https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-rss/news-rssenSat, 04 Apr 2026 17:02:54 Z05d7424b-8e77-4a1a-9481-168595a28b7dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/2026/april/nautilus-takes-seafarers-voices-to-the-heart-of-europes-skills-debate/When Europe’s maritime industry gathered in Brussels to set the direction for future seafaring skills, Nautilus International made sure it was your concerns leading the conversation.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:31:45 Z2026-04-02T14:41:25Z189c9101-d277-45a3-882e-06b5701e51c5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-at-stena-line-vote-to-accept-two-year-pay-deal/Nautilus members at Stena Line have voted to accept a two-year pay agreement that will deliver wage increases, improved pension contributions and a mechanism to review pay against inflation.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:50:19 Z2026-04-02T08:57:05Z392b0cd5-9f48-4f55-83e8-1629005bee49https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-cadets-struggling-with-safety-rights-and-reporting-in-a-digital-era-suggests-new-data/The latest Sailors' Society cadet report, which focuses on connectivity at sea, online harassment and social media pressure, paints a stark picture of the troubles faced by the new generation of UK and European seafarers.Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:16:52 Z2026-04-02T09:37:25Z451050a6-eaa5-44fe-b382-9bfb0e208fd8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-river-cruise-social-partnership-helps-sijfa-cruises-navigate-crew-relations/SijFa Cruises appears to be turning a corner after a tumultuous 2025 season, with new leadership at the company working closely with Nautilus International to resolve long‑standing problems affecting hundreds of inland waterway crew's pay and conditions.Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:26:29 Z2026-03-31T13:58:41Z92d00ae5-7809-4d87-812a-27ee9fc8f564https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/yacht-crew-check-training-providers-before-enrolling/Nautilus International is reminding members in the yacht sector to carefully check that any training provider is officially approved before enrolling on a course, after a member recently lost an employment opportunity due to an invalid certificate.Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:29:46 Z2026-04-01T07:41:46Z02e7b549-2c04-4149-8ba5-d92837f18a0chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-member-states-agree-to-work-together-on-evacuation-plan-for-persian-gulf/As Nautilus works to support members affected by the Middle East conflict, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) is taking the lead on evacuating the 20,000 civilian seafarers and 2,000 merchant vessels currently stranded in the Persian GulfTue, 24 Mar 2026 11:06:00 Z2026-03-24T12:47:04Z796b2b5a-1783-4b26-8be8-7fbb70baf50chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/flag-state-failures-putting-seafarers-at-risk-in-persian-gulf-union-renews-calls-for-safe-passage/Message from Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson on the escalating US-Israeli war against Iran and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:49:16 Z2026-03-20T11:00:22Z91a9a737-600f-4ca5-a412-4155a7087cedhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-requests-min-reassessment-to-ensure-timely-repatriation/Nautilus International has expressed its concerns to the Maritime and Coastguard Agency after the release of Marine Information Note (MIN) 732 on 12 MarchThu, 19 Mar 2026 12:16:11 Z2026-03-20T09:47:30Zf403d7b7-0f93-42cc-9625-06bca959f094https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-visits-uksa-to-support-future-yacht-crew/Nautilus International has continued its longstanding partnership with the UK Sailing Academy (UKSA) with a winter visit to meet cadets beginning their careers in the yacht sector.Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:25:50 Z2026-03-18T14:55:36Z46f60420-d71e-4cfa-850b-11fee46eba72https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/training-seafarers-for-the-fuel-transition/From Royal Fleet Auxiliary cadet to director of operations at the Northern Lighthouse Board, Captain Phil Day shares his insights on preparing seafarers for a sustainable maritime futureTue, 17 Mar 2026 16:31:52 Z2026-03-17T16:42:05Z82e6010a-6030-4fa9-b7bc-02df1fb57ebchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/from-sea-cadet-to-chief-mate-nautilus-catches-up-with-third-officer-member-gareth-hampton/Nautilus International reconnects with member Gareth Hampton – now a qualified chief mate – after first meeting him back in 2020 as a cadet.Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:42:35 Z2026-03-18T11:05:05Zad533146-6419-4ae4-a5b9-c379ca1426cehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/cassie-mead-on-sustainability-mental-health-and-demanding-better-for-seafarers/Second officer Cassie Mead has spent over 20 years in the maritime industry, working her way through the ranks. She tells Helen Kelly why proper crewing levels are key to sustainability, her journey with an ADHD diagnosis, and how Gen Z seafarers are forcing the industry to changeTue, 17 Mar 2026 10:29:56 Z2026-03-17T14:24:52Z4830defa-786e-4870-9ad4-eb938fff016ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-pressure-wins-middle-east-hazard-pay-from-dutch-shipowners/Merchant seafarers stuck on Dutch vessels in the Middle East will now receive hazard pay equal to double their salaries, thanks to Nautilus International.Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:00:00 Z2026-03-18T15:32:11Zda5c265a-35ec-44e4-894d-270db0460090https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-warn-of-inland-waterway-skills-and-digitalisation-challenges/Nautilus International joined industry and union leaders in highlighting the growing pressures on Europe's inland waterway workforce, at a high‑level conference organised by the Luxembourg Trade Union Confederation (LCGB) and the European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF).Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:36:07 Z2026-03-31T14:03:11Z5ab274cb-61bb-48ac-8166-db26bdaef3a1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/poor-watchkeeping-blamed-for-fatal-north-sea-veritypolesie-collision/Inadequate watchkeeping and ineffective collision avoidance manoeuvres led to a fatal North Sea collision between the cargo carrier Verity and bulk carrier Polesie, a Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) report has found.Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:02:39 Z2026-03-13T10:32:11Z382a95ba-a19d-4ba1-ae16-6b0f296a009chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/spirit-of-discovery-propulsion-failure-highlights-clear-lessons-on-safety-and-decision-making/The MAIB has identified 'clear lessons' on vessel safety, crew decision making and onboard medical responses after its investigation found that violent ship motion in heavy weather led to a propulsion failure on the UK-flagged Saga Cruises vessel Spirit of Discovery.Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:57:36 Z2026-03-11T14:21:28Zb082d7bc-bf90-4925-9a30-0cc0136a88b4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/charting-a-course-through-uk-maritime-pensions-how-nautilus-supports-members/Nautilus International's head of governance and compliance, Garry Elliott, explains how the Union is navigating the evolving landscape of UK maritime pensions for members.Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:32:26 Z2026-03-13T09:44:55Z3e81021d-6336-4503-81ce-79b1303f4fcbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/advice-to-uk-shipowners-in-gulf/The UK Warlike Operations Area Committee (WOAC) has formally designated the Persian Gulf (PG), Straits of Hormuz (SoH) and Gulf of Oman (GOO) as a warlike area.Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:04:26 Z2026-03-13T08:59:45Zafff1991-7ae0-4e42-a3c9-e100590ecb06https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-marks-international-womens-day-with-a-call-to-modernise-maritime-workplaces/Nautilus International assistant general secretary Sascha Meijer has warned that the fight for women's rights is 'not an abstract international agenda, but a reality' – a fact still all too relevant in the maritime industryMon, 09 Mar 2026 15:06:40 Z2026-03-09T16:32:17Z81c27fd6-191b-41e8-9667-bad05ffc2c2ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/strait-of-hormuz-a-warlike-area/The UK Warlike Operations Area Committee (WOAC) has formally designated the Persian Gulf (PG), Straits of Hormuz (SoH) and Gulf of Oman (GOO) as a warlike area.Sat, 07 Mar 2026 10:12:59 Z2026-03-07T10:18:49Z142351ae-1593-4206-baeb-d2c2b8c263a6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/warlike-operations-area-designation-for-strait-of-hormuz/The designation follows a sharp deterioration in the security situation in the region, including confirmed attacks on commercial vessels and increasing instability affecting international shipping routes.Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:41:00 Z2026-03-07T10:30:02Z806ab4c2-3500-404d-a8f5-483e936daf82https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-pays-respects-on-anniversary-of-herald-of-free-enterprise-disaster/Nautilus International was represented today at the 39th anniversary service for the loss of the ferry MS Herald of Free Enterprise.Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:28:10 Z2026-03-06T14:30:24Zabaed265-2ede-4c4a-92ea-40fcb55444efhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-achieves-significant-step-forward-in-maritime-menopause-support/The UK trade union movement has once again emphatically backed Nautilus International’s ongoing campaign to stand up for female seafarers’ rights.Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:38:25 Z2026-03-09T16:22:16Z910d4ac7-7af3-4129-adc0-4433837c4679https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-faq-guidance-for-members-on-the-situation-in-the-middle-east/This FAQ for seafarers reflects the current security environment following Operation Epic Fury (United States) and Operation Roaring Lion (Israel), and subsequent Iranian retaliatory strikesThu, 05 Mar 2026 12:01:43 Z2026-03-17T14:16:46Z4976a034-81c0-44b7-bdf3-0a4cfeadeb1bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-final-message-from-the-general-secretary/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson reflects on 17 years as general secretary and 26 years of service to the Union.Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:00:00 Z2026-03-04T11:25:56Za4c42f27-8702-4fd7-a9ab-4f0890986b54https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-care-home-manager-secures-national-gong-at-great-british-care-awards/Nautilus Care Home manager Grace Holley has been named the National Care Home Registered Manager of the Year at the prestigious Great British Care Awards, securing the top national title at a gala event in Birmingham on Friday 27 February 2026.Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:26:04 Z2026-03-04T14:54:52Z000eee9e-fe2d-4fcd-95f8-8a3f78b4c55dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/david-appleton-members-speak-up-on-stcw/At the latest Nautilus Professional and Technical Forum on 3 February, we invited members to contribute to the Union’s position on the ongoing review of STCW – with concrete proposals for amendments soon to be considered at the International Maritime Organization (IMO).Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:28:50 Z2026-03-02T15:23:39Zd9d90c61-9ebe-43e3-bce7-2b9150b9774ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/protect-seafarers-caught-in-middle-east-conflict/Nautilus International is gravely concerned by the rapid deterioration in security across key maritime routes in the Middle East, including the Strait of Hormuz, because of escalating military conflict in the region.Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:50:11 Z2026-03-03T09:46:12Zc37cd3cd-868a-416c-91d8-31ea38474aa0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/protecting-maritime-jobs-and-boosting-national-security/A new Nautilus policy report explores how maritime cabotage could revitalise the UK Merchant Navy, safeguard strategic capabilities, and create quality jobs for British seafarers. Helen Kelly highlights the main pointsTue, 24 Feb 2026 12:34:57 Z2026-03-18T15:50:44Zed35f5ab-ba6b-4597-8b04-f2bb5c4867c8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/uk-cabotage---lets-make-it-happen/With workers' rights generating buzz this year, now is the time to spotlight how the UK fails to legally protect domestic maritime jobs. Sarah Robinson explains the latest moves in the Nautilus campaign for cabotage legislationTue, 24 Feb 2026 12:13:51 Z2026-03-18T15:49:58Z03974cb2-c443-4b7c-8ac1-87e79587cc44https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mlc-at-20-the-fight-goes-on/Today marks 20 years since the adoption of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) – the 'fourth pillar' of maritime regulation and a genuine bill of rights for seafarers.Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:46:32 Z2026-02-26T14:55:11Zb0102861-fcc3-471c-8019-5d90ffdb37d0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-caseworker-receives-award-for-service-to-seafarers/Nautilus Welfare Fund caseworker Iain Lindsay has been recognised with a prestigious Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) Award for Services to Seafarers' Welfare.Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:19:04 Z2026-03-12T15:02:33Zb714061a-5328-4c05-a23e-8c1903ca3afdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-seafarers-trust-celebrates-20-year-mlc-anniversary-with-funding-to-promote-seafarers-rights-in-the-arab-world/The ITF Seafarers' Trust (ITFST) is announcing new project funding of EUR 500,000 to the International Labour Organisation on the 20-year anniversary of the adoption of the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC).Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:52:18 Z2026-02-23T12:10:11Z360a9f10-c268-4235-aacb-b37598c130a2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-labour-convention-20-years-of-advancing-social-dialogue-and-decent-work-at-sea/Joint statement from the International Labour Organization, the International Chamber of Shipping, and International Transport Workers' Federation on the 20th anniversary of the Maritime Labour ConventionMon, 23 Feb 2026 11:38:45 Z2026-03-02T01:01:10Z4f9b1e0f-d691-4dda-a805-5882edf9efa0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-officers-vote-for-strike-action/Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) officers have delivered an emphatic ballot result, demonstrating immense strength of feeling over pay and conditions across the workforce.Fri, 20 Feb 2026 09:06:36 Z2026-02-20T10:48:49Z5a19f253-5483-4fb4-ad79-5b88b27c1412https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/enhanced-employment-rights-heading-your-way/Maritime professionals will begin to benefit from the largest shakeup of UK employment rights in decades as the UK's Employment Rights Act comes into force.Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:05:44 Z2026-02-17T15:34:30Z01ee8a03-79d1-4556-8569-61eaac90ef2ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/david-dearsley/David Dearsley served as a shipowners’ representative at the highest levels of international maritime dialogue. He played an important role in the establishment of the Maritime Labour Convention and in the development of the International Bargaining Forum with the ITF.Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:34:11 Z2026-02-14T13:34:23Z9f25072e-e5ca-4510-803f-fdfc3dad88cchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/uk-employment-rights-act-a-win-for-seafarers/The UK Employment Rights Bill finally received Royal assent on 18 December 2025. Now an Act of Parliament, it represents the most significant overhaul of UK workers' rights in a generation and ushers in some major positive changes for maritime professionals after years of lobbying by Nautilus.Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:21:01 Z2026-02-17T15:34:55Z5d59000e-435f-4f91-ace1-f79b7d0b1ebchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/time-to-fix-flags-of-convenience/Nautilus head of international relations Danny McGowan says that governments must enforce and review UN conventions to control flags of convenience and therefore combat the global 'shadow fleet'Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:23:01 Z2026-02-11T14:37:39Z725e7f72-b0cb-41bb-91f2-e490158f4f85https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/why-it-pays-to-be-a-nautilus-member-in-the-yacht-industry/Nautilus International recovered more than £1 million in unpaid wages for yacht crew during 2025, continuing the Union's longstanding work to support members who face mistreatment in the superyacht sector.Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:02:36 Z2026-02-11T14:16:06Z148dac7d-6402-4715-93da-35bd5c542664https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/taking-members-concerns-to-the-decision-makers/Positive meeting between the Union and UK government minister Kate Dearden on special circumstances of seafarers regarding employment rights and the Dreadnought Medical Service.Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:50:33 Z2026-02-17T15:32:05Zfaf9b2fe-cddc-446e-a678-d2b0c0cfa422https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/officer-members-urged-to-take-part-in-key-european-green-skills-training-survey/Nautilus International is calling on its deck and engineering officer members to complete a new European Maritime Skills' Forum (E‑MSF) Green Skills survey, which will help shape future seafarer training standards as the maritime industry moves towards low‑ and zero‑carbon fuels.Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:48:20 Z2026-02-05T15:39:08Za6e7fa3a-a848-4282-abaf-969db350fa29https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/piracy-conflict-zones-seafarer-welfare-and-almost-becoming-an-actor-the-remarkable-journey-of-captain-james-hofton/Retired master Captain James Hofton reflects on his career, joining the first Nautilus International Council, and 25 years' as a Nautilus Welfare Fund committee member – plus nearly becoming an actor.Mon, 02 Feb 2026 16:59:03 Z2026-02-19T08:46:50Za892e8a3-0ade-4107-ba63-c35cf6866cddhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-urged-to-issue-new-safety-guidance-for-nonsolas-vessels-after-fatal-2023-pilot-ladder-accident/The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has been asked to issue new safety guidance urging non‑SOLAS vessels to carry an alternative means of recovering an unconscious person, following a recent Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) report into a fatal pilot transfer accident.Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:58:57 Z2026-02-02T15:26:59Z6fcc02c7-268b-4946-845f-af385ec6f34fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maib-2025-data-shows-persistent-risk-of-accidents/The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published updated figures for 2025, offering a snapshot of safety trends across the maritime sector.Mon, 02 Feb 2026 13:59:30 Z2026-02-02T15:28:19Z96edaed2-d796-4c3d-ac90-57a64f67bcdchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-warns-seafarer-abandonment-has-reached-record-levels/Seafarer abandonment has reached its highest level on record, with new figures from the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) revealing a sharp rise in both the number of ships involved and the number of seafarers affected.Fri, 30 Jan 2026 10:45:11 Z2026-01-30T10:47:28Z110702bb-978e-4e05-b2c3-695de303f9dahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ask-the-expert/Ask the expert is for all members with questions or concerns about cadet training, including coursework, exams, sea time, and getting that all-important first job onboard.Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:15:00 Z2026-01-29T10:26:55Z387b5345-5312-4803-8bbb-94d309f06acdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/young-members-urged-to-support-unions-campaign-for-a-human-in-the-loop-in-the-face-of-a-high-tech-future/Nautilus International is calling on its young members to play a pivotal role in helping shape the future of maritime work as autonomous technologies and artificial intelligence continue to transform the industry.Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:03:52 Z2026-02-06T12:57:49Zca4f7650-5ff9-4953-b037-300adb8309a7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/why-dei-isnt-a-dirty-word-in-maritime/Despite the backlash against diversity, equity and inclusion in some parts of the world, many maritime employers remain committed to DEI policies. It's all about improving life onboard and creating a strong safety culture where people aren't afraid to speak up.Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:01:10 Z2026-02-04T16:51:13Zd7a0403e-f1de-435c-8b8d-9a233806c20ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pay-victory-at-lloyds-register/Members at Lloyd's Register's Dutch operations have secured a significant pay improvement following industrial action, ending a protracted dispute at the classification society.Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:37:21 Z2026-01-22T17:03:49Zfca6a6b7-6395-43af-91e2-480187238c5ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/dealing-with-dementia-you-can-depend-on-us/If you or your family are facing the challenges of dementia, the Nautilus Welfare Fund is here for you.Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:09:59 Z2026-02-03T14:22:04Za0490d68-57ce-40b3-bc58-b4487c5f586chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/pension-justice-now/Rob Coston speaks to Jim Harrison, former group legal director at Lloyd's Register and now a leading figure in the Pensioners Pre-97 Justice Alliance, about the campaign to restore financial securityMon, 19 Jan 2026 17:15:57 Z2026-01-19T17:27:22Zcc5d31d8-99ff-4272-811b-c13cf117769chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/how-the-itfs-foc-campaign-supports-seafarers/The long-running ITF's Flag of Convenience campaign exposes and seeks to regulate ships registered under lax foreign flags to protect seafarers' rights, ensure safety, and promote fair, properly regulated maritime workThu, 15 Jan 2026 09:21:20 Z2026-01-16T10:51:42Z6aa4ab38-5794-4e9d-b03e-9e867f484700https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-unions-urge-us-congress-to-mandate-us-flagged-shipping-for-venezuelan-oil/Nautilus Federation affiliates in the United States have joined a broader coalition of American trade unions in urging Congress to require that any crude oil imported from Venezuela is carried exclusively on US-flagged vessels crewed by American seafarers.Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:06:19 Z2026-01-14T17:20:05Zeadb52db-cba8-46c4-8b17-71f9a1135179https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/itf-welcomes-new-zealand-decision-to-uphold-cabotage/In November 2025, the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) welcomed a decision by the New Zealand government to uphold domestic cabotage protections, rejecting an attempt by a foreign-flagged vessel to take over a key coastal shipping route.Wed, 14 Jan 2026 16:59:47 Z2026-01-15T09:41:54Zd921c8bc-eb93-4916-a543-5660b4ec4589https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/latest-off-course-podcast-features-captain-phil-day-on-alternative-fuels-training/The latest Off Course podcast features Captain Phil Day, Northern Lighthouse Board director of operations, discussing the urgent challenges facing seafarers as the industry transitions to alternative fuels.Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:14:16 Z2026-03-17T10:21:03Z27e11ab9-23ac-4c77-8c7d-3372ace5f78dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/restoring-trust-in-scotlands-ferries/Rob Coston examines a new report which attempts to distil what island communities truly need from the ferry services that support their lives, and provides concrete methods for winning back their trustMon, 12 Jan 2026 16:39:10 Z2026-01-12T17:08:25Z29f709bd-04d9-4e9d-9f32-b4083f6287a9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-at-princess-cruises-achieve-pay-increase/Nautilus members at Princess Cruises have accepted the company’s formal offer for the 2026 Pay and Conditions Review, which includes a pay increase and a reduction in days worked alongside other benefits.Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:31:58 Z2026-01-12T15:38:01Zcb394fe9-ab73-455c-990c-df1f15a6f3f8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/mnwb-merchant-navy-medal-recipient-looks-ahead-to-future-of-welfare/Sharon Coveney, deputy chief executive at the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) and Merchant Navy Medal recipient reflects on what lies ahead for the organisation and the seafarer welfare sectorMon, 12 Jan 2026 14:11:09 Z2026-01-12T14:28:02Zed1ff75b-1ad6-43ce-95a7-8a9ace6e1459https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-at-serco-northlink-negotiate-above-inflation-rise/Nautilus members working for Serco NorthLink have voted to accept a two-year pay deal from the company.Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:23:47 Z2026-01-09T11:28:49Z91130ab2-d9b2-4dd2-8574-4ee01e775a16https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/amilia-busby-from-construction-sites-to-cargo-holds/Marine engineer Amilia Busby had an unconventional route into the maritime industry and is now passionate about helping others navigate their own journeys at sea. Helen Kelly hears from a Nautilus award winner who's looking towards a greener maritime futureTue, 06 Jan 2026 13:43:48 Z2026-03-17T14:26:12Z8437d786-adb3-48ba-99e9-3fe5b6b39d45https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-workers-secure-major-win-as-employment-rights-bill-becomes-law/Nautilus International has hailed the passage of the UK Employment Rights Bill as a landmark victory for seafarers, following years of campaigning in the aftermath of the P&O Ferries scandal.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:47:29 Z2026-02-16T11:59:35Za80b3e9a-d785-4a84-8374-6a2b04fed319https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-clarifies-approach-to-new-imo-violence-and-harassment-training-rules/The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has clarified how new international requirements on preventing violence and harassment at sea will be implemented in the UK, following the adoption of IMO Resolution MSC.560(108).Wed, 17 Dec 2025 14:43:15 Z2025-12-18T08:51:20Z188b8e5b-4678-4423-9821-f1e9a785b50ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-condemns-ukraine-attack-on-commercial-vessel-in-the-black-sea/Nautilus International has joined the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) in denouncing an attack on merchant shipping in the Black Sea by the Ukrainian armed forcesMon, 15 Dec 2025 16:01:15 Z2025-12-15T16:51:21Z8e705a0c-7b95-4cc3-af8d-36180bc13b42https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/lloyds-register-threatens-employees-with-75-salary-cut-if-they-join-industrial-action/Members of Nautilus trade union resolve to escalate action following threatening messages from UK-based managementThu, 11 Dec 2025 15:56:47 Z2025-12-12T09:24:01Z3da795b7-98e8-482c-9bad-36bc3bdd928chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-off-course-podcast-seafarers-role-in-shippings-green-future/Third engineer Amilia Busby shares her insights on how seafarers are navigating the maritime industry's transition to sustainability in the latest Nautilus Off Course podcast.Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:21:00 Z2026-03-17T11:17:29Z45d43beb-3cb5-4361-9583-c55e8076577bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/new-off-course-podcast-seafarers-role-in-shippings-green-future/Third engineer Amilia Busby shares her insights on how seafarers are navigating the maritime industry's transition to sustainability in the latest Nautilus Off Course podcast.Wed, 10 Dec 2025 11:48:07 Z2026-03-17T10:40:02Z8321cf16-fe09-4e08-95b8-14e7c8f093c8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/championing-nautilus-members-at-maritime-roundtable/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson represented members at a high-level industry roundtable with new UK maritime minister Keir Mather ahead of Christmas.Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:28:38 Z2025-12-09T16:38:39Z7ba3fb34-5442-4d0b-9ad3-32140a0953a7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/win-for-nautilus-in-campaign-to-protect-swiss-jobs/A sustained campaign of negotiation and pressure – with Nautilus International at the forefront – has delivered a significant step forward for inland waterways professionalsTue, 09 Dec 2025 14:36:18 Z2025-12-09T14:50:15Z6f7d558b-4c03-4e65-a884-6b9a5d2bc4dbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/river-cruise-crew-secure-better-protection-with-new-collective-bargaining-agreement-between-nautilus-and-excellence-cruises/A major breakthrough in employment standards has been achieved in the European river cruise sector through a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) between Nautilus International and Excellence Cruises.Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:07:51 Z2025-12-08T12:17:20Z0c0bdab2-5974-4b97-9899-43f4b5b721d9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nato-and-merchant-navies-join-forces-for-new-crisis-planning-exercise/NATO is working hand-in-hand with the global merchant shipping sector in its new exercise, Dynamic Master 25, marking a significant effort to integrate civilian shipping into alliance crisis-planning.Mon, 08 Dec 2025 11:57:22 Z2025-12-08T12:02:36Z9a55651f-ff80-41df-b80a-79fe289df7e2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/danish-trade-union-leader-ole-philipsen-remembered-as-influential-voice-for-seafarers-worldwide/Nautilus International has expressed its deep sadness at the death of Ole Philipsen, the long-serving head of Danish officers' union Metal Maritime and CO-Søfart, who passed away on 3 December following a sudden illness.Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:12:14 Z2025-12-05T10:31:23Zb6590bf7-ab8e-4e0c-8095-b7ef9fc4b880https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilustv-wins-at-2025-tuc-trade-union-comms-awards/Nautilus International has won 'Best Communication from a Smaller Union' at the TUC Trade Union Comms Awards, in recognition of the growing success of NautilusTV, our dedicated YouTube channel.Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:34:57 Z2025-12-05T16:47:36Za7e89562-1dd6-4fe9-aa43-98cc7a1b5a2bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/member-efforts-at-pla-secure-pay-deal/Nautilus International members at the Port of London Authority (PLA) have brought a challenging 12-month negotiation to a close after voting in favour of a pay deal from the company.Wed, 03 Dec 2025 14:10:20 Z2025-12-03T14:16:07Zd853fbe5-a9bc-4479-9414-1f1f957e0586https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mef-pledges-1.2m-to-extend-careers-at-sea-campaign-to-2029/The Maritime Educational Foundation (MEF) has announced that it will provide £1.2 million to secure the future of the national Careers at Sea awareness campaign There’s always more to sea, extending its support through to 2029.Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:26:29 Z2025-12-02T15:32:23Z5d79176c-3456-4ca3-b716-64cdef53add7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/we-are-worth-more-industrial-action-to-kick-off-again-at-lloyds-register/In the latest negotiations on pay, Lloyd's Register has been unwilling to move. Nautilus NL executive officer Richard Moti confirms that the company has refused to move beyond a 2% pay offere – once again leaving members facing an unacceptable real-terms pay cut.Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:06:04 Z2025-12-12T09:22:02Z95a268a5-8750-409d-b375-6e7e1a6f994fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-garbage-men-of-the-sea/Nautilus podcast: Off course, series 4. The Ocean Cleanup, a Netherlands-based nonprofit, is pioneering revolutionary technology to tackle this environmental crisis, and seafarers are playing a crucial role in their mission.Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:05:08 Z2026-03-17T11:18:46Z766a3697-4544-424d-a55a-1540b5164922https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/strike-action-looms-at-lloyds-register-as-dutch-employees-threaten-to-bring-critical-services-to-standstill-over-pay-dispute/Nautilus International has issued an ultimatum to Lloyd's Register EMEA and Lloyd's Register Maritiem Nederland B.V. after the employer refused to negotiate with union members over pay and working conditions.Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Z2025-11-27T09:42:03Z5d912717-a711-46c8-b00d-b5ab8d9b5f11https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seafarer-shore-leave-still-alarmingly-out-of-reach-despite-positive-mood-music-from-shipping/In ports around the world the right to step ashore is still out of reach for many seafarers, according to a newly released report from the ITF Seafarers' Trust.Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:10:42 Z2025-11-27T10:15:52Z91a0dcee-83f5-453c-9c96-11b804a4f586https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/setting-standards-for-seafarers/Nautilus head of professional and technical David Appleton talks about the year in maritime healthcare, training and safety with Sarah Robinson – with some notable advances achieved for members.Thu, 20 Nov 2025 17:48:51 Z2026-02-04T12:10:21Z0deee782-c5f4-4ce2-8cbc-fb6ee1fd177ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/premium-protection-for-members/Nautilus director of legal services Charles Boyle shares a year of legal highlights with Rob Coston – from defending members involved in maritime incidents to winning millions in compensation, and establishing essential new rights for seafarers worldwideThu, 20 Nov 2025 16:49:59 Z2025-12-01T16:32:20Zab9c8121-a59a-4c3c-8b4f-62e088c684d4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-branch-conference-members-agree-that-private-healthcare-motion-needs-a-second-look/A motion on negotiating private healthcare for members has been remitted for further consideration by a vote at the 2025 Nautilus UK Branch Conference.Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:26:56 Z2025-11-20T18:35:54Z0d2a04cf-f7e6-4d80-a086-7b90a6707b20https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fighting-focs-at-home-and-abroad/Nautilus head of international relations Danny McGowan review’s the Union’s involvement in a United States investigation into Flags of Convenience and the national security risks, poor labour standards, and seafarer abuse that they causeThu, 20 Nov 2025 15:14:17 Z2026-02-11T14:35:53Z1b38d073-9f4a-49f1-9fd8-e28da46efdd4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/why-investigative-failures--put-us-all-at-risk/Nautilus is shining a light on life-changing injuries sustained by a seafarer while unlashing cargo at the Port of Liverpool – and working with the ITF to find out why no thorough investigation has been conducted by the flag state or UK authorities. Rob Coston reportsThu, 20 Nov 2025 14:42:04 Z2025-11-20T14:50:51Z2e1eca57-1b9f-46bd-bea3-8ae8225560b3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/why-we-must-embrace-cabotage/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson looks at how the maritime world adapts to shifting global dynamics, and whether that means supporting domestic shipping through cabotage.Thu, 20 Nov 2025 14:25:00 Z2025-11-20T18:28:31Z1a6a3693-56e5-46ce-abed-a6323bbc6f88https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/just-doing-my-job-nautilus-member-captain-chris-phillips-reflects-on-what-makes-heroism-possible/Nautilus member Captain Chris Phillips, who was awarded a Merchant Navy Medal in 2025 for saving 89 lives at sea aboard BP's LNG tanker MV British Achiever, reflects on his career.Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:39:55 Z2025-11-21T08:16:18Zb692b4ae-39c5-4ec4-b706-2551592f560ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/12-distinguished-maritime-careers-recognised-with-a-uk-merchant-navy-medal/Twelve exceptional maritime professionals have been honoured with the prestigious UK Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service, presented by Her Royal Highness (HRH) The Princess Royal at Trinity House, London, on Tuesday 18 November 2025.Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:36:57 Z2025-11-25T16:10:14Z1a5f6d42-3c2d-432e-8ae2-260ade367e3ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-urged-to-push-for-tougher-controls-on-smartphone-use-at-sea/A motion submitted to the 2025 Nautilus UK Branch Conference on 19 November has warned that smartphones and social media activity are increasingly interfering with safety-critical duties onboard ship.Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:48:55 Z2025-11-20T16:44:28Zffcbb2db-2903-44f5-82f6-6536ebeec569https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-branch-conference-nautilus-members-back-motion-to-strengthen-employment-rights-bill/Nautilus International members at the 2025 UK Branch Conference have unanimously supported a motion recognising the Union’s campaigning role in shaping the UK government's Employment Rights Bill and calling for further measures to safeguard maritime careers.Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:35:06 Z2025-11-20T16:49:16Z82984bd3-7a30-4cea-b5c9-e908472a03behttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-branch-conference-members-vote-unanimously-to-crack-down-on-lashing-and-unlashing-demands/Nautilus International members have voted overwhelmingly to support a motion calling for stronger protections for seafarers being pressured to carry out lashing and unlashing of cargoes in UK ports.Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:18:31 Z2025-11-20T16:49:47Z83fa872d-8cdd-4a86-9a4e-75567cd51bdahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/significant-pay-uplift-for-members-at-BAS/Nautilus members employed by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) on ships operated by the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) have voted to accept a very significant uplift to their pay of between 15.6% and 37.5%, depending on rank.Tue, 18 Nov 2025 09:08:10 Z2025-11-18T09:20:16Z1729a313-aa0c-4570-9724-8b3a94660668https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-mariners-park-care-home-manager-wins-prestigious-regional-award/Nautilus Mariners' Park Care Home manager Grace Holley has been named Regional Registered Care Home Manager of the Year at the Great British Care Awards North West Region.Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:40:48 Z2026-02-03T09:26:33Za8eace0b-2aea-4fa7-bf24-3ab3e638da02https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/your-telegraph-is-evolving/From January 2026, the Nautilus Telegraph and Netherlands Newsletter will be published four times a year instead of six – part of our commitment to delivering the content you want, when and where you want it.Mon, 10 Nov 2025 15:54:00 Z2025-11-11T10:25:36Z92b005be-4947-44bf-a873-1d6fc99c63cbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/poppies-of-respect-for-maritime-professionals-at-remembrance-events/Nautilus members and officials from the UK and the Netherlands paid their respects to Merchant Navy seafarers killed in global conflicts at 2025 Remembrance ceremonies held in London and Wallasey.Mon, 10 Nov 2025 14:26:57 Z2025-11-12T17:14:39Z07886b68-a4eb-45a8-8a3d-bc6194d2223bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/poppies-of-respect-for-maritime-professionals-at-remembrance-events22/Nautilus members and officials from the UK and the Netherlands paid their respects to Merchant Navy seafarers killed in global conflicts at 2025 Remembrance ceremonies held in London and Wallasey.Mon, 10 Nov 2025 14:26:57 Z2025-12-04T17:22:16Z19526a08-3e1a-4c25-8539-96f5088c1216https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/industry-accolade/From influencing policy at the IMO and ILO to winning crucial industrial disputes, we remain committed to championing fair working conditions, safety, and employment rights for our membersMon, 10 Nov 2025 14:00:25 Z2025-11-10T14:10:28Z66582d2f-fef5-4f02-b8ab-b1fc384a2b64https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/marine-scotland-compliance-members-accept-two-year-pay-and-conditions-deal/Marine Scotland Compliance members have unanimously accepted a two-year pay and conditions offer following a 2025 consultation.Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:18:03 Z2025-11-05T12:32:52Z92efa72c-7a16-4557-9fd0-df43b00f7d46https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/david-appleton-maritime-mens-health-matters/Nautilus opinion piece by head of professional and technical David Appleton. Ahead of 'Movember', a timely moment to focus on men’s health in the maritime industry.Fri, 31 Oct 2025 15:57:40 Z2026-03-02T15:03:40Ze75883b6-78cc-4613-8487-f3892366e1fbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-supports-new-superyacht-crew-welfare-partnership/Nautilus International is backing a new initiative to improve welfare standards for superyacht crew, through its involvement in Changing Tack – a coalition of maritime charities which has entered into a formal partnership with the Superyacht Alliance (SYA).Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:05:32 Z2025-11-03T17:29:01Zd26602fd-34d8-4c75-ba50-b7150f1e3a97https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-exhibitions-celebrate-uk-mariners-endurance/Two recent exhibitions have spotlighted the UK's merchant maritime legacy, from heroic Antarctic survival to artistic celebration of seafaring life.Tue, 28 Oct 2025 10:42:10 Z2025-10-28T11:27:15Z1f0ed851-a47d-474c-a90b-215b68f22b87https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-at-calmac-accept-pay-and-conditions-offer/Nautilus International members have voted to accept an offer from Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac).Mon, 27 Oct 2025 10:53:38 Z2025-10-27T11:04:35Z22e8be67-0277-4f5b-a3ae-002331abe2c5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/focus-on-mariners-park-a-shout-out-for-a-warm-and-welcoming-community/At Nautilus Mariners' Park Estate, staying active and involved is key to a fulfilling lifestyle and enabled with a resident-led activities planner, says Ruth Collard, head of hotel services at the Estate's Care HomeThu, 23 Oct 2025 16:09:44 Z2025-10-24T15:45:28Z960ef920-5f81-41df-85ae-301f8622804bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/exposing-a-yacht-safety-crisis/Nautilus International recently asked members to share their views with Nautilus strategic yacht partner The Crew Hunter. Rob Coston reports on the results, which highlight the difficulties individuals undergo when they encounter unsafe practices onboardWed, 22 Oct 2025 16:06:29 Z2025-11-13T14:16:42Za4b309de-fbcf-439b-a3cb-0d0b26142544https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-must-embrace-cabotage-to-safeguard-maritime-jobs-and-seafaring-skills/Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson has sounded the alarm on the urgent need for the UK to adopt robust cabotage legislation.Tue, 21 Oct 2025 14:19:21 Z2025-10-21T14:28:46Z97e10c36-63e7-4151-b843-a29e2708ffd3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-backs-itf-call-for-seafarer-centred-decarbonisation/Nautilus International has expressed its strong support after the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) called for governments and industry to use the next 12 months to rebuild trust and agree on a fair, practical, and seafarer-focused approach to decarbonising shipping.Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:11:31 Z2025-10-24T08:36:49Z181cb7a4-3843-476c-9316-1a1fcbb613f2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stena-line-provides-cancer-screening-tests-for-employees-aged-40-/Nautilus is highlighting an initiative by Stena Line to provide screening tests to employees aged over 40 years for prostate, ovarian and bowel cancer using testing kits which are sent to home addresses.Mon, 20 Oct 2025 15:37:49 Z2025-10-20T15:44:26Z0460bb9e-c740-4a4e-bd7a-afc9c566cc2bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-research-begins-into-deep-vein-thrombosis-among-seafarers/Seafarers are being called upon to participate in new health research study investigating deep vein thrombosis (DVT).Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:38:16 Z2025-10-23T14:57:38Z44bfc705-2c13-42f4-8914-12a7053ebca7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-sounds-alarm-on-abuse-against-women/New research by the European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) has uncovered disturbing levels of violence and harassment faced by women working in transport across Europe.Thu, 16 Oct 2025 14:48:03 Z2025-10-16T14:52:30Zb3b4c4bd-ea73-4240-9960-a911fe9c461ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/celebrating-seafarers-and-recognising-merchant-navy-sacrifices/Nautilus Bevis Minter Award recipient and third engineer Amilia Busby described her 'truly special day' representing the Merchant Navy as flag bearer at the Annual National Service for Seafarers at St Paul’s Cathedral.Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:38:03 Z2025-10-15T09:50:57Zac79de6a-8418-42ea-9a56-92245fbaf994https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/uk-seafarers-face-vanishing-communities-as-new-report-warns-of-40-decline-by-2040/A major new study commissioned by the Maritime Charities Group (MCG) has sounded the alarm over the future of UK seafarer communities, warning of a predicted 40% reduction by 2040.Tue, 14 Oct 2025 10:46:44 Z2025-10-23T16:34:20Za30f58a5-4415-4c2e-9e35-21bc8cb471d5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/from-dirty-british-coaster-to-maritime-medal-nautilus-member-phil-days-journey-at-sea/Merchant Navy Medal winner, former master and Nautilus member Phil Day reflects on a maritime career shaped by war zones, woodsmoke, navigational safety, volunteering and a schoolboy's love of poetry.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:17:34 Z2026-03-18T08:48:08Z02298320-93f3-4239-a718-7ac92d060e47https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/reflections-on-a-unique-maritime-career/Captain Barbara Campbell, a legend in sail training, and one of the Union's first female members, has her career captured in the Rewriting Women into Maritime History project.