Nautilus Federation

"We are living in fear" - that's the message from seafarers as civilian ships are caught in the crossfire of the war between Israel and the USA, and Iran. 👇 wired.me/story/legal-lo…

Seafarers stuck near the Strait of Hormuz are short on supplies and experiencing high levels of anxiety. Governments must do more to protect them.

M.E.B.A. joins fellow maritime unions in expressing alarm over Trump's sweeping 60-day #JonesAct waiver. This action undermines national security, weakens military readiness, and will not provide meaningful relief at the gas pump. We call on the Administration to reverse course.

I will never get tired of repeating myself when I say that any attack on innocent seafarers or civilian shipping is totally unacceptable, said @IMOSecGen as he opened the Extraordinary Session of the Council to address the impacts on shipping & seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz.

Seafarers in the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman are facing escalating risks to their lives as attacks on ships escalate. At least six cargo vessels have been hit in the Strait of Hormuz within the last 48 hours.

Civilian seafarers are trapped in the Persian Gulf living in fear of their ship being attacked. Flag states - we demand that you step up and do more to fulfil your obligations to protect those on your ships.

“The Maritime Labour Convention brought together 100 years of maritime labour standards into one convention with teeth” Cotton warned the industry must continue to adapt as the world changes. @ilo @IMOHQ @shippingics

ITF, alongside the Joint Negotiating Group, has upgraded the Strait of Hormuz, Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf to a Warlike Operations Area. This activates protections and compensation for seafarers working in the war zone, including the right to refuse to sail. © @Reuters

The @ilo brings together global leaders and maritime stakeholders to reflect on the Maritime Labour Convention’s impact and the strength of social dialogue and multilateralism in keeping the MLC fit for purpose. ⏱️ 12:30 GMT 10th March live.ilo.org/event/maritime…

⚓️ITF and maritime industry partners have designated the Strait of Hormuz a High Risk Area amid the escalating war now posing direct risks to commercial shipping and seafarers in the region. Read the full story ⬇️ itfglobal.org/en/news/joint-…

Nautilus International calls for seafarer protections as Middle East conflict disrupts key shipping routes “Seafarers are not expendable, and they must not be treated as collateral damage in regional or international conflicts. The current situation in and around the Strait of Hormuz represents a serious escalation in risk for the men and women working at sea, many of whom are simply trying to do their jobs and return home safely. Their safety must come first, and that means clear information, robust protections, and the unequivocal right to refuse to sail into warlike or unsafe zones without fear of penalty.” Shipowners, flag states and ports states must ensure that the rights enshrined in the International Labour Organizations’ (ILO) Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), 2006, are extended to all seafarers.

Seafarer abandonment in 2025 rose to record high levels 📈 Abandonment is a disgrace and must be stopped. We're calling for: - Verified ownership - Ship blacklisting - Investigation into Flags of Convenience @Splash_247

The @BBCBusiness exposes the human cost of the global surge in ship abandonment, revealed by the work of the ITF Inspectorate — with 6,223 seafarers left stranded on 410 vessels in 2025, the worst year on record. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

Calling all seafarers! ⛴️ Shore leave has reached crisis levels. For many crews, it has essentially vanished. We are looking to understand whether you have ever paid for or been denied shore leave. It only takes 2 minutes. Complete our survey 👉 bit.ly/3Lz8RcM

"Workers on the ships described physical violence, including hitting or strangulation, wage deductions, intimidation and debt bondage – a system that in effect traps them at sea. Many reported working excessive hours with little rest." theguardian.com/environment/20…

A new year means new ports, new possibilities, and new goals on the horizon. As M.E.B.A. mariners look ahead to 2026, we also recognize the families at home who make every voyage possible. Here’s to a safe year ahead, on deck and at home. #MEBA #UnionStrong #Mariners

As we enter 2026, we wish all transport workers a safe and prosperous New Year. Here’s to building workers’ power throughout 2026! #WeMoveTheWorld

Happy New Year from M.E.B.A.! Here’s to 2026: a year of unity, growth, and strength at sea.

Belle et heureuse année 2026 avec en souhaits prioritaires : la paix entre les peuples, la justice sociale et la fraternité! La @CFDT_FGTE vous adresse ses meilleurs vœux à vous et à vos proches.

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