwan. The week runs from 9 to 13 September. During it joint inspection teams will check and enforce decent pay and working conditions onboard vessels. They will also be promoting the

Workers at ITF-affiliated Unite the Union took action on unreasonable workloads and alleged bullying with a 24-hour strike, which started at 00.01 on Friday 22 November in London, UK. RMT members also visited to show their support. Onay Kasab, Unite regional officer, explained the background to the

ITF dockers’ unions have been pledging their support for colleagues around the world currently involved in port disputes. Meeting in London this week, the dockers’ section committee heard a report from the ground on the latest developments at the Port of Hong Kong. Chan Chiu-wai of the Hong Kong

Activists from across ITF docker and seafarer unions are being encouraged to share their stories and experiences via the dedicated dockers and seafarers website as part of the drive to grow and solidify links between maritime union members on the ground. Originally developed to support the Maritime

Ver.di announced on 18 March the successful conclusion to collective bargaining negotiations about co-determination for European Air Transport (EAT) flight deck crew in DHL’s Leipzig operation. The agreement is closely based on the works council constitution act which covers other EAT workers. In

The ITF today applauded port state control in Canada and Denmark for their action in detaining two vessels under the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC) – and pointed out how the detentions prove the new convention’s potential. In Canada the Lia M was detained, and in Denmark the Atlantic Carrier