Joint Statement by the Turkish Maritime Federation and Its Member Associations: Attacks on Civilian Vessels Must End, and the Safety of Seafarers Must Be Guaranteed
As the Turkish Maritime Federation, together with our undersigned member associations, we deem it necessary to share the following statement with the public. The ongoing war in the Black Sea no longer affects only the belligerent parties; it is also directly making civilian seafarers working aboard merchant vessels engaged in international trade targets. The loss... Devamını Oku
Seafarers Pay the Price of War: Civilian Ships Must Not Be Targeted
A seafarer was killed and three others were injured in a drone attack on the Turkish-flagged MV Reyhan Sarı in the Black Sea. This was not an isolated incident; it is the latest in a dangerous series of events in which civilian ships and seafarers are increasingly being drawn into war, from the Black Sea... Devamını Oku
Statement of Solidarity Regarding the Attack on Nermin Sharif
As DAD-DER (Marine Employees’ Solidarity Association), we condemn the attempted attack on Nermin Sharif, President of the General Federation of Libyan Workers and a key representative of the struggle for trade union rights, as well as the violence she has endured. This attack is not only directed at Nermin Sharif herself but also constitutes a... Devamını Oku
ITF London Headquarters Staff Strike
ITF London headquarters staff have decided to go ahead with the strike they previously postponed, to be held from 15–18 September 2025, following the failure to reach an agreement in negotiations with ITF management. This strike is taking place because management has failed to take steps to address concerns in the restructuring and redundancy negotiations... Devamını Oku
We salute the determined stance of the Swedish Dockworkers’ Union against the imperialist war and against the hostility towards union
Dear Sisters and Brothers, We salute the determined stance of the Swedish Dockworkers’ Union against the imperialist war and against the hostility towards union. This attack on the trade union struggle, targeting union Vice President Erik Helgeson, is in fact an attack on the labour movement. As the Maritime Employees Solidarity Association (DAD-DER), we want... Devamını Oku
Start of Ramadan
Dear Brothers and Sisters, Start of the month of Ramadan On behalf of the ITF, I would like to extend our greetings to all affiliates and members who celebrate the month of Ramadan. Ramadan is a time to focus on unity, to renew and enhance ties between family and community, and to remember our brothers... Devamını Oku
Solidarity Message to German Union Ver.di
We are deeply saddened to learn that during the demonstration organized by the German Union Ver.di in Munich yesterday, at least 28 people were injured when a vehicle drove into the crowd. As DAD-DER, we strongly condemn this heinous attack and extend our best wishes to the Ver.di Union and the injured. We want to... Devamını Oku
We have not forgotten, we will not forget!
We have not forgotten and will not forget the earthquakes of 6 February 2023, which affected 11 cities, killed tens of thousands of people and caused great destruction and tragedy!
New ITF guidance shows companies how to respect the human rights of seafarers shipping cargo
With 90% of goods transported by sea, companies rely on seafarers to keep their supply chains moving. As human rights due diligence (HRDD) laws expand in scope and reach, many companies are falling behind on their responsibilities. New HRDD guidance from the ITF, Respecting the human rights of seafarers in global supply chains, was launched... Devamını Oku
