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Maritime unions and employers call on governments to identify seafarers as key workers and facilitate crew changes
Joint statement from the International Bargaining Forum (IBF)
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Message to G20 leaders and ministers on facilitating essential movement of seafarers and marine personnel
Joint statement from the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) About 90 per cent of global trade is moved by maritime transport, which is
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ICS and ITF call on G20 to support the “unsung heroes of global trade”
Covid-19 restrictions are storing up trouble for seafarers and global supply chains LONDON - 7 APRIL 2020: The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and the International Transport Workers ’
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ITF Aviation Demands Action to Address the Impact of Covid-19
Aviation is fighting for its survival during the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic. It cannot win this fight on its own. We must make bold decisions today that will define the future of the industry and
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ITF/IRU: Joint demands for governments and international bodies
Transport workers and companies are the lifeblood of the global economy: connecting people, linking supply chains and keeping the world moving. Their work and services are vital to successfully
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Covid-19 map launched to support global seafarers
The ITF has launched a map showing the effect of Covid-19 restrictions on countries and ports around the globe. Based on data from the ITF’s network of around 140 inspectors and contact networks, the
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IRU/ITF: support road transport essential to safeguarding a healthy global economy
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) have issued a joint statement calling for support from governments and international bodies to
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Covid-19: ITF Global Demands for Governments and Employers
Covid-19 is issuing the world an unprecedented collective challenge. Across the world – workers, employers and governments - must work together to minimise the damage done.
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Australian Prime Minister urged to do the “right thing” for thousands of stranded seafarers
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) have called on the Australian Prime Minister to do the “right thing” for the thousands of seafarers stranded on cruise vessels drifting off the coast of Australia.
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Brave decisions will define the future of aviation
Aviation is fighting for its survival during the Covid-19 pandemic. It cannot win this fight on its own. We must make bold decisions today that will define the future of the industry and the lives of