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 11:27:57 Z2025-10-13T14:21:15Z30d8c1ba-759d-415d-90e5-a56a0bb6358fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-for-uk-government-to-defend-international-maritime-law-after-vessels-seized-in-international-waters/Nautilus is urging the UK government to act following the recent interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters.Thu, 09 Oct 2025 14:41:25 Z2025-10-09T14:50:21Z2bf61a57-f6e2-43c8-8ac0-73492445eff5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-seminar-in-basel-inland-waterway-job-trends-problems-and-opportunities/The sense of urgency was palpable as shipping professionals from across Europe gathered at the Volkshaus in Basel on 17 September for the annual Nautilus International inland waterways seminar.Thu, 09 Oct 2025 14:02:29 Z2025-10-09T14:11:23Zc447d591-2af8-418f-8d20-640e6ad27119https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-mayday-call-from-the-seafarers-advice-and-information-line-by-michael-edwards-sail-manager/Michael Edwards, SAIL manager, discusses the decline in the number of merchant seafarers contacting the seafarers' dedicated citizens advice line and what is being done to address this.Thu, 09 Oct 2025 13:33:00 Z2026-01-12T14:29:27Zb208c46e-fe4e-4fd0-b0f8-a9c0196e7adehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-pushes-for-just-transition-at-new-fuels-training-launch/Nautilus spoke up for seafarers' rights at a launch of industry-wide training frameworks for new maritime fuels.Thu, 09 Oct 2025 13:12:46 Z2026-02-04T12:09:21Za601dfeb-c5a3-4dc3-b10d-818f9086f52fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/contribute-to-uk-government-survey-that-will-help-shape-seafarer-training/The UK Department for Transport (DfT) has asked Nautilus to promote a survey to members that will help the government to understand the future of the maritime workforce and future policy around seafarer training.Thu, 09 Oct 2025 12:45:31 Z2025-10-20T15:44:58Z94b7e6b6-5ffe-4777-8826-84a2612e6e82https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-interim-imo-guidelines-on-training-for-new-fuels/Nautilus has welcomed the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) new interim guidelines on training for seafarers on ships using alternative fuels and new technologies (STCW 7/ Circ. 25), while stressing that this is only one step towards a truly just transition for maritime workers.Thu, 09 Oct 2025 10:28:13 Z2025-10-10T09:44:43Z68fd0b2e-d0e8-4645-b41f-34410c28e46fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/help-shape-better-food-standards-at-sea-take-part-in-the-food4seafarers-survey/The World Maritime University (WMU), with support from the ITF Seafarers' Trust, has launched the Food4Seafarers Research Project – and they want to hear from seafarers.Thu, 09 Oct 2025 07:54:50 Z2025-10-09T08:17:24Ze684f2b1-3e46-49d9-8439-7445b8749cb6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cabotage-laws-now-in-force-along-85-of-worlds-coastline-research-reveals/Cabotage has spread to 105 states around the world, leaving countries such as the UK and Netherlands in a small minority without a legal framework to support domestic maritime jobs. That's according to new research by Seafarers' Rights International (SRI).Fri, 03 Oct 2025 12:28:32 Z2025-10-03T13:58:16Z24e43539-d7db-464e-bb24-88c2e02276fchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dreadnought-update-progress-for-union-on-recovering-disrupted-seafarer-medical-service/Nautilus International's longstanding campaign to protect the Dreadnought seafarer health service has led to progress at the highest levels of government.Wed, 01 Oct 2025 15:56:21 Z2025-10-31T12:45:00Z7ee21f43-5601-4dc7-a1ec-091b188ccf98https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-uk-interactive-pilot-ladder-safety-guide/The United Kingdom Maritime Pilots' Association (UKMPA) has launched a digital ladder safety poster designed to improve understanding and compliance with the newly revised SOLAS Regulation V/23 – helping to ensure pilot transfer safety.Tue, 30 Sep 2025 07:33:40 Z2025-09-30T08:10:53Zbc32af32-b38d-431c-bd34-2c535315b473https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/capturing-the-heart-of-the-sea-life-at-sea-2025-photo-competition-winners-announced/Indian seafarer Parwaz Mukadam has won first place in the Life at Sea 2025 Photography Competition with his dramatic image When Nature Takes Command.Mon, 29 Sep 2025 14:46:12 Z2025-09-29T14:51:47Zde115c63-b54a-493f-b468-8fe9232ea24fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/itf-asked-to-handle-cargo-just-say-no/Every year seafarers are killed or seriously injured carrying out lashing duties for which they are not trained. The ITF wants all seafarers to know that they can refuse this dangerous workMon, 29 Sep 2025 14:05:21 Z2025-11-20T13:45:26Zbd3cff68-c5cd-4561-a651-edfed684007fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/rfa-are-you-facing-a-disciplinary/Giles Rice, Nautilus liaison officer at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary, explains what members should do regarding disciplinary proceduresMon, 29 Sep 2025 13:58:43 Z2025-09-29T14:03:59Zfd5e8fe4-1081-4858-bfb2-f96a2baa38abhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/schengen-area-update-new-entryexit-rules-coming-into-force/Nautilus is reminding members that a new biometric entry/exit system (ESS) will begin on 12 October for non-EU citizens travelling to the Schengen Area.Mon, 29 Sep 2025 13:52:12 Z2025-09-29T13:56:05Z70551f02-c8fa-4662-859c-25f09df277e0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-visas-for-yacht-crew-be-aware-of-new-application-procedures/Nautilus is advising members working on superyachts to be aware of changes to the United States application procedures for B1/B2 visitor visas – changes which have already come into effect.Thu, 25 Sep 2025 12:55:37 Z2025-09-25T13:06:06Z4673f393-4bcb-4ac3-9fba-3c50a93fcb09https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-secures-pay-deal-at-orkney-ferries/Nautilus International members working at Orkney Ferries have voted to accept a pay offer from the company after executives agreed an improved offer with the Union’s negotiating team.Wed, 24 Sep 2025 15:08:53 Z2025-09-24T15:17:18Z26847a7a-8485-4b28-b174-696737f40cbdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-welcomes-maritime-minister-kier-mather-with-four-point-action-plan/Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson has written to newly appointed Maritime Minister Keir Mather MP, setting out the union’s immediate priorities for strengthening the UK's maritime sector and protecting seafarers' rights.Wed, 24 Sep 2025 12:28:01 Z2025-09-24T12:40:01Z629d1312-1c2f-45a7-aec9-4221377d031bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-calls-for-global-fire-safety-overhaul-after-finnmaster-cargo-vessel-blaze/Investigations into a 2021 fire in the auxiliary engine room of Finland-registered roll on/roll off-cargo vessel Finnmaster have sparked calls for international changes to maritime fire safety standards.Fri, 19 Sep 2025 13:33:46 Z2025-09-19T13:43:50Ze41683cc-ee6b-46a0-93af-d7362a648c14https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/strength-in-solidarity/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson explains why the 2026 elections to the Council are a crucial chance for members to step forward and make their voice heard.Thu, 18 Sep 2025 13:25:00 Z2025-09-18T15:37:00Zd1d3b1ad-dd7f-407d-9ae1-f5339e6de197https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/unrest-at-sea-calling-time-on-silence-injustice-and-exploitation/At a conference hosted by the Seafarers' Guild of Benevolence on July 3 2025, powerful anonymous testimonies from seafarers highlighted the continuing gaps in the maritime industry's duty of care.Wed, 17 Sep 2025 10:20:43 Z2025-09-18T15:52:59Z06ac21dd-8c86-4359-809c-83cb1f5084c9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/multimedia-services-tender-now-open/Nautilus International is seeking innovative partners to deliver multimedia services, print services, and advertising sales as we expand our communications and commercial offerings for members.Mon, 15 Sep 2025 16:29:21 Z2025-10-13T14:12:44Z4b195106-e138-4cf9-94ac-24149927c788https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/government-maritime-investment-must-include-seafarer-training/Nautilus International urges UK government to match infrastructure investment with commitment to maritime skills and seafarer developmentMon, 15 Sep 2025 14:49:34 Z2025-09-15T15:04:25Z98441156-744a-4b16-8200-ee2506b6ca36https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/david-appleton-mighty-maritime-meeting-of-ship-masters-minds/Nautilus head of professional and technical David Appleton reports for Nautilus members on the 48th General Assembly of the International Federation of Shipmasters' Associations.Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:26:56 Z2025-09-22T14:54:43Z27e42a1e-84f7-4a6d-9b33-d3b79085d146https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tributes-for-mark-dickinson-as-outgoing-president-at-close-of-tuc-congress/Tributes were heaped on Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson as he concluded his term as President of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) while chairing the 157th annual Congress in Brighton this week.Wed, 10 Sep 2025 15:42:52 Z2025-09-15T16:06:38Zd190ab37-9d94-43f9-8bac-aa5229cd736bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tuc-congress-motion-story-maritime-skills-and-training/Delegates at this year’s TUC Congress, which is being held from 7-10 September 2025, have unanimously voted in support of a motion by Nautilus International titled Future-Proofing UK Maritime Skills and Training.Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:00:00 Z2025-09-09T14:23:04Z7e9010e6-6787-4af2-9ffb-880dfad22ff8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tuc-congress-backs-nautilus-enhancements-to-employment-rights-bill/British trade unions have put their full weight behind the Nautilus campaign to enhance protections for seafarers in the UK government's Employment Rights Bill.Tue, 09 Sep 2025 10:45:00 Z2025-10-30T09:15:48Z334d13f3-25f4-4820-b92a-48c028cebad3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-mourns-maritime-champion-peter-mcewen/Nautilus International has paid tribute to former deputy general secretary Peter McEwen MBE, who died peacefully on Saturday 6 September at the age of 76, surrounded by his family.Mon, 08 Sep 2025 13:35:46 Z2025-10-17T11:59:48Z69ed325f-0f34-4a4a-94ea-9b0e623f83e7https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/publications/seafarers2040-understanding-uk-demographics-and-welfare-needs/A report commissioned by the Maritime Charities Group has found that the number of UK seafarers could fall dramatically by 2040.Mon, 08 Sep 2025 08:42:00 Z2025-12-01T09:44:09Zccdc85f7-efaf-4364-8a28-a92d85fa0725https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-general-secretary-calls-for-union-solidarity-in-tuc-president-address/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson issued a clarion call for solidarity between trade unions in his President's Address to TUC Congress, which is being held in Brighton this year from 7-10 September.Sun, 07 Sep 2025 17:27:00 Z2025-09-11T11:41:39Zb0613f2a-8387-4d11-afbc-1c73c30056ebhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-marks-10th-anniversary-of-the-fly-the-red-ensign-campaign-during-merchant-navy-day-2025/Nautilus officials and members once again proudly saw the Red Ensign fly at commemorative events for Merchant Navy Day 2025 throughout the UK this year, from Glasgow to Dover.Wed, 03 Sep 2025 16:20:09 Z2025-09-15T14:42:52Zdf5d70a7-ca44-4bdb-b505-2807a173b47dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/have-your-say-on-changes-to-uk-merchant-shipping-accident-and-report-regulations/Nautilus members, other maritime professionals and interested parties have been invited to take part in a consultation on revoking and replacing the UK Merchant Shipping (Accident Reporting and Investigation) Regulations 2012.Wed, 03 Sep 2025 09:05:34 Z2025-09-03T16:04:48Z7b0364a0-a439-46e4-bc0e-348e15c77b1bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-council-member-honoured-for-service-to-island-communities/Captain Iain MacKenzie, a CalMac ferry master and vice-chair of Nautilus International Council, is to receive the UK Merchant Navy Medal for his 30 years of keeping Scottish islanders connected to medical services, loved ones and vital supplies.Tue, 02 Sep 2025 15:41:21 Z2025-09-03T00:01:11Z00261d20-c521-43c2-bc9d-01daafaf0f5ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-hebblethwaite-exit-must-mark-a-new-chapter-for-seafarers-rights-nautilus-says/Nautilus International has today responded to the news of Peter Hebblethwaite’s departure from P&O Ferries, stating that the focus must now be on cementing a new era of improved rights and protections for all maritime professionals.Mon, 01 Sep 2025 15:53:17 Z2025-10-30T09:18:22Z712a9803-6ce0-4113-abe1-d028a619fd88https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/breaking-the-silence-on-shippings-sexual-offences/A groundbreaking study from the University of Winchester has gathered evidence indicating the extent of the maritime industry's problem with onboard sexual assault and harassment. Amy Field reportsThu, 28 Aug 2025 15:06:00 Z2025-09-03T10:21:48Z36e50002-68ee-48f0-966e-51af6ccb0e1chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/better-data-collection-for-better-health/Concerns about seafarers' physical and mental health are nothing new, but it's been hard to make successful interventions without the right information. A research project at Solent University aims to fill that data gap with a new 'toolbox' that crew can use onboard ship. Dr Helen Devereux reportsThu, 28 Aug 2025 13:00:35 Z2025-09-01T13:24:22Z981f83ff-404c-4387-99e4-4e9e620d313ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/still-sleepless-at-sea-worrying-health-research-findings-from-sirc/The latest data in a longitudinal maritime health study by SIRC at Cardiff University indicates that seafarer fatigue has reached crisis levels – particularly in the cruise sector. Meanwhile, provision of decent food and access to healthcare remain inadequate. Andrew Draper reportsThu, 28 Aug 2025 12:51:38 Z2025-08-29T11:00:43Z853450f1-1c69-4dac-9933-88296262909dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/supporting-research-that-supports-seafarers/Nautilus International has a long history of involvement in maritime research. Three new studies illustrate the importance of such work to the conditions experienced by seafarers onboard, writes Sarah RobinsonThu, 28 Aug 2025 12:41:46 Z2025-09-19T09:07:11Z0b4faacf-2027-425d-b02f-7618a24a87ebhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-vote-to-accept-2025-pay-and-pension-offer-on-rv-corystes/Nautilus International members employed by Heyn Engineering serving onboard the RV Corystes have voted overwhelmingly to accept a revised pay and conditions offer for 2025.Thu, 28 Aug 2025 12:29:01 Z2025-09-03T08:56:55Zde707d20-34c3-45a6-885b-f18d36160205https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/take-the-etf-survey-on-violence-and-harassment-against-women-transport-workers/Nautilus is encouraging female members to take part in a European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) survey aimed at assessing the prevalence of violence and harassment against female transport workers, including maritime professionals.Wed, 27 Aug 2025 14:16:29 Z2025-08-27T14:28:55Z8070d658-8fbc-4fd3-a511-8ee41d45a492https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-announces-strategic-partnership-with-superyacht-services-guide/Nautilus International is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Superyacht Services Guide (SSG), a global directory of trusted services and suppliers within the superyacht industry.Wed, 27 Aug 2025 12:48:02 Z2025-09-01T07:49:53Zdc6c479b-9977-4e3c-b11d-5534ba397535https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/elinor-cheason-protecting-seafarers-rights-as-an-itf-inspector/Elinor Cheason explains to Rob Coston how her background at sea and in the trade union movement led her to a new role – helping seafarers calling at ports in South Wales and the Southwest of England as an inspector for the International Transport Workers' FederationTue, 26 Aug 2025 14:57:27 Z2026-01-15T09:25:13Z9befd524-3418-46c4-8e1b-91d93453b741https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-affiliates-fight-against-usa-executive-order-stripping-members-of-union-rights/The Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association (MEBA) and the International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots (MM&P), both affiliates of the Nautilus Federation, have joined the AFL-CIO and four other national labour organisations in the USATue, 26 Aug 2025 13:13:33 Z2025-09-15T09:42:56Zceb9da6b-a8cb-434a-90e8-ba1846f785f6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/have-your-say-on-lgbt-safety/As an LGBT+ professional, have you ever feared for your safety in the workplace? If so, a major new study wants to hear from you.Tue, 26 Aug 2025 08:59:13 Z2025-08-26T09:18:40Z2d0e2fb6-9509-4e1c-854c-e0dd5689ec39https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/focus-on-mariners-park-living-well-independently-in-retirement/A few months on from the royal opening of Nautilus House at Mariners' Park in April 2025, we take a peek inside the Nautilus Welfare Fund's multi-million-pound residential investment in the welfare of retired seafarers in the UK – and those mariners considering retirement.Fri, 08 Aug 2025 14:44:51 Z2025-08-13T13:32:55Z0af0c101-cca8-47bc-8ea0-fbfcc7a4ba6dhttps://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/sign-up-for-mcg-demographics-research-2025---launch-event/Sign Up for MCG Demographics Research 2025 - Launch EventFri, 08 Aug 2025 13:47:18 Z2025-08-08T14:18:48Z348ea4e7-03e6-40ea-b8a5-300a4b597c93https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fresh-safety-concerns-around-carrying-evs/In the wake of the Felicity Ace disaster, concerns are mounting over the safety of transporting electric vehicles at sea, with experts warning of deadly risks from lithium-ion batteries.Fri, 08 Aug 2025 12:24:57 Z2025-08-08T12:34:09Zad591d7a-448d-41f7-8ac8-4bfb72096b6ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/safety-first-share-your-concerns-as-a-yacht-professional/A new survey is seeking your confidential input on the daily reality of safety onboard. Maya Hindmarch, head of marketing, yacht crew recruitment and training at Nautilus strategic yacht partner The Crew Hunter, explainsThu, 07 Aug 2025 14:26:28 Z2025-08-13T13:22:12Z30863917-6e91-4f1b-ba2d-04a116edbf60https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-trinity-house/The official event commemorating World Marine Aids to Navigation Day (WAtoN) 2025 was co-hosted over three days by Trinity House and the Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB).Thu, 07 Aug 2025 13:37:43 Z2025-08-22T10:30:35Z3bd4eada-08b3-4a59-add8-dab876422658https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/captain-andrew-cook-appointed-secretary-general-designate-of-ifsma/Nautilus is congratulating Captain Andrew Cook FNI on his appointment as secretary general designate of the International Federation of Shipmasters' Associations (IFSMA). He will succeed Commodore Jim Scorer FNI RN, who retires at the end of 2025.Thu, 07 Aug 2025 10:53:01 Z2025-08-13T13:25:56Ze08f9966-9ef7-44c4-ac18-bcde176b9959https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-happiness-rises-but-overshadowed-by-serious-industry-safety-concerns/The Q2 2025 Seafarers Happiness Index, published by The Mission to Seafarers, shows a notable rise in crew wellbeing, with the average happiness score climbing to 7.54/10, up from 6.98 in Q1.Wed, 06 Aug 2025 11:45:43 Z2025-08-13T13:24:33Zf743296b-4e79-4384-949b-d619b3e136achttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-urges-rethink-on-watchkeeping-in-the-digital-age-as-collisions-persist2/The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has called for a fundamental reassessment of human watchkeeping practices following a series of serious collisions involving merchant vessels in 2024.Wed, 06 Aug 2025 11:05:59 Z2025-08-06T15:42:54Zc4b98545-0926-489c-8b04-b4a4bda1ce3dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/social-connectivity-at-sea--share-your-experience-with-wmu/How do you stay connected with loved ones while at sea? What challenges do you face with communication, wellbeing, and rest?Tue, 05 Aug 2025 14:09:02 Z2025-08-13T10:21:47Z3a5102d7-c271-4f5a-a705-023a3cb29fedhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-significant-trinity-house-plans-for-two-new-specialist-vessels/Trinity House has launched a tender for two state-of-the-art new build multi-function buoy handling ships (MFTs) under its 'Futures Afloat' programme.Fri, 01 Aug 2025 09:36:34 Z2025-08-06T13:36:38Zd10c3731-b0b8-4b77-86a7-68e0c7a68497https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-citizens-advice-line-service-strengthened/The UK's only dedicated Citizens Advice service for seafarers and their families – the Seafarers Advice and Information Line (SAIL) – has received a £30,000 boost from maritime charity Trinity House.Thu, 31 Jul 2025 17:04:42 Z2025-08-13T14:36:36Za64e86fc-d568-44c0-ad02-55e5458648a0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/abandonment-how-you-can-help/According to IMO/ILO guidelines, abandonment is characterised by the severing of ties between the shipowner and seafarer.Thu, 31 Jul 2025 08:53:29 Z2025-07-31T09:09:41Zf8797bf1-4985-4f74-becc-2f24d9943b72https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/river-cruise-crew-have-your-say-to-shape-your-future/The European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) has launched a survey about onboard life in river cruise vessels, and ETF affiliates such as Nautilus are encouraging members to take part.Wed, 30 Jul 2025 12:10:04 Z2025-07-30T12:19:40Z5fa00047-7e9b-4bbd-95a7-6ccd5b655e1chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/breaking-barriers-and-channelling-her-sea-dna-in-conversation-with-captain-inger-thorhauge/Nautilus member interview with Faroe Islands-born Captain Inger Thorhauge who was Cunard's first female master and now sails the company's latest luxury cruiseship, the Queen Anne.Tue, 29 Jul 2025 14:48:40 Z2025-09-30T07:11:38Ze0a6c8ba-0a9c-4987-a1eb-8adce211a6cehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/why-nations-must-urgently-get-to-grips-with-marine-ai/Artificial intelligence in the maritime sector could expose critical vulnerabilities – threatening not just economies but also national security, argues Graham Gosden of the AIMPE unionTue, 22 Jul 2025 14:00:06 Z2025-08-29T12:55:28Z4a2fe7ec-849e-4e92-9c96-12998ba046bchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/leave-no-worker-behind-whether-on-land-or-at-sea-nautilus-gs-urges-tolpuddle-festival/Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson issued a rallying cry for workers and trade unionists to fight for dignity, justice and their right to a collective voice at this year's Tolpuddle Festival.Tue, 22 Jul 2025 13:40:46 Z2025-07-24T13:51:15Ze4104f44-46cd-4a76-8cd0-bfe02ea7d0a6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ai-the-turbulent-tech-thats-here-to-stay/Three or four years ago, we might have thought that AI was going to be a flash in the pan. Not so in 2025. With ever more uses of the technology all around us, the maritime industry is grappling with the opportunities and threats it presentsTue, 22 Jul 2025 12:42:00 Z2025-10-17T09:53:29Zd778144d-2be5-4060-8c2e-89868c4c8a07https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/david-appleton-union-gets-results-for-seafarer-safety-at-imo-committee/Nautilus opinion piece by the Union's head of professional and technical David Appleton on the relevance for members of 110th session of the IMO's Maritime Safety Committee.Tue, 15 Jul 2025 11:27:35 Z2025-09-15T09:42:06Z0f14ff72-b4e0-427e-92cf-b68967e77ecbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/your-union-needs-you-why-every-nautilus-member-should-consider-standing-for-the-council/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson explains why the 2026 elections to the Council are a crucial chance for members to step forward and make their voice heard.Tue, 15 Jul 2025 10:25:00 Z2025-07-15T10:59:05Z27f761bf-dbf0-4050-8db2-8fd84e8f7a08https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shape-your-unions-future-stand-for-the-nautilus-council/Are you passionate about helping your fellow seafarers? Are you concerned about the challenges ahead for today’s maritime professionals? Do you have ideas about how to help your union and your colleagues meet those challenges? Stand for the Nautilus Council!Mon, 14 Jul 2025 11:10:23 Z2025-08-13T13:29:39Zc45fe6cf-373c-407d-97dc-4fda34719ab8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shape-your-unions-future-stand-for-the-nautilus-council2/Are you passionate about helping your fellow seafarers? Are you concerned about the challenges ahead for today’s maritime professionals? Do you have ideas about how to help your union and your colleagues meet those challenges? Stand for the Nautilus Council!Mon, 14 Jul 2025 11:10:23 Z2025-07-24T13:33:33Z860ac6a7-2c22-4857-a67b-5d33f2e1fdffhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/online-learning-for-competency-exams-a-genuine-alternative/Onboard Maritime describe what their Digital Learning Portal offers as an alternative in online learning for seafarers preparing for competency exams.Wed, 09 Jul 2025 14:51:44 Z2025-09-30T07:10:51Z6c7aed96-75c4-4a7e-9ba3-4f4002770b37https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-urged-to-support-once-in-a-lifetime-employment-bill/Employment expert Professor Melanie Simms has highlighted significant opportunities for workers within the UK government's Employment Rights Bill, and stressed the need for positive engagement from unions as the Bill makes its way through parliament.Thu, 03 Jul 2025 14:07:42 Z2025-08-01T16:05:26Z02df6a48-1b4b-4c67-9f4c-d102075977c5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/prestigious-maritime-womens-event-aligns-with-nautilus-values/Nautilus International represented members at the annual WISTA UK summer event at the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), reinforcing the Union's commitment to supporting women in the maritime sector.Thu, 03 Jul 2025 13:55:59 Z2025-07-15T08:36:18Zf5a809a1-a078-4305-9b9c-8a157c39f49ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-mariners-park-residents-tour-cammell-laird-shipyard/Nautilus Mariners' Park residents were among members from the Wallasey branch of the Merchant Navy Association to visit Cammell Lairds shipyard in June 2025.Tue, 01 Jul 2025 11:28:17 Z2025-07-01T14:04:09Ze374c66b-2a98-4605-b869-1f393e7e3452https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dutch-mp-targets-fake-unions/Dutch member of Parliament Mariëtte Patijn, second from left, with Nautilus assistant general secretary Sascha Meijer, general secretary Mark Dickinson, and chair of Council Wilco van Hoboken.Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:24:47 Z2025-07-01T10:44:06Z3f716e5b-0988-432e-8907-36868069b9fbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rising-star-of-the-sea-third-engineer-amilia-busby-receives-nautilus-cadet-award/Recently-qualified engineer officer Amilia Busby has been honoured with the Nautilus-sponsored 2025 Bevis Minter Award for the Most Worthy Cadet at the Maritime UK Awards.Mon, 30 Jun 2025 07:58:00 Z2025-07-03T15:38:00Zbe75b550-cb0e-44c1-b662-80bc0ba65323https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-reversing-the-direction-of-travel-on-shore-leave-by-katie-higginbottom-head-of-the-itf-seafarers-trust/Katie Higginbottom, head of the ITF Seafarers' Trust discusses the results of its seafarer survey showing the erosion of shoreleave for seafarers since the Covid-19 pandemic.Mon, 30 Jun 2025 07:48:10 Z2025-08-07T13:45:26Z73dab484-7d8e-416b-a9ce-5bc041842a90https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fight-for-union-recognition-continues-for-us-deck-officers-despite-historic-mandate/In late 2024, Nautilus Federation affiliate the International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots (MM&P) celebrated the largest organising win in 50 years among deck officers in the United States, but the company is refusing to negotiate a union contract with MM&P.Fri, 27 Jun 2025 15:19:59 Z2025-06-30T08:36:14Zf508073d-d859-4907-be3d-fe82b0a681cchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/raising-the-bayesian-sparks-sailing-yacht-safety-concerns/When the UK-flagged sailing yacht Bayesian's sank off the coast of Sicily in August 2024, Nautilus International called for restraint – asking the media and public to allow investigations by the British and Italian maritime accident investigators to proceed without external pressure or pre-judgment.Fri, 27 Jun 2025 15:11:00 Z2025-06-27T15:17:44Ze39d4d64-f0ff-44d7-87ad-ae42714fd4c7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/is-the-future-of-maritime-electrically-charged/Nautilus feature on the current state of play with electric vessels in the UK, Netherlands, Switzerland and Norway, including an interview with marine battery expert Odd Rune Malterud.Fri, 27 Jun 2025 14:03:39 Z2025-07-30T10:57:01Zd7e97883-d00f-4cfb-b99f-6389ef5d4f9chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/netherlands-symposium-a-voyage-from-compass-to-code/Marcel van den Broek reports on the Nautilus Netherlands Branch's recent symposium, which explored technological change in the maritime industry and how artificial intelligence will affect members' jobs in futureFri, 27 Jun 2025 10:57:57 Z2025-06-27T13:26:05Z9015d505-7a14-4ed1-bec6-63b6463fe603https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/attention-yacht-crew-the-hidden-risks-of-joint-employment-contracts/Laura Molineux highlights the awkward situations that can occur during employment disputes if you have included a romantic partner in your employment contractFri, 27 Jun 2025 10:11:12 Z2025-06-27T10:14:12Zc06194f4-dd11-40c4-aef9-1ef4e2fcca17https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/leading-with-experience-the-calmac-master-keeping-island-communities-connected/Helen Kelly recently caught up with Council vice chair Captain Iain MacKenzie, master of the CalMac ferry Loch Nevis.Thu, 26 Jun 2025 13:04:22 Z2025-09-30T07:11:17Z6fe7bd27-a9b7-442f-aa36-26c6552c42f2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fighting-a-fake-union/Nautilus head of international relations Danny McGowan explains a new, international campaign from the ITF to crack down on a so-called 'sham union' that it says is undermining the rights of seafarersWed, 25 Jun 2025 08:57:25 Z2026-02-11T14:37:16Z124b8c71-fcc7-4830-8263-e54d160c6a84https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sirc-closes/The Seafarers International Research Centre (SIRC) – which was set up in 1995 on the initiative of Nautilus International General Secretary Mark Dickinson who at the time ran the ITF Seafarers’ Trust – is being forced to close at the end of June due to cost-cutting measures by Cardiff University.Sat, 21 Jun 2025 10:55:10 Z2025-07-03T12:18:31Z2975404a-ffaf-4d70-8ed8-e2ef13cee04fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/2025/june/itf-unites-with-major-maritime-organisations-against-seafarer-criminalisation/Four major international organisations — the International Transport Workers’ Federation (TF), the International Maritime Organization (IMO), International Labour Organization (ILO) and International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) – have united in calling for stronger protections for seafarers facing criminalisation.Fri, 20 Jun 2025 15:46:19 Z2025-06-20T15:46:35Z86f9f932-06e4-49e4-b788-3e30f7baee8bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/mastering-a-maritime-career-from-ferry-carpark-marshal-to-captain/Captain Iain MacKenzie reflects on nearly 40 years as a maritime professional, including 23 years serving on Nautilus International's Council where he is now vice chair, and a career that kicked off in on the west coast of Scotland as a ferry carpark marshal.Thu, 19 Jun 2025 14:27:40 Z2025-11-20T13:04:27Z375681ba-07e2-4bf3-9f42-16c2148d43b3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-survey-help-shape-the-future-of-smart-funding/Seafarers across the UK are being encouraged to take part in the Online Seafarer Survey, launched by Frazer-Nash Consultancy on behalf of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).Wed, 18 Jun 2025 07:38:33 Z2025-06-19T08:35:43Z6a844396-2433-4aa9-b41c-6887ed16d96bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-achievements-recognised-in-2025-kings-birthday-honours--but-merchant-navy-missing/A host of maritime professionals and volunteers have been recognised in the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours for their outstanding contributions to the industry, though notably no Merchant Navy crew were among the recipients.Tue, 17 Jun 2025 09:50:51 Z2025-07-17T17:54:01Z212a668b-47bf-48bf-b4ab-baa21dd53ccehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/home-truths-about-international-defence/Working with the US Masters, Mates & Pilots union, Nautilus International has gained the ear of the NATO defence alliance – and the two unions have some powerful points to make about the risks of neglecting national Merchant NaviesThu, 12 Jun 2025 13:39:11 Z2025-07-30T07:19:47Z622b5eb5-a176-448b-a5e1-ac3b8340cadchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sanitary-win-welcomed-for-female-seafarers-under-mlc/Years of campaigning for sanitary products by Nautilus, its female members and other maritime organisations have resulted in a win for women onboard.Wed, 11 Jun 2025 14:23:02 Z2025-06-17T07:00:36Z5e7ad9ac-1cbe-49e9-9a78-19302f3deef4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-rights-strengthened-with-mlc-ratification/The International Labour Organization (ILO) has adopted a new set of amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC), marking a significant step forward in safeguarding the rights and welfare of seafarers.Mon, 09 Jun 2025 14:47:51 Z2025-06-10T08:36:53Z3fca652a-cec7-4c91-9cc6-cba77476d781https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/green-growth-cant-mask-gender-gap-at-sea/Despite some reported progress for women in maritime, a new study shows how important it is for female seafarers to join a union that can stand up for their rights.Fri, 06 Jun 2025 09:02:45 Z2026-02-18T17:29:17Z68115a4d-55fd-4a02-9e45-233bcc6263c1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/industrial-welcome-for-lucky-historic-norwegian-cargo-ship/Nautilus strategic organiser Grant Mudie took a moment out from his usual industrial duties for a tour of a 114-year-old Norwegian cargo ship crewed by retired seafarers when it berthed in Scotland in May.Thu, 05 Jun 2025 14:53:03 Z2025-06-26T14:17:17Zf64c4579-1257-4d87-b7a6-007b9e7975cdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-government-must-secure-the-future-of-maritime-to-meet-defence-ambitions-warns-nautilus/Nautilus calls for urgent investment in maritime backbone following UK Strategic Defence ReviewWed, 04 Jun 2025 09:45:15 Z2025-06-24T12:22:44Z0e1cecdf-968d-45d0-a2ae-c70af4e3087ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-federal-maritime-commission-launches-investigation-into-flags-of-convenience/The United States Federal Maritime Commission has opened an investigation into whether the vessel flagging laws, regulations, or practices of foreign governments create shipping conditions that have a negative impact on US foreign trade.Thu, 29 May 2025 14:30:54 Z2025-05-29T14:41:26Z5b2dd527-cd8b-4b60-a4ac-65e12ce05741https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/crew-catch-up-on-saga-ships-highlights-key-member-priorities/Nautilus strategic organiser Rachel Lynch and head of international relations Danny McGowan meet members working onboard the Saga-owned vessels Spirit of Discovery and Spirit of Adventure during port calls in Dover.Thu, 29 May 2025 14:08:51 Z2025-05-29T14:16:35Z23705848-fc81-4dea-97ba-cd3ca58ddb5chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/international-bargaining-forum-agrees-2026-2027-pay-rise-for-seafarers/The International Bargaining Forum (IBF), which is comprised of the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) representing seafarers and the Joint Negotiating Group (JNG) representing ship managers and owners, has agreed a pay increase for hundreds of thousands of seafarers around the world.Thu, 29 May 2025 13:44:43 Z2025-05-29T14:21:38Z692ee26c-1f78-4b5a-944c-ce3534455e26https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-unions-call-for-urgent-policy-reforms-as-merchant-fleets-shrink-across-nato-nations/A new report by Nautilus International and the International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots (MM&P) has revealed an alarming decline in merchant fleets and seafarer numbers across NATO member nations, potentially undermining the alliance's ability to respond to global conflicts and crises.Wed, 28 May 2025 11:11:00 Z2025-06-24T10:44:22Z80a9bba9-fb6c-45b1-a3d5-1df8bc95bdadhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/unsung-heroes-when-ordinary-seafarers-achieve-extraordinary-outcomes/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson reflects on the 80th anniversary of VE Day, and how maritime workers have always been – and continue to be – keyworkers and the backbone of Europe's security and resilienceWed, 21 May 2025 13:25:00 Z2025-05-21T13:41:49Z48a32420-9488-4096-87b6-104a560e7216https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-urged-to-remember-their-rights-when-transiting-warlike-areas-following-renewed-threat-of-houthi-attacks-in-the-red-sea/Nautilus is reminding seafarers of their rights when working onboard vessels due to transit the warlike operations area covering the Red Sea, following an announcement by Yemen's Houthi movement that it is imposing a 'maritime blockade' on the Israeli port of Haifa.Wed, 21 May 2025 11:22:37 Z2025-05-21T11:25:19Ze341eb9b-ec06-415d-8e33-83a996f33da2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-for-crackdown-on-flags-of-convenience-and-a-long-term-solution-to-rfa-pay-and-retention-challenges-at-gftu-congress/Nautilus International has renewed its call for urgent reform of global shipping practices, especially flags of convenience (FOCs), and for a solution to RFA pay and retention issues, at the General Federation of Trade Unions (GFTU) 106th Biennial General Council MeetingWed, 21 May 2025 11:16:47 Z2025-05-21T11:42:15Z2515dff4-1723-49fe-9b5e-e79ae837f1b4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/norway-introduces-zero-emissions-requirement-from-2026-to-world-heritage-fjords/The Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) has decided to introduce a zero-emissions requirement for vessels visiting its five world heritage fjords from next year. This is later than originally planned.Wed, 21 May 2025 10:09:56 Z2025-07-01T09:56:55Z5423f549-c28a-4acd-bc04-c68f3f5bb100https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/itf-inspector-helen-meldrum/Helen Meldrum, who recently began work as inspector for the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) with responsibility for Scotland, talks about her early experiences helping seafarers get the money they are owed and helping with a serious case of abandonmentWed, 21 May 2025 09:37:00 Z2025-06-24T10:38:26Z85b52c4a-512c-4722-870d-fec86badc73fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/historic-art-deco-tug-the-danny-fundraises-to-stay-afloat/The SS Daniel Adamson – the UK's last surviving steam tug tender and a vessel of historic national importance – has launched a critical £150,000 fundraising appeal to remain operational and compliant with new safety regulations.Tue, 20 May 2025 09:49:19 Z2025-05-22T08:17:01Zd24203fc-43fc-4414-8a82-1eb290421698https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/will-the-uk-employment-rights-bill-deliver-for-seafarers/A look at how the UK government's Employment Rights Bill will address some major injustices suffered by maritime professionals, but does it go far enough?Mon, 19 May 2025 14:40:03 Z2025-06-24T11:19:44Z6936acfb-16b1-48be-ad1b-2b090a656857https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/david-appleton-decarbonisation-discussions-hit-choppy-waters-at-the-international-maritime-organization/The 83rd session of the International Maritime Organization's Marine Environment Protection Committee in April this year marked a pivotal moment in our industry's journey towards decarbonisation.Mon, 19 May 2025 13:01:41 Z2025-07-15T11:06:49Z80fd825d-d3b8-44ea-9bf9-35e783a2e416https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/prime-services-for-yacht-members/Two of the most popular benefits the Union offers yacht crew are the Nautilus Sea Service Record and the Nautilus 24/7 round-the-clock helpline. Rob Coston outlines how these services can work for youMon, 19 May 2025 12:10:43 Z2025-05-19T13:59:07Z6fd5eb64-1235-4e28-a5f3-04df5cc20a3dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/illness-and-injury-are-you-covered/Nautilus is advising yacht sector members to be mindful of their entitlements in case of illness or injury while working – and to ensure they are covered for any loss of income if disaster strikes. Strategic organiser Cheryl McCann explains whyMon, 19 May 2025 11:53:17 Z2025-05-19T11:59:09Zd124bfbf-594d-463d-b140-dff9b7f6b3f0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/sexual-harassment-promoting-your-personal-safety/Sexual harassment is an endemic problem at sea – and sadly, the yacht sector is no exception. Nautilus strategic organiser Laura Molineux presents the Union’s work to stamp out this unacceptable behaviour onboardMon, 19 May 2025 10:29:47 Z2025-07-28T11:57:21Z2827899f-cbd9-4957-8aa6-6ebb46d50f01https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/legal-webinar-how-yacht-professionals-can-protect-themselves-after-an-incident-at-sea/When disaster strikes, yacht crew need to ensure they are protected legally – but what can they do to prepare? Nautilus director of legal services Charles Boyle spoke to Rob Coston about how Union membership can helpThu, 15 May 2025 12:07:01 Z2025-06-24T11:12:50Z9b365b8a-8d4f-4283-8be5-7e937188f407https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-caseworker-is-driving-force-behind-unveiling-of-glasgows-first-merchant-navy-memorial-plaque/A long-overdue tribute to Merchant Navy seafarers has finally been unveiled in Glasgow, thanks to the dedication of Nautilus Welfare Fund caseworker Iain Lindsay.Thu, 15 May 2025 11:55:39 Z2025-07-01T09:38:16Zed3d32b1-68d2-411b-9d4f-971b9d43357dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/fruitful-discussion-between-nautilus-and-calmac-at-17th-jcc-meeting/Nautilus International met with representatives from Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) in Gourock on 17 April 2025 for the 17th Joint Consultative Committee (JCC) meeting.Tue, 13 May 2025 16:22:44 Z2025-05-13T16:31:56Z9f4d79e8-3b7a-45a7-b376-50d6811298d4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/gaining-momentum-how-nautilus-is-driving-change-for-members/Since the 2024 UK general election, Nautilus International stepped up its game in fighting for your rights – and we're already seeing some impressive results.Tue, 13 May 2025 10:55:51 Z2025-07-09T15:06:36Zb11e2b8f-cbd8-4df4-87ee-30096dfa50c4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seafarers-at-the-helm-european-shipping-summit-hears-unions-concerns-on-sustainable-careers/Nautilus assistant general secretary Sascha Meijer and head of international relations Danny McGowan attended the European Shipping Summit in March 2025, where they shared the concerns of members with key figures in politics and the global shipping industry.Tue, 13 May 2025 09:08:40 Z2025-06-24T11:33:41Z26e3cf28-da19-456e-a1a1-50262065b1cahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-nautilus-welfare-fund/Nautilus director of welfare and care Andrew Jones on his role during the royal opening of Nautilus House at Mariners' Park.Mon, 12 May 2025 15:19:58 Z2025-07-16T15:37:54Z338bf881-3a64-41e9-a8cc-635634caebc6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-affiliates-endorse-reintroduced-legislation-to-revitalise-us-maritime-industry/The SHIPS for America Act, a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at revitalising America’s maritime and shipbuilding industries, has been reintroduced in the United States Congress.Fri, 09 May 2025 10:30:08 Z2025-06-24T10:17:26Z24e45e8c-42c0-4e97-ab26-7766184272bchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-direct-award-of-clyde-and-hebrides-ferry-services-contract-to-calmac/Nautilus International has expressed its approval at the Scottish government's decision to award the Clyde and Hebrides ferry services contract directly to Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac).Fri, 09 May 2025 09:17:34 Z2025-05-09T10:00:40Zebdff862-6f16-42a0-9553-5c0223640ddehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-marks-ve-day-with-remembrance-and-reflection/Nautilus honoured Victory in Europe Day (VE Day) in the UK with a heartfelt day of remembrance, reflection, and community spirit in London and Nautilus Mariners' Park in Wallasey.Fri, 09 May 2025 08:32:40 Z2025-06-24T10:24:08Z8d30c5d5-7405-4ecf-97ce-96a6b8661d79https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/lesley-mercer-honoured-with-nautilus-award/Nautilus International has awarded the prestigious Nevins and Griffiths Award to Lesley Mercer, Trustee Director of Nautilus International, recognising her decade of service and her lifelong commitment to the trade union movement.Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:30:16 Z2025-04-30T14:39:21Ze2a2860d-f561-454c-8c1d-cc4aee9c82f5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mla-webinar-just-transition/College senior lecturer Alina Prylipko, who spoke at a Nautilus International webinar, said well-researched, strongly substantiated advocacy can succeedWed, 30 Apr 2025 13:54:58 Z2025-06-24T11:22:16Z6fb20093-5eda-4a4c-aae7-d548a73df70bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dreadnought-medical-service-nautilus-motion-passed-at-stuc-congress/Delegates at the STUC Annual Congress have voted unanimously in support of a Nautilus motion entitled Restoring The ‘Dreadnought’ Service for Scotland’s Maritime Professionals.Tue, 29 Apr 2025 17:03:22 Z2025-04-30T09:17:08Z1980e04c-ca6d-49ce-a9df-50670d47c781https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/western-ferries-announces-cammell-laird-as-preferred-bidder-for-two-new-vessels/Western Ferries has announced APCL Cammell Laird as the preferred bidder for two new vehicle passenger vessels for its Gourock to Dunoon route, a vital strategic link between Scotland’s West Coast and the Central Belt.Tue, 29 Apr 2025 13:26:23 Z2025-04-29T13:55:05Zbc648cec-6493-403a-8036-334234f16399https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unanimous-support-for-nautilus-motions-on-ferry-replacement-and-alternative-fuels-at-stuc-congress/Delegates at the STUC Annual Congress have unanimously voted in support of two motions put forward by Nautilus International on the first day of the event, which is taking place at Caird Hall, Dundee between 28 and 30 April 2025.Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:12:10 Z2025-05-01T07:58:57Z834fdc2e-5319-4bcd-a5fc-e90e88c37983https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-commemorates-maritime-professionals-on-international-workers-memorial-day/Nautilus International officials laid a wreath in remembrance of maritime officials killed, disabled, injured, or made unwell in performance of their duties to mark International Workers Memorial Day (IWMD), which is held each year on 28 April.Tue, 29 Apr 2025 09:35:37 Z2025-10-30T09:19:31Z5667a480-d218-4882-90a5-4b915ee1b737https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-charities-join-forces-for-neurodiversity-support/The campaigning charity NeurodiversAtSea has announced a partnership with the Seafarers Hospital Society and The Seafarers Charity to provide tailored support for neurodivergent seafarersFri, 25 Apr 2025 09:01:42 Z2025-04-25T09:10:17Z9add5554-61f9-4973-b007-68800acea314https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-unions-support-norways-move-to-eliminate-gendered-terms-at-sea/The Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) has proposed making language and titles gender neutral.Thu, 24 Apr 2025 14:14:44 Z2025-05-01T07:59:33Z2a5ff3bc-321b-4e25-a5ea-94087bfef65ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/rewriting-women-into-maritime-history--launches-international-phase/Following successful UK exhibitions, a project to highlight women's contributions to the maritime workforce is looking for new stories from around the worldThu, 24 Apr 2025 13:57:37 Z2025-04-24T14:10:49Zbfdd1481-c51c-43e4-a7ee-fcfe536f422dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/norwegians-unite-against-bullying-at-sea/Norwegian maritime unions have signed a joint declaration with the Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) on equality at sea.Thu, 24 Apr 2025 10:56:50 Z2025-04-24T11:00:00Z4ab77b15-89cb-402a-a1a5-a053dc7f8c75https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/mlc-amendments--new-guidance-released/Nautilus International has published an updated guide to the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 which can help you to understand and enforce your rightsWed, 23 Apr 2025 14:53:32 Z2025-04-24T12:07:48Z50f6cf09-6684-4155-8ce4-7f6efdf59c6fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-secure-key-worker-status-in-latest-mlc-updates/Shipowners, governments and seafarer representatives have agreed a raft of improvements to the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 during a meeting at the International Labour Organisation (ILO) headquarters in Geneva from 7-11 April 2025.Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:49:37 Z2025-05-12T11:05:35Ze8c738f5-303b-43c2-b48f-7db648aa57a9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ilo-subcommittee-agrees-landmark-increase-in-global-minimum-wage-for-seafarers/Seafarers around the world will benefit from a significant pay rise after agreement was reached between representatives of industry and labour at a meeting held in Geneva from 14 to 15 April 2025.Wed, 16 Apr 2025 11:28:28 Z2025-06-24T11:27:36Zbc3be239-8a55-40ce-84c0-c96632fec514https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/princess-royal-opens-nautilus-house-at-mariners-park/Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal officially opened Nautilus House, a new residential complex for retired seafarers and headquarters of Nautilus International, during a visit to Mariners' Park in Wallasey on Friday 11 April 2025.Fri, 11 Apr 2025 14:12:31 Z2025-05-23T15:29:17Z24761b6d-a6e9-4e8c-b46c-ac691385815bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/young-talent-sets-sail-as-t-level-students-chart-careers-in-care-at-nautilus-mariners-park/The Nautilus Welfare Fund charity is transforming career opportunities for young people through an innovative vocational work experience T-Level scheme, based at Mariners' Park Estate in North West England.Wed, 09 Apr 2025 14:25:27 Z2025-06-24T10:40:51Z25225a24-c3b9-44ca-bc0c-7b8f983dc93dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-urges-global-action-after-us-abandons-shipping-climate-talks/Maritime union calls for worker-focused transition as Trump administration threatens retaliation against emission regulationsWed, 09 Apr 2025 12:03:37 Z2025-04-09T12:08:42Za1ee8bf9-1199-4de0-be12-75825290cfe9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/powering-the-future-how-battery-technology-is-reshaping-maritime-engineering/As battery technology transforms the maritime sector, marine engineers must adapt to new skills in energy management, electric propulsion, and advanced diagnosticsMon, 07 Apr 2025 14:08:43 Z2025-07-01T09:57:23Z05c4ae86-b024-45e4-9fa8-0e6a0f5d3ba8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-the-new-nautilus-royal-fleet-auxiliary-liaison-officer/Giles Rice has become the new Nautilus liaison officer at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA), where he will be helping fellow members with issues at work and participating in ongoing pay negotiations.Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:20:41 Z2025-06-24T10:43:10Z442b8816-d3ac-468f-b50f-8a578d229d91https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/one-in-four-seafarers-still-denied-shore-leave-new-study-finds/A recent study conducted by the ITF Seafarer' Trust (ITFST) and analysed by the World Maritime University (WMU) reveals that a significant number of seafarers continue to face restrictions on shore leave, despite the easing of Covid-19-related travel barriers since 2022.Wed, 02 Apr 2025 11:32:27 Z2025-04-02T12:03:36Z91ccc39b-a60c-4777-b212-21c2c3cee913https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/swashbuckling-new-piracy-exhibition-sorts-facts-from-fiction/The tales of action films and pantomimes are given a run for their money by true stories in Pirates, a new exhibition at the UK National Maritime Museum in Greenwich.Fri, 28 Mar 2025 16:47:38 Z2025-05-19T11:49:42Z5deb11f8-a817-46f9-a16e-87abdc909195https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/support-fellow-members-learn-how-to-be-a-lay-rep/Nautilus has recently put in place a new online training programme to help lay reps in their roles. Glenn Cairns, a former lay rep at Carnival UK and strategic organiser who helped to create the training, explains the programme to Rob CostonThu, 27 Mar 2025 09:22:59 Z2025-06-24T10:42:27Zef9d73a7-8076-44bd-82d2-30a2ab6a467ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/to-continue-its-mission-nato-must-reverse-the-decline-of-its-merchant-fleet/The Nautilus Federation is saying loud and clear that if NATO wants to maintain global security, it must secure its merchant fleet, writes Rob CostonTue, 25 Mar 2025 09:44:29 Z2025-06-24T12:20:42Z13ad0888-6944-401c-bf95-9930ea152b1ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-share-your-views-on-your-work-life-balance-in-new-world-maritime-university-survey/World Maritime University (WMU) is seeking all seafarers who are currently working on any commercial ship, or have worked on such ships during or after 2013, to participate in a survey on their experience of work, psychological wellbeing, and career intentions.Tue, 25 Mar 2025 09:25:24 Z2025-03-26T12:40:36Z66ee9515-f6d6-4add-b31f-9e5f8bda5424https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/bold-uk-reforms-needed-to-ward-off-volatile-cocktail-of-issues-for-young-workers-nautilus-general-secretary-tells-tuc-young-workers-conference/Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson outlined three key priorities for improving the lives of the UK's young workers at the Trades Union Council (TUC) Young Workers’ Conference on 22 March 2025.Mon, 24 Mar 2025 13:12:27 Z2025-05-13T10:47:13Z34f3b834-3966-4966-adbf-5ea3884de317https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-meets-representatives-of-stena-line-pte-ltd-to-review-pay-scalesrank-structure/On Thursday 13 March 2025, Nautilus head of industrial Mick Smyth and liaison officers Gareth Battersea, John Mallalue and Russell Marshall visited Stena Line’s offices at Skypark, Glasgow to review the pay scales/rank structure for all officer positions at the company.Fri, 21 Mar 2025 13:55:08 Z2025-03-21T13:57:48Z383a1bdd-f3e1-4fc0-b1fc-6e2b621a317dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/get-serious-about-fixing-barriers-to-maritime-careers-nautilus-tells-european-shipping-summit/Nautilus International took a firm stand for diversity and inclusion in the maritime sector during the European Shipping Summit, which assistant general secretary Sascha Meijer and head of international relations Danny McGowan attended.Thu, 20 Mar 2025 15:40:02 Z2025-03-25T12:21:45Z3d2b0edc-d4e7-4b14-96ca-f229c2bb8e75https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/three-years-on-still-fighting-for-justice/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson reflects on the three year anniversay of the day 786 dedicated maritime professionals were sacked by with P&O Ferries.Wed, 19 Mar 2025 11:25:00 Z2025-03-19T11:36:02Zf748ceed-74da-48a8-a42a-f0888cb89aedhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-report-shows-clear-pathways-to-tackle-seafarer-recruitment-and-retention-crisis/The Nautilus Federation, a group of 21 likeminded global trade unions in shipping and inland waterways transport, has released a new report which aims to finally end the conversation on recruitment and retention of seafarers, and prompt the industry to act on the issue.Wed, 19 Mar 2025 10:23:26 Z2025-06-24T11:39:25Zb9d8accb-b0c6-4fa0-8804-000069935c8chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/members-have-their-say-on-ai-in-maritime/The latest Nautilus Professional and Technical Forum in January 2025 saw a powerful discussion about the merits and disadvantages of artificial intelligence (AI).Fri, 14 Mar 2025 18:14:54 Z2025-03-14T19:01:09Ze757dcbf-4778-455f-b79a-8b536ea12f0dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/energising-your-maritime-career/The shipping industry's effort to decarbonise means that maritime jobs are changing. Some seafarers are turning to specialist qualifications such as the WMU Maritime Energy Postgraduate Diploma to help them navigate the new world of workFri, 14 Mar 2025 16:39:49 Z2025-03-14T17:26:03Zea9f4487-a8e4-4039-87f9-19ec767ba451https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-labour-convention-amendments-what-are-we-hoping-for/Nautilus director of legal services Charles Boyle explains what workers' representatives will be pushing for in the latest round of amendments to the 'Seafarers' Bill of Rights' - MLC.Fri, 14 Mar 2025 10:00:36 Z2025-03-14T10:07:55Zf16bd602-17a0-4539-8c83-31d4d0ba3076https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/taking-a-degree/Merchant Navy Medal recipient Gordon Foot decided to undertake a postgraduate degree in Maritime Operations at MLA College to arm himself with information for his work on behalf of other seafarers, writes Rob CostonThu, 13 Mar 2025 15:45:00 Z2025-03-14T18:03:31Za9d1444e-f1b7-4186-bad8-f3931147cc6ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/is-the-maritime-labour-convention-working/Ten years after its implementation, has the Maritime Labour Convention made a positive impact for seafarers?Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:02:57 Z2025-05-16T10:06:59Z8f4b5caa-67d6-440f-9ee1-5666aec5f3f6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/alliances-across-the-merchant-military-divide/Nautilus members on two British cruise ships recently forged friendships with their counterparts in the Royal Navy.Wed, 12 Mar 2025 10:20:56 Z2025-03-25T12:23:44Zeacbf618-8723-49ad-a862-9113af080f80https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-stands-united-with-seafarers-and-emergency-crews-after-north-sea-allision/Nautilus International has expressed its profound concern following the allision between the Madiera-flagged Solong containership and the US-flagged Stena Immaculate in the North Sea.Tue, 11 Mar 2025 13:14:23 Z2025-03-14T18:06:25Z11ce4457-2424-4c9c-8da6-bbe41ba6dc37https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/working-at-sea-with-adhd/As part of Nautilus's ongoing work to advise and support members with neurodiverse conditions, we are looking in this article at ADHD.Mon, 10 Mar 2025 09:45:27 Z2025-11-05T17:57:03Z59ac842d-dc61-4702-a09f-1e584e807f6ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/women-at-sea-website-launched-by-itf/As part of International Women’s Day 2025, Nautilus International attended the launch of the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF)'s new website for women seafarers on 7 March 2025.Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:07:26 Z2025-03-07T15:43:22Z7b0edb19-4f72-475e-b09d-5d5d07a7c407https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-general-secretary-calls-for-urgent-employment-reforms-and-stronger-legal-protections-for-women-workers-at-tuc-womens-conference/Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson has highlighted the severe challenges faced by women in maritime during a speech at the TUC Women's Conference, calling for urgent employment reforms and stronger legal protections.Fri, 07 Mar 2025 13:23:08 Z2025-06-24T11:44:11Z80c3514b-9e43-4403-97c7-6ab7bd54b300https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-stands-up-for-maternity-rights-for-women-at-sea/A Nautilus motion calling for improved maternity and pay provision for women seafarers has received unanimous backing from the 2025 Trades Union Congress (TUC) Women's Conference, held ahead of International Women's Day (8 March).Fri, 07 Mar 2025 11:24:35 Z2025-06-24T11:40:59Z4e5ddc46-b720-4b49-b00a-9b2a586a51a9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/herald-of-free-enterprise-remembering-those-lost-38-years-on/Nautilus International was represented at the 38th anniversary service of the capsizing of the Herald of Free Enterprise .Thu, 06 Mar 2025 09:29:00 Z2025-03-07T13:16:15Z9d6a91eb-900f-4be8-886f-0458b7d97ce3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-supports-seafarers-union-of-croatia-over-ferry-crew-criminalisation/The Nautilus Federation is supporting member union the Seafarers' Union of Croatia (SUC) as it tackles a serious incident of criminalisation, which has occurred after a fatal accident onboard the ferry Lastovo.Wed, 05 Mar 2025 17:33:27 Z2025-03-06T08:12:04Z24e1ca09-92e1-46e5-91c3-d974a0dad0dehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-pushes-for-fair-working-conditions-at-maritime-training-roundtable/Nautilus assistant general secretary Sascha Meijer took part in a roundtable in Rotterdam looking at the future of the maritime sector, which was also attended by International Maritime Organization (IMO) secretary general Arsenio Dominguez.Wed, 05 Mar 2025 15:01:59 Z2025-03-18T10:04:27Z03580f4b-7b12-44ab-b196-4c8d737815bahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/studying-at-sea-for-a-move-ashore/Chief officer Jamie Lovell recently became the first person to qualify with the UKHMA Harbour Master Certificate while working full-time at sea. He tells Sarah Robinson how he did it and what he plans to do nextMon, 03 Mar 2025 17:39:01 Z2025-03-14T18:03:59Z227d4397-beda-41e1-aae4-5f01fee706cahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-new-qualification-for-traditional-skills/A recently-launched qualification has been launched for Merchant Navy seafarers who want to join the crews of large sailing ships, which have seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years.Mon, 03 Mar 2025 11:49:28 Z2025-06-24T10:50:03Zd5ba2241-5bd4-441b-a1dd-e0dbf1ffcc04https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-building-a-culture-of-psychological-safety-onboard-simon-grainge-chief-executive-international-seafarers-welfare-and-assistance-network/Simon Grainge, chief executive at the International Seafarers' Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN), highlights the importance of the right to feel safe onboard both physically and psychologically and the charity's Safe at Sea campaignSat, 01 Mar 2025 09:20:00 Z2025-07-16T15:38:37Zc99f90dd-cf58-4cda-9a83-195d10a021cchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-seafarer-numbers-continue-to-decline-2024-statistics-show/Figures released by the UK government in February show that the number of UK seafarers who are active at sea, and non-UK seafarers qualified to work on UK-registered vessels, declined by a further 2% in 2024.Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:00:00 Z2025-03-27T16:29:34Z6d06498a-54a6-480a-a2bb-5dd57205690chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-merchant-navy-medal-nominations-invited-for-2025/Nominations are now invited for 2025's Merchant Navy Medal, a prestigious UK state honour recognising exceptional contributions by maritime professionals to their industry.Thu, 27 Feb 2025 09:10:20 Z2025-02-27T09:51:02Ze83ea2ab-ea61-4dfd-b20d-eb7c5f427f1bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/securing-europes-future-with-the-maritime-skills-forum/Nautilus head of international Danny McGowan explains the Union's international work on seafarer skills at a recent event in BrusselsWed, 26 Feb 2025 10:31:35 Z2025-02-26T11:59:04Z0f2fa6cc-ddc4-4d67-ac96-eff4339cb45ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/where-next-for-the-rfa/In January, Nautilus members voted to accept a pay offer from the Royal Fleet Auxiliary after months of unprecedented industrial action – but this deal is the beginning, not the end, of the Union's fight. Nautilus director of organising Martyn Gray spoke to Rob Coston about what is to comeWed, 26 Feb 2025 09:41:22 Z2025-06-24T10:51:29Zb7324954-7e0c-4f5d-aec7-b4e8103e705fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/iconic-uk-historic-steamship-shieldhall-sails-into-70th-anniversary-celebrations/Southampton's historic steamship, SS Shieldhall, will mark its 70th year afloat with a rare joint sailing alongside the paddle steamer Waverley in the UK on Saturday 13 September 2025.Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:05:38 Z2025-02-26T11:41:30Z58e867fd-6ae7-47bf-8efe-90c8506cef5chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-visits-members-onboard-new-scottish-ferry-mv-glen-sannox/Nautilus International's head of industrial Micky Smyth visited members employed by CalMac onboard the new long-awaited Scottish lifeline ferry the MV Glen Sannox on 19 February 2025.Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:32:26 Z2025-02-21T14:24:35Z6b7b9d47-cb62-4ccf-a743-5c5fa35fdb6ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-expands-yacht-partner-network-with-venture-yacht-crew/Nautilus International is strengthening its support for yacht crew by welcoming Venture Yacht Crew as its latest strategic partner — bringing the total number of partners in the yacht sector to 28.Wed, 19 Feb 2025 14:16:26 Z2025-02-20T14:29:41Zde72c2a6-dca6-4e24-8146-41717149cd84https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/lgbt-union-activism-inspiration-from-the-past/As the UK marks LGBT+ History Month this February, researcher Dr Jo Stanley finds some encouraging historical flickers of support for gay members in 20th century maritime trade unionsMon, 17 Feb 2025 12:28:31 Z2025-07-28T11:58:35Z31dd703b-cdf9-4c33-8fed-191375612a92https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-potential-to-excel-thoughts-about-neurodiversity-at-sea/What is neurodiversity, and are you already working with a neurodiverse seafarer without even realising it? Rob Coston spoke to Daniel Smith from charity NeurodiversAtSea to find outFri, 14 Feb 2025 16:41:24 Z2025-07-28T11:59:04Z46c52d7d-2039-48e0-8d39-08c737dd4602https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/charting-a-career-with-the-nautilus-slater-fund-from-ab-to-officer-of-the-watch/2024 Nautilus Slater Fund awardee Dean Hodgson is a now a trainee dynamic positioning (DP) operator and second officer working for North star on the Grampian Explorer. He explains how hard work and a helping hand from the Fund have finally paid off.Tue, 11 Feb 2025 14:34:49 Z2025-07-30T08:15:48Z87953d86-a43e-470b-b0a5-bf76964e2760https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-equality-and-diversity-forum-highlights-unfair-maritime-career-burdens-for-women-and-trainees/Maternity and pregnancy rights, cadet training, and maritime recruitment and retention were among a range of maritime career challenges debated at the Union's most recent Equality and Diversity Forum.Mon, 10 Feb 2025 15:41:51 Z2025-02-27T09:04:26Zef8371e5-0a67-461f-98d5-b425bd13f601https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/heart-unions-week--more-members-more-power/Nautilus International is proud to be supporting the TUC's HeartUnions Week, which runs from 10-16 February 2025 – and we're asking our members to help out by encouraging other people onboard to join the Union.Mon, 10 Feb 2025 12:44:45 Z2025-02-10T17:01:34Z71ce0fe8-c94e-4523-b03e-92895bf9b42dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-visits-crew-onboard-rv-corystes/Nautilus International's head of industrial Micky Smyth visited members employed by Heyn Engineering onboard the research vessel RV Corystes at Belfast Port on 1 February 2025.Thu, 06 Feb 2025 16:51:54 Z2025-02-19T14:44:08Z71ad1124-81b1-42f6-ac9c-e7c1e004e14ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/Off-course-podcast-series-3-join-us-for-a-sideways-look-at-life-at-sea/Subcribe to our podcast series Off course - a sideways look at life and sea, and share with all your non-seafaring friends to help us roll back seablindness! Image: Nautilus InternationalThu, 06 Feb 2025 09:15:00 Z2025-05-19T15:28:21Z751be449-fd01-416e-840b-2b945186100dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-maritime-influencers-joethesailor/@JoeTheSailor has been entertaining and educating a global audience of millions with his engaging TikTok and Instragram videos. Now on pod and vod in conversation with Nautilus!Thu, 06 Feb 2025 09:00:00 Z2025-06-24T09:37:31Z237a8bdb-80bc-4f44-96d7-89df148af8f8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cadets-meet-with-nautilus-at-your-college/Nautilus cadet organiser Rachel Lynch will be visiting two maritime colleges this February.Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:57:53 Z2025-02-17T13:09:59Zb9c76be5-d7bb-4eec-b628-0818154825ebhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-caseworkers-continue-vital-record-breaking-clawbacks-in-financial-benefits-and-grants-for-retired-seafarers/Nautilus caseworkers have continued their impressive work ensuring ex-mariners are getting the financial benefits and grants to which they are are entitled – helping generate over £1.2m for 753 retired seafarers in 2024.Tue, 04 Feb 2025 10:28:41 Z2025-03-11T08:26:14Z05f477f4-b0a5-4cc1-9b94-d1c7144ce34fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mariners-park-residents-and-caseworkers-forge-community-links-to-support-young-care-leavers/Nautilus Welfare Fund caseworker Ruth O’Brien has helped Mariners' Park residents forge community links with charity networks in order to support care leavers.Tue, 28 Jan 2025 14:58:53 Z2025-01-31T12:04:26Z967fb551-3e69-430e-bf1e-09e783baa34ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-new-year-a-renewed-mission-your-union-in-2025/The new year presents us with an opportunity to reflect on our shared achievements and set the course for an ambitious and impactful year ahead, says Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson.Mon, 27 Jan 2025 11:01:00 Z2025-01-30T14:29:04Z85deb811-3024-4479-a40f-fc51ccd01b7ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-maritime-speaker-bank-raises-neurodivergent-profile/Maritime professionals who identify as neurodivergent are invited to join a new speaker bank run by NeurodiversAtSea.Fri, 24 Jan 2025 16:48:38 Z2025-01-28T15:46:00Z9d749bc9-d0b9-4e1d-b56b-38349f57a65bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/lottery-brings-new-lease-of-life-to-historic-ship-wellington/One of Britain's most important historic vessels has received a £225,000 grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to secure its future.Fri, 24 Jan 2025 13:12:29 Z2025-01-24T13:23:07Z480340fc-29cd-41c9-a9b7-ca5a659fbe35https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/navigating-a-yacht-career-with-captain-chris-durham/Nautilus member Captain Chris Durham discusses his route to becoming a master onboard a hybrid first MY Savanna, why crew welfare is important and how toembrace sustainable fuels.Thu, 23 Jan 2025 17:55:22 Z2025-07-30T08:20:01Z0c19157a-5ae1-4ca7-8e8b-2bbc90047376https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-247-service-highlights-benefit-of-union-membership/Nautilus International's round the clock service for members, Nautilus 24/7, has released new figures that demonstrate the benefits of Union membership, particularly for yacht crew, who faced a slew of unpaid wages and unfair dismissal cases in 2024.Thu, 23 Jan 2025 15:35:28 Z2025-05-16T10:07:49Z1e6c42f5-671d-46dd-9969-fb03e09e4b89https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-recovers-more-than-2.17-million-in-unpaid-wages-for-yacht-crew/Nautilus International has released new figures for the year 2024 which show that the Union was able to recover more than £2.17 million in unpaid wages and benefits for its members in the yacht sector.Thu, 23 Jan 2025 09:27:21 Z2025-06-24T11:50:25Zc797a106-8e31-46bb-9de3-0431ee3a8239https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-unions-endorse-us-transportation-secretary-nominee-over-support-for-cabotage/The American Maritime Partnership (AMP), the largest maritime industry legislative coalition in the United States, has announced that it supports the nomination of former congressman Sean Duffy to lead the US Department of Transportation.Thu, 23 Jan 2025 09:15:18 Z2025-06-24T10:18:03Za9c7f9e5-2745-43ba-954e-8f231db7aa91https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/an-itf-inspector-at-work/Matt Parsonage explains how his background at sea inspired him to work as an inspector for the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) – helping seafarers in the North West and beyond with everything from living conditions onboard to serious cases of abandonment.Fri, 17 Jan 2025 12:53:04 Z2025-06-24T11:01:43Zabefb3a7-866d-46f7-8ad3-10735c0ab911https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/david-appleton-positive-plans-for-the-professional-and-technical-year-ahead/As we enter 2025, the maritime industry faces a transformative year driven by regulatory changes, technological advancement, and continued environmental focus.Thu, 16 Jan 2025 15:05:00 Z2025-01-17T13:16:28Z000efefe-87a7-4a40-b66b-dae51d14a346https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/cop-29-a-key-moment-for-our-international-work/Through the Nautilus Federation’s Mapping Our Maritime Future report, we are highlighting the necessity for the transition to net zero shipping to be fair – in other words, a Just Transition.Wed, 15 Jan 2025 09:38:08 Z2025-01-24T16:45:04Z741ed8b3-d6d1-437b-b6b4-c348cabd4f16https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fresh-findings-on-ferry-fatigue/Following on from other seafarer fatigue studies, the UK government last year commissioned Loughborough University to investigate the situation in the ferry sector. Dr Wendy Jones explains how the research was conducted – and what she and her colleagues found outFri, 10 Jan 2025 11:15:12 Z2025-06-24T11:59:21Z49495002-a6a6-428e-ab61-4ff6284ed5dchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/alfa-nero-nautilus-members-to-receive-large-payout-following-court-decision/Members of Nautilus International are to receive hundreds of thousands of pounds owed to them for work performed onboard the Russian-owned superyacht Alfa Nero.Thu, 09 Jan 2025 15:39:48 Z2025-01-09T15:43:34Ze3e9f3ad-3cf8-46a9-890f-677c44472da8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/one-in-three-seafarers-still-being-forced-to-pay-illegal-recruitment-fees-survey-finds/A third of seafarers have said that they have paid a fee to get a job, with many reporting that they had gone into debt to do so, according to a 2024 survey.Wed, 08 Jan 2025 15:35:46 Z2025-01-09T12:23:40Z82ce7226-14e0-44ad-938b-ee7b9fe550a0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/royal-fleet-auxiliary-officers-accept-improved-pay-deal/Nautilus International members in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) have voted to accept an improved, above-inflation pay offer for 2024/25 which marks an end to its ongoing dispute over pay and conditions.Wed, 08 Jan 2025 11:29:29 Z2025-01-08T18:27:00Zf82c6211-ef53-4ff6-aa1a-1a46b55c0154https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/travel-with-liberty/The perks of working on superyachts attract thousands of young seafarers every year. But there are plenty of pitfalls for the unwary dockwalker. Liberty Nogueira tells Helen Kelly how she navigated a successful career change from London to Antibes, and is now helping others to do the sameWed, 08 Jan 2025 09:48:00 Z2025-06-24T11:04:25Z9773333c-983f-4a30-a797-ec6d4a6f8340https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-boosting-seafarer-welfare-work-by-stuart-rivers-chief-executive-at-the-merchant-navy-welfare-board/Chief executive at the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) Stuart Rivers outlines a new initiative coming into force in the UK in 2025, which will boost revenue for seafarer welfare facilities at ports.Thu, 02 Jan 2025 11:38:24 Z2025-07-16T15:35:19Ze62e1220-32d5-460d-ac22-60d214949f0chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-new-year-honours-acknowledge-services-to-diversity-in-maritime/Services for diversity in maritime were recognised in the UK New Year Honours List for 2025.Tue, 31 Dec 2024 15:05:03 Z2025-01-07T13:55:07Z1fc66f5a-10bd-4506-8bd0-eb03adc5decahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-update-unions-demand-stronger-action-on-the-shadow-fleet/The European Transport Workers’ Federation (ETF) is calling for flag states and international maritime authorities to step up the fight against unregulated shipping.Tue, 31 Dec 2024 11:44:21 Z2024-12-31T12:09:38Za79ef4f8-3f7a-48d6-abe1-2b1074f5208bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/celebrating-100-years-of-the-swiss-rhine-boatmasters-licence/Seafarers can find out more about inland navigation at the Hafenmuseum in Basel, which is commemorating the first issue of a Swiss Rhein boatmaster's certificate until February 2025.Mon, 30 Dec 2024 16:06:36 Z2025-01-15T09:07:21Z27365c6a-8927-425a-bccf-6db15201238dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/exceptional-abilities-accolade-for-2024-jw-slater-fund-officer-training-awardee/Congratulations to Blackpool and the Fylde College student Dean Hodgson, who has received the 2024 John William Slater Award for Outstanding Achievement thanks to his 'exceptional ability 'and 'overcoming challenges in the face of adversity'.Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:40:21 Z2024-12-20T12:02:10Za6dc7802-e6a7-4a9b-a097-fde52da0d535https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nedspa-returns-revived-deep-sea-pilots-organisation-to-tackle-unlicensed-pilot-safety-issue/A previously inactive organisation for deep sea pilots returned to action with a meeting on 6 October 2024 which discussed ways to ensure professionalism in pilotage − including a suggestion for a centralised database of fully licenced pilots.Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:14:38 Z2025-01-07T13:57:09Zf1512ad1-5430-437a-af30-5ee60392928bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pay-increase-for-members-at-red-funnel/Nautilus members employed by Red Funnel will receive a 6% pay increase from 1 April 2025 after voting to accept the company's 2025 pay offer.Tue, 17 Dec 2024 15:56:44 Z2024-12-18T09:20:24Zac29da1b-ddb6-4dad-b592-307a9a04b19ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/award-winning-office-and-residential-complex-opens-for-business-at-nautilus-mariners-park/Building work is now completed at Nautilus Mariners' Park for the Union's award-winning new head office and residential complex in Wallasey, UK. Seafarers nearing retirement are welcome to check it out for a tour!Tue, 17 Dec 2024 15:13:19 Z2025-01-03T13:38:34Z0d2da7e9-b0b8-428a-ae8d-dd5c241a0b13https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-protects-health-insurance-for-the-families-of-swiss-inland-waterways-crew/Nautilus International has prevented Sympany, the largest insurer of inland waterways crew working on the river Rhine, from unfairly raising its rates for their family members.Fri, 13 Dec 2024 14:56:31 Z2024-12-13T17:26:37Z04c7e287-128e-45b5-8f35-2726e1cc43f0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-intelligent-solution-to-vessel-tracking/With ever more merchant ships trying to hide their movements from the authorities, a new way of monitoring this shadow fleet is needed. AI-enabled 'Persistent tracking' technology could be the answer, writes Steve BomgardnerThu, 12 Dec 2024 16:11:47 Z2024-12-31T12:18:15Zb4582b72-9b0c-40a0-b936-65d1251e03bbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-maritime-barometer-2024-changing-perceptions-of-seafaring/Read Nautilus International's third Maritime Barometer report, which provides fascinating insights into the UK public's perception of the maritime industry, and find relevant podcasts.Wed, 11 Dec 2024 14:48:41 Z2025-07-15T11:48:00Z6bb467eb-2b97-4b11-b5f7-9713f66cb0abhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/have-your-say-on-2022-mlc-amendments/The UK Maritime & Coastguard Agency is holding a public consultation on the new rights enshrined in the 2022 amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC).Wed, 11 Dec 2024 13:37:49 Z2024-12-13T15:40:26Z483b3fe0-b70a-433f-989b-9e1e02d886d0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/retired-chief-engineer-roy-ferguson-credits-the-dreadnought-medical-service-for-saving-his-life-and-career/Retired chief engineer and longstanding Nautilus member Roy Ferguson will always be most grateful to the Dreadnought Medical Service for saving his life and his career.Wed, 11 Dec 2024 09:49:44 Z2025-07-30T08:20:47Ze1668eed-304d-458e-bade-c014bdacf246https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/solving-dreadnought-medical-service-disruption-for-seafarers-in-scotland-and-northern-ireland/Nautilus has been made aware that some seafarer patients based in Scotland and Northern Ireland have had difficulties accessing the UK Dreadnought Medical Service.Wed, 11 Dec 2024 09:05:14 Z2024-12-13T10:44:06Ze5cad64e-878d-4893-a3fe-58c918e7a253https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/emergency-calls-from-distressed-seafarers-on-the-increase-globally/A rising number of calls relating to abandonment, repatriation, severe mental health issues and experiences of abuse at sea are being made by seafarers to the International Seafarers' Welfare and Assistance Network's (ISWAN) SeafarerHelp helpline.Mon, 09 Dec 2024 14:39:57 Z2024-12-09T15:26:10Zd6e9e71e-97e5-412e-ab14-443cf02b5915https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/embracing-traditional-navigation-in-the-digital-age/For the latest episode of our podcast, Helen Kelly speaks with India Syms, a young maritime professional whose unconventional journey to becoming a seafarer is inspiring a new generation of seafarersThu, 05 Dec 2024 09:52:00 Z2025-06-24T11:05:04Zffdc0120-f29c-4a89-b4c8-c19416b0ce58https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/international-bodies-agree-new-guidelines-to-protect-seafarers-from-criminalisation/Seafarers ' unions, the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) have adopted new guidelines for the prevention of unfair treatment and criminalisation of seafarers at a meeting held in Geneva last week.Wed, 04 Dec 2024 15:17:36 Z2025-01-07T13:54:34Zc7382455-d191-4e5e-98a6-003ab4600354https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seafarers-speak-up-on-diversity/The maritime industry has long grappled with issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the Diversity Study Group’s (DSG) latest annual benchmarking research sheds new light on the experience of seafarers. Deborah McPherson reportsWed, 04 Dec 2024 12:00:56 Z2024-12-13T10:10:11Z8e4f2aa6-66ee-45fa-8304-cb5d0254bd5dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/justice-for-lost-seafarers-lord-prescotts-contribution/Lord Prescott was instrumental in working alongside the Derbyshire Family Association, Nautilus International, the ITF and other organisations to achieve justice for those who died onboard MV Derbyshire, the largest British merchant vessel ever lost at sea. Rob Coston looks at his contributionWed, 04 Dec 2024 10:01:49 Z2024-12-04T10:50:46Z01ce2984-cec4-44a4-869c-9f77d2120972https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-awaits-stena-response-during-pay-review/Nautilus International is awaiting a response from Stena Line Pte Ltd after 'respectfully' rejecting the company's offer at the 2025 pay and conditions review.Tue, 03 Dec 2024 11:08:44 Z2025-01-20T09:54:13Z965e9164-7341-4a5d-9a9a-5295792f4e4ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/power-to-the-pensioners/Nautilus has won a campaign to allow Dutch workers in heavy jobs to retire early without a tax penalty. Sarah Robinson reportsMon, 02 Dec 2024 15:11:13 Z2024-12-02T15:38:35Z91ba4659-df09-466d-bd89-72569a16dcdahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-for-strengthening-of-employment-rights-bill-to-prevent-another-po-ferries/Nautilus International has told MPs that loopholes allowing ‘fire and rehire’ must be closed by the UK government’s Employment Rights Bill during an evidence-gathering session in Parliament.Fri, 29 Nov 2024 14:50:50 Z2024-12-18T11:48:27Zdc4fcbd8-40c5-4661-b3ba-dfe98d0a34a3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-entrepreneur-to-receive-2025-imo-gender-equality-award/Chair of the International Seafarers' Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) and maritime entrepreneur Karin Orsel will receive the 2025 International Maritime Organization (IMO) Gender Equality Award.Thu, 28 Nov 2024 11:59:47 Z2024-11-28T12:09:41Ze39083a0-c4fb-4da4-bbcd-15a881bb9641https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wista-golden-jubilee-events-highlight-the-challenges-facing-female-seafarers/On 26 November 2024, representatives from Nautilus International travelled to the House of Lords for an event hosted by the Women's International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA) and sponsored by the Union.Thu, 28 Nov 2024 11:11:23 Z2024-12-20T11:17:33Z6dbf9e0b-b694-48a7-aa26-876b80e03760https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/from-numast-to-nautilus-becoming-international/A year-long serialisation of Andrew Linington's history of Nautilus International concludes as the Union finally becomes internationalWed, 27 Nov 2024 16:11:57 Z2024-11-29T10:42:31Z74f1f5ce-0b45-4398-8e64-903e55c327aahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-for-end-to-employment-loopholes-that-allow-exploitation-of-fishers/Nautilus International has joined with other maritime and workers' rights organisations in calling for the UK government to stop the exploitation of fishers through the Employment Rights Bill, which is currently at the committee stage in the House of Commons.Tue, 26 Nov 2024 15:42:35 Z2024-12-18T11:53:44Z7140cbfd-8a26-4489-ac89-6b69776e298chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/windfarm-warning-for-north-sea-navigators/The Dutch maritime authorities have raised safety concerns around vessels operating near North Sea wind turbines – and their research could prompt a rethink of navigational procedures in crowded seaways.Tue, 26 Nov 2024 15:42:05 Z2024-11-26T16:03:36Zea21dc15-b03a-48ee-ae8d-6ef88c56aa65https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/It-s-time-for-NATO-nations-to-invest-in-their-maritime-backbone/Political instability and the Covid-19 pandemic have shown that a strong Merchant Navy is essential for national security, says Nautilus general secretary Mark DickinsonFri, 22 Nov 2024 11:01:00 Z2025-05-29T10:58:25Z6224c9eb-ba1d-42aa-81f8-7316bd771f99https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/transport-workers-set-demands-for-finance-cop/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) has laid out its demands as it prepares to negotiate with representatives of business and government at the COP29 climate summit. Rob Coston looks at the detailsThu, 21 Nov 2024 16:42:19 Z2024-11-22T13:10:02Z1b33abb2-e0c7-470f-99a3-230bdaa578aehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/guest-speakers-grapple-with-ai-at-nautilus-uk-branch-conference/The theme of the Nautilus conference was artificial intelligence (AI) in maritime, so two expert speakers were invited to explore the current status of AI technology and how it might be used in the shipping industry.Thu, 21 Nov 2024 13:20:22 Z2025-01-16T10:23:41Z03b2e2cd-5aed-4880-9dc3-fbffd072554ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-pays-tribute-to-honorary-member-john-prescott/Nautilus is paying tribute to former deputy prime minister and one-time seafarer John Prescott, who has died aged 86 after living with Alzheimer’s for many years.Thu, 21 Nov 2024 11:57:23 Z2024-11-21T17:14:38Z20fbe141-171f-41e8-b745-703dea793e37https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-key-moment-for-our-international-work/Nautilus International has taken part in several international events recently to highlight the importance of our members' work, and to ensure your voices are heard far and wide.Thu, 21 Nov 2024 09:45:01 Z2024-11-22T13:10:29Z9e7fba2c-5aba-4fd1-8d6d-6feb71e6c8cchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/international-influence/Nautilus International attended the 46th Congress of the International Transport Workers' Federation – an opportunity to make sure the voices of maritime professionals are heard when decisions are being made at a global level.Thu, 21 Nov 2024 09:13:40 Z2024-12-02T16:39:52Z9aab7dd7-f224-4648-bac4-63030a5b2a6ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/inflation-busting-pay-wins-for-members/Nautilus's industrial department has been fighting to achieve pay uplifts for members – with some big wins in 2024 that underscore the financial value of Union membership for seafarers. Director of organising Martyn Gray presents the figuresWed, 20 Nov 2024 16:48:41 Z2025-06-24T12:02:14Z6b606ab8-63f7-4cbb-9b89-aa1e4d4435c6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/glimpsing-our-maritime-future-the-2024-nautilus-uk-branch-conference/The latest Nautilus UK branch member meeting was held entirely online – but that wasn't the only thing that was digital about the event. Sarah Robinson reportsWed, 20 Nov 2024 16:07:08 Z2025-01-16T10:44:23Z893da843-409d-4994-9cfd-868b7ca78b53https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-vote-to-support-rfa-personnel-and-monitor-ai-in-maritime-at-uk-branch-conference/Nautilus International members at the Union’s UK Branch Conference have voted unanimously to reaffirm support for striking seafarers at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) and to campaign for the responsible use of artificial intelligenceWed, 20 Nov 2024 13:30:14 Z2024-11-21T13:31:20Z08747a21-d7af-495c-b899-907c63ca3fd6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-wearable-tech-monitoring-seafarer-wellbeing/An ongoing research project aimed at understanding the benefits of social interaction onboard and the impacts of fatigue, activity and rest among seafarers is now using wearable technology and mobile data collection.Tue, 19 Nov 2024 15:10:57 Z2024-12-13T12:50:18Z066753d0-246a-4c37-a1f0-16cfe2171061https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/warlike-operations-area-established-in-eastern-mediterranean2/The UK Warlike Operations Area Committee (WOAC) has established recommendations for ships in the eastern Mediterranean, due to the ongoing conflict in the Levant.Fri, 15 Nov 2024 12:49:36 Z2024-11-15T14:52:36Z1e94b98c-e8f7-4c4f-bbf3-9445cc7573f1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/radio-club-comes-to-mariners-park/A Merseyside society for former radio officers has found a new home at the Nautilus retirement estate Mariners' Park.Fri, 15 Nov 2024 11:53:46 Z2025-06-24T11:02:13Za2f1b68b-282e-461b-bfac-821f47662234https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-releases-report-on-the-deaths-of-two-seafarers-following-the-capsize-of-tugboat/The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has released its report into the deaths of two seafarers onboard the tug Biter in February 2023.Thu, 14 Nov 2024 16:17:14 Z2024-11-15T09:13:38Z07b69f65-c879-48f4-8b76-b6358f869e54https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-tiktok-captain-demystifying-container-shipping/For the latest episode of our podcast, we go onboard a Maersk post-panamax containership with Captain Mark Maguire, the straight talking, no-nonsense star of TikTok, demystifying container shipping one video at a timeThu, 14 Nov 2024 09:52:20 Z2025-06-24T11:05:37Zd384cd06-e3d7-4751-b3d6-f0822f222105https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/courageous-crew-and-other-outstanding-contributors-to-maritime-honoured-in-the-2024-merchant-navy-medal-awards/Outstanding seafarer contributions to maritime for bravery in the yacht sector, as well as across training, safety, diversity and welfare, were recognised in the 2024 UK Merchant Navy Medal award ceremony.Mon, 11 Nov 2024 17:21:05 Z2024-11-12T08:20:54Zbabac1c8-2b92-4cf1-b25c-34c108f2c0c7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-continues-long-tradition-of-respect-for-merchant-navy-seafarers-during-remembrance-events/Nautilus members and officials in the UK continued a long tradition of paying their respects to Merchant Navy seafarers killed in global conflicts at poignant Remembrance ceremonies held for 2024 in Wallasey and London.Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:53:35 Z2024-11-12T08:38:04Z6c95cff7-3f17-4b2d-855b-d6e7c4d1be70https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-and-mssc-sign-historic-agreement-to-secure-slater-fund-scholarships-in-perpetuity/Nautilus International and the Marine Society and Sea Cadets (MSSC) have signed a historic agreement to preserve and continue the work of the John William Slater Memorial Fund.Fri, 08 Nov 2024 18:10:13 Z2024-11-15T12:37:56Zcaee1b9e-8fe7-42b6-85a6-c63ad14ed514https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/whats-going-on-with-autonomous-ships/The October 2024 meeting of the Nautilus Professional and Technical Forum focused on the development of Marine Autonomous Surface Ships, or MASS.Thu, 07 Nov 2024 16:53:21 Z2024-11-15T16:15:24Z57ce0e0a-ea7b-48bd-9813-cea55aea677dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-calls-on-nato-nations-to-strengthen-merchant-navies/Nautilus International has joined Nautilus Federation affiliate union leaders in voicing serious concerns over the poor condition of NATO member countries' merchant navies.Thu, 07 Nov 2024 15:46:45 Z2025-05-20T11:35:52Z93c81a16-77e4-4f0b-957f-924ad728c6b9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-officers-overwhelmingly-vote-to-continue-strike-action/Nautilus International members at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) have voted by an overwhelming majority to continue both strike action and action short of strike.Wed, 06 Nov 2024 15:09:57 Z2024-11-06T15:18:27Zca163e14-d879-49b1-8716-a6983dd1c25ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mlc-amendments-to-be-incorporated-into-uk-law/The Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) has issued a document explaining how the UK proposes to implement amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) which were agreed in June 2022.Tue, 05 Nov 2024 16:14:47 Z2024-11-05T16:18:08Zcefa9d3f-85c7-4806-8bd3-e773b23915b8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-affiliate-celebrates-largest-us-deck-officer-organising-win-in-50-years/Nautilus Federation affiliate the International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots (MM&P) is celebrating the largest organising win in 50 years among deck officers in the United States.Tue, 05 Nov 2024 16:05:53 Z2025-06-24T10:36:12Zc3e8839b-ae1c-4d0f-8c8a-45dddf41b2b5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-update-unions-unite-over-subcontracted-workers-rights/Workers across Europe are taking a stand against exploitation by subcontractors – and Nautilus is part of the movement. Nikolaos Koletsis explains what's been happening in the campaign and what needs to change in the maritime sectorTue, 05 Nov 2024 12:26:31 Z2024-11-06T10:36:54Z22e3fbdf-ac49-4236-8084-9eb8d2c3fecchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pay-uplift-accepted-by-members-at-caledonian-macbrayne/Nautilus members at Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) have voted to accept a 3.5% salary increase, backdated to 1 October 2024.Fri, 01 Nov 2024 10:16:00 Z2024-11-29T08:43:08Z2af1d65d-0ecc-446d-aa30-91c6b149833dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/historic-maritime-steamship-celebrates-two-decades-of-preservation-by-volunteers-and-supporters/A historic restored UK steamship, the SS Daniel Adamson – affectionately known as ‘The Danny’ – has celebrated its 20th anniversary of being saved, on its berth at Sutton Weaver Swing Bridge in Cheshire.Thu, 31 Oct 2024 11:09:29 Z2024-11-25T09:08:21Z01aa5c77-de55-4944-bb5d-4d8db018e8fchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-still-face-significant-challenges-in-spite-of-slight-uptick-in-global-happiness/A slight rise in global seafarer happiness is indicated in the third quarter report of The Seafarers’ Happiness Index, but significant challenges remain.Wed, 30 Oct 2024 12:52:53 Z2024-10-30T13:36:02Z9c9f3fa6-228a-4b88-807f-1603f28b6590https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maib-report-for-2023-reveals-safety-issues-within-the-maritime-sector/The Maritime Accident Investigation Branch's most recent report reveals a continued upward trend in the total annual number of marine casualties and incidents. 2023 saw a total number of 1592 incidents compared to 1263 in 2022, with 12 incidents involving a loss of life.Wed, 30 Oct 2024 10:04:15 Z2024-11-14T15:28:17Z73e9ae04-cd8a-435b-947d-c2bd80e37c24https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-shore-leave-are-you-getting-yours/The ITF Seafarers' Trust is asking all seafarers to complete a confidential shore leave survey to find out what ongoing issues and challenges still exist in the wake of the pandemic crew change crisis.Wed, 30 Oct 2024 09:21:00 Z2024-10-30T10:00:28Z7bf6f1ea-91ad-4c8f-900b-0122ee720694https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/schengen-area-update-be-aware-of-new-systems-regulating-entry/Nautilus is advising members, especially those working in the yacht sector, to be aware of two changes to rules regarding entry into the Schengen Area which are expected to come into force during late 2024 and 2025.Thu, 24 Oct 2024 08:52:20 Z2024-10-24T15:46:32Z07f48e25-383e-4fbf-ac5e-85bf59fce0c5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/right-to-strike-uk-government-reverses-conservative-policies/The UK government will accept that the right to strike is protected by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) Freedom of Association and Protection of the Right to Organise Convention 87 – reversing the position of the previous Conservative government.Mon, 21 Oct 2024 15:12:24 Z2024-12-18T11:49:46Zd9969c39-b806-41a1-b833-cab997c57e5ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-third-of-seafarers-suffer-from-seasickness/Nautilus International's concerns about the scale of seasickness suffered by seafarers has been backed by new research which shows that the problem affects more than one-third of crew members.Mon, 21 Oct 2024 14:10:13 Z2024-10-21T14:44:26Zeb464b6f-0fcd-4d05-ab10-63b9def28ba5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-symposium-looks-to-address-disparities-facing-mobile-workers-in-switzerland/On September 17 2024, Nautilus International’s Switzerland branch held a public symposium addressing problems faced by itinerant workers in the Swiss inland shipping industry.Mon, 14 Oct 2024 15:45:05 Z2024-11-04T15:16:00Z086ed1f5-7672-4aec-8cd9-35bc26bed152https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-raises-the-standard-for-seafarers-at-anss-2024/A contingent of Nautilus members, officials and a Bevis Minter Award recipient represented the Union at the 2024 Annual National Service for Seafarers (ANSS) at St Paul's Cathedral.Fri, 11 Oct 2024 10:24:08 Z2024-10-11T12:58:23Z5356207b-0501-4c23-9542-2307e7397125https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-life-of-a-superyacht-chef-long-hours-big-rewards/In this episode of Nautilus Off Course podcast, Helen Kelly speaks with maritime influencer chef Danny Davies, aka the @FutureChefProject.Thu, 10 Oct 2024 08:40:00 Z2025-06-24T11:06:12Zc9d482b1-122a-4a13-ab31-b5c0cf373df9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/pay-victory-at-lloyds-register/After nearly two years of campaigning, employees at Lloyd's Register in the Netherlands have won a well-deserved pay rise and union recognition. Nautilus executive officer Richard Moti tells Rob Coston how the courage and solidarity of our members finally brought the company to the tableWed, 09 Oct 2024 14:17:33 Z2025-06-24T12:07:19Z29d4c240-3ebb-49f0-86ab-2eda9a56683chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/poor-communication-contributed-to-seafarer-ventilation-shaft-death-maib-finds/A report from the UK Maritime Accident Investigation Bureau (MAIB) into the death of a seafarer, who was killed by a 10m fall down a ventilation shaft, has found that poor communication and poor safety practices onboard contributed to the accident.Wed, 09 Oct 2024 09:00:59 Z2024-10-09T10:19:27Zeec7625f-b9ef-46c0-8cb6-e209e6d5173bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-welcomes-draft-employment-rights-bill-a-step-forward-in-protecting-seafarers-rights/Nautilus International has welcomed new measures by the UK government to be announced on Thursday 10 October to protect seafarers under its draft Employment Rights Bill.Wed, 09 Oct 2024 07:32:32 Z2024-12-18T11:31:53Zc327e428-572b-42ec-8a7d-9454e22692c0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/monaco-cannes-and-antibes-visiting-our-members/September was an incredibly busy month for Nautilus as we attended both the Cannes Yachting Festival and Monaco Yacht Show, but this was a fantastic opportunity to see crew in person and put faces to the names of those we support throughout the year.Mon, 07 Oct 2024 12:41:56 Z2024-10-08T14:10:13Z4614faa5-5853-437d-87e6-22b546322dc4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/cargo-handling-your-safety-matters/In 2018, the International Transport Workers' Federation negotiated a clause to ensure work such as lashing is carried out by trained dockworkers – reducing fatigue onboard and preventing injuries and accidentsMon, 07 Oct 2024 10:34:19 Z2024-10-09T08:00:48Zceda9714-263c-4e86-a03b-832a19af8f9chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-boosts-transparency-with-accident-data-sharing-portal/The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has launched a new data portal designed to provide easier public access to some of its maritime accident data.Fri, 04 Oct 2024 10:49:04 Z2024-10-04T10:57:35Ze88c6a5c-33b8-49d2-9439-324538b30b27https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-wins-tuc-award-for-campaigning-off-course-pod/Nautilus International, the global trade union for maritime professionals, has been awarded the 2024 Trades Union Congress (TUC) Communications Award for 'Best Communication from a Smaller Union' for its podcast series, Off Course: A Sideways Look at Life at Sea.Thu, 03 Oct 2024 12:45:44 Z2024-12-17T10:09:45Z05d5fb26-044d-4684-b5fd-27a923e3b3echttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/constructive-meeting-between-nautilus-and-stena-line-pte-ltd-ahead-of-pay-and-conditions-review/On 5 September, Nautilus International officials and liaison officers met with Stena Line representatives at the company’s offices in Glasgow for the 15th Joint National and Consultative Committee meeting.Wed, 02 Oct 2024 12:26:31 Z2024-10-02T12:29:08Zaecf26c2-1f9c-465b-b6eb-e80a47ad6a69https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-passport-stamping-protocol-for-yacht-crew-in-barcelona/Nautilus is reminding yacht crew that Barcelona has a new passport-stamping policy in place, which applies to non-EU arrivals at the port: if you don't show a Seaman's Discharge Book, you don't get a stamp.Wed, 02 Oct 2024 07:35:48 Z2024-10-02T07:57:14Zdeaf38aa-d209-44b1-b6b5-5d77ffe511d5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/estonia-ferry-tragedy-remembered-on-30th-anniversary-of-sinking/On 28 September 2024, the UK maritime community marked the 30th anniversary of the tragic sinking of the ferry Estonia in the Baltic Sea – one of the deadliest peacetime shipping disasters of the 20th century, with the loss of 852 lives.Mon, 30 Sep 2024 15:18:02 Z2024-09-30T15:56:32Z3a805891-c85d-4184-ba63-be6fd33e76c7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/merchant-navy-medal-recipient-captain-jerry-mooney-reflects-on-his-career/Reflections from now deceased distinguished Nautilus member Captain Jerry Mooney on being awarded a Merchant Navy Medal for his long services to innovation, training and education in maritime.Fri, 27 Sep 2024 14:15:35 Z2025-07-31T11:26:36Ze439210b-6cae-4057-8f41-f0736ac7178fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/calmac-joint-consultation-committee-meetings/At the JCC meeting on 13 September 2024, discussions covered a wide range of topics relevant to members including: the CHFS3 contractThu, 26 Sep 2024 11:07:25 Z2024-12-13T11:05:55Z66edf2db-a93b-40e2-b9c5-6f53601507achttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/world-maritime-day-2024-marks-50-years-of-the-solas-convention/World Maritime Day on 26 September 2024 has the theme Navigating the future: safety first! But it also marks 50 years since the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) was adopted.Thu, 26 Sep 2024 08:05:00 Z2024-09-26T08:09:54Z3bc3648b-93dd-45ad-8d21-a32aa8d4574ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/picture-of-weary-resilience-wins-life-at-sea-2024-photography-competition/World Maritime Day saw the winners of this year's ITF Seafarers’ Trust Life at Sea photography competition announced. Fatigue – a key safety and criminalisation issue for seafarers – took pride of place.Thu, 26 Sep 2024 07:54:00 Z2024-09-26T08:10:46Zfde21ab1-f78c-41d5-a8bf-47a7573e4e92https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/protect-yourself-from-criminalisation/Nautilus recently held a webinar focusing on the legal and professional protections available to our members in the superyacht sector and explaining the initial steps any yacht professional can take in the event of a maritime incident to prevent criminalisation.Wed, 25 Sep 2024 16:56:29 Z2025-05-16T10:08:34Zd43417e0-ab12-47e0-80d9-c0219411ee8ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-welcomes-government-pledge-to-end-unfair-employment-practices/Maritime minister Mike Kane has reiterated the government’s commitment to protect workers' rights and end the type of unfair employment practices seen at P&O Ferries, in a recent speech to maritime industry stakeholders at the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool.Wed, 25 Sep 2024 15:42:16 Z2024-12-18T11:34:29Zd61d8ddb-85d6-45b5-a58d-a801a60f8a5ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-qvsr-by-chief-executive-alexander-campbell/Chief executive for QVSR/QVSR Seafarers Centres Alexander Campbell reflects on services to seafarer at ports, as the maritime charity rolls out improvements for cruise crew.Wed, 25 Sep 2024 15:24:49 Z2024-09-25T15:59:52Za6b2171c-8d1a-4e08-9951-953330efad2bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/no-handover-leads-to-crane-crush-injury/A UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) report into a life-changing injury sustained by a second officer during deck crane operations onboard UK-flagged survey and supply vessel Kommandor Orca in 2022 has revealed several safety issues.Wed, 25 Sep 2024 14:57:31 Z2024-09-25T15:09:46Zf602bebd-c842-4259-8d0f-ddf44318b530https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/scandinavian-star-disaster-denmark-accused-of-safety-conspiracy/The Danish Maritime Authority has come under fire from a union campaigner for its role in the Scandinavian Star ferry disaster, writes Andrew DraperTue, 24 Sep 2024 16:19:08 Z2024-10-10T15:24:59Zf9036859-2fd0-4405-a459-35348cd42168https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mounting-pressure-on-government-to-resolve-rfa-pay-dispute/Members of Nautilus International working for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary stepped up their dispute with employers on Sunday 22 September with a rally outside the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool.Mon, 23 Sep 2024 07:51:46 Z2024-09-23T13:55:48Zd1806fab-e476-497e-a7be-e82e5259e1f4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-signs-maritime-uk-diversity-and-inclusion-pledge/Nautilus International has committed to a new human resources scheme fostering diversity and inclusivity in the maritime sector.Fri, 20 Sep 2024 13:00:01 Z2025-07-28T11:47:43Z270bb616-3859-4de3-ac05-1cad3e5711e8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/historic-rfa-strike-action-resumes/Officers at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) are continueing their historic strike action from Friday 20 September, for three days, ending on the first day of Labour Party Conference.Fri, 20 Sep 2024 10:30:18 Z2024-09-23T08:13:12Zd69223a8-de88-4ee8-b896-017632d511dehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/time-out-with-a-trailblazing-third-officer/For series three of the Nautilus podcast Off course, Helen Kelly speaks to Scarlett Barnett-Smith about her journey from Port of London Authority apprentice to Officer of the Watch UnlimitedThu, 19 Sep 2024 10:26:49 Z2025-01-07T14:37:36Z24e20bfb-ba01-4606-9f50-5298bcb04ebehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-just-transition-reasons-for-research/In September 2024, the Nautilus Federation is launching the findings of a major research project on seafarers' views around decarbonisation and automation. Sarah Robinson hears how the study was developed and what it was aiming to discoverTue, 17 Sep 2024 13:58:22 Z2025-06-24T12:12:11Zcc3d19fc-76b2-41ee-8fd4-5c481345e589https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/mapping-our-maritime-future/International cooperation between maritime unions has led to an exceptional piece of research, says Mark Dickinson, director of the Nautilus FederationTue, 17 Sep 2024 13:07:27 Z2025-06-24T12:14:41Z46bcdaad-8b5a-4533-9eec-eef3371db7fbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/unlock-ethical-savings-and-loans-with-new-commsave-credit-union-partnership/After several years of planning, Nautilus International members with a UK address are now eligible to join Commsave Credit Union. Here's why being able to join and accessing its ethical savings and loans scheme is such an exciting developmentTue, 17 Sep 2024 09:03:47 Z2026-02-13T12:32:49Zb9bae6bd-3daa-4318-ac1f-8fa90bee294dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/astro-to-ai/Debbie Hull, managing director of ECDIS Ltd, welcomes Nautilus members to the 6th generation of ECDIS.Fri, 13 Sep 2024 09:13:39 Z2024-09-13T09:26:18Z9772bb9f-29ee-46b7-9302-9e4f84bc5064https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/degassing-ban-for-inland-waterways/Degassing ban for inland waterwaysThu, 12 Sep 2024 14:49:25 Z2024-09-12T14:58:35Zac813477-7418-4b4b-ad92-9462e1553613https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-gs-elected-as-new-tuc-president/Mark Dickinson, general secretary of Nautilus International, has been elected as the new president of the TUC at the union body’s annual conference in Brighton. He becomes the first ever representative of Nautilus or its predecessor unions to hold the role.Wed, 11 Sep 2024 09:13:23 Z2024-09-23T08:14:28Zf7df75ec-7381-4c24-adee-bdf10612172chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unanimous-support-for-nautilus-motions-at-tuc-congress/The UK trade union movement unanimously voted to pass Nautilus International’s two motions at TUC congress, the annual gathering of British trade unions, which was held in Brighton on 8-11 September.Tue, 10 Sep 2024 16:09:48 Z2024-09-23T08:13:54Zf7b765ac-2178-4391-bcd7-da9968c2f202https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/global-training-initiatives-for-women-in-maritime-offer-valuable-insights-for-european-seafarer-unions/UK, Dutch, and Swiss seafarer unions could find the International Maritime Organization (IMO)'s training initiatives for women in ASEAN and Pacific regions provide valuable insights for their own campaigns and activities to break down barriers to careers at sea.Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:40:24 Z2024-09-11T07:16:26Z17c259a0-b817-4c9c-9989-728fc00a3660https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/barrier-free-workplace-at-heart-of-second-women-in-maritime-survey/The second survey to gather important baseline data about women's participation in maritime, and monitor how well gender equality is evolving, has been launched by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and WISTA International.Tue, 10 Sep 2024 12:10:03 Z2024-09-11T07:18:10Z76ae9c0f-1654-4bb6-addb-71e92b3931cfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/be-more-than-a-bystander-how-to-be-a-male-ally/Men who witness gender discrimination at work are being encouraged to act in positive ways across the transport sector, including maritime, thanks to an innovative bystander initiative.Tue, 10 Sep 2024 11:17:51 Z2024-09-10T14:50:08Ze637bb40-71a3-4575-bfa2-3f53625c1b0fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/yacht-crew-sign-up-for-nautilus-webinar-to-understand-your-legal-protections/On Friday 13 September Nautilus International will hold a webinar focusing on the legal and professional protections available to our members in the superyacht sector.Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:44:32 Z2024-09-11T10:10:21Z3946e261-3fb7-4219-b192-64c511e6d96ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/war-and-peace-the-making-of-a-trade-union/Our serialisation of Andrew Linington's history of Nautilus International continues with a look at how the sacrifices of the First World War finally led to better pay and conditions for UK seafarers.Mon, 09 Sep 2024 15:46:13 Z2024-11-27T16:48:10Z2de26fb0-08fa-4d34-9385-1a3281892889https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/merchant-navy-sacrifices-commemorated-by-union-in-london/Nautilus deputy general secretary Olu Tunde represented the Union at a special Merchant Navy Day Commemorative Service held at the Merchant Navy Memorial on Tower Hill in London on Sunday 8 September.Mon, 09 Sep 2024 13:40:33 Z2024-09-09T13:56:09Z6b52f459-f27c-46e3-897e-3c2653f2db98https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-three-day-strike-to-coincide-with-labour-conference/Nautilus International has announced a further three days of strike action by its members at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary, from 20-22 September. The last day of action will coincide with the beginning of the Labour Party conference.Mon, 09 Sep 2024 09:00:24 Z2024-09-09T09:43:19Z181fe003-97e8-4c50-bd73-f339ba30aec9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-healthcare-pilot-project-for-women-at-sea-counters-subtle-hurdles/UK-based maritime charity the Seafarers' Hospital Society (SHS) has launched a pilot project to provide free feminine hygiene products to women crew on vessels calling into ports.Fri, 06 Sep 2024 11:21:27 Z2024-09-10T14:49:25Zc74e43ab-7790-4d90-8952-e419cb53045chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/gender-allyship-at-sea-campaign-launched-by-iswan/Seafarer welfare charity ISWAN has launched a programme designed to support female crew members facing abuse and mental health challenges.Wed, 04 Sep 2024 14:46:58 Z2024-09-10T14:51:34Za6c325b2-fd1f-46af-bce9-e94570b3c4a7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-calls-for-genuine-social-partnership-at-parliamentary-reception/Leading maritime trade union Nautilus International has called for 'genuine social partnership' between government, employers and unions at a parliamentary reception to welcome new and returning MPs to Westminster on the eve of Merchant Navy Day.Wed, 04 Sep 2024 13:36:22 Z2024-09-04T13:48:28Zea8c91ce-9adc-49c5-b552-8740c9b06264https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/2024s-merchant-navy-medal-recipients-reflect-dedication-bravery-and-fortitude-in-british-maritime/Merchant Navy Day on 3 September saw the announcement of the 2024 recipients of the Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service.Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:36:24 Z2024-11-12T08:27:05Z14a0fecf-053a-4228-9fc2-179457436b31https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/red-ensign-raised-in-recognition-of-merchant-navy-day-2024/Red Ensign flag-raising events were held throughout the UK for 2024’s Merchant Navy Day in honour of merchant seafarers – for their sacrifices in global conflict, and their vital role in supporting the global economy in some increasingly dangerous routes.Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:07:46 Z2024-09-09T15:34:06Zb5f4aca6-1f44-4397-bb60-a1d370c1baa7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/david-appleton-ai-in-maritime-hype-vs-reality/Amidst the hype around AI, it seems to be taken as a given that these AI systems will perform tasks at least as effectively as the seafarers who currently manage them, potentially sidelining or even replacing human workers.Tue, 03 Sep 2024 11:01:00 Z2024-09-10T10:38:39Zbb4728c7-79b4-4cbf-9f91-fd8f972dcbe6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/historic-second-rfa-officers-strike-to-coincide-with-merchant-navy-day/Officers at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary took strike action for the second day, on Tuesday 3 September, coinciding with Merchant Navy Day.Tue, 03 Sep 2024 07:48:53 Z2024-09-04T07:17:33Zd5c89bc5-1c03-4613-af0c-83448d4485e2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-update-safeguarding-your-rights-in-the-new-digital-workplace/If you are a Nautilus member working for a European shipowner, then your company will recently have signed up to an initiative to ensure you have the right training and support for shipping's digital future.Fri, 30 Aug 2024 08:48:32 Z2024-08-30T09:06:20Z93f96ed5-c816-4164-81d0-db1edf630ba9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-slams-blaming-of-bayesian-yacht-crew/In the wake of the tragic sinking of the British flagged yacht Bayesian off the coast of Sicily, everyone at Nautilus International extends our deepest condolences to all those affected by this tragic incident.Fri, 23 Aug 2024 09:42:53 Z2024-10-09T11:10:17Z9bf783bf-95bd-481d-9c62-92b8d8200a95https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-steps-up-efforts-to-combat-fraudulent-manning-agents/In an exclusive interview, Steve Trowsdale, the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) Inspectorate Coordinator, sheds light on the growing issue of fraudulent manning agents scamming seafarers worldwide.Thu, 22 Aug 2024 11:04:02 Z2024-08-27T07:57:14Z7a8b159e-344e-459e-ac81-7cb6379964a7https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/maritime-charities-group-wants-seafarer-views-on-future-welfare/The Maritime Charities Group (MCG) is delighted to announce the launch of a major new survey as part of ongoing research on the demographic profile of the UK’s Merchant Navy and fishing fleet.Thu, 22 Aug 2024 10:00:00 Z2024-09-30T15:16:14Z68899d40-7ee6-45e8-8e0e-d36840e990abhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/major-new-uk-seafarer-welfare-study-gets-underway/Seafarers, serving and retired, and their families are invited to take part in a major new study of their welfare needs.Thu, 22 Aug 2024 09:39:30 Z2024-09-13T11:46:34Zf9ffd49f-4fe6-4267-9dc4-a5df33e5a815https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/royal-fleet-auxiliary-officers-second-strike-planned-for-merchant-navy-day/Nautilus International officers at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary will hold a further strike day on Merchant Navy Day, Tuesday 3 September.Wed, 21 Aug 2024 07:47:09 Z2024-11-29T08:44:39Z0d0e176a-031f-4f6c-b9e6-00baf07de57ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/heat-death-warning/Extreme heat caused the death of a seafarer during an incident in Qatar last year. As heat waves become more common, seafarers should arm themselves with information on how to treat those seriously affected by high temperatures, writes Andrew LiningtonFri, 16 Aug 2024 15:32:23 Z2024-08-16T15:37:18Zedd1035c-c0f9-4f74-ba5a-1e98c2c8309ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/strong-turnout-for-historic-strike-by-RFA-officers/On Thursday 15 August 2024, members of Nautilus International at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) carried out a first day of strike action for the first time in the organisation's history.Fri, 16 Aug 2024 14:30:00 Z2024-09-03T08:04:43Zad96ec40-47c3-41e3-a6fa-7152eee6640chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/share-your-diverse-knowledge-via-maritime-speaker-banks/Female seafarers: volunteer for a speaker bank and enure women seafarers are more represented at maritime industry conferences.Fri, 16 Aug 2024 10:19:19 Z2024-09-04T07:37:16Z7784b6c6-3740-4c97-bc02-89cadc5a9e7fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/all-hands-on-deck-new-residential-and-office-complex-gears-up-for-occupation-at-nautilus-mariners-park/A new complex combining additional seafarer retirement apartments and the Union's head office – is gearing up for occupation at Nautilus Mariners' Park in the north-west of England.Wed, 14 Aug 2024 13:59:00 Z2024-12-18T10:23:30Zc1390105-efbb-45fb-9033-b2f3bf9c59a3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/merchant-navy-day-origins-commemorated-with-red-ensign-flag-raising/Merchant Navy Day Red Ensign flag-raising events for 2024 in full swing for commemorations being held across the UK.Mon, 12 Aug 2024 14:08:51 Z2024-09-05T14:59:43Z9a70e63f-37d1-459f-9da3-8d0fa6806474https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/24-hour-seafarer-welfare-facilities-in-felixstowe-now-open/A seafarers centre in Felixstowe has been revamped as part of planned programme of improvements across UK centres managed by QVSR Seafarers Centres – part of the Seafarers Mission of the Methodist Church.Mon, 12 Aug 2024 11:41:01 Z2024-08-13T09:12:05Zab02654f-a011-4c0f-91c1-c780d8f38bf6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-maritime-conference-to-explore-net-zero-society-and-the-sea/Sustainable practices for green shipping, alternative fuels and future technology will be explored along with a new charter pledging the industry to fair treatment, during a two-day conference in London in September 2024Mon, 12 Aug 2024 08:47:42 Z2024-08-12T13:20:00Z879cc7b3-9e57-4e63-b79f-2d7944551fc0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/three-owls-and-a-skunk-nearly-went-to-sea/Three owls and a skunk were among the more unusual patrons of the Nautilus Mariners' Park summer fair in 2024 on the estate overlooking the banks of the River Mersey.Fri, 09 Aug 2024 09:43:14 Z2024-08-09T11:50:07Zff242108-7ef2-4bd0-80f7-1fd5a2b571f9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/black-history-month-through-the-lens-of-maritime-multiculturalism/Diversity at sea, is the theme of the International Maritime Organization (IMO's) photography competition in honour of Black History Month in October 2024.Tue, 06 Aug 2024 13:24:04 Z2024-08-13T09:38:38Z2335e61a-ba4a-4cd7-8a02-6dafc1b504a2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/harm-from-tech-inequalities-revealed-in-latest-seafarers-happiness-index/Seafarers who either work on tankers or on vessels with good crew connectivity are likely to be happier than their poorly-connected counterparts, according to the Q2 2024 Seafarers Happiness Index (SHI).Mon, 05 Aug 2024 14:08:51 Z2024-10-30T13:38:08Z227261d3-e721-4579-86cc-f8ee6ba947f2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/prestigious-new-port-location-for-maritime-womens-stories/Following its successful launch at the International Maritime Organization last year, the SHE_SEES exhibition has taken up a year's residency at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard – home of the world-famous historic ships HMS Victory and Mary Rose.Mon, 05 Aug 2024 10:45:06 Z2024-08-05T11:18:25Ze38bd214-9d3d-4139-a397-7ab43de197b2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/chiltern-marine-cadets-have-you-been-transferred/Chiltern Marine will no longer be acting as a training provider to Merchant Navy cadets. Existing cadets are being transferred to SSTG as their new training provider, with Chiltern supplying cadet details and supporting the transition.Thu, 01 Aug 2024 20:30:06 Z2024-08-05T11:01:16Z1a7c4012-6a7b-42d3-b63e-0ead1bd88f47https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-visits-members-onboard-mv-isle-of-arran/On Thursday 25 July, Nautilus International’s head of Industrial Micky Smyth visited the CalMac ferry MV Isle of Arran to meet members onboard.Thu, 01 Aug 2024 20:16:40 Z2024-08-01T20:22:45Zada963ad-7e83-470d-a100-fa1380de7910https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-officers-to-strike-for-the-first-time-in-history/Officers at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) represented by Nautilus International will take strike action for the first time in the history of the service.Thu, 01 Aug 2024 09:00:54 Z2024-08-01T09:06:33Zac5030b0-261b-47cb-ab40-a335d3295e6ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/yacht-crew-join-nautilus-for-protection-at-work/Nautilus International members and yacht professionals interested in the Union's yacht services will be able to meet up with us at two of the sector's major Northern Hemisphere summer season events, writes Laura MolineuxTue, 30 Jul 2024 08:41:02 Z2024-09-11T10:17:28Z1eca7d0e-2b1b-4df1-a246-3257433179c0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/yacht-members-dont-ignore-your-notice-period/Yacht members should remember that – except in an emergency – it is important to follow the correct procedure for leaving employment onboard a superyacht, writes Laura MolineuxTue, 30 Jul 2024 07:47:22 Z2024-09-10T10:37:58Z20a4ebe7-1a69-49fa-8f85-25cb1cf3ae57https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/women-in-maritime-celebrate-50-years-of-solidarity/Nautilus has congratulated the maritime women's association WISTA on its 50th anniversary – by sponsoring a special Golden Jubilee event at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) headquarters in London.Mon, 29 Jul 2024 08:51:54 Z2024-07-29T09:45:10Zd2646985-b4a2-47f1-af2f-e85f73bcbb82https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-charting-a-steady-course-for-seafarer-welfare-by-shs-ceo-sandra-welch/The Seafarers Hospital Society is renewing its commitment to seafarer welfare during a time of change for the industry, writes the charity's CEO Sandra WelchThu, 25 Jul 2024 14:52:59 Z2025-07-16T15:36:08Z8b618c95-983f-47eb-8ec9-4dcaaa53b897https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/itf-shipbesure-stay-safe-from-scams/Find out more about how the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) can help you protect yourself and your colleagues onboardTue, 23 Jul 2024 12:49:30 Z2024-07-25T16:50:01Z31af0795-5a5e-4fc5-bb08-bd3c887613dahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/shocking-levels-of-abuse-and-harassment-faced-by-female-seafarers/A new study has revealed 'alarming' levels of physical and verbal aggression and sexual harassment of women seafarers, and has called for the industry to give improved information on procedures for reporting problems.Tue, 23 Jul 2024 07:45:58 Z2024-07-25T16:02:08Zb633ca41-3f40-48dc-8cf5-0923f0edbf0chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilustv-reveals-maritime-security-threats-and-deep-sea-scams/Nautilus International's YouTube channel, NautilusTV, has revealed shocking details about fake deep sea pilots endangering lives at sea, and how underinvestment in the mercantile marine has weakened national security.Mon, 22 Jul 2024 15:16:51 Z2024-07-23T09:12:35Zcd86edbc-9b96-40b6-a2b5-ff1d89e65fa7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-expresses-condolences-on-death-of-former-aimpe-president-terry-snee/Terry Snee OAM, former leader of Nautilus Federation union the Australian Institute of Marine and Power Engineers (AIMPE), has passed away following a short illness.Mon, 22 Jul 2024 11:18:04 Z2024-07-22T11:33:33Zf1a29ec8-6125-4607-99f9-8b8aa30cf470https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-new-uk-government-must-commit-to-securing-our-maritime-future/Labour prime minister Sir Keir Starmer has the mandate to make real improvements to the maritime economy. Now is the time for swift and strategic actionFri, 19 Jul 2024 08:10:00 Z2024-07-23T13:57:15Z92eed6f2-270e-4e3c-b7d0-88f83cac7c17https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/crewing-crisis-at-military-sealift-command/Nautilus members at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary are under pressure – but they are not alone. Seafarers at the United States Military Sealift Command, which fulfils a similar role to the RFA, face many of the same problems. Rob Coston spoke to Sal Mercogliano to find out what’s happeningThu, 18 Jul 2024 15:42:02 Z2024-07-23T13:55:45Z4bc1174d-7d7b-4b5a-91f8-04ab99dc2d9dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/snap-and-win-by-telling-your-seafaring-story/Do you have a story to tell about your life at sea as a deck officer, engineering officer, or onboard services crew?Wed, 17 Jul 2024 10:04:09 Z2024-07-18T07:21:28Z87c23ac6-0038-4e85-a904-a40229608b0bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-unions-urge-nato-member-states-to-boost-merchant-navy-investment/On the 75th anniversary of the founding of NATO, Nautilus International has led other maritime unions in calling for the alliance and its member states to invest in the Merchant Navy.Tue, 09 Jul 2024 12:01:13 Z2024-07-16T12:21:49Z1fe62c39-5b6f-46e0-b630-d93d7a34c8f3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/david-appleton-welcome-progress-on-pilot-ladder-safety/Like enclosed spaces, the rigging of pilot ladders seems to be one of those issues where lives continue to be put at risk by unsafe practices – despite numerous awareness campaigns.Mon, 08 Jul 2024 16:35:00 Z2024-09-10T10:39:12Z206aa081-53bd-4c7b-95c4-1ea06168b765https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-nautilus-presses-new-government-for-action/After weeks of industrial action, the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) returned to the negotiating table with Nautilus International to discuss a pay settlement for members at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA).Mon, 08 Jul 2024 15:52:02 Z2024-07-10T08:16:29Z7edb1dca-21c2-4f26-93f1-8897e73bc21bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/further-russian-vessels-sanctioned-by-uk-and-eu/With no end in sight to the war in Ukraine, European governments are stepping up their sanctions against Russian-owned superyachts. Sanctions are also now being applied to cargo ships and tankers supporting the Russian war effort.Mon, 08 Jul 2024 11:13:35 Z2024-07-08T11:34:33Z7b76798c-e101-4285-a0f0-9265743de373https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilustv-your-ultimate-maritime-channel/Nautilus International has a dedicated news programme for members on our YouTube channel, NautilusTV.Wed, 03 Jul 2024 14:00:57 Z2025-11-25T14:25:28Z88f1a3f4-c0e0-4c23-9d4d-0cb8973786efhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/federation-a-historic-global-vision/Our serialisation of Andrew Linington’' history of Nautilus International continues with a look at early efforts to improve the treatment of seafarers worldwideFri, 28 Jun 2024 15:32:00 Z2024-11-27T16:41:45Z01672529-81ab-45f0-bbd8-6949ad1d7387https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-industrial-action-gets-mod-back-around-the-table/The Ministry of Defence has agreed to return to the negotiating table with Nautilus International following industrial action short of strike by members at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA).Wed, 26 Jun 2024 14:52:52 Z2024-06-26T15:19:05Z823c48da-58b1-4dd5-8e4d-1eb67ec8ca0fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-gathers-political-support-for-maritime-workers-ahead-of-uk-general-election/Candidates from across the UK – and across the political spectrum – have indicated their support for maritime workers by responding to Nautilus International's 'Maritime Workers Pledge'.Wed, 26 Jun 2024 14:36:52 Z2024-06-26T15:50:56Ze3b9b4a7-eaaa-42b4-b8d1-8f6c5ae0aa88https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-call-on-nations-to-invest-in-maritime-professionals-to-ensure-future-security/Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson has called for western nations to reenergise their maritime industries, and prioritise the safety of seafarers and seaborne tradeWed, 26 Jun 2024 14:08:38 Z2024-07-05T10:25:30Zcecd381d-fdcb-47a5-b01f-cd188dce63bbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cadets-invited-to-attend-2024-conference-on-wellbeing-skills/Maritime charity Sailors’ Society has opened registrations for its 2024 Cadet Conferences, which focus on wellbeing skills for future seafarers.Wed, 26 Jun 2024 14:03:14 Z2024-08-05T10:57:05Z562292f0-0b9a-4c68-bfb0-63420a628760https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-commemorates-seafarers-killed-in-the-red-sea-amid-ongoing-houthi-attacks/The IMO has commemorated those seafarers who have lost their lives in Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping during the International Day of the Seafarer.Wed, 26 Jun 2024 11:05:45 Z2024-06-26T11:13:35Zc7cbc6d1-91e3-46ad-8766-7e43056fbfb1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-update-our-priorities-in-a-post-election-europe/The EU parliamentary elections are over, and the UK general election is nearly upon us. What happens next at the European Transport Workers' Federation? The ETF's new head of maritime Josef Maurer takes a lookTue, 25 Jun 2024 09:44:38 Z2024-06-25T10:12:08Z0e76a55c-aed7-4ba9-8b0c-80e623e0206ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/iswan-launches-womens-safety-at-sea-awareness-campaign/On the IMO Day of the Seafarer, and in keeping with the event's safety theme, the International Seafarers' Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) outlined its plans for a six-month women's safety at sea awareness campaign.Tue, 25 Jun 2024 08:49:00 Z2024-07-25T15:10:05Z5f9e8843-b534-4db4-abcb-0a869164b06dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/eu-maritime-safety-event-highlights-just-transition-training-needs/A document just released by the European Commission shows industry-wide agreement that major changes to maritime training will be needed to keep seafarers safe in the shift to decarbonisation and digitalisation.Mon, 24 Jun 2024 14:09:39 Z2024-06-24T14:22:05Z093f9568-873a-4221-bce8-d26dd9b5b23ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/female-seafarers-what-does-personal-safety-at-sea-look-like-to-you/Nautilus is encouraging its female members to take part in a global survey on their experiences of personal safety while working onboard all Merchant Navy vessels.Mon, 24 Jun 2024 12:52:00 Z2024-07-26T09:40:32Z56048055-fb64-4ec2-bdc2-7ca534d97db0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/unique-challenges-of-reporting-assaults-at-sea/A UK project to improve processes around crime reporting onboard Merchant Navy vessels is underway which began with a survey on sexual assault at sea.Mon, 24 Jun 2024 10:45:00 Z2024-11-19T12:45:56Z0d8123a0-2219-40dd-9ab9-baa1fe843d16https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-chief-backs-former-seafarers-green-marine-charity/This year's summer solstice was a bright day for the GreenSeas Trust charity, with its iconic BinForGreenSeas installed in the most meaningful spot yet – outside the International Maritime Organization (IMO) headquarters on the River Thames in London.Fri, 21 Jun 2024 10:25:33 Z2024-06-21T11:28:56Z9042761c-12d2-4fad-bce6-139a1ec33c0dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/imo-boss-arsenio-dominguez--stresses-safety-first-for-seafarers/Ahead of the Day of the Seafarer 2024, Helen Kelly sat down with International Maritime Organization secretary general Arsenio Dominguez to discuss the importance of a just and equitable transition to a decarbonised maritime industry – with crew training and safety at the top of the agendaThu, 20 Jun 2024 08:32:46 Z2024-07-05T10:21:37Z0ea375e7-2b50-4aa6-bcea-c86dec131304https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/deck-cadet-scarlett-barnett-smith-on-qualifying-and-changing-stereotypes/Third officer Scarlett Barnett-Smith, talks about her training experiences as a deck cadet, the highlight of freceiving the Nautilus Bevis Minter Award, and a future in 'magical' maritime.Tue, 18 Jun 2024 14:00:00 Z2024-09-25T09:55:31Z5b3b11c0-2869-4505-b33c-438d83f739bdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/is-your-employer-making-the-most-of-neurodiverse-talent/Many companies are starting to realise that the best person for the job may be someone who thinks a little differently because they are neurodiverse – a description which includes people with autism and ADHD.Tue, 18 Jun 2024 08:51:16 Z2024-06-18T09:19:35Z6c3f7c82-794c-447e-b6c6-638eeb11e3ffhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/further-damning-findings-on-seafarer-fatigue/A new report from World Maritime University, funded by the ITF Seafarers' Trust, has once again demonstrated the terrible working hours and fatigue that seafarers are subjected to by their employers. Rob Coston spoke to seafarer welfare champion Katie Higginbottom about the resultsMon, 17 Jun 2024 14:38:54 Z2024-06-17T16:30:57Z061d1189-2f96-4f68-a0a3-d003e9b2ed0bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/renewing-your-career-through-offshore-renewables/The offshore renewables sector is a major growth area for maritime jobs, and Nautilus is ready and waiting to support members in the sector, as Sarah Robinson discoversMon, 17 Jun 2024 14:20:00 Z2024-06-24T09:28:07Z099a2888-7101-43d1-ad68-2c2f43568bc8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/offshore-renewables-a-fresh-way-for-governments-to-get-behind-maritime-jobs/Offshore wind turbines are the fastest-growing source of electricity production in the UK and Netherlands. Rob Coston looks at how government policies have helped to drive this expansion into offshore renewables, and what the new UK government's plans might mean for Nautilus members' jobsMon, 17 Jun 2024 14:06:28 Z2024-06-24T09:27:36Z15fe172b-454b-432f-9966-63ae90365124https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-presents-pension-petition-to-dutch-employers/Nautilus International's branch in the Netherlands has presented two employers with a petition signed by more than 2,200 maritime professionals that urges them to extend the Dutch RVU early retirement scheme.Fri, 14 Jun 2024 10:16:57 Z2024-06-14T10:18:58Z65d6ec5c-be07-4afa-9a28-5eaae63d9769https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/freshly-graduated-dutch-second-officer-idske-regtien-makes-unforgettable-voyages/In the summer of 2023 Dutch member Idske Regtien graduated as a maritime officer 'all ships' from the Scheepvaart en Transport College (STC) in Rotterdam.Thu, 13 Jun 2024 14:28:48 Z2025-07-30T08:24:33Z3f7dcacd-6b86-4e7c-838a-ce07a4bbe8d8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/second-engineer-allan-dickson-raises-the-flag-for-a-merchant-navy-career/Scottish second engineer and Nautilus Council member Allan Dickson is passionate about introducing students to the opportunities a career in the Merchant Navy offers.Thu, 13 Jun 2024 11:05:00 Z2024-06-13T15:38:53Zc14fd0f6-2358-493e-a6f9-750b6d60f6a5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/have-your-say-on-inland-waterway-crewing-rules/A public consultation has opened on European inland waterways, which could lead to new EU legislation on crewing rules.Wed, 12 Jun 2024 09:09:14 Z2024-06-12T09:30:43Zaacbe102-eca7-4bd6-aafe-094f46b7af17https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/legacy-of-second-world-war-veterans-merchant-navy-campaigning-honoured-during-d-day-commemorations-in-france/A Second World War veteran's work on behalf of Merchant Navy seafarers has been honoured by his son during the D-Day 80th anniversary commemorations in France.Wed, 12 Jun 2024 08:30:57 Z2024-06-12T09:06:01Z0e515e2f-4ddb-493c-a46e-63c7cb2a7901https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/merchant-navy-remembered-during-d-day-commemorations-in-hull/Nautilus caseworker John Norris was among those who turned out for the D-Day commemorations in Hull, organised by the Hull Independent Merchant Navy Assocation.Tue, 11 Jun 2024 15:03:33 Z2024-07-15T13:31:14Zc29ec7a5-70a6-4e50-82a6-ed4d0fe57864https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-pushes-for-calmac-clyde-and-hebrides-ferry-services-contract-award-after-12-month-extension-is-announced/Nautilus International has welcomed a 12-month extension to the current CalMac Clyde and Hebrides ferry services contract, which was due to conclude on 30 September 2024, and is continuing to campaign for a direct award of the contract to CalMac at the end of this period.Tue, 11 Jun 2024 14:32:15 Z2024-06-11T14:40:36Z1f85733c-65ef-470b-8b1d-801127abbfddhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sea-blessing-ritual-revived-aboard-historic-steamship-shieldhall/Historic steamship Shieldhall, which is crewed by seafarer volunteers, has revived a 'Rogation of the Seas' service tradition.Fri, 07 Jun 2024 12:01:43 Z2024-06-07T12:07:15Z12fe8b86-8dd3-46a8-b134-7c10a8a74bd8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/safeguarding-your-rights-tips-for-inland-waterways-workers/Nautilus has seen a sharp increase in individual legal cases involving members in Europe's workers inland waterways transport sector, so the Union has put together this rights advice.Fri, 07 Jun 2024 11:34:33 Z2024-06-12T09:32:09Zf632ce29-e170-40b4-893e-c02e637f041ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/scarlett-barnett-smith-scoops-the-nautilus-bevis-minter-award-recognising-maritime-cadets/Freshly qualified OOW unlimited officer Scarlett Barnet-Smith has won this year's Bevis Minter Award, which recognises outstanding cadet achievements in overcoming difficulties.Thu, 06 Jun 2024 15:15:15 Z2024-08-05T10:57:44Z49eb0c7c-ae03-4beb-81d8-819326d4e6a4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-member-raises-visibility-for-lgbt-seafarers-during-pride-month/Maritime is being invited to celebrate Pride Month in June at an event organised by Nautilus member Gustavo Abdiel Aguilar-Miranda, aimed at raising support for LGBT+ visibility within the sector.Thu, 06 Jun 2024 14:53:55 Z2024-06-06T15:11:38Zc0c920df-d5c2-4776-9afd-d36e960d1ad5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-shore-leave-are-you-getting-enough/Head of the ITF Seafarers' Trust Katie Higginbottom explores the rationale behind the Trust's shore leave survey, and why decent working conditions have to be defended all the time.Tue, 04 Jun 2024 11:56:56 Z2024-07-25T14:48:25Zb048a1f5-f9f5-41e3-a8af-e42472a992bchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/hm-king-charles-continues-royal-patronage-at-selected-maritime-charities/HM King Charles has been announced as royal patron of three UK maritime charities, including The Seafarers’ Charity, Sailor's Society and the Seafarers Hospital Society.Mon, 03 Jun 2024 13:47:25 Z2024-06-12T08:50:08Zbe0d714a-3a8d-4199-b095-b04a636dc51chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/royal-fleet-auxiliary-officers-to-press-ahead-with-planned-industrial-action-ahead-of-uk-general-election/Officers at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) will take planned industrial action in the form of action short of strike from 00:01 hrs Saturday 1 June 2024.Fri, 31 May 2024 12:00:53 Z2024-11-29T08:45:04Z6ba3db55-b46f-4197-bd3c-d2012dbe7f17https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-general-election-manifesto-webinars-register-now/Nautilus International held two webinars delving into the detail of the Union's manifesto and what it will be campaigning for the next UK government to do.Thu, 30 May 2024 13:28:23 Z2024-07-03T15:39:02Z326770df-50e0-4c68-8f9c-1f4dca7c6e21https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/celebrating-transport-heroes-itf-launches-global-photo-competition/Transport keyworkers, including seafarers, are invited to submit photos of their daily work life for a photo competition being run by the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF).Wed, 29 May 2024 13:37:57 Z2024-05-29T14:07:24Zdb7a5746-c161-43a4-a68b-e07c10c17885https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/crisis-at-sea-the-growing-threat-of-fake-deep-sea-pilots/Ships captains, responsible for the safety of crew and cargo, face daily challenges navigating increasingly congested sea lanes in the North Sea. However, one invisible hazard has for too long evaded the radar – the proliferation of unqualified individuals masquerading as deep sea pilots.Wed, 29 May 2024 12:29:09 Z2024-05-29T14:11:41Z37e0132b-695a-4af0-b928-d2906c6ae305https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-general-election-manifesto-turning-the-tide-a-mission-to-revitalise-our-nations-maritime-sector/Nautilus general election manifesto - Turning the Tide: a Mission to Revitalise Our Nation's Maritime SectorFri, 24 May 2024 13:08:53 Z2024-06-20T11:51:34Zfe8c1214-dd12-4a38-95ca-6129678fd267https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/general-election-how-do-i-vote-whilst-at-sea/On 22 May, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called a snap general election, which will take place on 4 July 2024. The quick turnaround means it's crucial to register to vote by 18 June to avoid disenfranchisement.Fri, 24 May 2024 12:21:32 Z2024-05-24T12:34:44Zec14987a-0446-4ee8-b008-506e8d95ccdfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-study-investigating-health-conditions-onboard/The Seafarers International Research Centre at Cardiff University has launched a study to investigate the health conditions of those working in the cruise and cargo shipping sectors, as well as their access to healthcare services while onboard.Fri, 24 May 2024 11:18:46 Z2024-05-24T11:47:48Z45d0808b-4c28-4462-8547-eca957111db8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/investors-in-people-gold-means-better-member-support/Happy, motivated employees who feel supported in their roles will in turn provide the highest quality support to members and those we care for, says Nautilus general secretary Mark DickinsonMon, 20 May 2024 11:35:36 Z2024-05-20T12:01:16Z14c1d011-19c9-4ca0-a919-65fd0c473ab9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-adds-two-more-countries-to-foc-list-as-seafarer-abandonment-hits-new-highs/The International Transport Workers' Federation has added the ship registries of two more countries, Gabon and Eswatini, to its list of Flags of convenience (FOCs).Fri, 17 May 2024 16:15:32 Z2025-07-31T11:58:57Za24a43ec-b813-4493-91ce-c0d55fb95696https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-officers-to-undertake-industrial-action-from-1-june/Nautilus International, the union representing officers at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA), has officially informed the RFA and Ministry of Defence that members will begin industrial action, commencing from 1 June 2024.Fri, 17 May 2024 15:19:39 Z2024-11-29T08:45:28Z458c83aa-b4c6-4c82-8918-1c5267f2f083https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-industry-urged-by-imo-to-invest-in-women-for-transition-to-future-skills/The rise of digitalization and automation as well as green technology in the sector will require new skills and potentially signal new career opportunities for women, says the International Maritime Organization.Fri, 17 May 2024 14:29:02 Z2024-06-07T13:30:03Z244758d3-a42f-4040-8e44-fa01762def81https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/international-day-for-women-in-maritime-an-engineers-view/Nautilus member Marjan de Haas talks about her career as a second engineer to mark the third IMO International Day for Women in Maritime (IDWIM).Fri, 17 May 2024 13:43:46 Z2024-06-07T12:25:56Zcfacd0fc-07b3-4bb0-97fa-223621317549https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-solidarity-on-lgbt-seafarer-rights/Nautilus is supporting global unions who have highlighted rising attacks on the rights and achievements of the LGBT+ community support of International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT)Fri, 17 May 2024 12:48:30 Z2024-05-17T14:47:24Z24c960c6-c3ee-4696-b4b9-9737ae380572https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/who-challenges-myths-around-pandemic-treaty-that-supports-seafarers/Nautilus has welcomed action by the World Health Organization (WHO) to scotch misinformation about a treaty that would protect seafarers' rights in a future pandemic.Thu, 16 May 2024 16:02:46 Z2024-05-16T16:13:38Ze6171b21-663e-4dae-8dbf-2522f7dd9421https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/legal-warning-for-yacht-captains-on-cayman-registered-vessels/Nautilus is notifying captains of yachts that are flagged in the Cayman Islands that they may be open to criminal prosecution and a significant fine if they sail (or attempt to sail) when there is a crewmember onboard without a Seafarers' Employment Agreement (SEA).Thu, 16 May 2024 09:29:28 Z2024-10-09T13:12:09Z00e1fed2-98c8-4d3b-8b7b-89c6dabf2288https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/calls-to-improve-workplace-support-for-neurodivergent-seafarers/Neurodivergent seafarers have called for more education and awareness support for those in maritime careers during training, certification, jobseeking,and onboard.Wed, 15 May 2024 09:45:36 Z2024-05-17T07:42:06Z25c86b40-c248-482c-805c-70980480034dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-forces-lloyds-register-to-the-negotiating-table/Lloyd's Register has agreed to pay discussions with Nautilus International's branch in the Netherlands, after the Union informed management at the company that it would take legal action unless they entered negotiations.Tue, 14 May 2024 13:49:54 Z2024-05-14T13:57:16Z0efafbb8-f08a-4e8b-a90a-b6a26bfcb2a4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-affiliate-official-honoured-for-distinguished-service-to-seafarers/Mary Liew, general secretary at the Nautilus Federation affiliate the Singapore Maritime Officers' Union (SMOU), has been honoured with the Distinguished Service (Star) award.Tue, 14 May 2024 10:04:12 Z2024-05-14T12:54:39Zbe9de3fb-1a91-4edf-96c7-5261a1a6a536https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-charities-join-forces-to-promote-diversity-in-new-workshops/Maritime welfare charities have joined forces to deliver a number of workshops throughout the UK that aim to tackle prejudices and unconscious biases across the charity sector.Mon, 13 May 2024 14:18:57 Z2024-05-13T15:05:24Z00bf5bf7-0465-4985-b272-077a103809c7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/safe-horizons-for-women-in-maritime/2024's International Day for Women in Maritime (IDWIM) has a focus on safety, which will be the topic of discussion at symposiums and seminars in the UK ahead of the annual day on 18 May.Wed, 08 May 2024 13:16:22 Z2024-05-17T09:53:50Z13d75663-e274-4e67-b731-79adc5076911https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/two-year-pay-deal-agreed-at-pntl/Members working at Pacific Nuclear Transport Ltd (PNTL) have voted by a strong majority to accept a two-year pay deal. They will immediately receive an increase of 5.5% on basic pay plus a one-off, non-consolidated and non-pensionable payment of £1,500 for each officer/rating.Wed, 08 May 2024 12:15:33 Z2024-11-29T08:46:00Z4a7308e9-2656-41c0-907f-7f7820599bb9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-makes-the-voice-of-seafarers-heard-at-p-and-o-ferries-seminar-in-parliament/As part of Nautilus International’s continued political engagement to gain support for action on P&O Ferries, general secretary Mark Dickinson attended a seminar in Parliament on Tuesday 30 April 2024 with our sister union the RMT and members of the Parliamentary Labour Party.Wed, 08 May 2024 09:34:54 Z2024-05-08T09:48:16Z7f9d7466-68e6-47f1-9182-2a2d7e596b50https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-boss-pocketed-more-than-500000-after-sacking-uk-seafarers/Seafarers from countries including the Philippines who are now working on P&O Ferries' cross-Channel routes are being paid as little as £2.87 per hour, the company's chief executive Peter Hebblethwaite confirmed to the House of Commons business and trade committee.Wed, 08 May 2024 09:24:42 Z2024-05-08T09:52:53Zfc140405-11d9-4e74-94b6-f5d3e79762d6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/david-appleton-professional-and-technical-updates-for-members/Maritime advice and information from Nautilus head of professional and technical David AppletonFri, 03 May 2024 12:10:00 Z2024-11-07T16:51:14Zb691c71a-4c51-4abe-8ce7-20f5760f97e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/grant-funding-secured-for-vital-nautilus-maritime-caseworker-service/Funding for the Nautilus caseworker service – which helps UK seafarers claim back millions of pounds in welfare benefits they are entitled to – has been secured thanks to a new grant from The Seafarers' Charity.Thu, 02 May 2024 14:27:12 Z2024-05-03T09:51:46Zf06453ad-e969-4d30-b4ca-485edcd7d9e3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ensuring-maritime-representation-on-sustainable-transport-and-climate-finance/Nautilus head of international relations Danny McGowan discusses how the maritime voice is represented internationally on just transition principles for workers' rights, diversity, and training throughout the supply chain's moves to greener transportWed, 01 May 2024 14:40:24 Z2024-07-10T09:40:22Z49c2bb0d-757c-4ced-9ee4-9ce76a0deb1chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-member-honoured-for-diversity-and-inclusion-initiative/Nautilus member Gustavo Abdiel Aguilar-Miranda has been honoured for his efforts at improving diversity and inclusion in maritime through his visibility and rights awareness project I Exist Too.Fri, 26 Apr 2024 15:09:03 Z2024-04-30T15:33:40Z2bab2eab-01d4-48b3-834f-b25680421980https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-industry-calls-on-un-for-assistance-as-attacks-on-vessels-and-deaths-of-seafarers-increase/United Nations secretary general Antonio Guterres faces maritime industry calls for assistance and increased protection in warlike areas, following the recent seizure of the MSC Aries.Fri, 26 Apr 2024 11:24:50 Z2024-04-26T13:23:36Z03bc8cd6-399b-414f-8a76-5dd2fe6850e6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-update-governments-need-to-work-harder-to-protect-red-sea-crews/Joint working and renewed commitment is needed from the allies defending merchant vessels from Houthi attacks, says Nikolaos Koletsis of the European Transport Workers' FederationThu, 25 Apr 2024 17:00:00 Z2024-04-25T17:37:02Z036da773-3243-4861-ba2b-26ce6282182fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fuel-training-for-a-just-transition/Introducing the five features of our special report investigating the current state of play on developing training standards and course provision for seafarers working with new fuelsThu, 25 Apr 2024 13:40:06 Z2024-05-20T14:05:02Z76d212ce-a2ee-483b-8f4f-c4ed224567c7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-french-report-on-cross-channel-ferry-fire/A cross-Channel ferry had to be towed to safety by a French emergency tug after it suffered an engine control room (ECR) fire and lost power and propulsion while running between Dover and Calais in March last year.Thu, 25 Apr 2024 13:30:56 Z2024-04-25T13:43:34Z4a2439ef-507f-47fa-a949-ce2f1ecdfea5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-us-affiliate-official-honoured-for-defending-mariners-rights/An official working for Nautilus Federation affiliate union, the International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots (MM&P), has been honoured for her seafarer advocacy.Thu, 25 Apr 2024 13:21:15 Z2025-06-24T10:18:41Z52501b73-403f-4b8f-a43b-b50254874f88https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-government-should-prioritise-rfa-pay-and-challenges-before-committing-to-further-defence-spending-nautilus-says/Nautilus International, the UK’s largest maritime union, has criticised the government for committing to increasing defence spending while refusing to move on pay for Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) employees.Thu, 25 Apr 2024 13:18:13 Z2024-05-03T11:21:47Z307b285b-4360-4780-8264-422f1b01a3a1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/what-do-we-want-from-new-fuels-training/Nautilus has been campaigning for several years to ensure seafarer training is a priority when new fuels and engine types are introduced. What is the Union calling for?Thu, 25 Apr 2024 11:17:06 Z2024-04-25T14:36:55Ze853f80b-f0fb-4ce9-a1a0-5827cfd3aa37https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/what-is-industry-doing-about-new-fuels-training/Shipping companies are moving to adopt new fuels before training standards can be set by the maritime authorities – which means that courses are being developed in response to demands from industry rather than regulators. Sarah Robinson looks at some examples of thisThu, 25 Apr 2024 10:34:38 Z2024-04-25T14:39:08Zeaec3cba-d8d0-41c0-80be-3ec75e6f5ffchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/what-are-regulators-doing-about-new-fuels-training/To ensure a Just Transition for the world's seafarers, national and international maritime authorities need to introduce regulations requiring new fuels training to be provided to experienced officers and cadets alike. Sarah Robinson gives an update on this standard-setting workThu, 25 Apr 2024 10:00:37 Z2024-04-25T14:40:04Z816eada0-b2fd-4b07-853f-cfd6eeed891ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/what-do-we-mean-by-new-fuels/There are numerous options in the mix to replace heavy fuel oil and diesel, and opinion is divided on which of these new fuels – also known as 'future fuels' or 'alternative fuels' – will end up on top. Lucy Chapman explores the pros and cons of some of the main contendersWed, 24 Apr 2024 10:11:28 Z2024-04-25T10:58:33Zffe53e7f-8bd3-4fd9-bf3b-dca73ccbdea0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/what-are-nautilus-members-experiencing-on-new-fuels-training/Nautilus hears what members who are on the frontline of the new fuels revolution are reporting to the Union about their recent training experiencesTue, 23 Apr 2024 12:22:43 Z2024-05-31T08:04:21Zc9891327-65d0-4a5c-b94c-b1aa835d37achttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/securing-you-an-early-retirement/Want to continue working until you're 70? It's an impossible prospect for many people working in professions such as seafaring. Nautilus International is working in the Netherlands to ensure that members are able to stop working at a reasonable ageTue, 23 Apr 2024 07:22:31 Z2024-04-23T12:10:24Z710f34d3-bfc0-4535-8238-e823f9bbb851https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/reaching-a-gold-standard-what-does-it-mean-for-members/How does Nautilus International's achievement of a global Gold accreditation from Investors in People, the human resources assessment body, benefit members and those it cares for?Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:35:20 Z2024-05-10T08:29:11Z75095262-8391-4afe-b948-44b5f6e1e56bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/corruption-at-ports-endangering-seafarers/On 18 April, two BBC podcasts, The Food Chain and Business Daily, discussed corruption at ports and the impact this has on seafarers.Fri, 19 Apr 2024 14:28:11 Z2024-04-23T08:07:28Z9f4d9874-90da-4a3f-a34b-8ffb6175bd2bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tuc-creates-draft-bill-to-ensure-worker-protections-in-the-age-of-ai/The TUC has published a draft bill that lays out a clear plan for the regulation of AI in the workplace, in order to ensure transparency and fairness for workers, and rights to redress against the ethical dilemmas of 'black box' [automatic algorithmic] management decisions.Fri, 19 Apr 2024 10:32:20 Z2024-04-19T10:36:37Zce00ba5a-6338-49f1-a117-3fa44472c6b9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-bevis-minter-award-2024-nomination-deadline-extended/Nominations deadline extended for the Nautilus Bevis Minter Award which recognises outstanding achievement by Merchant Navy cadets in overcoming difficulties during their study.Thu, 18 Apr 2024 13:59:00 Z2024-04-23T11:26:39Z52029c3e-6982-4e7f-9fdf-3ac5dc8b1f27https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/an-unconventional-career-from-coffee-and-tobacco-processing-to-canal-lock-operator/Dutch bridge and lock operator Sieto de Vries, from Joure, is a staunch unionist and Nautilus Council member. He explains his unconventional career journey from the tobacco and coffee processing industries to a nautical role on canals in the Netherlands.Thu, 18 Apr 2024 11:15:19 Z2024-04-18T11:40:55Z6c6f2cde-df1b-4657-b0f9-b4ef3ee4a81chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/recognising-exceptional-service-to-seafarers-nominate-someone-who-has-helped-you/The Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) is calling on the maritime sector to nominate their unsung heroes providing exceptional service for seafarers for its new-look annual awards.Wed, 17 Apr 2024 10:05:40 Z2024-04-17T11:34:42Z4310d4b7-deb5-4075-a710-5e36ad23acd6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stuc-backs-nautilus-call-to-secure-future-maritime-skills/The Scottish Trades Union Congress (STUC) has voted to support a Nautilus International motion calling for the future proofing of maritime skills and training, at STUC’s 127th Annual Congress in Dundee.Wed, 17 Apr 2024 08:28:44 Z2024-09-23T14:03:00Zf15ebebb-7917-4dfb-bfa0-00f4376c0d20https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/meet-with-nautilus-at-the-palma-international-boat-show-2024/Nautilus yacht organisers Cheryl McCann and Laura Molineux will be attending the Palma International Boat Show 2024, where they will be available to meet members and other yacht crew as well as attending industry events.Mon, 15 Apr 2024 13:59:30 Z2024-04-18T08:24:40Z32676e83-874f-47da-9659-7e1216ce246ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/asbestos-related-disease-claiming-compensation/Fabio Seccatore explains how the deadly material has affected seafarers, and what options you have if you develop asbestosis as a result of exposure in the workplaceFri, 12 Apr 2024 11:55:49 Z2024-04-12T14:00:17Zde0b502a-f42a-4f6d-ae61-6c7599431bf4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-safety-campaign-have-your-say/Seafarers interested in giving their views on safety issues are invited to join online focus group sessions as part of a new seafarers' safety campaign.Thu, 11 Apr 2024 13:45:26 Z2024-04-11T14:26:21Z1bd10cb1-a416-4e0b-bcec-9556927b2f51https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/recruitment-scam-alert-member-defrauded-by-criminals-posing-as-offshore-company/Nautilus is reminding members to remain alert for new job scams after a member lost a significant sum to scammers impersonating the offshore drilling company Seadrill.Thu, 11 Apr 2024 11:39:51 Z2024-05-07T13:45:38Z3b52ede3-dfcf-44c2-bd1c-40cb8524793fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/lack-of-oversight-led-to-collision-off-india/‘Ineffective’ navigation and failure to properly supervise watchkeeping officers has been blamed for a collision off the coast of IndiaThu, 11 Apr 2024 10:39:25 Z2024-05-07T14:32:52Z9992afe7-8a8f-4adb-b6e7-98bfa42fc85dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/viking-sky-near-grounding-report-multiple-recommendations-after-disaster-was-narrowly-averted/An investigation into the near-grounding of a cruise ship, which experts warned 'had the potential to develop into one of the worst disasters at sea in modern times', has concluded that the vessel should not have been at sea because it was in breach of safe return to port requirementsWed, 10 Apr 2024 16:05:41 Z2024-04-10T16:47:48Z83940be9-8e69-4572-bc64-6abed2e8c16bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/focus-on-mariners-park-award-winning-development-for-mariners-nears-completion/An award-winning project at Nautilus Mariners' Park in the north-west of the UK – a combined complex of additional seafarer retirement apartments and new head office – is on a solid trajectory towards being completed by August 2024.Wed, 10 Apr 2024 15:56:40 Z2024-12-18T10:22:17Z8d87f3c9-d1b7-46dd-93fe-d4a607441c7fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-yacht-crew-welfare-hub-to-be-established-in-antibes/A new welfare hub for superyacht crew is to be established in Antibes, France, through the funding and collaboration of maritime charities, which Nautilus is supporting.Wed, 10 Apr 2024 13:34:45 Z2025-10-30T10:11:11Z28ed521d-e7a3-454c-a5c2-18894394fd0fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-government-consults-on-charging-fees-for-employment-tribunals/The UK government is consulting on a proposal that would see a £55 fee introduced for workers who attempt to bring an employer before an Employment Tribunal or Employment Appeal Tribunal.Wed, 10 Apr 2024 12:48:54 Z2024-04-10T14:36:20Z7afeec32-9e9f-4945-a934-aa362ea6defehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/iain-mackinnon-returns-as-chairman-of-msa/The Maritime Skills Alliance (MSA) has announced the appointment of Iain Mackinnon as its new chairman. Mr Mackinnon, known for his nine-year stint as secretary, brings a wealth of experience and connections within the industry.Tue, 09 Apr 2024 15:38:22 Z2024-04-19T12:38:39Z1240c06c-f88c-4462-8256-fdf90e83a47dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/navigating-the-port-of-bridgwater/Nautilus Telegraph visited Captain Jessica Tyson at Port of Bridgwater, Burnham on Sea, as part of our planned new YouTube programme highlighting members at work.Tue, 09 Apr 2024 14:12:54 Z2025-07-30T08:23:58Zcdb822c3-ce0a-4948-9af5-5ee7bac37905https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-official-to-step-down-as-muk-pride-in-maritime-chair-after-four-years-of-progress-for-lgbt-maritime-professionals/Nautilus's head of international relations, Danny McGowan, is stepping down as chair of Maritime UK's Pride in Maritime network after a second successful two-year term, during which the organisation has helped with several important steps for LGBT+ people in the industry.Tue, 09 Apr 2024 10:19:11 Z2024-04-09T10:43:23Z1b93ee71-5b5f-4cc7-af2d-d43e14da22e7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-seafarers-welfare-provision-an-ongoing-challenge-in-the-netherlands-by-chaplain-helene-perfors-for-the-dutch-seafarers-federation/Helene Perfors, a chaplain at the Port of Rotterdam from the Protestant Church of the Netherlands – which is affiliated with the Dutch Seafarers' Federation (NZC) – describes the organisation's recent welfare work in collaboration with the UnionMon, 08 Apr 2024 14:34:16 Z2025-07-16T15:39:28Ze2bb6a3c-d3a7-49af-b891-3cd344d79014https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/officers-at-the-royal-fleet-auxiliary-vote-for-strike-action/Nautilus International members at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) have voted strongly in favour of industrial action.Fri, 05 Apr 2024 15:21:52 Z2024-05-03T15:24:37Z503d1197-b404-4b44-8e8b-ffdf3541b418https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-cruise-crew-lounge-and-private-pod-at-tilbury/Cruise crew now have a dedicated lounge to relax in and make private internet calls while ashore in the busy UK cruise terminal at Tilbury.Fri, 05 Apr 2024 12:26:28 Z2024-07-31T14:55:13Z2d26a37e-2aec-45c6-b359-6488b1603577https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fighting-for-recognition-engineers-onboard/Our serialisation of the history of Nautilus International continues with a look at how seagoing engineers had to fight not only for fair pay and welfare services, but also for the right to be recognised as professionals alongside deck officersThu, 04 Apr 2024 11:18:42 Z2024-11-27T16:37:01Z99dd62f1-6a6c-4ef1-a552-2f3f3fa01d97https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stcw-scam-warning-ensure-your-training-centre-is-mca-approved-before-signing-up/Nautilus is advising members to check that their training centre is a Maritime and Coastguard Agency Approved Training Provider (MCA ATP) before signing up for STCW or other necessary training.Wed, 03 Apr 2024 16:29:11 Z2024-04-03T16:47:08Z30751ac6-229c-4f69-9196-7050e7e167d6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/taking-action-on-the-gender-gap/The innovative Women in Transport Equity Index 2023 recommends a raft of practical action points for organisations to improve gender representation in the sector. Find out what your company can do.Wed, 03 Apr 2024 15:01:24 Z2024-04-08T14:53:17Za8c71874-9966-4ba9-a486-df513e7bd708https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/researchers-scrutinise-gender-equity-in-transport/A new report – sponsored by welfare maritime charity the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) – reveals the stark reality of gender disparities within the traditionally male-dominated transport sector and recommends many actions relevant to maritime.Wed, 03 Apr 2024 14:48:10 Z2024-04-03T16:28:07Z5bc2fc0e-2eb0-49a1-9c30-66694e131f95https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pay-uplift-and-bonus-for-nautilus-members-at-cemex/Members working for Cemex UK Marine Ltd have voted to accept the company’s offer, made as part of the 2024 Pay and Conditions Review.Wed, 03 Apr 2024 13:34:15 Z2024-11-29T08:46:26Z27e0e8cc-b727-4fbd-a35e-72d997e8c1e4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/criminalisation-an-international-issue/Find out more about how the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) is tackling the unfair treatment of seafarers following incidents and suspected maritime crimes.Wed, 03 Apr 2024 13:26:15 Z2024-05-20T15:05:45Za8b41727-a1a2-41d0-ad80-6eeab79da129https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-union-stands-with-maryland-pilots-following-baltimore-bridge-collision/Captain Don Marcus, president of Nautilus Federation affiliate the International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots (MM&P), has spoken in support of the pilots onboard the cargo ship M/V Dali, which collided with the Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore, USA.Wed, 03 Apr 2024 13:25:04 Z2024-04-10T15:04:07Zf9cb2726-514b-4223-b4b9-5dc02ced6fcfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/revamped-health-and-safety-handbook-for-seafarers-promises-accessibility-and-clarity/In a bid to enhance safety measures at sea, the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has released the updated version of the Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seafarers (COSWP), heralding it as 'more accessible and easy to use' than ever before.Tue, 02 Apr 2024 12:43:43 Z2024-04-24T10:17:53Z7f764d86-326d-4a4d-90b3-02cdad061870https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/free-guidance-documents-published-by-merchant-navy-training-board/The UK Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB) has published three new 'good practice' guidance documents for onboard training at sea, which are available to download for free.Thu, 28 Mar 2024 16:18:24 Z2024-08-05T10:58:27Z67dc055f-dff4-4c5a-9b01-c45a18ff40f2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-maritime-unions-call-for-congress-to-support-strong-anti-harassment-protections-in-new-law/Maritime unions in the United States, including two Nautilus Federation affiliates, have called on congressional leaders to reject any attempt to weaken the protections afforded to merchant mariners under that country’s Safer Seas Act.Wed, 27 Mar 2024 15:13:46 Z2025-06-24T10:19:45Z1f4f7b9e-2152-44df-8d08-6970cba804cfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/agreement-reached-between-officers-and-isle-of-man-steam-packet-company/Ships' officers working for Isle of Man Steam Packet Company (IOMSPCo) have reached agreement with their employer over changes to terms and conditions relating to live aboard arrangements.Fri, 22 Mar 2024 13:45:18 Z2024-04-02T07:48:10Zf8a3dbc9-f4ed-463f-a7cf-e7478ef277f9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-tells-rally-our-members-were-discarded-like-dirt-by-po-ferries/The government has been urged to fulfil its promises to protect seafarers made in the wake of the P&O Ferries scandal in which 786 crew lost their jobs.Thu, 21 Mar 2024 14:49:28 Z2024-03-27T17:11:14Z934d0a4a-e313-4e59-a473-2502ae80c30chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/webinar-addresses-alarming-impact-of-mental-health-on-yacht-crew/In a webinar hosted by The Seafarers’ Charity on 20 March, industry leaders including Nautilus International head of organising Martyn Gray addressed the concerning rise in mental health issues among yacht crew and discussed potential solutions.Thu, 21 Mar 2024 13:36:03 Z2025-10-30T10:11:55Zec94c3f7-efa6-41d4-af62-c4dc8bb9b2achttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/france-institutes-new-minimum-wage-law-to-protect-ferry-crew/On Tuesday 19 March, the French government signed a decree bringing into effect legislation that forces cross-channel ferry operators to pay the French minimum wage of at least £9.95 per hour.Wed, 20 Mar 2024 15:44:46 Z2024-03-21T09:14:37Za18da30a-379d-47e1-9746-3a8a233208c4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-employment-contract-rules-for-cayman-islands-flagged-yachts/Yacht professionals working onboard vessels flagged in the Cayman Islands must now be employed under an improved written contract, after the territory's Parliament passed a new act to bring its shipping regulations in line with international maritime standards.Tue, 19 Mar 2024 16:33:41 Z2024-03-19T16:38:42Z06c64b9f-ea8f-4dd3-a603-9ae63fbd8a31https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-to-take-part-in-seafarer-welfare-needs-study/Nautilus will be contributing to an important new piece of research which will provide an up-to-date profile of the UK seafarer population – with the aim of pinpointing seafarer welfare needs, barriers to support, and what future service provision is required to meet those needs.Tue, 19 Mar 2024 16:15:41 Z2024-03-19T17:12:33Zc65640ee-ac2b-4f24-9024-9f33ea293bf7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-new-social-contract-for-seafarers/Nautilus general secretary comment: Empowering seafarers: The rising influence of trade unionsTue, 19 Mar 2024 12:45:00 Z2024-03-28T15:53:24Z26851f66-2402-4fa9-a1c7-257809d27e27https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-wins-gold-for-staff-development/Nautilus International has achieved the coveted Gold accreditation standard from Investors in People (IIP), the human resources assessment body.Tue, 19 Mar 2024 09:59:13 Z2024-05-20T11:59:24Zf421c503-195a-4fd5-943e-1964d2fff252https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ending-bullying-and-harassment-for-all-seafarers/Opinion piece by Nautilus head of international relations Danny McGowan who attended as a seafarers' spokesperson at the IMO ILO Joint Tripartite Working Group in Febrary 2024,Fri, 15 Mar 2024 16:18:54 Z2024-05-01T15:09:31Zc4cd5bc9-11a8-4997-8265-308eb43bc500https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/from-seafarer-to-influencer-the-unusual-world-of-olof-ormeling/When reality TV star Olof Ormeling visited the port of Rotterdam this year, Sascha Meijer caught up with the famous seafarer for an interview.Fri, 15 Mar 2024 15:09:12 Z2024-05-07T13:51:16Z176a5f07-7acb-4717-9a48-99ad9f0f75d8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/joint-statement--pando-ferries-2-year-anniversary/P&O Ferries' brutal sacking of 786 dedicated seafarers in March 2022 was a nadir in modern industrial relations. Two years have since passed – but the government has done nothing to stop another P&O Ferries scandal.Fri, 15 Mar 2024 12:12:37 Z2024-03-27T17:13:01Z81a24ca7-5793-4424-8d7e-450aa024969chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/lloyds-register-bosses-accept-pay-rise-whilst-denying-cost-of-living-uplift-to-staff/Top management earning as much as £1,000,000 per year at maritime classification society Lloyd’s Register are rewarding themselves with a 10% inflation-busting pay rise, even as the company refuses to give hardworking staff a cost of living uplift.Fri, 15 Mar 2024 10:54:41 Z2024-03-15T15:51:57Zaa24414a-762b-4efc-95b8-cf32e3a8eb80https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-unions-early-days/Our serialisation of Pulling Together, the new history of Nautilus International, continues with the launch of the MMSA in Liverpool – still home to its successor union today.Thu, 14 Mar 2024 15:38:48 Z2024-11-27T16:51:38Z43328efa-f048-451a-ac54-1c373f1dc96ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/progress-on-bullying-and-harassment-at-ilo-imo-joint-meeting/Nautilus has provided input as a social partner on bullying and harassment issues to a joint meeting of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and International Labour Organization (ILO) Tripartite Working Group.Thu, 14 Mar 2024 11:31:05 Z2024-03-20T09:41:09Zfb35dcce-4fa1-40c9-9cfb-e10378104bf2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-and-unions-rally-for-seafarer-rights-condemning-government-failures-post-po-ferries-scandal/Two years after P&O Ferries sacked almost its entire UK-resident seafarer workforce, the company’s scandalous actions have not been forgotten. Our message is simple: the government has not done enough.Wed, 13 Mar 2024 16:49:02 Z2024-03-27T17:12:29Z38db3ccd-f4ab-4a78-bbfc-ad77c4f0b61dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/research-into-uk-seafarers-experiences-of-sexual-assault-at-sea-continues/A survey examining the extent to which UK seafarers and those who work aboard UK registered vessels are exposed to rape, sexual assault, stalking and sexual harassment, and similar offences has been relaunched.Wed, 13 Mar 2024 16:15:07 Z2024-04-22T08:48:04Z6a0f1d7d-92ac-4b08-bd63-8e457466dac8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/facing-sexual-abuse-at-sea/Seafarers of any gender have the right to expect safeguards against abuse at sea.Wed, 13 Mar 2024 14:48:37 Z2024-05-13T11:43:18Z239cb3b5-0733-4881-8a25-19a62f9e6f46https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-vote-to-accept-new-cbas-with-vwh-and-spliethoff/Nautilus members have voted strongly to accept the results of negotiations between the Union and the Dutch Association of Employers in Merchant Shipping (VWH) on a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) for 2024.Tue, 12 Mar 2024 20:44:43 Z2024-03-12T20:52:20Z812cb3ab-7b2b-466c-b5b1-6e0a2a47c3c1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-condemns-port-talbot-steelworks-closure-as-threat-to-uk-shipbuilding/Nautilus has flagged UK maritime and national security concerns over the decision by Tata Steel to close its Welsh steelworks in Port Talbot.Tue, 12 Mar 2024 14:05:00 Z2024-03-18T15:03:30Z7f8e29dd-640b-49e3-8077-80d08611a511https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-spreading-the-word-on-mariners-welfare-by-andrew-jones-nautilus-welfare-fund-head-of-welfare-and-care/Nautilus director of welfare and care Andrew Jones hosts shadow UK minister for aviation and maritime Mike Kane MP and members of Wirral Council at Mariners' Park.Tue, 12 Mar 2024 11:43:38 Z2024-03-14T09:49:45Ze66fc8ef-e076-417c-8116-e6ce31d15a98https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/red-sea-attacks-your-questions-answered/Nautilus responds to questions from Union members about the attacks on commercial shipping off YemenMon, 11 Mar 2024 17:30:00 Z2024-03-11T17:32:21Z0917fdcc-a408-4797-99eb-485c7d7d6aaahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-resolutions-the-pathway-to-policy/When Nautilus members vote in favour of a motion at the General Meeting, the motion becomes official Union policy. In this special report, we explore how Nautilus is taking the first steps to implement the 2023 GM resolution Tackle Flags of Convenience and Grow Domestic ShippingMon, 11 Mar 2024 15:14:43 Z2024-03-11T15:33:58Z8c2c50ca-c5dc-4974-8569-574ff99c1bb0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/whats-the-problem-with-flags-of-convenience/Nautilus has pledged to redouble its efforts to end the practice of flags of convenience since a resolution on the subject was adopted at its 2023 General Meeting. Sarah Robinson takes a closer look at the system, and explains why maritime trade unions want to see the back of itMon, 11 Mar 2024 14:35:07 Z2024-03-18T14:51:13Z1810a330-e36c-4848-8f28-6e8e033fe4e8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/considering-cabotage-for-the-nautilus-nations/Most of the world's maritime countries back their own fleets through cabotage laws, so a fresh look at these must be on the cards for the UK and Netherlands. Andrew Linington explores the history of cabotage and how laws aimed at growing domestic shipping work around the world todayMon, 11 Mar 2024 12:44:09 Z2024-05-07T13:55:48Zf1d1d373-33fe-423a-a49c-4f2bc7dda55ehttps://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/maritime-charities-group-announces-seafarer-demographics-research-team/The Maritime Charities Group (MCG) is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Joanne McVeigh and Alison Kay from Rothesay Consulting to conduct vital new research on the size and demographic profile of the UK seafarer population.Mon, 11 Mar 2024 10:59:00 Z2025-01-27T15:48:19Ze9d3b7ed-629a-4abe-8cc9-233d757adab9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/huge-pension-boost-for-swiss-seafarers/On 3 March, voters in Switzerland rewarded the hard graft of workers including maritime professionals in a referendum on increasing old age pension provision. Holger Schatz explainsFri, 08 Mar 2024 16:54:18 Z2024-03-12T13:18:16Zc6ce47b9-ce30-48b4-ad44-2e0c3225518ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-new-framework-agreement-on-river-cruise-working-conditions/The European Transport Workers Federation (ETF) has succeeded in signing a declaration of principles to improve working conditions with the European River Cruise Industry Association (IG River Cruise) and the European Barge Union (EBU).Fri, 08 Mar 2024 16:13:53 Z2024-12-03T15:07:04Z4f559fc8-2079-4b0c-8623-431f5746846fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/collision-sparks-concerns-about-maritime-safety-standards/On 24 October 2023 the general cargo vessel Scot Explorer collided with the gas carrier Happy Falcon, raising concerns about maritime safety and watchkeeping standards.Fri, 08 Mar 2024 14:43:10 Z2024-05-07T15:02:54Za88dac92-6706-49e2-adf2-7f46269407d0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seas-of-opportunity-wista-uk-and-maritime-educational-foundation-empower-female-cadets/WISTA UK and Maritime Educational Foundation (MEF) have announced a new initiative to help empower female Merchant Navy cadets on International Women’s Day 2024.Fri, 08 Mar 2024 11:46:18 Z2024-04-24T07:53:21Z540f366c-9ecb-42e2-8204-03bba9a6c0c4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-members-make-your-vote-count/As maritime professionals, you play a crucial role in our nation’s national security. The Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) is vital to supporting the Royal Navy and providing humanitarian assistance worldwide. However, the challenges faced by RFA employees cannot be ignoredThu, 07 Mar 2024 16:51:54 Z2024-03-14T15:29:16Zb940ed8f-c2d3-4310-ad1f-048ee013af45https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/true-confidence-nautilus-international-calls-for-halt-to-red-sea-transits-to-safeguard-seafarers/Recent events have demonstrated that the risk from these indiscriminate attacks is no longer isolated to vessels with meaningful links to Israel, the UK or the USThu, 07 Mar 2024 12:20:27 Z2024-03-07T12:36:30Zb35cc7ff-79cb-44ff-8516-d3e0f615f42bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cadets-would-you-recommend-a-career-at-sea/The UK Chamber of Shipping is asking cadets to share their opinions on careers at sea to help with a new national awareness campaign to promote jobs in the Merchant Navy.Wed, 06 Mar 2024 09:14:29 Z2024-03-07T08:24:53Zd156d96f-1407-438d-9fe6-27bde956c885https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/six-ways-to-celebrate-pioneering-female-maritime-members-on-international-womens-day/Nautilus is celebrating International Women's Day (IWD) 2024 (8 March) with a look at members from the past and the present day who epitomise the spirit of this year's theme – inspiring inclusivity.Tue, 05 Mar 2024 18:46:17 Z2024-03-13T15:10:07Z25648785-df3a-486a-8baf-ed6974887c78https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cruise-and-cargoship-seafarers-have-your-say-in-new-study-into-onboard-healthcare/Cruise and cargoship seafarers are being invited to take part in a new study on their experiences of health and access to healthcare while onboard.Tue, 05 Mar 2024 18:24:40 Z2024-03-05T18:37:29Ze0b24025-f374-4b0c-ab43-895f76e62760https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/herald-of-free-enterprise-remembering-those-lost/On Wednesday 6 March, Nautilus International remembers all of those lost in the Herald of Free Enterprise disaster, and the many acts of individual heroism by both crew and passengers who gave their lives so others might live.Tue, 05 Mar 2024 17:09:44 Z2024-03-06T10:45:12Zb5f6e4b4-1be6-4cc0-865b-614ef1797ecahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seafarer-welfare-towards-a-better-maritime-workplace/A major industry conference has investigated what the future of the maritime workforce could look like – from the seafarer's perspective.Tue, 05 Mar 2024 10:39:26 Z2024-03-07T11:21:53Zc1adbf0c-40c8-4657-a1a8-2a79000ff706https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seafarer-fatigue-the-weary-weight-of-evidence/Many studies of crew fatigue have come and gone over the years, but there is hope that a high-level review of this academic literature will now drive a genuine improvement in the lives of seafarers. Sarah Robinson reportsMon, 04 Mar 2024 16:30:14 Z2024-03-07T11:24:25Z015b4bd0-50e0-41ad-9994-b999886b98d2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/worrying-drop-in-uk-cadets-revealed-by-latest-mca-data/The number of UK officer cadets in training has slumped with new entrants 23% lower in 2023 than before the Covid-19 pandemic.Fri, 01 Mar 2024 15:09:18 Z2024-03-07T08:25:26Z50f21ce7-56f5-437b-927a-a26e8e7d9e76https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/perseverance-and-pedalling-against-adversity-pay-off-for-vessel-traffic-services-officer-christine-mclean/Christine McLean, shoreside vessel traffic services officer in the Scottish archipelago of the Shetland Islands, has been a member of Nautilus International since she was a cadet.Fri, 01 Mar 2024 12:21:00 Z2024-03-06T11:48:04Z05df2da3-4010-44c2-b91f-edd653e8ddeahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/cunard-lines-flirtation-with-aviation/Captain Aseem Hashmi, former civil aviation professional and current master of Cunard's RMS Queen Mary 2, reminisces about Cunard Line's flirtation with the aviation business 60 years agoFri, 01 Mar 2024 11:45:59 Z2024-03-01T12:19:30Z21631115-c5c1-4a8b-bf69-6bc15c6398f7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/females-to-the-fore-as-rnli-celebrates-200th-anniversary/A new exhibition – Women of the RNLI – has been launched at the National Maritime Museum to mark the famous lifeboat service's bicentenary.Thu, 29 Feb 2024 16:46:09 Z2025-01-30T17:00:45Zd24f2421-f787-40bf-a271-bcfbda953309https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-2050-is-a-call-for-action-amid-declining-cadet-numbers/In a recent meeting with the new Maritime Minister, Lord Davies, the importance of the ‘people’ chapter of Maritime 2050 strategy was underscored by Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson amid an ageing workforce and declining intake of officer cadets in the UK.Thu, 29 Feb 2024 16:02:31 Z2024-03-07T08:26:50Zc1b6c242-511e-41c7-869b-6a5f7d4337bdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/toolkit-to-monitor-seafarers-health-launches/Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS) has launched a key performance indicator (KPI) toolkit to help maritime organisations track regulatory compliance and year-on-year impact on seafarer health and welfare.Thu, 29 Feb 2024 09:46:00 Z2024-03-05T12:16:22Zcd3a922a-c0a7-4993-905d-8c2e30159128https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/jobs-worry-over-proposal-to-scrap-danish-net-salary-scheme/Unions are warning that if the income tax arrangements under the Danish international shipping register, DIS, are abolished as a cost-cutting measure, it will lead to a loss of jobs as owners reflag abroad.Tue, 27 Feb 2024 12:15:31 Z2024-05-07T13:57:20Z5b362193-c19c-4a0a-ae77-1c5b672b9df9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-update-maritime-matters-highlighted-for-mep-candidates/The European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) has taken the next step in its campaign to persuade EU election candidates to run on a maritime platform.Tue, 27 Feb 2024 11:41:19 Z2024-02-27T14:05:48Zac5795e1-a190-4cde-9ca8-a0272c664055https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/focus-on-mariners-park-never-too-late-to-plan-your-nautical-retirement/Working British seafarers may feel that swallowing the anchor is sometime off, but whether you are years off retiring or are already considering your options in the next few years, why not consider putting your name down now for accommodation at Nautilus Mariners' Park Estate in the UK.Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:55:39 Z2024-04-15T14:34:05Z0559d3b5-81c3-4e47-a48c-0bbabdc523fdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-visits-uk-sailing-academy/In February 2024 Nautilus International yacht organisers Laura Molineux and Cheryl McCann visited the Union's strategic partner UK Sailing Academy (UKSA) to speak with cadets and present an award for Most Growth and Improvement during a graduation ceremony at the training institution.Thu, 22 Feb 2024 12:27:44 Z2024-02-22T12:45:36Zc4c7dd5b-e6c6-49e1-ab04-b963494470b1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/code-of-practice-on-fire-and-rehire-not-enough-to-stop-another-po-ferries/Nautilus International says the UK government's code of practice on fire and rehire does not go far enough.Tue, 20 Feb 2024 09:52:10 Z2024-02-20T10:08:49Zcf72c00e-acc7-4f65-a8e3-56ac8a94e679https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/female-yacht-crew-support-network-joins-nautilus-as-a-strategic-yacht-partner/Nautilus is pleased to welcome a new strategic partner in the yacht sector with a focus on supporting women onboard throughout their career and beyond.Fri, 16 Feb 2024 18:46:32 Z2024-02-22T12:44:59Z516e24c7-e1d2-4bfd-95a9-d5c7a0925de8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/lookout-warning-for-shipmasters/Following an investigation into a collision which nearly sank a Netherlands-flagged ship, the Dutch Safety Board has urged shipmasters to ensure that lookouts are posted at night.Fri, 16 Feb 2024 16:56:22 Z2024-02-16T17:05:27Za8df0084-caee-4633-bd5c-a6ff06e7a210https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shadow-minister-for-aviation-and-maritime-mike-kane-visits-nautilus-mariners-park/Shadow UK minister for aviation and maritime Mike Kane MP and members of Wirral Council visited Nautilus International's Mariners' Park to view building work on 27 new residents' apartments and a new head office on the site – the largest single newbuild investment in Wallasey.Thu, 15 Feb 2024 16:30:54 Z2024-02-21T19:01:34Zc806f601-366d-43da-b7ae-057b78e118bchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/itf-names-and-shames-abusive-employers/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) has launched a new online index to tackle the exploitation and abuse of workers at sea. Can you help populate the list by reporting bad maritime employers?Wed, 14 Feb 2024 17:52:02 Z2024-04-24T10:06:55Zd4b8566b-3ac2-4bd1-bf84-2a8720e1201bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-maritime-pilots-get-a-safe-health-haven-with-dedicated-wellbeing-support-scheme/UK maritime pilots now have access to their own dedicated mental health and wellbeing support thanks to a partnership between Sailors' Society and the UK Maritime Pilots' Association (UKMPA).Wed, 14 Feb 2024 16:10:07 Z2024-02-14T16:26:54Z99cfffd2-4698-40c9-8280-5ff04414f372https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/merchant-navy-seafarers-views-needed-on-whether-ammonia-can-safely-be-used-as-a-marine-fuel/Merchant Navy seafarers' views on ammonia's safety – and its relevance to the decarbonisation of shipping – sought by Maersk McKinney Moller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping.Wed, 14 Feb 2024 10:11:08 Z2026-02-04T12:13:36Z0305cdc4-9a6f-4595-8813-62f51a5aef75https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-officer-trainee-of-the-year-awarded-to-fleetwood-cadet/A Blackpool and The Fylde College student at Fleetwood Nautical Campus, Katie Jayne Hargreaves, has won the prestigious Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Trainee Officer of the Year 2023 award, which Nautilus International helped to judge.Mon, 12 Feb 2024 14:27:10 Z2024-02-12T14:41:55Z526f14a3-8834-46b9-8a6d-35e63ee83fbdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/european-safety-stays-on-course/Encouraging downward trends in onboard accidents have been identified by the latest annual report from the European Maritime Safety Agency. Lucy Chapman reviews the dataMon, 12 Feb 2024 12:45:03 Z2024-02-13T14:23:32Z611fcf18-1cae-428a-8604-7ccd8d8c2932https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/under-the-scope-first-transgender-ships-doctor-celebrated-during-lgbt-history-month/The life of a transgender ship doctor Dr Michael Dillon has been celebrated as part of LGBT+ History Month.Mon, 12 Feb 2024 10:49:41 Z2024-02-12T16:39:08Z26f7efc1-0092-4306-b242-e113b0ab758dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tuc-calls-for-seafarers-to-be-protected-in-red-sea-crisis/The UK Trades Union Congress (TUC) has called for maritime employers to ensure the safety and welfare of seafarers is respected during the current crisis in the Red Sea.Mon, 12 Feb 2024 09:59:09 Z2024-02-12T11:39:30Z5b602581-f8bd-4c8c-b96c-85087435a9c3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-podcast-off-course-charting-the-rich-history-of-lgbt-seafarers/In the final episode of the second series from Nautilus International's podcast Off course: a sideways look at life at sea, we chat with Dr Jo Stanley, a creative historian and expert on LGBT+ maritime history.Thu, 08 Feb 2024 16:26:17 Z2024-03-26T14:42:28Zbdd9a30d-e83e-45d1-b73e-2e6136840e1dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/off-course-podcast-series-2-join-us-for-a-sideways-look-at-life-at-sea/Listen to Nautilus podcast Offcourse: Series 2 - join us for a sideways look at life at sea to hear Inspirational stories from maritime professionalsThu, 08 Feb 2024 16:07:00 Z2025-06-24T11:07:51Z0044be60-6c60-4941-9f1c-1ec551ffbb3fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-insights-into-the-seafarers-welfare-research-network-by-mcg-chair-tim-slingsby/The Maritime Charities Group has been doing some forward planning. We've agreed a new strategy that focuses on three key themes: strengthen, connect and promoteWed, 07 Feb 2024 17:10:32 Z2024-04-08T14:46:11Z12fd6f20-bda4-4eda-bd4d-aee946ec4421https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/5-reasons-to-heart-your-maritime-union/HeartUnions week from 12 to 18 February 2024 is a chance for seafarer members to tell their story about why joining a trans-boundary Union such as Nautilus International is vital for everyone working at sea.Tue, 06 Feb 2024 15:21:06 Z2024-02-08T17:09:15Z16a78e1d-ac16-4e0e-8fd7-45765e936e4ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/yacht-reminder-an-email-is-not-a-contract/A common problem reported to Nautilus International’s yacht strategic organisers is that a member discovers the pay and conditions onboard their new yacht are not what they expected.Thu, 01 Feb 2024 11:33:37 Z2024-02-01T11:41:31Z8d571f7f-e6e5-4875-9a11-77b02215b200https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-happiness-dips-again-in-response-to-high-risk-transit-war-worries/Worries about the security situation in the Red Sea and the knock-on effects of longer trips and uncertainty have all contributed to a year of building unhappiness for seafarers according to the latest Seafarer Happiness Index.Thu, 01 Feb 2024 10:28:00 Z2024-02-01T13:53:22Zafe4b497-02cd-4109-b8de-0fb22f11d788https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-podcast-floating-embassies-and-how-seafarers-are-impacted-by-flags-of-convenience/In Episode 4 of the second series from Nautilus International's podcast Off Course: a sideways look at life at sea, we chat with Jacqueline Smith, of the International Transport Workers' Federation, about flags of convenience.Tue, 30 Jan 2024 11:13:28 Z2024-02-12T13:14:23Z3f50b436-2835-43e2-a242-4ca5baa29e07https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-supports-uk-right-to-strike-rally/Nautilus joined thousands of UK trade union members on a march and rally in Cheltenham to protest new anti-strike laws.Tue, 30 Jan 2024 08:53:38 Z2024-01-30T09:12:04Zf26bcea7-d816-4357-a54e-f737911bccc3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-at-serco-ferries-crewing-ltd-accept-5.8-salary-increase/In a recent consultation exercise, a majority of members employed by Serco Ferries Crewing LTD (Guernsey) cast their votes in favour of accepting the company's final offer of a 5.8% salary increase, effective from 1 October 2023.Fri, 26 Jan 2024 15:59:14 Z2024-11-29T08:46:53Z14fa79be-9813-493c-a672-2b60286c968chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/first-class-refurbished-seafarers-centre-opens-in-immingham/Maritime Minister Lord Davies welcomed the opening of a refurbished seafarers' centre at the Port of Immingham, UK, run by QVSR Seafarers Centres (QVSR SC).Thu, 25 Jan 2024 13:07:29 Z2024-04-04T11:56:36Zbb38093d-0318-4dea-a39b-6e098f580086https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seafarer-welfare-research-patchy-connectivity-and-five-more-discussion-points/A survey of seafarers visiting UK ports carried out by the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) has shown some 69% want better connectivity on shipsWed, 24 Jan 2024 16:19:45 Z2024-01-26T17:42:12Za932f61c-ba6b-4c30-a649-8f7ca8e79e9bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-flags-worrying-increase-in-abandoned-ships/New figures released by the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) show an alarming increase in cases of abandonment during the past year.Wed, 24 Jan 2024 09:52:41 Z2024-01-30T12:25:06Zfdcfed14-f061-4ca9-99ce-bf87da3877f1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-reclaims-1.3-million-in-unpaid-wages-for-yacht-crew/Nautilus International has successfully recovered £1.3 million in unpaid wages and benefits for members in the superyacht sector during 2023.Mon, 22 Jan 2024 14:19:06 Z2024-01-25T14:33:07Z10ca6425-62e4-47a5-87cb-2ed3925e0d0dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/bournmouth-mp-calls-for-rfa-pay-rise-have-your-say/MP for Bournmouth East Tobias Ellwood has called for a pay raise for military personnel, including Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA), to resolve the deepening crewing crisis.Mon, 22 Jan 2024 14:16:05 Z2024-01-22T17:08:56Zc19e210c-3028-4021-9a14-364e8d1fa672https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fire-and-rehire-can-we-outlaw-this-dirty-tactic/Nautilus International's insights into the draconian practice of fire and rehire, which is harming Nautilus members and other working people in the UK.Mon, 22 Jan 2024 13:48:43 Z2024-02-20T10:24:00Za4d9fd1e-8f5c-470b-8c86-d81c06647424https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/danny_mcgowan_working-with-our-federation-partners-to-fight-for-your-rights/Regular column by Nautilus head of international relations, Danny McGowan. He discusses how the Union puts members' concerns on the international agendaFri, 19 Jan 2024 16:30:09 Z2024-05-01T15:10:22Zd390d25f-4fb4-492f-a04f-bc128a98e0achttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/planning-approval-for-gateway-basel-nord-terminal/The Swiss Federal Office of Transport has approved planning permission for the Gateway Basel Nord trimodal port terminal project.Fri, 19 Jan 2024 14:48:27 Z2024-01-19T14:54:53Z319eec41-4e69-4836-ac74-fb63e94c10bfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/urgent-appeal-following-red-sea-attacks-on-seafarers/A crisis appeal for crew welfare support has been launched by maritime charity Sailors' Society amid mounting concern over safety after attacks on merchant ships in the Red Sea.Fri, 19 Jan 2024 13:59:47 Z2024-01-19T14:56:45Z69365fc0-3527-4cfb-988c-9478a735b3e1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-expanded-agreement-for-seafarer-safety-in-red-sea/Nautilus International has welcomed an expanded agreement to protect seafarers in the red sea.Fri, 19 Jan 2024 13:25:24 Z2024-01-19T17:26:47Z9a02fba9-9774-47a5-b079-3ced2779a56fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-bravery-award-nominations-open-for-2024/Nominations for the International Maritime Organization’s annual Exceptional Bravery at Sea award are now open.Fri, 19 Jan 2024 09:08:10 Z2024-01-19T09:13:11Z2c190f81-aed2-4554-bbb7-66a264420315https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/employees-refused-entry-to-lloyds-register-during-protest-over-pay-and-conditions/Nautilus members and Lloyd's Register employees from the Netherlands were refused entry to Lloyd's Register's head office in London to deliver a petition on behalf of employees.Thu, 18 Jan 2024 15:01:39 Z2024-10-09T13:31:46Z87820b75-eefa-4889-8491-f77634ee021dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/irish-maritime-college-puts-in-place-programme-to-combat-sexual-misconduct-and-violence/Combatting sexual harassment and violence in the maritime industry will be the focus of a unique cadet annual mental health day at The National Maritime College of Ireland (NMCI).Wed, 17 Jan 2024 16:08:18 Z2024-02-09T11:35:48Zcc2524d6-5b1b-4b26-97e1-982446c58d8dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/empowering-seafarers-the-rising-influence-of-trade-unions/Nautilus general secretary comment: Empowering seafarers: The rising influence of trade unionsWed, 17 Jan 2024 10:45:00 Z2024-01-17T11:42:46Zd96ab491-2359-406b-86cb-387bdfc0714chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/lloyds-register-urged-to-drop-its-anti-union-stance-in-the-netherlands/Lloyd's Register, a provider of maritime classification and compliance services, has been urged to drop its anti-union stance in the Netherlands and recognise Nautilus International as requested by its workforce.Wed, 17 Jan 2024 10:02:37 Z2025-09-15T16:01:56Zd7170e94-27ab-4b3c-8b0d-42252add32a2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-wellbeing-resources-for-crews-and-families/A Wellness at Sea awareness project for seafarers, their families and shoreside staff has been expanded by maritime charity Sailors’ Society, with support from the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB).Fri, 12 Jan 2024 17:05:52 Z2024-01-12T17:10:32Z350595fe-1b97-4649-968d-258107dc3ef1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/yemen-seafarers-in-the-firing-line/Attacks by state actors on merchant shipping are once again putting maritime professionals at risk. Rob Coston reports on the threat, and how the industry is respondingFri, 12 Jan 2024 16:38:30 Z2024-01-19T14:01:15Z6f87ccb2-7844-4e4b-b89d-1b773b17ec7ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-update-union-federation-puts-transport-workers-on-eu-election-agenda/With European Parliament elections coming up on 6-9 June this year, the European Transport Workers' Federation has produced a manifesto for election candidates to adopt.Fri, 12 Jan 2024 13:24:56 Z2024-01-12T13:37:03Z84e4dae8-c5ca-47a3-974c-b42da790ddfahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-wins-unpaid-wages-for-alfa-nero-crew/Nautilus members working onboard the abandoned superyacht Alfa Nero will receive more than a year in unpaid wages following an Antiguan High Court judgement.Fri, 12 Jan 2024 11:21:15 Z2024-01-12T11:28:31Z7ab1ea2e-1614-41ff-bf22-29f3136c83a8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/sound-guidance-for-safer-crewing/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson recently announced to a top-level maritime safety conference that a revised version of the ITF Manning Policy is on the way this year. Andrew Linington explores what the policy is all about, and how it will improve seafarer safetyThu, 11 Jan 2024 16:55:23 Z2024-05-07T14:39:32Zf120dc8b-7e75-4868-9f02-3cbd110d81bchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/member-action-defeats-fire-and-rehire-threat-at-iomspco/Nautilus members working at Isle of Man Steam Packet Company have forced their employer to withdraw its notices of termination and come back to the negotiating tableThu, 11 Jan 2024 13:37:37 Z2024-02-20T10:24:26Zcaab3469-fc1e-468a-acc1-bb7144aa999chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/fire-onboard-mpv-everest-highlights-risks-and-challenges-of-operating-in-the-southern-ocean/A report issued by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau highlighted the challenges and risks associated with operating in harsh, remote conditions following a fire onboard a multi-purpose vessel chartered by the Australian Antarctic Division while it transited the Southern Ocean.Wed, 10 Jan 2024 15:05:27 Z2024-05-07T13:58:46Zf9cdee0a-1ca4-4479-bb00-d6f3b8536835https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-right-moves-when-things-go-wrong/Maritime unions are arguing that 'best practice' should become the norm for onboard safety, not an added extra, but what exactly would this look like, and how can we keep standards high under the most testing conditions? Sarah Robinson reportsTue, 09 Jan 2024 12:07:44 Z2024-01-12T17:38:48Zd25c8d84-287b-42a7-a251-d99109c7d63fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/promote-careers-in-the-new-year/If your new year's resolution was to spread the word about maritime careers, the good news is that you won't have to do it on your own. Here are some maritime career promotion schemes in the UK and Netherlands that you can join, and the stories of Nautilus members who have taken partMon, 08 Jan 2024 16:28:14 Z2024-05-07T14:50:54Z3e98234c-a019-4f18-b388-aacb9200b5a0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/david-appleton-the-uk-needs-to-step-up-for-female-officers/Regular column by Nautilus head of professional and technical David AppletonMon, 08 Jan 2024 11:36:08 Z2024-09-10T10:39:41Z5dbcfc7f-6adc-4c12-a2f9-e5b23ae1dd5fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/industrial-action-ends-on-iomspco-vessels/Nautilus members working onboard Isle of Man Steam Packet Company vessels have ceased industrial action after the ferry operator withdrew the threat of fire and rehire and entered into arbitrationFri, 05 Jan 2024 18:33:17 Z2024-02-20T10:23:05Z3d10c46e-cf9c-4df4-9d0c-d75cb3389c97https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/iomspco-slashes-sailings-due-to-industrial-dispute/Nautilus restated that it was open to genuine proposals from management at the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company to end the ongoing industrial dispute, after IOMSPCo was forced to introduce a contingency sailing schedule, including for Manxman.Wed, 03 Jan 2024 16:54:54 Z2024-02-20T10:23:38Zceb2c1d7-57c9-41a5-8e70-af2f73bdf513https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/mental-health-matters-in-maritime/Nautilus Telegraph equality and diversity advice column: tell-tale signs of poor mental health and what help is available for seafarersWed, 03 Jan 2024 12:24:45 Z2024-02-01T11:51:47Z3b6ed49a-c44a-4e17-b352-4a509673a71ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/shared-history/This year the Telegraph will be serialising the first history of Nautilus International, sharing highlights and lessons from our past. In this instalment author Andrew Linington sheds light on Nautilus's beginnings, in response to desperate conditions and unfair treatmentWed, 03 Jan 2024 11:46:29 Z2024-11-27T16:34:19Zec709e93-2f21-48ae-b4ee-177b7c87aa58https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-end-of-holland-norway-lines/Nautilus International has been working to help members with settlement agreements and new contracts following the collapse of a Dutch ferry company. Jelle de Boer shares a final update on the situation with TelegraphWed, 03 Jan 2024 11:27:11 Z2024-01-03T14:07:14Zee20ea31-ab23-4ea9-85b5-bf45e19584f3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-adds-san-marino-to-flag-of-convenience-list/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) expanded its list of flag of convenience (FOC) registries during a recent meeting of the Fair Practices Committee in Santiago to include the world's fifth smallest country, the landlocked San Marino.Fri, 29 Dec 2023 12:03:14 Z2024-01-30T12:20:22Z4a6235c5-1b06-46d5-b238-522e5a2ec171https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/cop28-a-step-towards-a-just-transition/Nautilus is fighting for a Just Transition for seafarers in the voyage to a greener maritime, so being an ITF affiliate means it has the ear of global forums like COP for that message.Thu, 28 Dec 2023 16:24:19 Z2023-12-29T10:10:49Zc98ed973-192e-4467-a872-a9a729e14739https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/working-on-a-maltese-yacht-dont-miss-out-on-social-security-entitlements/Some Nautilus members working onboard yachts registered in Malta – one of the most popular European flags – are missing out on entitlements because their employers have not registered them for the country’s social security scheme. Don't miss out!Wed, 27 Dec 2023 14:52:33 Z2023-12-29T12:46:13Z58b445b6-804c-4db8-bcd0-ad475b1365b6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-warlike-operations-area-committee-expands-recommendations-for-merchant-navy-vessels-following-further-attacks-in-the-red-sea-and-gulf-of-aden/The UK Warlike Operations Area Committee (WOAC) has agreed to expand the scope of its recommendations for ships in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, following a spate of attacks.Wed, 27 Dec 2023 11:56:37 Z2024-01-03T14:08:10Zeb2270fc-ebf3-4c82-8d90-0ab40c764491https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/urgent-yacht-crew-stamping-out-procedures-change-in-majorca-from-1-january-2024/Nautilus is urging members working in the yacht sector to be aware of new stamping out arrangements which come into force from 1 January 2024 in Majorca.Wed, 27 Dec 2023 10:30:49 Z2024-01-18T15:24:38Z1c147b22-4272-4706-bf22-3b9a13db34bfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imb-calls-for-regional-efforts-to-safeguard-seafarers/The ICC International Maritime Bureau (IMB) revealed a rise in reported incidents in the Gulf of Guinea and concerns for the Singapore Straits in its latest report for January-September 2023.Thu, 21 Dec 2023 09:48:13 Z2023-12-27T09:37:37Z7637f217-df31-4642-8034-86120cb78ba9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/iomspco-industrial-action-to-begin-from-27-december/Nautilus International has today announced that ferry officers at Isle of Man Steam Packet Company (IOMSPCo) will take continuous action short of strike. The action will take effect from 18:00 hrs on 27 December 2023.Tue, 19 Dec 2023 16:27:03 Z2024-02-20T10:25:10Zf64ebbd8-db6e-4768-9faf-7bf5de69a061https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/blog-articles/seasons-greetings-and-happy-2024/As we all head into the festive period I’ve found a bit of time to consider our plans for further success at the Maritime Charities Group (MCG)Tue, 19 Dec 2023 15:39:53 Z2023-12-19T15:41:15Ze445fcb3-68ca-4841-8cb2-11cb128a5e06https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-employed-by-foreland-shipping-receive-8-pay-increase/Members employed by Foreland Shipping receive 8% pay increaseTue, 19 Dec 2023 14:47:49 Z2024-11-29T08:47:19Z65135997-d711-4393-b9f4-f584cb9bffafhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-urges-members-to-respond-to-public-consultation-on-clyde-and-hebrides-ferry-services/Nautilus has welcomed a public consultation by the Scottish government that explores a direct award to CalMac Ferries Limited for the next Clyde and Hebrides Ferry Service contract.Tue, 19 Dec 2023 09:41:45 Z2023-12-19T11:24:25Z7a4b262e-e382-4741-90b6-eb133ba11ca5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/isle-of-man-steam-packet-officers-vote-for-strike-action/Nautilus International, as the trade union representing officers working at Isle of Man Steam Packet Company, has released the results of its ballot for industrial action.Mon, 18 Dec 2023 16:14:45 Z2024-02-20T10:25:41Z0e4efad8-8c82-481b-ba6d-0fb2e80213edhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/lifeboat-accident-on-rrs-sir-david-attenborough-caused-by-corrosion/An investigation by the UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has found that failure to maintain a davit caused a March 2021 accident during a lifeboat drill onboard the RRS Sir David Attenborough, the UK government’s new state-of-the-art polar research vessel.Thu, 14 Dec 2023 12:18:30 Z2023-12-14T12:35:56Zb2dccea0-c251-4768-bf04-04300f3de0ffhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/unions-to-fight-for-your-right-to-strike/At the first special congress held by the TUC in forty years, the British trade union movement threw down the gauntlet against a government that is seeking to curtail your internationally recognised right to withdraw your labourThu, 14 Dec 2023 10:46:05 Z2023-12-28T16:02:49Z148498be-9674-4e87-92d5-ce4dede368c5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-raises-member-concerns-at-first-cadet-welfare-group-meeting/Nautilus has pushed regulators on key topics of concern for cadets, at the first meeting of the UK's Cadet Welfare Group.Wed, 13 Dec 2023 12:23:13 Z2023-12-15T16:42:18Z5a8bbc42-23c6-433f-a3e5-2549e13383dbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-government-response-to-ilo-rebuke-on-labour-laws-disappointing-says-nautilus/Nautilus has dismissed as 'disappointing' the UK government's response to a recent rebuke by the International Labour Organization (ILO), which had urged the UK to strengthen its labour laws in the face of a weak response to the P&O Ferries jobs massacre.Tue, 12 Dec 2023 12:52:27 Z2023-12-14T12:07:12Z30802cf3-66e9-49f7-9ac0-142142eb7e3ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-slams-steam-packet-for-bullying-tactics-in-latest-fire-and-rehire-threat/Nautilus International has condemned the latest move by Isle of Man Steam Packet Company, which has issued an ultimatum to ships officers, threatening them with fire and rehire if they do not accept fundamental changes to their terms and conditions by 22 December.Tue, 12 Dec 2023 08:28:51 Z2024-02-20T10:26:05Zc3623f3b-8fa6-4c24-a5fd-1a4fff5ecc4ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/inland-waterways-a-key-moment-for-workers-rights/At the first ILO meeting on inland waters in 30 years, workers had their say on the future of the sectorMon, 11 Dec 2023 16:17:17 Z2023-12-12T08:52:20Z54e13659-eb55-47b3-be76-f032ec4fb4e6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/a-journey-like-no-other/In November 2023, new UK polar research ship RRS Sir David Attenborough departed from the Falkland Islands for its first Antarctic science mission, with 12 researchers plus Nautilus International members and other seafarers living and working onboard.Fri, 08 Dec 2023 15:21:02 Z2023-12-08T16:16:33Z206e648a-3a38-4e6e-a310-41444ddfe789https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-off-course-podcast-featuring-lungi-mchunu/In Episode 3 of the second series from Nautilus International's podcast Off Course: a sideways look at life at sea, we have an inspiring chat to South African-born yacht skipper Lungi Mchunu , the first African woman to sail to the Arctic.Thu, 07 Dec 2023 14:35:12 Z2023-12-29T12:46:56Z9f3681f6-9cf0-4a31-a1ab-25aef0228460https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/short-term-maritime-career-expectations-and-fear-of-coping-expressed-by-uk-cadets-at-wellness-conference/A wellness conference held for UK cadets has revealed some stark contrasts with their fellow Generation Z seafarers across the globe.Thu, 07 Dec 2023 11:56:56 Z2023-12-13T14:35:20Z09635d5f-cfdd-4d91-9583-89a4bae253e8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-campaigns-for-a-just-transition-at-cop-28/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) is calling for workers' needs to be at the forefront of negotiations on the future of transport and climate financing at COP 28.Wed, 06 Dec 2023 14:44:04 Z2023-12-07T09:31:39Z9320589a-7823-4748-951e-94af26574290https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/financial-and-abuse-challenges-continue-for-seafarers/As the rise in reports of seafarer hardship – including financial difficulties, abuse, and the impact of working in warzones – shows, the maritime sector has a way to go to address these challenges. But Nautilus members are reminded that help is at hand in the form of their UnionWed, 06 Dec 2023 12:58:02 Z2023-12-27T15:45:00Zec2bce69-c64a-4a5d-b2ab-099d2ec5ce84https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-building-maritime-grant-funding-ecosystems-by-temi-binitie-new-business-development-director-at-the-seafarers-charity/Temi Binitie discusses her aspirations as the new business development director for The Seafarers' Charity. She will be developing and implementing a fundraising strategy to develop new income streams for the maritime welfare charities’ grant funderTue, 05 Dec 2023 09:35:00 Z2023-12-06T10:23:40Z2a3de13e-c56b-436c-bbff-a03d1de2492fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/modernised-uk-cadet-syllabus-to-launch-from-september-2025/Starting from September 2025, UK maritime officer cadets will be taught to an updated syllabus formulated by the Cadet Training and Modernisation (CT&M) Programme.Mon, 04 Dec 2023 17:07:26 Z2023-12-15T16:45:47Zbab6e536-8f30-432c-ab56-f2b3b7ff8581https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/safety-drill-gong-awarded-to-uk-hovercraft-crew/UK crew working on the only year-round passenger hovercraft service in the world have won a muster safety drill competition.Fri, 01 Dec 2023 16:45:02 Z2023-12-01T17:04:13Z6e1594bf-70b5-4df5-b559-93bca4bb2f7chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-warlike-area-recommendations-agreed-by-uk-and-dutch-bodies/UK and Dutch bodies concerned with hazards to seafarers arising due to warlike activity or piracy have issued new provisions for transiting the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Sea of Azov and Black Sea.Fri, 01 Dec 2023 11:39:43 Z2023-12-01T12:30:41Zd50e24d1-114d-4797-a269-274c226f6c84https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-council-member-frank-broeksma-on-being-a-heavylift-and-cargo-vessel-master/Master and Nautilus member of nearly 40 years Frank Broeksma was elected to Nautilus Council in 2023. He explains what the captain's role really is, and the importance of a peer mentorFri, 01 Dec 2023 09:30:00 Z2025-07-30T09:13:01Z7435e23b-0bee-456e-9bc4-412a5900ae5bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-to-ballot-members-at-royal-fleet-auxiliary-on-industrial-action/Nautilus International has launched a ballot of members at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) on industrial action.Thu, 30 Nov 2023 12:30:25 Z2024-05-03T14:36:47Zb5d4f8f4-7297-41d3-9fdf-9eea57946068https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/attackers-flee-hijacked-vessel-after-us-warship-intervenes/A chemical tanker hijacked by armed attackers on Sunday 26 November as it transited past the coast of northern Yemen was freed after a US Navy warship responded.Wed, 29 Nov 2023 11:43:32 Z2024-05-07T14:42:18Z9b990927-2fc9-4acb-b87b-68a7e7b37a94https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-carnival-uk-withdrawal-of-fire-and-rehire-threat/Nautilus International has welcomed a commitment from Carnival UK to withdraw the threat of fire and rehire for 919 maritime professionals.Fri, 24 Nov 2023 12:17:55 Z2024-02-20T10:48:15Z79cfe406-34f3-4c25-b582-bdec95704c1ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/show-your-support-for-steam-packet-seafarers/Nautilus is asking its members – and the public – to send a clear message to the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company (IOMSPCo) that threats of fire and rehire against hardworking seafarers will not be tolerated.Thu, 23 Nov 2023 12:14:30 Z2023-12-14T12:51:02Z4446358b-59c6-4569-861c-766b9017b0f9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/merchant-navy-medal/Princess Anne praises seafarers as she presents first ever King Charles III medalWed, 22 Nov 2023 16:04:58 Z2023-11-22T17:17:47Z23d6bb0f-6282-4a8e-aed6-e3051f4f629fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-vision-for-the-future/Nautilus general secretary comment: A vision for the futureWed, 22 Nov 2023 15:00:00 Z2023-11-22T15:27:44Z10a22fc3-6343-4763-8bbc-5939ede431d4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-for-release-of-crew-after-hijacking-off-the-coast-of-yemen/Nautilus International has expressed its solidarity with seafarers onboard the Bahamas-flagged cargo vessel Galaxy Leader, which was hijacked by the forces of the Houthi movement off the coast of Yemen on Sunday.Tue, 21 Nov 2023 16:45:06 Z2023-11-21T16:53:36Zcb520b73-2c55-4822-88f2-3f795e99533ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/historic-tugs-power-innovative-engineering-training-for-a-greener-maritime-future/The volunteer team looking after an historic steam tender, which once towed Mersey barges alongside ocean liners of the Edwardian era, is leading an innovative maritime future skills project around decarbonisation funded by The National Lottery Heritage FundTue, 21 Nov 2023 15:37:45 Z2024-10-31T10:25:15Z71b48d54-8660-4081-9da5-a332b3e876fchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/navigating-to-protect-whales/Seafarers seeking to avoid accidental collisions between their vessels and whales, or possibly even deter attacks, can now turn to a new resource, called a whale chart, which offers critical coordinates for navigating away from mammal harm.Tue, 21 Nov 2023 14:18:17 Z2023-11-30T11:58:26Z9410e277-6313-4309-8092-17587d88b8dehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/treated-like-freaks-seafarers-latest-happiness-index-shows-the-continued-long-reach-of-coronavirus-on-shore-leave/The erosion of shore leave, possibly exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, has led to services ashore becoming less empathetic and less tailored to the needs of seafarers, according to the latest Seafarers' Happiness Index.Tue, 21 Nov 2023 13:13:34 Z2023-12-07T09:33:54Z02ed22c1-08d9-4ff3-a789-7811699a4ab2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/european-waterways-security-threat-warnings-issued-for-navigation-on-the-danube/The president of the Danube Commission (DC), Liubov Nepop, has condemned a Russian attack on the Danube infrastructure in Odesa port as a threat to security of navigation on the Danube.Fri, 17 Nov 2023 14:37:53 Z2023-11-20T10:27:25Z04bfd59f-2f07-409f-aaf0-a1747cfb4cfdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-to-ballot-members-on-strike-action-over-dispute-with-isle-of-man-steam-packet/Nautilus International has written to Manx Sea Transport Guernsey Limited (MSTG), which employs seafarers working for the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company (IOMSPCo), to officially inform the company that it will be balloting members on industrial action.Fri, 17 Nov 2023 12:43:35 Z2024-01-24T15:12:03Z9c9f580b-6f04-472f-b221-788c0e415a29https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/shocking-conditions-for-uk-cadets/After receiving reports from UK cadets they that were not being given access to basic entitlements under the Maritime Labour Convention – including shore leave and free drinking water onboard – Nautilus acted on their behalf to fix the situation.Fri, 17 Nov 2023 09:31:48 Z2023-12-08T14:42:40Z2e7dd7e0-a1af-45a6-a6af-2eb13bca07ebhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-and-staff-honoured-with-nautilus-awards/Nautilus International and its members recognised the extraordinary contributions made by individuals across the Union's three national branches at the Union's 2023 General Meeting.Wed, 15 Nov 2023 15:31:29 Z2023-11-15T18:17:32Z79a0a81c-96a0-4731-8f14-98a220328f59https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/how-we-make-your-voice-count/Regular column by the head of the Nautilus Professional and Technical Forum David Appleton.Wed, 15 Nov 2023 09:39:47 Z2023-12-07T09:36:46Zdb297ac4-a713-4299-8195-37213b5128c6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/forum-tackles-fire-safety/The latest meeting of the Nautilus Professional and Technical Forum focused on the devastating fire onboard the car carrier Fremantle Highway earlier this year. The aim was to gather members' expertise on safety issues relating to this kind of vessel.Tue, 14 Nov 2023 16:16:08 Z2023-12-07T09:37:39Zf0480fa8-39dc-4860-a25f-2ff175d7e3e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-continues-to-seek-rfa-pay-deal-amid-strike-threat/Nautilus union continues to seek Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) pay deal amid strike threatTue, 14 Nov 2023 14:29:53 Z2023-11-14T14:34:24Zf2008909-fe17-4b81-915b-197e5079e67fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-core-of-the-conference/The core of the conferenceTue, 14 Nov 2023 11:18:00 Z2023-11-15T13:07:20Z15d01d51-2c63-4646-a556-030fb65142achttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/supporting-members-through-troubled-times/An overview of the Union's work over the past four years, as presented by the various clusters to the General Meeting 2023.Tue, 14 Nov 2023 11:17:00 Z2023-11-22T15:38:53Z88f40b41-e3ce-4c09-adb3-e3a0dc1a9b94https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/words-from-the-wise/Nautilus International's 2023 General Meeting included four presentations from industry experts who looked at different aspects of the conference theme: Charting a Just Transition.Tue, 14 Nov 2023 11:16:00 Z2023-11-22T15:32:14Zcabfa808-271d-4612-97f3-49ba93f2b55ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imoilo-conference/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson has called on governments, shipowners and maritime unions to form a 'coalition of the willing' to learn the lessons of Covid-19 and deliver a new social contract for seafarersMon, 13 Nov 2023 19:03:14 Z2024-01-11T17:25:39Zc97439d6-91e1-414a-ab6f-32e7d1f86298https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/remembering-merchant-navy-seafarers-in-global-conflicts/Nautilus members and officials in the UK paid their respects to Merchant Navy seafarers killed in global conflicts during 2023 Remembrance events in Wallasey and London.Mon, 13 Nov 2023 14:20:07 Z2023-11-13T15:20:00Z2394516a-9d76-4ee8-b403-0d1a60a52011https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/working-conditions-in-focus-at-iswan-seminar/Nautilus director of legal services Charles Boyle is attending the International Seafarers Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) 2023 Seminar in Helsinki on 16 November 2023.Mon, 13 Nov 2023 09:43:19 Z2025-05-16T10:09:09Zd14818bc-32e4-4e05-be05-b93aecc91f20https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ilo-rebukes-uk-over-po-ferries-jobs-massacre/Nautilus International has welcomed a statement from the International Labour Organization (ILO) which demonstrates that significantly weak employment protections in the UK aided and abetted P&O Ferries in sacking 786 seafarers in 2022 without warning or consultation.Fri, 10 Nov 2023 10:50:46 Z2023-12-14T12:06:27Z743713fb-f897-4c72-a446-cae003a8c7f7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/skills-prevail-when-systems-fail/The crew of a Stena Line ferry have been praised for averting disaster after their ship lost power and drifted for six and a half hours following a fire on the vehicle deck.Thu, 09 Nov 2023 14:52:17 Z2023-12-07T09:40:13Zd104aa86-55e4-4de5-bd31-d933c1d0f7fehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-update-practical-points-for-the-just-transition/The European Transport Workers' Federation is helping to make the Just Transition a reality with a new guide called the ETF Climate Change Toolkit for Transport Trade Unions.Thu, 09 Nov 2023 12:56:34 Z2023-11-27T17:13:12Z03e69ca0-be5a-47bc-a7a1-baafe3d745b2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/royal-dedication-for-rfa-proteus/Royal dedication for RFA Proteus multi role ocean surveillance shipWed, 08 Nov 2023 17:27:06 Z2023-11-09T11:45:52Z1e2bfc1f-d2ef-466c-a194-78640786211dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-new-yacht-strategic-partners/Nautilus is pleased to welcome several companies in the yacht sector which have joined the Union's strategic partner programme in recent months.Wed, 08 Nov 2023 17:12:32 Z2023-12-29T12:48:04Z6707b881-0fea-4474-b673-9b2a07af5660https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-inclusivity-network-nominated-for-defence-award/The Royal Fleet Auxiliary’s Herald Inclusivity Network has been shortlisted for a Women In Defence award for Inclusive TeamworkWed, 08 Nov 2023 17:00:42 Z2023-11-08T17:06:39Z4b8970d7-1ca5-433e-9054-3711a2d9ff9ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-podcast-featuring-captain-ann-pletschke/In Episode 2 of the second series from Nautilus International's podcast Off course: a sideways look at life at sea, we have an uplifting talk with fifth generation master mariner and Merchant Navy medal recipient Ann Pletschke.Wed, 08 Nov 2023 14:55:35 Z2023-11-08T15:39:10Z2af01164-e91c-404a-94f1-56a841d396c4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-wins-silver-award-at-association-excellence-awards-2023-for-best-lobbying-campaign/Nautilus International is proud to have won the Silver Award for Best Lobbying Campaign at the Association Excellence Awards, held in London on Friday 3 November.Wed, 08 Nov 2023 12:03:54 Z2023-11-09T13:40:49Z08d30e39-bd4d-4879-8c36-9e2bf316b1cahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-researchers-required-for-vital-uk-merchant-navy-demographics-study/The Maritime Charities Group (MCG) is inviting tenders for new research it is commissioning on the size and demographic profile of the UK seafarer populationWed, 08 Nov 2023 09:12:30 Z2023-11-08T09:46:45Zd6258492-3611-4086-9a8a-3d5e9bd339bchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/members-highlight-guidance-needs-at-equality-and-diversity-forum/Information for senior officers looking to support colleagues emerged as a key theme of the October 2023 Nautilus Equality and Diversity Forum.Tue, 07 Nov 2023 14:07:43 Z2024-03-13T15:12:08Zf750da4a-8a42-4d11-9057-63c86f184d24https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/maritime-charities-group-commisions-new-research-on-seafarer-demographics/The Maritime Charities Group is commissioning new research on the size and demographic profile of the UK seafarer population. Information about working and former seafarers is vital to the work of MCG members and their partner organisations.Mon, 06 Nov 2023 11:54:08 Z2025-01-27T15:46:52Z14848e11-575e-42a7-9118-e0673be7f64bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-trade-union-like-no-other/The full story of our unique Union has been told for the very first time in a new book by former Telegraph editor Andrew Linington.Fri, 03 Nov 2023 08:09:53 Z2024-09-10T07:26:07Z7025512a-b80e-4b19-bb8a-9a7a3be9c71chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/safety-in-port-a-team-effort/When a ship visits a port, safety for those onboard depends on good communication between all parties involved in the process. Debbie Cavaldoro, chief executive at Port Skills and Safety, explainsWed, 01 Nov 2023 11:06:52 Z2023-11-15T11:36:27Zb359d5d9-a7f5-4ff8-8e68-6fcf02af5899https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-social-side-of-gm23/A great feature of Nautilus General Meetings is that members from all three of the Union's national branches can come together and get to know each other.Tue, 31 Oct 2023 16:28:00 Z2023-11-22T18:04:10Za1fdc679-dae2-4819-9671-4cb482bceb40https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-for-thorough-investigation-following-cargo-ship-collision2/Nautilus has called for authorities to conduct a thorough investigation of the collision between Isle of Man-flagged cargo ship Verity and the Bahamas-flagged Poleseie, which occured last week.Tue, 31 Oct 2023 16:19:40 Z2023-11-08T14:43:22Z4db9ea81-b7f0-45c3-9fd5-5f924b943097https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/2023/october/nautilus-calls-for-thorough-investigation-following-cargo-ship-collision/Nautilus has called for authorities to conduct a thorough investigation of the collision between Isle of Man-flagged cargo ship Verity and the Bahamas-flagged Poleseie, which occured last week.Tue, 31 Oct 2023 16:17:05 Z2023-10-31T16:17:55Zcd2fb4ff-3a57-4b6e-bc70-59b27ffd0c7chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/iomspco-dispute-nautilus-members-vote-in-solidarity-with-those-threatened-by-fire-and-rehire-tactics/Nautilus members at the Union's General Meeting have voted unanimously to show their solidarity with seafarers working at the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company (IOMSPCo), which is currently in dispute with the Union after management threatening to use fire and rehire tactics.Wed, 25 Oct 2023 13:37:29 Z2024-01-24T15:15:18Z534afab3-6f2c-4d5c-83c2-02d127ac74dfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-votes-to-commit-to-superyacht-sector/Nautilus members have voted to endorse a motion recognising the successes of the Union’s yacht team and committing them to four more years of work on behalf of members at the Union's General Meeting in Liverpool.Wed, 25 Oct 2023 12:59:38 Z2023-11-01T09:23:09Ze2ea69da-9a31-4650-ae82-3fff75bcfb25https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-vote-to-hold-maritime-employers-to-account-over-empty-pledges-on-workers-rights/Today's session of the Nautilus International General Meeting saw members mandating the Union to ensure that international principles on human rights underpin its work.Wed, 25 Oct 2023 12:25:15 Z2023-11-01T09:24:34Z57a8f242-6cc4-4319-af89-73678064bcc0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/diversity-issues-given-high-priority-at-nautilus-general-meeting/Members attending the Nautilus International General Meeting have voted for the Union to redouble its efforts to increase diversity in the maritime workforce.Wed, 25 Oct 2023 09:45:44 Z2023-11-01T09:25:12Zb3af284e-db68-4cd9-a0f6-2c1e76ae47fchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-members-vote-for-ongoing-campaign-against-flags-of-convenience/Members at Nautilus’s General Meeting in Liverpool have voted unanimously to commit the Union to further campaigning against the scourge of the Flags of Convenience system.Wed, 25 Oct 2023 09:32:08 Z2024-01-30T12:21:03Za1a12926-65ed-48a5-b13b-e8bbfa0ecdafhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-press-union-to-increase-safety-of-navigation-near-offshore-installations/Nautilus has pledged to step up its efforts to ensure seafarers are safe, following a vote of members at the Union's General Meeting in Liverpool.Tue, 24 Oct 2023 16:04:26 Z2023-11-01T09:27:26Z9c9a3c16-2a7b-4aac-a57a-401876322740https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-to-fight-for-safety-at-sea-during-just-transition-to-new-technologies/Nautilus will spend the next four years working to address potential hazards to seafarers and the public, following a vote of members at the Union's General Meeting in Liverpool.Tue, 24 Oct 2023 16:03:42 Z2023-11-07T14:55:16Z0efe1942-995b-4c4f-ba12-068e9cb49030https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-members-throw-weight-behind-support-for-neurodivergent-shipmates/Nautilus has today committed to doing all it can to make the maritime workplace more welcoming to neurodiverse seafarers, following a vote of members at the Union's General Meeting in Liverpool.Tue, 24 Oct 2023 14:25:01 Z2023-11-01T09:29:39Z9bd7f304-b556-422e-84f3-f7ee05d589eahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-propose-a-full-review-on-how-the-union-supports-cadets-throughout-their-training-at-college-and-at-sea/Nautilus has committed to work with stakeholders to ensure government funding is effectively used to achieve the best outcome for all cadets, including fair and equal financial support during their training.Tue, 24 Oct 2023 14:19:32 Z2023-11-01T09:31:23Za210f658-da9b-4f49-8020-2f95b09727afhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mapping-our-maritime-future-union-pledges-action-on-future-proofing-skills-and-training-for-seafarers/Nautilus has agreed to redoubling its efforts to address training needs for the future of the maritime industry in meeting decarbonisation targets, following a vote of members at the Union's General Meeting in Liverpool.Tue, 24 Oct 2023 14:03:55 Z2023-11-16T09:03:21Z71f8c4ec-45cd-460d-a92d-dc62fe9c326chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-press-union-to-intensify-bargaining-on-fair-pay-and-working-conditions-in-wake-of-po-ferry-scandal-after-general-meeting-vote/Nautilus has committed to increase its efforts to secure fair pay and working conditions for seafarers, following a vote of members at the Union's General Meeting in Liverpool.Tue, 24 Oct 2023 12:17:59 Z2023-11-01T09:36:04Z76d336a4-1677-453d-9c9a-755ddab5c22ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-agrees-to-ramp-up-campaigning-on-training-skills-safety-and-pay-to-ensure-just-transition-for-seafarers-in-net-zero-race/Nautilus has committed to campaign to ensure the transition to alternative fuels and new technologies is achieved in a 'just, equitable and holistic way for seafarers', following a vote of members at the Union's General Meeting in Liverpool.Tue, 24 Oct 2023 11:55:00 Z2023-11-16T09:10:12Z9df10143-2815-4753-9928-e9808939fcbbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/delivering-members-needs-for-the-next-industrial-revolution/Nautilus International's general secretary Mark Dickinson welcomed members to the Union's 2023 General Meeting in Liverpool with the strong message that it 'must deliver for the needs of our members, ensuring they are full and active participants in the next industrial revolution.'Tue, 24 Oct 2023 09:15:00 Z2023-11-16T09:07:53Zb138fedb-50f9-4008-8b02-1ad7f4aff2f1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dutch-colleges-name-2023s-most-socially-minded-students/Vlissingen Maritime School and Maritime Institute Willem Barentsz (MIWB) in Terschelling have each awarded a cadet with a prestigious Nautilus prize for Most Socially Minded Student.Mon, 23 Oct 2023 08:12:50 Z2023-11-01T09:34:15Z8de5d5f6-00a2-43c4-94df-da6af6ad5663https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-women-who-were-always-there/Rewriting Women into Maritime History: September 2023 saw the first fruits of a major new cross-industry project to acknowledge the contribution of an underrepresented group in maritime.Fri, 20 Oct 2023 15:16:01 Z2025-09-19T11:06:52Ze2da79b8-7e96-4cd7-9144-8b5294bff045https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-at-calmac-accept-pay-and-conditions-offer/Nautilus International members employed by Caledonian MacBrayne Crewing (Guernsey) Ltd and Port workers employed by David MacBrayne working at CalMac Ferries have voted to accept the company's improved final offer on pay and conditions.Fri, 20 Oct 2023 11:36:38 Z2023-10-26T11:36:27Z77b77789-bbc0-41a3-af68-9293dc2389abhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-considers-lgbt-community-in-gender-diversity-initiatives/The importance of considering the LGBT+ community in attracting talented maritime personnel has been highlighted in a paper forming part of the agenda at the International Maritime Organization (IMO)'s Technical Cooperation Committee in October 2023.Fri, 20 Oct 2023 10:20:38 Z2023-11-03T10:47:01Z72d95b97-f917-4a83-b9d5-0206247e37eehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/supporting-members-when-a-company-collapses/Nautilus stepped in to support members after Dutch ferry company Holland Norway Lines began to fail financially. Jelle de Boer reportsFri, 20 Oct 2023 08:43:48 Z2023-10-20T09:09:05Zcf2883ab-6768-4a67-a9aa-79a572179e38https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/iomspco-dispute-nautilus-welcomes-statement-on-arbitration-from-manx-industrial-relations-service/Nautilus International has welcomed a clarification from the Manx Industrial Relations Service, which has stated that arbitration is available in the current dispute between the Union and the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company (IOMSPCo).Thu, 19 Oct 2023 08:46:11 Z2024-01-24T15:16:35Z8dc6bf16-d4c7-4336-a4fa-56b9105ade27https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-yacht-team-attends-resilience-voyage-panel-event/Cheryl McCann, a Nautilus International strategic organiser working in the Union’s yacht team, was a panellist at the Resilience Voyage event at the International Yacht Club (IYC) in Antibes on 22 and 23 September 2023.Thu, 19 Oct 2023 08:33:23 Z2023-12-29T12:48:43Z5955bc03-8450-41dd-a5f7-41890667bbcfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mandatory-port-levies-to-fund-seafarer-welfare-services-urged-for-uk/A mandatory port levy scheme should be introduced across the UK to help fund crucial welfare provision for seafarers, according to the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB).Wed, 18 Oct 2023 08:32:34 Z2023-10-26T11:36:27Z80bd9029-998d-4f8f-af1e-b455d98bb2e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-helps-launch-new-cadet-welfare-support-group/Nautilus International is part of a new group of industry professionals specially set up to prioritise the health and well-being of cadets during training, both on land and at sea.Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:01:01 Z2023-12-15T16:45:04Zdb724f1c-d5ff-4bdf-8067-09c19a757678https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-and-officials-turn-out-for-annual-national-service-for-seafarers-in-london/An enhanced contingent of Nautilus members, officials and a Bevis Minter Award recipient represented the Union at the 2023 Annual National Service for Seafarers (ANSS) at St Paul's Cathedral on Wednesday 11 October.Thu, 12 Oct 2023 11:53:53 Z2023-11-22T10:24:25Z18dafde9-7176-43d2-8730-5b01b2458f8ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/commission-decides-not-to-extend-antitrust-block-exemption-for-liner-shipping-consortia/The European Commission has decided not to extend the Consortia Block Exemption Regulation (CBER), a legal framework that exempted liner shipping consortia from EU antitrust rules.Wed, 11 Oct 2023 15:07:25 Z2023-10-26T11:36:27Z7850d890-81f9-42c1-8e72-219854d2c949https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/warm-congratulations-for-nautilus-mariners-park-centenarian/Nautilus Mariners' Park resident Peggy Sharrock has received congratulations on becoming a centenarian from the UK's new king, as well as the Pope.Wed, 11 Oct 2023 08:20:53 Z2023-10-26T11:36:27Z826cafe1-41cc-4f6e-b5bc-d9e0fd22760dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/yacht-sector-youth-ambassadors-announced-by-training-charity/UK maritime training charity UKSA launched a youth ambassador service on World Mental Health Day to help motivate and support other young people training in the yacht sector.Tue, 10 Oct 2023 11:58:13 Z2023-10-26T11:36:27Z9ae80622-22dc-4674-8a3b-3a04216efe7ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/head-nautilus-federation-affiliates-president-to-receive-prestigious-maritime-award/A Nautilus Federation affiliate's president – Adam Vokac, of the Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association (MEBA) – will receive the highest honour in the United States maritime sector.Tue, 10 Oct 2023 10:42:42 Z2023-10-26T11:36:27Ze3dbb162-0e20-4599-bdc4-1773c9abdb2ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-nominated-for-maritime-professional-services-award/Nautilus International has been nominated for a Mersey Maritime Industry Award for maritime professional services.Tue, 10 Oct 2023 10:01:57 Z2023-10-26T11:36:27Z7eba2026-0b88-4fc7-85eb-e1bb049fecdbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mike-kane-pledges-to-protect-seafarers-and-grow-coastal-communities/Shadow maritime minister Mike Kane has reaffirmed the Labour Party's commitments to protecting seafarers and investing in coastal communities.Tue, 10 Oct 2023 08:42:34 Z2023-10-26T11:36:27Z3e53378a-f159-44b6-ac94-de35902038a9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/future-of-maritime-2023-report-urges-collaboration-and-data-driven-approach-to-improve-safety-at-sea/Cooperation, collaboration, and data-driven approaches are essential to improve safety standards and reduce the human, environmental, and financial repercussions of maritime incidents, according to the Future of Maritime 2023 Report.Mon, 09 Oct 2023 08:45:18 Z2023-10-09T09:21:41Z45138811-4cbe-477e-940d-28e73fcaa9b8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-hears-strength-of-feeling-from-members-in-isle-of-man-lifeline-ferry-service-dispute/Nautilus officials have spent a week on the Isle of Man, meeting members to gauge their feelings amid an ongoing dispute regarding the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company (IOMSPCo) lifeline ferry service.Fri, 06 Oct 2023 13:36:09 Z2023-10-26T11:36:27Zebdc9db4-025d-4801-89c5-093cb12ba083https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-caseworker-in-tyne-and-wear-receives-accolade-for-exceptional-dedication-to-maritime-community/Gwen Rayner, the Nautilus Welfare Fund caseworker serving the Tyne and Wear area, has received the Lord Lewin Award for outstanding service to the community from the Shipwrecked Mariners' Society.Fri, 06 Oct 2023 09:47:56 Z2024-11-20T15:45:35Z804001a6-d763-47cb-b149-7187201a3694https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/clarion-call-for-change-sounds-as-beacon-of-gender-equity-dims-in-transport/Early findings from a pioneering gender equity in transport project made for depressing listening on diversity and gender pay equity, at a recent gathering of women in maritime and other transport sectors.Thu, 05 Oct 2023 08:47:34 Z2023-11-08T12:05:28Z33eb4a41-1ddb-4a02-956c-fab32e8f0baahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/focus-on-mariners-park-nautilus-hull-caseworker-honoured-for-work-supporting-former-seafarers/Nautilus Welfare Fund (NWF) Hull and Grimsby caseworker John Norris's efforts at securing benefits and other grants for former UK seafarers has been recognised by the Hull Independent Merchant Navy Association (Hull IMNA).Wed, 04 Oct 2023 08:41:56 Z2023-10-11T13:32:54Za5c5a140-0de6-4ce3-b56d-2bf43cb1c7cbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-council-member-harald-ludwig-on-his-inland-waterways-experience-as-a-rhine-master/Inland waterways master and Nautilus Council member Harald Ludwig has a deep sense of justice for the nautical industry and the wider environment, and is keen to pass on his skills.Tue, 03 Oct 2023 15:01:50 Z2025-07-30T09:13:40Z04bef53b-a496-459c-b875-29e250bccfeehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/inspiring-recipients-receive-mnwbs-annual-seafarer-service-welfare-award/Four recipients have been chosen to receive the Merchant Navy Welfare Board's (MNWB) prestigious annual award.Tue, 03 Oct 2023 14:21:24 Z2023-10-26T11:36:27Z6a792d42-3b2c-414f-8395-a045d4f61916https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-affiliate-opens-upgraded-seafarers-lodgings-in-manila/New subsidised accommodation for seafarers in between ship duties has been opened in Manila by Nautilus Federation affiliate the Singapore Organisation of Seamen (SOS).Tue, 03 Oct 2023 13:27:54 Z2023-10-26T11:36:27Zc5cb06e7-e960-4af5-857b-cd39cee23710https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rmt-statement-on-iomspco/The National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) has denied it has accepted changes to contractual terms and conditions for members working aboard Isle of Man Steam Packet Company vessels.Tue, 03 Oct 2023 08:58:03 Z2024-01-24T15:19:19Z55109096-f39e-4448-b11a-ccdd3ec8fd92https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/royal-support-for-mercy-ships-new-volunteer-support-fund/HRH The Princess Royal, patron of Mercy Ships International, attended a 45th-anniversary dinner aboard the paddle steamer The Elizabethan, on London's River Thames, celebrating the role of volunteers in delivering the charity's life changing work on its two hospital ships.Mon, 02 Oct 2023 13:24:50 Z2023-10-26T11:36:27Z35f8997b-a44e-460c-ae36-8b9d347cd359https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-general-secretary-re-elected-to-tuc-general-council/Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson was e-elected to the general council of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) for a fifteenth one-year term at the TUC's 2023 Congress.Thu, 28 Sep 2023 16:01:00 Z2023-11-15T17:13:22Zba9d82c9-1b78-4ad4-89dc-af327b4fcc71https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/yacht-sector-members-warned-over-french-anchorage-regulations/Nautilus is advising members in the yacht sector to be aware of French anchorage regulations in the Mediterranean, following recent incidents where yacht captains have had trouble with maritime police and even been taken to court for violating the rules.Thu, 28 Sep 2023 14:32:35 Z2023-12-29T12:49:19Z8c86a0a8-dea9-4a54-a249-2d6e66e36fd0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/winner-announced-for-itf-life-at-sea-2023-photography-competition/To celebrate World Maritime Day, the ITF Seafarers' Trust has unveiled the winners of the 2023 Life at Sea photography competition, which is aimed at shedding light on the crucial yet often overlooked contributions of seafarers to the global economy.Thu, 28 Sep 2023 09:03:25 Z2023-09-28T10:40:56Z7cc22c00-450c-4a51-a8f9-5961ee07da28https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/isle-of-man-steam-packet-threatens-fire-and-rehire/Isle of Man Steam Packet Company has threatened Nautilus International members with fire and rehire if they do not accept significant changes to their contracts of employment forcing them to live onboard vessels.Thu, 28 Sep 2023 08:24:36 Z2024-01-24T15:06:55Z3474e684-8aff-4e2c-9887-6bb90e63e8a5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ibf-deal-secures-better-pay-and-conditions-for-250000-seafarers/More than 250,000 seafarers working on around 10,000 flag of convenience vessels covered by ITF-IBF collective bargaining agreements will have their wages increased, thanks to a four-year agreement reached by the International Bargaining Forum (IBF).Wed, 27 Sep 2023 09:41:29 Z2024-11-29T08:49:04Z36457223-7113-4a95-b596-ee7a60766bf9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-supporting-liaison-officers-in-scotland/Nautiilus International has been visiting liaison officers in Scotland to help them assist fellow Union members in their workplaces.Tue, 26 Sep 2023 15:48:03 Z2023-09-26T16:04:59Z23075643-cf45-4661-b36e-f3fea502f0ddhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/john-lewis-nautilus-welfare-fund/John Lewis has donated hundreds of pounds to support a charity that assists people living with dementia thanks to the work of the Nautilus Welfare Fund (NWF).Tue, 26 Sep 2023 09:38:11 Z2023-10-10T15:22:29Za9c1a337-1e40-4e69-89ad-7a673ab9b9b9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/mlc-2006-nautilus-helps-lawyers-get-to-grips-with-seafarers-rights/This July, Nautilus director of legal services Charles Boyle took part in the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 and Case Law Symposium, which was hosted by United Nations body the International Labour Organization.Thu, 21 Sep 2023 09:25:37 Z2025-05-16T10:09:45Zad2f6f30-db71-4410-8045-e50badae4b1ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-supporting-seafarers-welfare-rights-iswan/Simon Grainge, chief executive officer at the International Seafarers' Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN), explores how seafarer welfare is both a rights issue and crucial to business.Wed, 20 Sep 2023 14:46:21 Z2023-10-04T09:47:03Z1769bae8-0b7d-422d-9849-3181e1531e3dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-meets-members-on-board-fort-victoria/Members working for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary onboard Fort Victoria met with Nautilus International national organiser Steve Doran while alongside at Cammell Laird shipyard in Birkenhead.Wed, 20 Sep 2023 13:06:23 Z2023-09-23T12:55:02Zc28ca10d-29d5-4bfe-88bd-497d5a26bfb9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-international-and-the-swiss-shipowners-association-plead-for-tonnage-tax-to-save-flag/Nautilus International has made a joint statement with Swiss shipowners urging the Swiss government to save the Swiss flag.Wed, 20 Sep 2023 12:01:04 Z2023-10-06T09:14:44Ze29c71e4-5d4c-4c8c-aee4-9fdd7a4b1761https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/navigating-change/Nautilus general secretary comment: navigating changeTue, 19 Sep 2023 08:39:00 Z2023-09-19T08:59:35Z2109a47b-7ed0-4c87-bfbd-4376cdb9e0b7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-wraps-up-shipping-week-with-triumphant-tennis-tournament/After a week in which many maritime professionals gathered for industry events in London, sporting colleagues were able to let loose at a charity fundraiser on Friday 15 September.Mon, 18 Sep 2023 15:28:05 Z2023-09-19T08:31:44Ze8f0815a-dd01-4506-8144-eea2acbadb6bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-onboard-sexual-crime-reporting-project-launches-survey/A UK project aimed at countering sexual attacks at sea and improving the reporting of onboard crime has launched its first stage with an online survey, which is being supported by Nautilus International.Thu, 14 Sep 2023 11:18:10 Z2024-03-13T15:02:55Z3f354c1c-78af-4a6b-b527-776dd550ec19https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-slow-but-steady-progress-in-recruiting-and-retaining-lgbt-workers/Work is underway to evaluate efforts to remove barriers for LGBT+ workers in the maritime industry, a joint Pride in Maritime (PiM) Industry Network and Roundtable heard.Thu, 14 Sep 2023 08:28:42 Z2023-09-14T10:57:46Z681ffbef-f49e-458c-9f95-b666f319fd16https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-shine-at-imo-she-sees-exhibition/A major new exhibition celebrating the work of female seafarers was launched on the first day of London International Shipping Week 2023. Hosted by the International Maritime Organization in central London, the She Sees exhibition is part of Rewriting Women into Maritime HistoryTue, 12 Sep 2023 11:49:18 Z2024-03-06T10:48:50Zcd10bfaf-55ee-49f5-a79a-995b6628ded3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seafarers-charter-can-it-make-a-difference/The UK government has launched a voluntary Seafarers’ Charter as part of its response to the P&O Ferries crisis. Rob Coston looks at the impact it could have for seafarers.Tue, 12 Sep 2023 09:20:14 Z2023-09-12T12:45:20Z77dbad3f-3eec-422a-a9c0-31824d143672https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/taking-precautions/A new resource has been launched to support crew in safely finding paid or voluntary work in the yachting industry.Mon, 11 Sep 2023 14:13:31 Z2023-12-29T12:50:59Zc08896b8-9f9d-48fb-9bd8-7d6273f22d94https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/humber-pilots-pay-offer/Nautilus International members employed by Associated British Ports and serving as Humber Pilots have accepted a revised offer from the company in the 2023 pay review.Mon, 11 Sep 2023 13:07:20 Z2023-09-11T15:22:39Zd071298e-d684-424d-bb8d-494da5e24ed5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tuc-congress-unanimous-support-for-nautilus-motions/Nautilus International attended the annual gathering of the UK Trades Union Congress (TUC), which unanimously supported the Union's two motions.Mon, 11 Sep 2023 08:16:00 Z2023-09-12T13:04:41Z40d73541-a910-4813-b676-ef572a4717f1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tackle-flags-of-convenience-and-protect-domestic-shipping/Flags of Convenience (FOCs) are a legal aberration and a stain on the shipping industry. Nautilus believes there must be a review of global ship registration practices.Mon, 11 Sep 2023 08:06:00 Z2023-09-11T08:09:57Z6bd64c55-3784-4fb5-9af6-84762ceb3e4chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-podcast-is-back-busting-myths-about-seafarers/Nautilus International's multi-award nominated podcast Off course: a sideways look at life at sea is back for season twoFri, 08 Sep 2023 08:30:50 Z2023-10-13T10:00:55Z3e9377a0-4c33-4250-8455-39bf70082e58https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/mcg-and-anglia-ruskin-university-join-forces-on-new-research-network/The Maritime Charities Group (MCG) is working with Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) to accelerate the use of evidence to support the development of effective services for seafarers.Fri, 08 Sep 2023 08:07:20 Z2023-09-08T09:00:59Z775dd774-ba76-4ed7-aaf8-41a50bc53f4dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/focus-on-mariners-park-multi-million-pound-investment-project-gets-underway/Building work is now underway at Nautilus Mariners' Park for the Union's award-winning project in the north-west of the UK – a combined complex of additional seafarer retirement apartments and new head office.Wed, 06 Sep 2023 16:25:39 Z2024-11-22T15:58:02Zef774920-1013-42a5-a7f5-ebf91b2e3381https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/being-neurodiverse-at-sea/New research on how prevalent neurodiversity is among seafarers is expected. Ahead of this, a member explains what it is to be neurodiverse and how it has impacted his career at sea.Wed, 06 Sep 2023 15:15:01 Z2023-09-08T12:17:13Z53b4ab8e-e1fa-4d7c-ad80-ad49271b3a4ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/neurodiversity-at-sea-your-rights/Equality is a work in progress for those with learning differences. Perceived barriers to training/progressing in maritime careers include a lack of clear information for neurodivergent students.Wed, 06 Sep 2023 14:53:43 Z2024-12-12T13:00:34Zcd96eb75-2696-4fb7-b0aa-25244aecb1e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-marine-engineering-affiliate-celebrates-landmark-new-ferry-contract-deal/Thirteen years of negotiations on behalf of ferry crew in New York has ended successfully, with Nautilus Federation affiliate MEBA welcoming the finalisation of an agreement on a new contract which brings deck and engine crew wages in line with industry standards.Wed, 06 Sep 2023 13:56:33 Z2023-09-06T15:52:51Z55480065-3c77-4b6a-826c-0bf1d57141e5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/end-mod-contracts-for-po-ferries-nautilus-urges-shapps/Nautilus International has urged newly-appointed Defence Secretary Grant Shapps to end the scandal of Ministry of Defence contracts being handed to disgraced firm P&O Ferries.Wed, 06 Sep 2023 13:33:27 Z2023-09-20T09:13:30Z6c9668d1-e5c6-42cb-b979-65a2a9633d5bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/merchant-navy-day-commemorations-2023/Nautilus members and officials proudly supported the annual UK Merchant Navy Day (MND) commemorations at services across the UK. These aim to recognise the sacrifices of veterans in global conflict as well as Merchant Navy seafarers' ongoing contributions to the global economy.Tue, 05 Sep 2023 10:06:25 Z2023-09-14T15:51:35Z30e8f334-290e-4dc2-9a01-0e00b35d2a89https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/merchant-navy-medal-honours-announced-for-2023/The 2023 Merchant Navy Medal recipients have been announced, with 11 seafarers to receive the highest medal of honour within the UK maritime sector.Mon, 04 Sep 2023 15:40:33 Z2023-09-05T14:08:32Z18274b22-8f6d-43b8-a7cf-f873014041fahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/royal-fleet-auxiliary-pay-offer-rejected/Royal Fleet Auxiliary pay offer rejected by a significant majorityMon, 04 Sep 2023 15:07:37 Z2023-09-04T15:11:56Z3b78a357-dce0-4de8-8029-96172db4e4e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/flying-the-red-ensign-for-merchant-navy-day-2023-under-new-monarch/Merchant Navy Day 3 September 2023 will be the first commemorated under the anticipated new Master of the Merchant Navy and Fishing Fleets – King Charles III.Thu, 31 Aug 2023 23:01:00 Z2024-08-13T09:21:29Zebe52017-6720-487b-80cf-390bdb131d3fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/positive-response-for-mobile-seafarer-bus/A bus transformed into a mobile seafarer centre for use in a major UK port has had a positive response from seafarers.Thu, 31 Aug 2023 14:33:58 Z2023-08-31T14:52:32Z70fabd2c-450e-4e8f-ba6b-c06930c12bbchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/improved-pay-offer-accepted-by-tidewater-crewing-members/Nautilus members employed by Tidewater Crewing (Guernsey) Ltd have settled on a 6% pay increase.Thu, 31 Aug 2023 09:35:41 Z2023-08-31T09:40:45Z6f23174f-746b-4b1e-aa22-357b40a6c8bfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/aw-crewing-11.5-pay-offer-accepted-by-nautilus-members-onboard-cefas-endeavour/Nautilus International Members employed by AW Crewing Services Ltd serving onboard Cefas Endeavour have accepted an improved pay offer of 11.5% over two yearsThu, 31 Aug 2023 09:15:23 Z2023-08-31T09:34:52Z922f2132-0af6-4428-957f-bfc3837904e5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-reports-constructive-discussions-on-stena-europe-replacement/Stena representatives on behalf of the employer, Stena Line Pte Ltd have shared plans for the replacement of Stena Europe with Stena Nordica, at a meeting with Nautilus International held on 16 August 2023.Thu, 31 Aug 2023 08:48:13 Z2023-08-31T08:56:11Zc50c8937-8c7e-4438-8925-3d3d1e87e162https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-council-member-fraser-mcnally-on-starting-out-in-maritime-and-planning-ahead-for-his-career/Nautilus Council member Fraser McNally is the first in his family to choose a career at sea. He shares his training perspectives after completing his cadetship.Wed, 30 Aug 2023 10:31:12 Z2023-11-13T19:17:10Ze082969b-758b-4cae-889d-e447e86359d9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-and-employers-agree-on-need-for-new-seafarer-social-contract/Employers, unions and governments must cooperate to define a new social contract for seafarers, to secure recruitment and retention for the future of the maritime sector, a recent global summit heard.Wed, 30 Aug 2023 09:52:40 Z2023-08-31T10:37:03Z764ffce5-4438-4660-a3cf-15dd5430a539https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uncertainty-for-seafarers-and-shore-based-workers-at-po-ferries-after-closure-of-liverpool-dublin-service-announced/Nautilus International is supporting maritime professionals impacted yet again by P&O Ferries’ apparent mismanagement.Fri, 25 Aug 2023 08:13:51 Z2023-08-25T10:15:19Z7d4a6c58-9613-4c1d-bce2-aabc558b74bbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-at-isle-of-man-steam-packet-to-be-balloted-for-industrial-action/Nautilus International, the union for maritime professionals, has informed the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company that it will be conducting a ballot for industrial action.Thu, 24 Aug 2023 09:36:53 Z2024-01-24T15:22:48Ze5aa305e-6cae-4b01-b478-ee90d8bf56b0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/your-environment-your-rights/Ahead of the October 2023 Nautilus General Meeting themed around the transition to greener shipping, Nautilus covers three major environmental initiatives involving the Union.Wed, 23 Aug 2023 10:05:00 Z2023-08-23T11:55:24Z333114d7-b6a1-4196-bd9a-eff23483c1fdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/higher-targets-for-lower-emissions-in-global-shipping/Nautilus explainer on our involvement in the IMO conference that produced this year's historic international agreement on cutting emissions from shipping, and what it means.Wed, 23 Aug 2023 10:03:00 Z2023-08-23T11:53:19Z0be01c2c-bcb3-456b-8e12-557a5baa661ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/shippings-surprising-story-of-decarbonisation-cooperation/Nautilus progress update on its involvement with the work of the Maritime Just Transition Task Force, an initiative to ensure seafarers are treated fairly in the transition to greener shipping.Wed, 23 Aug 2023 10:02:00 Z2023-08-31T13:49:49Z4186cfc8-2407-4cca-87ef-8a00747b866fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/future-proofing-seafarer-skills-in-europe/The shipping industry's transition to greener fuels and other new technology is going to require major revisions to maritime training - and thanks to the Europe-wide SkillSea project, we now have a blueprint for what this is likely to involve. Andrew Linington reportsWed, 23 Aug 2023 08:56:00 Z2023-08-31T12:01:02Z7171906f-1a1a-4ef8-8a46-1fcada57ae9ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-seeks-seafarer-safety-feedback-on-the-ism-code/Seafarers are being invited to give their views on the safe operation of ships to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), as part of a comprehensive study aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of the International Safety Management Code (ISM Code).Tue, 22 Aug 2023 09:55:19 Z2023-08-22T10:00:45Zbf3eaea4-3e06-4855-896c-e511cd97d134https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/training-issues-highlighted-in-fatal-engine-room-fire-on-lpg-carrier/Fire and crew safety training issues have been flagged by a UK Marine Accident Investigation (MAIB) report into the fire and subsequent death of a third engineer on the Isle of Man-flagged LPG carrier Moritz Schulte in 2020.Tue, 22 Aug 2023 09:00:08 Z2023-08-22T10:01:10Zcd86ce31-8fdb-458d-abdb-f99ca7882747https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/historical-asbestos-exposure-can-you-help/Nautilus has been approached by legal representatives of two former seafarers involved in asbestos exposure cases, to ask if Nautilus members have information which could help.Mon, 21 Aug 2023 12:23:27 Z2023-08-21T14:42:13Zdda239c6-eeb1-4126-bc9d-06f301408637https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-update-seeking-a-just-transition-for-women-transport-workers/Occupational segregation (systemic exclusion of women) occurs across all transport modes. In the light of the increasing worker shortages in the transport sector, this is an unacceptable neglect of expertise and talent and it harms the sector.Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:19:36 Z2023-08-15T11:31:04Zacd9e519-f824-49be-9721-58684fcbbcc0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/sea-to-city-creating-your-own-career-trajectory/For former master Sundeep Khera, now a senior maritime professional working for a major marine insurer, crucial tips kept in his 'back pocket notebook' from cadet to master were an important part of his successful career trajectory from sea to shore.Wed, 09 Aug 2023 15:37:36 Z2023-11-15T13:35:01Z4f037d98-c2a5-4b78-8a8d-11ccd638d852https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/member-benefits-looking-for-a-training-course/Nautilus has launched a new online hub to connect our members with training coursesTue, 08 Aug 2023 14:15:23 Z2023-08-08T14:35:04Z1f51a415-f998-4752-9b60-ec1fb1271880https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/join-nautilus-at-diversity-roundtable-on-recruitment-and-retention/Nautilus International will be hosting a Pride in Maritime roundtable meeting in London on Monday 11 September 2023.Tue, 08 Aug 2023 12:28:19 Z2023-08-08T12:35:07Zc6c85f9f-417e-4f80-8bfa-ef876960c0f9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/further-decline-in-seafarer-happiness-as-mariners-denied-crew-change-rights-and-basic-provisions-even-water/Some troubling concerns for seafarer welfare have emerged in The Mission to Seafarers’ latest Seafarers Happiness Index (SHI), including continued restrictions on shore leave and even a shortage of drinking water.Tue, 08 Aug 2023 11:31:53 Z2023-08-08T11:50:35Zabb313ca-f658-4e63-b945-ae220f50fb33https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/your-vote-counts-for-maritime-diversity-awards/Nautilus members are invited to cast their vote at the Career4Sea Europort Awards for diversity projects supported by the Union. which are aimed at encouraging the maritime industry to get smarter on recruitment and retention to reduce barriers to careers at sea.Fri, 04 Aug 2023 16:04:11 Z2023-08-04T16:16:23Z66b7201c-52a4-4e92-a2f5-100441e917e8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-trains-for-charity-mountain-climb-onboard-offshore-vessel/Offshore supervisor Gordon Foot is training onboard to tackle a 5,895m climb for international maritime charity Sailors’ Society.Fri, 04 Aug 2023 15:26:10 Z2023-08-04T15:33:37Z94fa41c2-50d6-4a55-bd4e-6f0c0a1b4629https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-the-maritime-welfare-sector-has-become-the-driving-force-for-good-says-merchant-navy-welfare-board-ceo-stuart-rivers/The maritime welfare sector is transforming for the greater good – and this is just the start, says MNWB CEO Stuart RiversThu, 03 Aug 2023 13:25:21 Z2023-12-06T10:24:04Zc6770f89-103f-4fc1-8c0f-c25fe9a5eff4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ukrainian-seafarers-centre-hit-in-russian-drone-attack-on-grain-export-port/A Ukrainian seafarers' centre previously grant funded by the ITF Seafarers' Trust was hit by a Russian drone attack in the early hours of 2 August 2023, during bombing at the country's most important working grain export port on the Danube river.Thu, 03 Aug 2023 11:32:04 Z2023-08-03T11:41:30Z97c0a20a-d49b-495d-9801-e39a4d02225chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-croatian-affiliate-union-receives-top-award-for-communicating-union-values/The Seafarers' Union of Croatia (SUC), an affiliate of the Nautilus Federation, has received a prestigious award for its striking graphical representation of union values in its 2022 Congress poster.Thu, 03 Aug 2023 08:35:46 Z2023-08-03T08:44:03Z61e3b21c-1157-4f46-9bd1-c9cec0e0a7e5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/polish-sea-shanty-choir-raise-rafters-at-the-scottish-maritime-museum/Possibly the largest regularly performing sea shanty choir in the world, Zawisza Czarny, have proved a sellout success at the Scottish Maritime Museum in North Ayrshire.Wed, 02 Aug 2023 09:23:33 Z2023-08-04T15:21:59Z61756731-e6d9-4c8c-9e22-16231a31a3d8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/internet-project-for-seafarers-at-uk-ports-gets-funding-extension/Funding for a project that ensures seafarers and fishers can gain unlimited internet access during visits to UK ports has been given the go-ahead for another year.Mon, 31 Jul 2023 09:45:41 Z2023-08-04T14:32:11Z73496ceb-824b-4eb9-81b1-1dcbde9966d0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/enclosed-spaces-and-unsafe-pilot-ladder-safety-issues-concerns-continue/Concern over two disturbingly recurrent safety problems – entry into enclosed spaces and unsafe pilot ladders – has been raised in the annual report of the UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB).Thu, 27 Jul 2023 10:44:34 Z2023-07-28T11:11:18Z03954061-8f50-4e0b-a1b6-9f88cabfff41https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/shipowners-urged-to-do-more-for-the-psychological-wellbeing-of-seafarers/Maritime medical experts have urged shipowners to do more to care for the psychological wellbeing of crew members after a study found that more than one-third of seafarers have experienced traumatic incidents onboard their ships. Andrew Linington reportsThu, 27 Jul 2023 10:22:14 Z2023-07-27T11:09:40Z5becdded-0779-4d4b-9aff-de69928d519bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-fatality-highlights-urgent-need-for-battery-fire-research/One seafarer has been killed and several others injured after a fire caused by a lithium-ion vehicle battery broke out onboard the Panama-flagged cargo vessel Fremantle Highway.Wed, 26 Jul 2023 17:34:28 Z2023-07-28T11:11:18Zda4a12e0-d5f4-401c-beca-da007e2f441chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-highly-commended-at-tuc-communication-awards/In a strong field of entries from across the UK trade union movement, Nautilus International has been recognised for its social media work by the TUC at its 46th Trade Union Communication Awards.Wed, 26 Jul 2023 16:18:46 Z2023-07-28T11:11:18Z70dcbb75-f09a-4388-92c6-93435f588749https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-pays-tribute-as-maritime-piloting-community-mourns-loss-of-tireless-advocate/Nautilus has added its condolences as tributes pour in for long-time maritime pilot and maritime professional Captain George Quick, who died in July 2023, aged 93.Mon, 24 Jul 2023 15:14:41 Z2023-07-28T11:11:18Zca33312c-e042-45ae-a637-dae8d09583b8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-charter-must-be-made-mandatory/Nautilus International has called the UK government's Seafarers' Charter "a step forward" but continues to urge the government to make the charter mandatoryMon, 24 Jul 2023 14:14:52 Z2023-07-28T11:11:18Z3892be23-b3f5-4b79-8e62-5d31a1d279cahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/workshops-launched-to-combat-modern-slavery-in-maritime/A series of UK workshops to help maritime workers identify cases of modern slavery has been launched by charity Stella Maris.Wed, 19 Jul 2023 14:04:26 Z2023-07-28T11:11:18Zf2328be4-1f3b-4a87-a368-6879b76e374fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/time-to-vote-for-your-unsung-hero-in-the-annual-award-for-services-to-seafarers-welfare/The deadline for a UK national award that recognises outstanding individuals in the maritime sector is fast approaching.Wed, 19 Jul 2023 13:26:38 Z2023-07-28T11:11:18Z9f75c994-72a2-4e3d-b616-af9501147552https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imb-warns-over-increase-in-gulf-of-guinea-piracy/The International Maritime Bureau (IMB) is calling for action following an increase in pirate attacks in the Gulf of Guinea.Wed, 19 Jul 2023 10:56:33 Z2023-07-28T11:11:18Z5b4202f6-1fd9-4c05-8ebc-94e8326823a4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/win-for-workers-as-uk-high-court-rules-against-anti-strike-regulations/Nautilus has welcomed a High Court ruling that the UK government's agency worker regulations are unlawful.Mon, 17 Jul 2023 15:41:10 Z2025-05-16T10:10:16Z0eba9728-bcee-44a4-a616-c3b5448d7943https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cadets-please-get-in-touch-regarding-sea-time-difficulties/Nautilus is asking cadets to get in touch to report any problems with acquiring sea time, so that their concerns can be addressed by an industry group the Union is part of.Fri, 14 Jul 2023 15:30:37 Z2023-07-28T11:11:18Z6c900b5e-cbe5-45b4-a72b-244e35a7b209https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-signs-up-two-new-strategic-yacht-partners/Nautilus has signed up two new strategic yacht partners: Starfish Crew and Superyacht References Ltd. The Union’s strategic yacht partner programme gives companies, agencies, owners, employers and regulatory authorities the opportunity to engage in ongoing dialogue with Nautilus.Thu, 13 Jul 2023 14:53:35 Z2023-12-29T12:51:36Z06d1b231-9355-4773-9966-e52e7da5dc23https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/illegal-migration-a-new-criminalisation-threat/Nautilus International is joining with union partners to take on the proposed Illegal Migration Bill, which poses grave risks for transport workers including seafarers. Rob Coston reports.Mon, 10 Jul 2023 18:23:23 Z2023-09-08T16:29:27Zb3d03fae-ce5c-424c-9527-da916a07bbe7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-front-line-against-abandonment/The ITF and its inspectors get seafarers home when they are abandoned by unscrupulous employers. With a record number of cases last year, Rob Coston reports on two recent successes, both involving the same shipowner, which show the importance of port state cooperationMon, 10 Jul 2023 18:12:26 Z2023-09-08T16:30:05Ze1bcc8b8-7bac-42d8-af14-6d5a582cf5d1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/abandonment-issues-when-a-maritime-connection-is-severed/A recent report has highlighted the increase in cases of ship abandonment – with 2022 the worst year on record. Rob Coston reports on how these actions by irresponsible shipowners are continuing to unfairly impact the lives of seafarersMon, 10 Jul 2023 15:51:43 Z2023-07-27T11:06:29Zd74c6325-535c-438a-856b-ec265df205d3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipping-must-ensure-a-just-transition-in-light-of-net-zero-by-2050-agreement/Nautilus International has welcomed agreement at the 80th session of the International Maritime Organization's Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) that will see shipping emissions reduction target to net-zero by around 2050.Fri, 07 Jul 2023 13:30:36 Z2023-07-28T11:11:18Zea9d629b-e631-406d-bd72-7fbde88cee25https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-andrew-jones-nautilus-welfare-fund/Andrew Jones, the Nautilus Welfare Fund charity's head of welfare and care provides some insights into his first year of working at Mariners' Park Estate in Wallasey, UK.Fri, 07 Jul 2023 09:58:29 Z2023-07-25T10:53:49Za33a18aa-4e69-4608-a1b8-07b5db663436https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-podcast-launches-during-maritime-safety-week/A new maritime safety podcast, Sea Views, launched for Maritime Safety Week with funding from The Seafarers' Charity.Thu, 06 Jul 2023 15:59:25 Z2023-07-28T11:11:18Z194469ab-54b4-4220-84e0-24b86094a098https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-warn-uk-government-on-criminalisation-risk-for-seafarers-in-immigration-bill/Nautilus International, the RMT union and industry body the UK Chamber of Shipping have asked the UK government to amend its proposed Immigration Bill, due to the security and criminalisation risk it poses for seafarers.Thu, 06 Jul 2023 08:47:26 Z2023-07-28T11:11:18Zc1ef1a89-d611-47c8-ab44-a39744454b06https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/anti-strike-legislation-where-are-we-now/As the UK government continues to push through its anti-strike legislation, Nautilus joined other trade unions in London's Parliament Square in opposition to this blatant attack on workers' rights.Wed, 05 Jul 2023 14:48:24 Z2023-09-11T08:35:17Z410d4e66-d406-41d0-88b1-cdd5e1a15973https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-spotlights-flag-of-convenience-campaign-at-itf-manila-event/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson has spoken out against sea blindness and the ongoing abuse of the Flag of Convenience (FOC) system at the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) Seafarers' Expo.Tue, 04 Jul 2023 13:52:29 Z2023-07-28T11:11:18Zc733e05c-06b6-4581-8b23-b784add8ef18https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/david_appleton_the_impossible_questions_around_automation/Progress on regulating autonomous ships remains painfully slow, despite the efforts of the IMO Maritime Safety Committee in June this year.Tue, 04 Jul 2023 12:00:00 Z2023-07-04T11:33:56Z541fcfe5-1025-468c-974e-441b96264e75https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-cadets-offered-virtual-conference-experience-on-wellness-at-sea/Sailors' Society is expecting more than 6,000 students to benefit from its global 2023 Wellness at Sea Maritime Schools' Conferences, and this year it has virtual events planned for the first time for the UK's maritime colleges.Tue, 04 Jul 2023 11:32:18 Z2023-07-28T11:11:18Zb5a73e83-d9f5-45fc-9e87-c386ab451260https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-government-to-urgently-fund-cadet-modernisation-programme/Nautilus calls government to urgently fund cadet modernisation programmeMon, 03 Jul 2023 13:49:15 Z2023-07-28T11:11:18Zbe9e9402-d83b-4fb3-b50a-62e6bb5f0faahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/did-you-take-the-hnc-route/Nautilus advice for cadets: choosing the Higher National Certificate (HNC) route towards becoming qualified officers rather than the HND or a foundation degree.Fri, 30 Jun 2023 10:46:30 Z2025-10-03T15:23:44Z76f7e2e7-45e1-4d7a-8598-ce7a9f814c5chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-symposium-the-future-of-dutch-shipping/Hans Walthie describes fascinating discussions on the theme of Toekomst Nederland Scheepvaartland ('the future of the Netherlands as a shipping country'), held at a Nautilus Symposium in JuneFri, 30 Jun 2023 08:12:38 Z2023-06-30T09:12:48Z9f4a6d1e-aac7-4de0-9e5a-c69f778f7f47https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/inaugural-crew-welfare-roundtable/Nautilus took part in the first yacht industry crew welfare round table, which was hosted on 17 May 2023 by the United Kingdom Sailing Academy (UKSA) and The Seafarers' Charity.Thu, 29 Jun 2023 15:33:03 Z2025-10-30T11:02:19Z9029fb6d-96dd-4606-b1b6-e2f5ab34bcadhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-affiliate-pushes-for-food-aid-changes/An affiliate of the Nautilus Federation – the International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots (MM&P) – has joined forces with more than 50 other organisations in the USA to push for passage of a bill that would ensure that US commodities are the cornerstone of international food aid.Thu, 29 Jun 2023 15:19:58 Z2023-06-29T15:36:52Za5002744-6a50-4d4e-8715-754ceeca2cf0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pension-announcement-ensign-retirement-scheme-wound-up/Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 27 of the Trustee Act 1925 that the Trustee is winding-up the Scheme.Thu, 29 Jun 2023 15:01:18 Z2023-06-29T15:47:22Za92bdc02-5ad6-4d39-a06e-4236e43be0d9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-invited-to-take-part-in-decarbonisation-survey/Nautilus members are urged to take part in a new survey launched by ISWAN on the International Day of the Seafarer, which seeks understand the impact that the rapid technological changes to decarbonise maritime are having on seafarers’ job satisfaction and wellbeing at sea.Sun, 25 Jun 2023 06:25:00 Z2023-06-28T11:24:01Zd1625edc-95bb-40c7-9f76-86b3ec7173c4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stella-maris-calls-for-maritime-industry-to-step-up-its-support-for-seafarers-in-war/Global maritime network Stella Maris says that as the war in Ukraine continues, there's an urgent need for the shipping industry to step up its support for Ukrainian seafarers and their families and work in partnership with the charity.Fri, 23 Jun 2023 16:07:05 Z2023-06-29T15:38:02Z5ef209db-177d-4ea3-8c5b-227d1bf6c32ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/cruise-special-your-voice-in-the-global-cruise-industry/As well as having collective bargaining agreements with individual cruise operators, Nautilus acts on the international stage to improve the working lives of all crew in the sector. Sarah Robinson explores how it's doneFri, 23 Jun 2023 10:25:58 Z2023-07-20T15:39:52Z9813951b-ccbe-484e-997d-4823387dc709https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/superyacht-sector-reports-125-rise-in-violence-at-sea-among-worrying-trend-of-seafarer-abuse/The superyacht industry has been flagged as an area of concern by seafarer helplines responding to a global increase in reports of abuse, bullying, harassment and discrimination (ABHD).Fri, 23 Jun 2023 08:35:17 Z2023-12-29T12:52:38Z6c84d1e1-6527-47ef-840a-778687ebc761https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tough-talk-but-weak-action-on-seafarers-welfare-charter/Nautilus has condemned the UK government’s continued refusal to make its proposed Seafarers' Welfare Charter mandatory, but is pleased that the oppositions has committed to making it 'binding' if elected.Thu, 22 Jun 2023 14:21:12 Z2023-07-24T15:06:34Zfb0b1bb2-b2b8-4db7-a062-557064a50c75https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/charting-a-just-transition-not-just-a-transition/Nautilus took its message of a Just Transition for seafarers to the leaders of the UK's £116 billion maritime sector this week as a sponsor of the fifth Mersey Maritime Exchange.Thu, 22 Jun 2023 14:12:22 Z2023-07-04T15:59:43Zf49aa19b-1ef6-4baf-90d5-42ed97a434adhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-win-substantial-pay-hike-at-subsea-7/Following the latest pay and conditions review, Nautilus members at offshore operator Subsea 7 have voted to accept a 7.5% pay increase backdated to 1 January 2023, with a further 2.5% from 1 July 2023.Thu, 22 Jun 2023 12:30:00 Z2023-06-22T12:35:48Z962974cb-8e1a-4ae2-85e0-ae8305aa6eeahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/right-to-strike-win-for-workers-as-ilo-intervenes/Nautilus International has welcomed an intervention by the International Labour Organization (ILO), which has declared that the UK government's planned anti-strike laws must be changed.Thu, 22 Jun 2023 08:21:30 Z2023-06-22T08:34:29Za9d4d6d1-0c15-43d3-ba49-4350bd42ffd3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/cruise-special-nautilus-international-the-cruise-sector-union/Rob Coston reports on the activities of Nautilus International's industrial organisers in the cruise sector, with positive results seen in recent pay negotiations thanks to strong participation by membersWed, 21 Jun 2023 13:40:20 Z2023-07-20T15:06:01Zf3498a20-4c7f-457b-98e2-82f681996a96https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/royal-fleet-auxiliary-acknowledges-members-pay-aspirations/The Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) has acknowledged Nautilus members' pay aspirations for 2023/2024, following an online meeting and receipt of a formal letter from the Union.Wed, 21 Jun 2023 11:31:20 Z2023-07-07T15:20:09Zc4a3e98c-af7a-4d41-bdce-b06829ca9d88https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/cruise-special-whats-it-like-to-work-in-cruise/With the cruise industry finally starting to resemble its old self after the pandemic, Nautilus has been finding out how members are experiencing life and work in the sector.Wed, 21 Jun 2023 10:39:23 Z2023-07-20T15:06:13Z8e575216-0d9f-4cf9-91fb-6e2b63e22d25https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/unionising-european-river-cruise/Nautilus International is leading the way in setting up collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), in the fast-expanding European river cruise sector.Wed, 21 Jun 2023 09:50:00 Z2023-08-07T08:50:58Zc377f4b4-8e2c-4f90-b8aa-ca0785b803e3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-update-seizing-the-opportunity-to-end-seafarer-exploitation/European seafarers are tired of being excluded from national and international legislation that should be protecting their rights at work. The time has come for concerted action to get rid of these loopholes and introduce a new set of policies across the continentTue, 20 Jun 2023 12:19:48 Z2023-07-27T08:59:02Zecba907a-9288-49f7-83f6-3b0308b1f172https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charities-insights-from-tim-hill-new-ceo-at-stella-maris/In conversation with Stella Maris new CEO Tim HillTue, 20 Jun 2023 11:29:13 Z2023-09-20T15:36:06Z2d8d8341-f236-44c1-b10b-7a7afab70a56https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ensuring-race-is-on-the-agenda-in-maritime/Nautilus is in the process of implementing its commitment to the TUC Anti-Racism Manifesto in industrial collective bargaining agreements (CBAs).Thu, 15 Jun 2023 09:53:26 Z2023-06-15T10:38:04Zadfa3aa0-06c9-4fe4-a20a-9cb99b4557c4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/proud-to-be-visible-in-maritime/Nautilus head of international relations Danny McGowan chaired a highly engaged turn-out of maritime professionals for the second 2023 Pride in Maritime Network roundtable organised by Maritime UK.Wed, 14 Jun 2023 15:33:30 Z2023-06-15T11:06:09Z88b7b8c8-b51f-4f0b-a58d-f05dd128ef6chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pando-ferries-exploitation-of-crew-shows-no-signs-of-ending-with-new-maltese-crew-management/Nautilus International has condemned P&O Ferries for continuing to exploit agency crew recruited from abroad.Wed, 14 Jun 2023 14:44:06 Z2023-06-15T14:43:14Z88651ac9-5adc-4548-b32e-0ff403475b98https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-and-pentland-ferries-sign-collective-bargaining-agreement/Nautilus International has signed a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with Pentland Ferries, in order to represent members currently serving onboard the MV Pentalina and MV AlfredFri, 09 Jun 2023 10:06:45 Z2023-06-09T10:17:10Zebf8c332-18f1-488b-a724-6b7cca8bf939https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-visits-shetland-uhi-scalloway-campus-cadets/Nautilus International visited cadets at Shetland UHI's Scalloway Campus in June. Fifteen cadets from the engineering department plus two lecturers attended a presentation by Nautilus national organiser Steve DoranThu, 08 Jun 2023 10:42:47 Z2023-06-08T10:48:56Z92461cce-6563-4494-b9f4-c6b9e6171546https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/workers-essential-to-unlock-benefits-of-automation-says-international-report/Seafarers see the prospect of autonomous ships as an opportunity to solve a number of problems in commercial shipping, but warn that crew expertise is central to making change effective, according to a new report.Wed, 07 Jun 2023 14:56:38 Z2023-06-07T14:59:16Z0b2bcdf3-f813-4d4d-9250-7c63863fb102https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/environmental-transition-must-go-hand-in-hand-with-social-justice-and-social-progress/Nautilus International executive officer Sascha Meijer welcomes a new maritime skills strategy produced by the pan-European SkillSea project.Tue, 06 Jun 2023 09:53:38 Z2023-06-06T09:59:30Zbbb076bf-6f43-47fb-acc1-dba44162acc5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maersk-relationship-renewed-as-company-moves-towards-renewables/Good progress is being made on this year's pay and conditions review at Maersk Supply Service, following the recent renewal of the company's collective bargaining agreement with Nautilus.Fri, 02 Jun 2023 09:23:13 Z2023-06-02T12:04:08Z033521ff-a766-4179-9bd5-330710682b30https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-officials-represent-merchant-navy-members-at-boa80-commemorations/Nautilus members and staff were proud to represent the Union as the UK commemorated the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Atlantic (BoA).Wed, 31 May 2023 14:44:00 Z2024-09-11T09:06:24Z6afb95a0-94f3-46ba-b8f3-5f1eccb04ecbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/retired-mooring-master-bill-hughes-on-respecting-the-sea-fond-memories-of-new-zealand-and-starting-a-new-business/Bill Hughes, a recently retired master and Nautilus member of 52 years, started out in a career at sea thinking it would only be for a short time but ended up making it his life's work. He is now looking forward to some relaxation time, and the opportunity to start a new businessTue, 30 May 2023 14:54:55 Z2023-05-30T15:03:19Z008abbfa-082a-4ec3-a615-e59e43d0d058https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-checks-reveal-hydrogen-sulphide-risk-to-crew-onboard-specialist-vessels/Checks of onboard specialist production and storage vessels in UK waters have revealed alarmingly high concentrations of a gas which could instantly kill crew members and can pose a threat to vessel safety by corroding steelwork.Wed, 24 May 2023 09:40:28 Z2024-05-07T14:43:31Z8a4361cd-277f-47fc-8a63-29cc9781e349https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/franks-bench-celebrating-the-life-of-a-mariners-park-veteran/A book dedicated to the memory of a Merchant Navy prisoner of war and former Mariners' Park Estate resident Frank Walker has been published by another current Park resident Captain Peter Thomson.Tue, 23 May 2023 09:54:48 Z2023-05-25T07:22:34Zafd3e1fc-5a04-4980-a663-2f219183b1e4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-welcomes-appointment-of-new-chief-executive-officer-of-maritime--uk/Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson said “I have enjoyed working closely with Chris Shirling-Rooke in his role as CEO of Mersey Maritime and I wish to extend my warmest congratulations to him on his appointment as Chief Executive Officer.Tue, 23 May 2023 08:34:49 Z2023-06-08T14:11:05Z5d7816a3-4e68-404b-a503-396e03566c61https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-seafarer-heart-health-supported-by-maritime-charity-defibrillator-project/A project aimed at preventing heart-related fatalities among UK seafarers is being rolled out by The Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS) with funding from the Department for Transport via the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB).Mon, 22 May 2023 11:28:01 Z2023-05-23T09:16:54Zf6fb805c-f531-45a8-a4ec-2550edd919d6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/join-the-protest-stand-up-for-your-right-to-strike/Nautilus International is calling on UK members to join a protest on Monday 22 May against the UK government's attempt to restrict the right to strike.Wed, 17 May 2023 11:37:54 Z2023-05-17T11:47:31Z64d428aa-5945-4fe0-8e3a-caac03e3eaf2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/focus-on-mariners-park-nautilus-caseworkers-achieve-another-record-in-benefit-clawbacks-for-mariners/Nautilus caseworkers have continued to ensure mariners are getting the benefits and grants they are entitled to – helping generate £1.14m for 741 mariners in 2022 .Wed, 17 May 2023 11:29:53 Z2023-05-23T10:09:16Z97e1f86f-4f80-4839-b245-5e51ea815745https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-urged-to-complete-port-welfare-survey/Hundreds of seafarers are being urged to give their views on the services and support available during visits to UK ports in a new survey aimed at improving future maritime welfare provision.Tue, 16 May 2023 15:54:36 Z2023-05-17T11:26:37Zb25eadc4-62d5-4bbf-a54d-fe8a921bf4a0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-happiness-dips-in-first-quarter-of-2023/Seafarers are increasingly frustrated and challenged by ongoing issues with extended periods onboard due to lack of shore leave and sign-off procedures being delayed even moving out of the Covid-19 pandemic – according to a regular survey monitoring their wellbeing.Tue, 16 May 2023 15:18:12 Z2023-05-16T16:11:17Z761f2478-3ee6-4c13-89e2-b6179e0da5fchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/superyacht-safety-warning-issued-following-gangway-accidents/A major flag state has warned superyacht crew members and owners about the need to improve the safety of access to their vessels following several serious accidents.Tue, 16 May 2023 13:53:23 Z2023-05-16T14:29:13Zbe89d6a2-9dc6-4dd2-908d-dfb88e3f530ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-union-members-recognised-for-heroism/Officers and crew of two US Nautilus Federation affiliates have been recognised for heroism after safely evacuating a Staten Island ferry during an engine room fire.Mon, 15 May 2023 13:11:39 Z2023-05-15T13:25:55Zfeb855bd-cdd3-44ea-83a4-5489ff2aa65ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/why-maritime-professionals-deserve-a-fair-share-of-the-offshore-wind-boom/Nautilus general secretary comment: Industry must commit to strengthening the maritime workforce after the expiry of the OWWCMon, 15 May 2023 01:54:00 Z2023-05-19T10:16:10Z37fccc4f-5367-42a6-8ad8-33687688d19chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-shortlisted-for-best-podcast-at-2023-memcom-awards/Nautilus International’s podcast 'Off Course: a sideways look at life at sea' has been shortlisted for 'Best Podcast' at the Memcom UK Awards 2023.Fri, 12 May 2023 15:27:22 Z2023-05-12T15:39:40Ze10a8da8-51ea-4002-8dd7-5a0f563c91e0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/notice-of-nautilus-general-meeting-and-rules-general-meeting-25-october-2023/Nautilus International is holding its General Meeting and Rules General Meeting on 25 October 2023. All paid-up full members across the Union's three branches are eligible to attend a Rules General Meeting.Fri, 12 May 2023 12:19:05 Z2023-11-06T13:44:11Zd332e138-b611-457e-a3f9-4f3a180530bdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-join-us-at-the-2023-general-meeting-on-the-maritime-just-transition/Nautilus members invited to join in the 2023 Nautilus International General Meeting, taking place from 23 to 25 October 2023 in Liverpool and online.Fri, 12 May 2023 11:57:06 Z2023-10-24T09:25:00Zbe622338-c831-4efc-9a0c-cdf981a590f2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/enhancing-human-rights-at-sea/A conference attended by Nautilus, focused on ways to improve the rights of our members and others at seaThu, 11 May 2023 12:53:37 Z2023-05-12T08:11:54Z459eb858-536b-4b93-82be-f0f2e2f410e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-keyworkers-have-your-say-on-covid-19-impact/Seafarers are being asked to contribute to an international study on the impact of the Covid-19 in recognition of their essential role in delivering goods globally during the pandemic.Fri, 05 May 2023 10:41:45 Z2023-05-05T10:56:10Za7862fe1-bd40-4b60-a616-f8d909541ef7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/superyacht-sanctions-and-safety-what-you-need-to-know/Vessels that are owned by sanctioned individuals have not been receiving services – including services essential for safety – due to the sanctions, and Nautilus has heard of multiple cases affecting vessels that were suspected but did not actually belong to such individualsThu, 04 May 2023 15:27:15 Z2023-12-29T12:53:24Z05a15a77-118e-4b1e-a7ff-fa122cfa4983https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-faces-on-nautilus-council-from-2023-election-results/Nautilus Council has 12 new members and has increased its female seafarer representation as a result of the 2023 election results.Thu, 04 May 2023 14:49:38 Z2023-05-05T13:07:37Z0f5ed5e5-e1ba-4c2b-8069-880908715f41https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/offshore-co-ordinating-group-meets-in-aberdeen/Jake Molloy, left, was presented with a memento by Nautilus national organiser Steve Doran.Thu, 04 May 2023 13:31:54 Z2024-05-07T14:00:33Zd74ca5dd-bf64-433b-bdb0-faa37218ec30https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-activist-hands-over-the-baton/Third Engineer Willie Jackson bade a fond farewell to fellow Nautilus Council members in April, following his retirement from the Union’s governing board.Thu, 04 May 2023 13:09:13 Z2023-05-05T10:08:53Zebc0c731-32e3-4511-baf2-1e76c14797d2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipyard-visit-for-rfa-as-multi-role-ocean-surveillance-ship-undergoes-refit/Nautilus International national organiser Steve Doran met members at Cammell Lairds shipyard in April both shoreside and onboard Proteus, the multi role ocean surveillance ship (MROSS)Thu, 04 May 2023 11:33:38 Z2023-09-04T15:36:25Z5669ae39-9da7-45db-85cb-05d5734443a3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/david-appleton-decarbonisation-decision-time-at-the-imo/The countdown is on to what could be the most important session ever of the IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee. MEPC 80, which is taking place in London at the beginning of July, is scheduled to adopt a revised strategy for the reduction of greenhouse gases.Wed, 03 May 2023 23:00:00 Z2023-05-05T17:02:49Z6de8abfa-8953-4325-9203-c88f9b66adbdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/preserving-our-history-the-uk-s-maritime-heritage-needs-our-help/The fabric of our maritime history is under threat. We must preserve our history. The UK's maritime heritage needs our help, writes Malcolm GravesWed, 03 May 2023 15:25:49 Z2023-05-04T11:47:19Z138599af-4f56-4fcc-812a-b43508448d40https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-latest-on-the-just-transition/At the Nautilus Professional and Technical Forum in April, head of international relations Danny McGowan gave a presentation on the hot maritime topic of 2023: the Just Transition.Tue, 02 May 2023 13:32:48 Z2023-05-10T11:28:55Ze0a5e19c-71fe-4552-a3e3-b8d664873e22https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/laid-off-twice/Barry Edwards is speaking out after he and his fellow seafarers lost their jobs due to the Offshore Wind Workers Concession (OWWC).Fri, 28 Apr 2023 15:04:06 Z2023-04-28T15:10:04Zf88bda6d-519d-46c0-8bf8-a51b9b830d71https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/union-warns-offshore-wind-employers-against-further-labour-exploitations/Nautilus has warned offshore wind employers against seeking to continue to exploit migrant labour following the expected end of the Offshore Wind Workers Concession (OWWC) on 30 April.Fri, 28 Apr 2023 13:18:37 Z2023-04-28T15:03:06Z83b2bf31-98a8-404f-81a6-26d393f3db3fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/chair-of-transport-select-committee-calls-for-respect-for-maritime-workers/Iain Stewart MP, chair of the Committee, shares his view on what seafarers and the industry can expect, and what further action the government needs to take to achieve its ambitionsFri, 28 Apr 2023 08:45:53 Z2024-03-13T17:23:09Z2d6272b2-1944-434a-a8f3-af77d3f8d123https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-consults-serco-ferries-members-over-rejected-pay-offer/Nautilus members and national organiser Steve Doran aboard the MV Hamnavoe and MV Hrossey in Orkney for members meetings and terms & conditions negotiationsFri, 28 Apr 2023 08:25:40 Z2023-04-28T08:35:17Z9d872636-5c00-43d5-a047-bc69471a1161https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/get-involved-with-expanded-mentoring-scheme-in-north-west/Summary: Having previously partnered with Maritime London to successfully launch the ‘Sea to City’ project in the capital, Nautilus International has now decided to bring the initiative to the North West through a partnership with Mersey MaritimeTue, 25 Apr 2023 15:41:03 Z2023-08-11T15:10:38Z13a94fb0-5432-4baa-83f7-f9fc99412f5ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/coming-ashore-programme-supports-seafarers-from-ship-to-shore/Coming Ashore programme supports seafarers from ship to shoreTue, 25 Apr 2023 15:20:41 Z2023-06-09T15:49:34Z41a18fea-1d5e-44a3-8e0a-815b35c0e0a0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-update-union-input-helps-move-inland-crewing-standard-to-next-stage/A new Europe-wide crewing standard for inland waterways is on course for further development after consultation with ETF affiliates.Fri, 21 Apr 2023 16:45:26 Z2023-05-05T17:06:36Zeffed3dd-2099-4b91-82b7-a96520829e43https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-maritime-communication-revolution/With huge changes to maritime jobs on the horizon, good communication skills are more important than ever – and we all need to brush up on these, whatever our native languageFri, 21 Apr 2023 16:14:32 Z2023-04-24T13:48:19Z370d8da6-9710-4006-aaec-12b9545439bdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-podcast-off-course-episode-5-refugees-fleeing-by-boat-featuring-captain-kai-kaltegartner/Captain Kai Kaltegartner shares his harrowing experiences onboard vessels rescuing people at sea who are fleeing violence, insecurity and persecution, in Nautilus International's latest podcast.Fri, 21 Apr 2023 15:32:20 Z2023-04-21T15:42:03Z150f9752-353d-4c18-a507-f349286e1a42https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/off-course-podcast-series-1-join-us-for-a-sideways-look-at-life-at-sea/Listen to our podcast to hear Inspirational stories from maritime professionalsFri, 21 Apr 2023 15:07:00 Z2025-06-24T11:11:35Z4d9adb25-c7ae-44e4-8cb9-2af3fbb970c9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-trauma-counselling-service-for-female-crew-receives-funding-boost/A new counselling service previously aimed at supporting military veteran women who experienced sexual trauma has received a funding boost to expand its activities to women in the Merchant Navy and fishing sectors.Thu, 20 Apr 2023 10:12:59 Z2023-07-04T10:01:33Z78235a34-df6a-4635-a010-5954568a431chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sailors-society-looks-to-virtual-chaplaincy-support-for-seafarers/Sailors' Society is switching its focus to 24/7 virtual support for seafarers and their families across the world, although it is not planning to close its seafarer centre in the UK.Wed, 19 Apr 2023 15:06:20 Z2023-04-19T15:27:16Z8cf914dd-6aa9-4d84-9901-cea1d85b7661https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nominations-invited-for-2023-uk-merchant-navy-medal/Nominations are now invited for the 2023 Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service – a prestigious UK state honour recognising exceptional contributions in maritime.Wed, 19 Apr 2023 14:19:00 Z2023-04-19T14:25:07Zc4251188-e416-45d9-8b9c-433c6dc6e2f5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/modernising-maritime-for-women-gender-research-update/An important piece of European research has set out recommendations for attracting more women to careers at sea, many of which echo longstanding Nautilus campaigns on workplace gender support.Mon, 17 Apr 2023 14:35:24 Z2023-04-20T10:40:20Z91e2991e-fec9-4149-ac9c-622128137879https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-time-on-recruitment-fraud-and-job-scams-after-new-research-reveals-seafarers-face-widespread-illegal-practices/Nautilus has called for urgent action by governments and industry in the light of new research which has found that the charging of 'recruitment fees' is one of the most common illegal practices faced by seafarers, and one which can leave them in significant debt.Mon, 17 Apr 2023 14:10:36 Z2023-04-18T08:56:50Ze4cd7be8-998a-4913-bf44-31393b8e14bbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/call-for-seafarer-centres-to-urgently-provide-more-welfare-support-for-women/Port-based welfare centres have been asked to urgently improve their services to meet the specific needs of women at sea and support industry efforts to attract and retain female crew.Mon, 17 Apr 2023 10:43:02 Z2023-04-20T10:38:29Z396e39fe-b3f7-4fd8-a7c8-78bdaed1f39bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/activism-special-represent-your-fellow-members/Trade unionism is all about fighting for people's rights, and that starts in the workplace, with member-led negotiations and Union governanceThu, 13 Apr 2023 15:35:09 Z2023-05-18T13:38:45Z1826bd75-01ee-4cfb-bf01-a13f116e96f2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/activism-special-attend-a-nautilus-conference/Nautilus is a community governed by elected representatives, and our policies are set by a vote of members at our conferences. As well as setting the Union's agenda at conferences, you can also boost your professional development and make new contacts.Thu, 13 Apr 2023 13:44:19 Z2024-07-30T14:19:33Z96fc0a8d-9702-4fff-8e49-edb662bfd41ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-forums--driving-the-maritime-conversation/Nautilus forums are the place to talk about your workplace and industry issues with fellow members. The forums help to set the Union’s policy agenda, and their work has led to major changes in the maritime industryThu, 06 Apr 2023 14:52:21 Z2024-01-22T15:32:33Z8ade6be9-8ebb-4754-af54-528f7427eb21https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/get-closer-with-nautilus-social-media/A simple way that members can become more involved with Nautilus, as well as hearing about important upcoming events, is through social media.Thu, 06 Apr 2023 13:37:36 Z2023-05-05T17:25:56Zaac87ca4-927f-48b7-9f5b-3eacadff1ba6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/speak-out-how-you-can-be-a-voice-for-maritime-professionals/To get better pay and conditions for our members, Nautilus needs to tackle 'sea blindness' among politicians and the public. Here are some ways members can get their voices heard.Thu, 06 Apr 2023 12:53:56 Z2023-05-04T14:17:40Z7a6c7810-bb21-4e8c-a256-8d2370b0d765https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-jan-webber-director-of-development-at-the-mission-to-seafarers/Director of development at The Mission to Seafarers and BEM awardee Jan Webber discusses the charity's worries for seafarers who are still experiencing difficulty accessing shore leave since the Covid-19 pandemicWed, 05 Apr 2023 14:24:17 Z2023-12-06T10:24:52Za683b95f-94e1-4240-bec7-65d2f74fe09dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-member-treads-the-decks-in-training-for-second-marathon-for-charity/Nautilus member George Belcher has been back on the treadmill in between shifts onboard, in training for his second London Marathon in aid of the maritime welfare charity Sailors' Society.Wed, 05 Apr 2023 10:58:58 Z2023-04-05T11:33:36Z7ae104d7-b836-4e63-bca3-660526ca7e52https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-moves-to-shorter-tours-of-duty/The Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) will introduce drastically shorter tours of duty onboard two ships brought in to support Ministry of Defence outputs.Tue, 04 Apr 2023 10:53:15 Z2023-04-04T11:02:53Z535fff8c-a0d1-40cd-bbfa-099c31d94067https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-honours-mmp-vice-president/A vice president of Nautilus Federation affiliate the International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots (MM&P) has been lauded by the International Maritime Organization.Mon, 03 Apr 2023 13:45:47 Z2023-04-03T14:02:24Zefea7a14-a1f4-49d5-aea0-fd66ef9807fdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-french-move-to-block-low-wage-ferries/The law mandates minimum wage requirements for ferries operating on the English Channel and seeks to prevent unsafe tours of duty through a provision that time worked should be equal to time off. The definition of maximum consecutive working period is still to be determined.Mon, 03 Apr 2023 11:22:22 Z2023-04-04T15:58:18Z801e67a7-0c7b-4615-a469-07469fdd2e0dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-grill-maersk-over-lack-of-collective-bargaining/Trade unions from around the world have taken their concerns about Maersk directly to the company’s headquarters in Copenhagen during its annual general meeting.Mon, 03 Apr 2023 11:04:18 Z2023-04-03T11:14:36Z5d6d9da3-db7e-471b-986b-df82e33a4aeahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sea-service-verification-please-note-nautilus-change-of-address/Nautilus is reminding yacht members that the Union has moved out of its previous office in London at the ShrubberiesTue, 28 Mar 2023 13:40:44 Z2023-03-28T14:06:09Zee630774-d22a-4e17-9f3e-d7ecaf3dc9b1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/meet-nautilus-at-the-palma-international-boat-show/Nautilus International will be at Palma International Boat show on Thursday 27 and Friday 28 April to mark the start of the 2023 Mediterranean season.Tue, 28 Mar 2023 13:18:31 Z2023-03-28T13:24:59Z1b050389-bbd0-430c-b5a7-96f86e222e7bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/lorna-baird-on-sea-blindness-ship-handling-and-marine-volunteering/Scottish tugmaster Lorna Baird was a huge fan of ships growing up, despite coming from a farming community. Having followed her heart into maritime, she is keen to promote her fulfilling and exciting profession to others – and is dedicated to supporting the wildlife she sees at seaFri, 24 Mar 2023 15:30:38 Z2023-11-13T19:17:50Z5e6fe50d-17af-4496-ac0f-4f34bd56d08ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-wages-act-cannot-stop-another-po-ferries-nautilus-warns/Nautilus International is warning that the Seafarers' Wages Act, which became law on 23 March, does not provide strong enough protections to prevent other companies from following the shameful example of P&O Ferries.Fri, 24 Mar 2023 15:27:18 Z2023-04-01T13:01:26Z1803a603-2233-472d-9007-92bc79ccf76ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-flags-dangers-of-fitting-flexible-hoses-to-safety-critical-equipment/The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has highlighted dangers involving flexible hoses and modifications on safety-critical equipment.Fri, 24 Mar 2023 10:53:56 Z2023-03-24T16:08:55Z333260b2-586c-4081-81ac-ac21ba02bf53https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/report-into-ferry-near-miss-highlights-bridge-communication-issues/A report into a ‘close quarter incident’ involving two passenger ferries in March 2022 has flagged issues with bridge communication, as well as port control training.Fri, 24 Mar 2023 10:43:34 Z2023-03-24T16:08:25Ze2abe11c-2610-4dc8-89a6-ede93b8aad68https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/funding-cadets-speak-out/Rob Coston reveals some of the direct responses to our survey of cadets, which bring home just how bad the cost of living situation has becomeFri, 24 Mar 2023 09:56:21 Z2023-06-16T11:32:13Zac17adae-b1d0-4aba-8534-4ba94ec4eb74https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-better-future-for-cadets/The Cadet Training & Modernisation (CT&M) Programme is currently labouring to improve the experience for UK cadets – including on sea time.Thu, 23 Mar 2023 16:48:11 Z2023-03-23T17:01:16Z08225a23-5bf1-47d6-b31c-2dc5d07eebbfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/volunteering-on-vessel-conversion-described-as-hugely-rewarding-by-nautilus-member/Nautilus member Captain David Warden-Owen has been volunteering his master’s skills for a project refitting an ex-naval supply ship for charitable medical duties in Madagascar.Thu, 23 Mar 2023 12:10:07 Z2023-04-13T08:35:43Ze9baa7cf-72cc-457f-ac97-b60f03365c41https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shs-seafarers-need-for-charitable-help-a-daily-reality/The UK maritime welfare charity Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS) released a round-up showing the impact of the cost of living crisis.Thu, 23 Mar 2023 09:53:20 Z2023-04-13T08:31:13Z755d6d54-6b41-49df-8b3c-4e9cfb46e7f4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/focus-on-mariners-park-resident-led-activities/Residents have always been at the heart of events at Nautilus Mariners' Park, but closer ties on activities were forged through cooperation and togetherness during the pandemic.Wed, 22 Mar 2023 17:11:22 Z2023-03-30T13:57:26Zb0a39e07-4146-4fcd-a650-d2ce6da21dcehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charities-insights-from-new-leaders/Nautilus interviews new leaders at two major maritime charities, ISWAN and SAIL.Wed, 22 Mar 2023 17:05:06 Z2023-04-13T08:26:29Z762a8097-f8fd-4cd5-826a-1cc686539599https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/transport-select-committee-recommends-mandatory-welfare-charter-for-seafarers/The House of Commons Transport Select Committee has recommended the creation of a mandatory seafarers’ welfare charter as part of a new report on the UK government’s Maritime 2050 strategy.Tue, 21 Mar 2023 10:22:44 Z2023-04-03T11:31:40Zabf331b6-6308-46ea-82c9-d3dc1bd7f8b0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/uk-maternity-and-paternity-rights-your-questions-answered/Following feedback from members, Nautilus has recently carried out a comprehensive update of its Maternity and paternity guidelines, which explain what UK employers are legally obliged to do for new and expectant parents.Mon, 20 Mar 2023 17:41:00 Z2023-05-03T15:50:02Zcf1caf38-b389-4da2-b44f-9d600fefa599https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-guidance-on-seafarer-parental-leave-rights-published-by-nautilus/Nautilus has updated its guidance on rights for maritime parents covering maternity and paternity; shared parental, and adoption leave for seafarers working on UK ships.Mon, 20 Mar 2023 17:06:02 Z2023-03-21T10:18:59Z9c3d67d0-d342-4b7e-a869-6abb465f2760https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-nautilus-cadet-hub-launched/Nautilus International has launched a new cadet hub on its website, to help maritime trainees access the support they need from the Union and find other appropriate help during their sea and college phases.Mon, 20 Mar 2023 16:33:46 Z2023-03-20T16:40:22Z730df7f8-36e3-4f70-82b9-bc89ad2bfce7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-to-target-unsafe-shipping-by-four-worst-flags/Inspectors from the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF), seafarers' unions and French port authorities will be targeting ships flagged to the Cook Islands, Palau, Sierra Leone, and Togo for safety, maintenance and seafarer welfare inspections in the coming eight weeks.Mon, 20 Mar 2023 16:32:30 Z2023-03-27T14:35:27Zf5626399-3196-4168-a55d-c0d326ccc18chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/lgbt-history-project-revived/LGBT+ seafarers are invited to take part in a Royal Museums Greenwich project, supported by Nautilus, which was previously stymied by the Covid-19 pandemic.Fri, 17 Mar 2023 14:05:18 Z2023-03-17T14:20:41Zde380eaf-0575-4148-8adc-2bd1f2d8d01ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-shortens-chief-mates-exam/The Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) has made some interim changes for chief mates’ safety exams as part of planned improvements in certification.Fri, 17 Mar 2023 11:56:30 Z2023-03-17T15:34:02Ze91e69c2-202a-4ed3-961e-1121a569b550https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-ratings-review/UK ratings are invited to share their experiences of training and career progression as part of a long-awaited review being carried out for the Maritime Skills Commission (MSC), which Nautilus has contributed to.Fri, 17 Mar 2023 10:42:35 Z2023-03-17T11:09:12Z047883d9-8022-4d55-8f74-9339ab845363https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/msa-and-red-funnel-announce-new-training-partnership/The Maritime Skills Academy (MSA) has announced a new three-year training partnership with ferry operator Red Funnel.Thu, 16 Mar 2023 14:31:05 Z2023-03-16T17:14:31Z2c145994-0a11-4f97-8899-548f4b03d55ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-demands-better-worker-protections-on-first-anniversary-of-p-and-o-ferries/Nautilus led a week of action marking the first anniversary of the P&O Ferries’ unlawful -sackings − warning other companies will exploit the same legal loopholes if the UK government continues to fail to act on its promises to close them and protect workers.Wed, 15 Mar 2023 15:13:25 Z2023-03-15T16:08:00Z6b6022a9-07df-41d2-adb1-e09897577e26https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/bevis-minter-2023/Warsash cadet Molvipa (Molly) Takhiansok has scooped the 2023 Bevis Minter Award for showing resilience and overcoming challenges during her cadetship.Fri, 10 Mar 2023 14:10:16 Z2023-03-10T17:07:29Z92e16ec6-8fd5-40a8-aeec-3c6e8fde6b16https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/unions-flag-worrying-trend-of-social-dumping-in-uk-waters/Robert Murtagh reports on seafarer statistics from the UK Department for Transport which demonstrate that companies continue to rely on overseas labourFri, 10 Mar 2023 13:05:35 Z2023-03-10T14:16:02Zfd3dfcbc-36c4-4966-8611-bd6b62360e8ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-highlights-health-hassles-at-tuc-womens-conference/Nautilus members and staff drew attention to the health challenges facing women at sea during the 2023 TUC Women's Conference held around International Women's Day.Tue, 07 Mar 2023 17:32:35 Z2023-03-09T16:14:12Z3a378ce0-62aa-4c2c-996c-fb9e6e72ffbehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/make-it-your-iwd-resolution-to-join-the-equality-and-diversity-forum/Nautilus members took part in celebrating women's contribution to the maritime workforce on International Women's Day 2023.Tue, 07 Mar 2023 16:55:14 Z2023-03-15T17:58:24Z0544ad95-de52-44f2-b40a-785cac848453https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/stcw-the-foundations-of-maritime-education/Changes are afoot in nautical studies, with new shipboard technology and training methods matched by the need for extra social support for seafarers. In the first of our special features on education and trainingTue, 07 Mar 2023 15:44:27 Z2023-05-03T15:51:20Z94db6b4a-3798-4616-9b5f-34d13cae3c4ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/marcel-van-den-broek-hearing-from-all-parts-of-the-union/Nautilus Deputy general secretary Marcel van den Broek on making use of digital forums to hear from all members in the Union.Tue, 07 Mar 2023 15:06:21 Z2024-09-10T10:40:42Zb9d4ba94-33f2-47a2-a36a-60e4ba28c0dchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-podcast-off-course-episode-4--rising-through-the-ranks-featuring-captain-susan-cloggie-holden/Episode 4 of Nautilus podcast series Off course: a sideways look at life at sea, features first female master of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA), Captain Susan Cloggie-Holden.Tue, 07 Mar 2023 12:25:19 Z2023-04-21T13:15:57Zdb390dc0-a655-4d35-bf78-0bc4068eb136https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-attends-36th-herald-of-free-enterprise-commemoration/On Sunday 5 March, Nautilus head of industrial Micky Smyth represented the Union at the yearly remembrance ceremony held to mark the anniversary of the Herald of Free Enterprise tragedy.Mon, 06 Mar 2023 17:11:58 Z2023-03-06T17:22:37Z9c7fb77d-f804-4b5b-8a74-c1858da63a05https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-future-of-renewables-jobs/Nautilus explores renewables jobs growth with Danish employer ESVAGTMon, 06 Mar 2023 16:07:29 Z2023-03-21T09:35:41Z3aa2bd2c-2fa5-4c65-93a5-b18b9a757c42https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/back-from-the-brink--the-effort-to-save-the-tug-france-hayhurst-after-its-second-sinking/A Liverpool-based historic tug is in urgent need of help if it is to remain as a living link between past and present. Jon Parkin finds out moreMon, 06 Mar 2023 10:51:25 Z2023-03-10T14:37:14Ze7348ff2-b62a-40a0-bd82-f1109d6451d3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-how-nautilus-members-can-help-set-the-agenda-in-europe/What priorities do you think the European Transport Workers' Federation should have when fighting for your rights in Europe?Fri, 03 Mar 2023 14:58:35 Z2023-04-21T17:03:55Zcb6a4766-9d1d-45b7-93f7-34f52702ecd1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/embracing-gender-equity-in-shipping-join-the-conversation/Nautilus celebrated the many strides towards equity that women in maritime have made as part of 2023's International Women's Day on 8 March.Fri, 03 Mar 2023 14:31:48 Z2023-03-11T07:00:04Ze35186f1-db61-40fe-9ffb-db5e3c659164https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/have-your-say-cast-your-vote-for-nautilus-council/Nautilus International is holding elections to its governing Council in 2023. Ballot papers will have started arriving for all members who are eligible to vote in this election.Fri, 03 Mar 2023 13:56:29 Z2025-07-10T12:07:28Z41063a07-abd0-465d-9cd5-63bdd068c34ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-making-of-a-maritime-medic/Interview with Dr Sue Stannard who took over as MCA chief medical advisor, overseeing the 'approved doctors' who assess UK seafarers on their fitness to work at sea.Fri, 03 Mar 2023 11:18:31 Z2023-03-03T12:20:04Z9b186674-6f23-4e36-9e5a-988a2e4b07d3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/getting-your-employer-onboard-with-diversity-and-inclusion/If you have been pressing your company to do better on equality, diversity and inclusion, there is now guidance available that maritime employers around the world can't ignore.Thu, 02 Mar 2023 17:14:48 Z2023-03-02T17:39:50Z449adf85-0708-49f5-8072-4d0cfcc9c328https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/brexit-feature/On 31 January 2023 the UK marked the third anniversary of leaving the European Union. Has anything been gained for the shipping industry and the maritime professionals who underpin it – and what has been lost?Thu, 02 Mar 2023 16:53:18 Z2025-09-17T08:50:27Zd86f758b-f0ff-4620-a31f-c73e921e483fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/battle-of-the-atlantic-80th-anniversary/The bravery and resilience of Merchant Navy seafarers will be honoured in May 2023 during a weekend of UK events planned for the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Atlantic.Thu, 02 Mar 2023 12:13:46 Z2023-05-23T12:18:06Z0e6c7695-046b-45f8-ada9-1d0f001778edhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-salvors-honoured-with-shipwreck-stamp-set/The Isle of Man authorities have issued a set of commemorative stamps highlighting significant shipwrecks off the Manx coast – many of which led to the loss of lives in the local maritime community.Thu, 02 Mar 2023 11:49:52 Z2023-03-02T11:57:46Z46e51283-72d0-4c30-befb-f89a0fb5b13ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/focus-on-mariners-park-around-the-grounds/Spring has arrived at Mariners' Park, the Merseyside retirement estate run by the Nautilus Welfare Fund charity – writes Jon Parkin. The gardening team have been hard at work getting the grounds ready for warmer days, so it's the perfect time for a tour.Thu, 02 Mar 2023 11:11:20 Z2023-03-11T06:48:19Z2967a6b4-7af3-44c4-a9f1-5cd27f8fb58dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-katie-higginbottom-head-of-the-itf-seafarers-trust/Nautilus Maritime Charity Column guest writer Katie Higginbottom, head of the ITF Seafarers' Trust discusses her visit to Ukraine.Wed, 01 Mar 2023 09:24:00 Z2023-12-06T10:25:24Z7c102bf3-747b-4c07-a7d7-d78180bdeb1chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/your-questions-answered-medical-rights/Legal medical rights Q&A on ENG1 for crewMon, 27 Feb 2023 13:22:32 Z2023-04-18T10:45:03Zc6f09d4f-223a-4407-b67f-884684384278https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/stowaways-how-to-avoid-criminalisation/Nautilus is asking members to be aware of the legal implications of stowaways onboard, as assisting them can pose a risk of criminalisation for crew.Mon, 27 Feb 2023 12:56:44 Z2023-02-27T13:28:56Z0a435d97-f606-4ecd-a487-9bc0c83e7271https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-legal-implications-of-anti-strike-laws/Nautilus International has been campaigning against the UK government's proposed anti-strike legislation. Director of legal services Charles Boyle explains why the Bill would be a disaster for our membersMon, 27 Feb 2023 12:02:24 Z2023-02-27T13:29:29Zb3f211af-94a6-4e07-924e-72a87ce56d10https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/want-better-internet-at-sea/Nautilus members are invited to help shape the future of connectivity at sea by taking part in a consultation with the Department for Transport (DfT).Fri, 24 Feb 2023 12:40:00 Z2023-02-24T15:12:59Z4863463e-81da-4e47-a568-b6ec30d86de3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-roadshows-for-girls-revival/A series of maritime roadshows for girls to encourage more interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) subjects in schools has been revived by Maritime UK.Fri, 24 Feb 2023 09:14:18 Z2023-02-24T16:39:51Z6db0a624-487a-4eac-b513-708aa00e8083https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/join-in-as-pride-in-maritime-day-celebrates-second-year/Nautilus members are encouraged to join in the second Pride in Maritime Day by attending a special industry event to discuss the experiences and visibility of the LGBT+ community and ways to increase allyship across the maritime sector.Thu, 23 Feb 2023 16:32:55 Z2023-03-11T07:06:53Zb0ce4898-2912-4145-8bc2-aa2c08159b1ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-seafarers-trust-reaffirms-support-for-ukrainian-seafarers/The ITF Seafarers' Trust has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Ukrainian seafarers, maritime workers and their families as the war entered its second year.Wed, 22 Feb 2023 17:19:00 Z2023-02-22T17:28:41Z088288f9-dc2b-42c0-9aee-8b37d464cf4ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-chaplain-ship-visits-resume-in-ukraine/Regular ship visits have been resumed by maritime chaplains in the in the war-torn Ukrainian port of Odesa, after almost a year of not being able to do so due to safety concerns.Mon, 20 Feb 2023 17:22:25 Z2023-02-20T17:30:58Z0a9a7671-ef5c-4a8a-9921-aadfa37ad9d2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-members-heart-their-union/During Heart Unions Week 2023, Nautilus let its members do the talking on why belonging to the Union matters to them.Thu, 16 Feb 2023 16:15:23 Z2024-02-05T13:00:23Z1cb8c52a-5688-4d94-8c32-95901bcd09afhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/turkey-syria-earthquake-maritime-unions-deliver-emergency-aid-to-seafarers-families/Seafarers' families impacted by the catastrophic earthquakes in Turkey and Syria have received £50,000 in emergency aid from the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) and its maritime affiliates, via the ITF Seafarers' Trust.Thu, 16 Feb 2023 16:00:17 Z2023-02-23T09:22:00Z5667a6ff-3daf-49ea-8f1f-3d130a538f3fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-hosts-tuc-general-secretary-during-heart-unions-week/Trade Unions Congress (TUC) general secretary Paul Nowak visited Nautilus's head office and retirement complex at Mariners' Park, as Heart Unions Week kicked off.Wed, 15 Feb 2023 09:19:58 Z2023-02-15T11:06:15Z6e44c7ad-62b4-419f-a09d-726526902397https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/rivercruise-report-the-ongoing-threat-of-sexual-harassment-onboard/A European female rivercruise crew member who worked in the onboard hotel, restaurant and catering (‘Horeca’) sector, has described the distressing level of sustained sexual harrassment she faced on her first voyage.Fri, 10 Feb 2023 16:33:16 Z2023-06-27T14:17:44Zd7161b68-67ba-4b02-b069-f2ad18ffb4c6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-wages-bill-positive-step-but-wont-close-loopholes-exploited-by-p-and-o-ferries/The UK government is yet to close the legal loopholes that allowed P&O Ferries and its chief executive Peter Hebblethwaite to run roughshod over employment rights and led to the sacking of 786 seafarers last year.Fri, 10 Feb 2023 10:45:51 Z2023-02-10T12:29:37Z4210f319-a5f9-4a8c-ac24-8c05a4a93b4ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nicky-boak-on-starting-a-cadetship-in-your-30s-trombones-and-hoping-to-sail-the-northwest-passage/Committed trade unionist Nicky Boak first went to sea on survey ships as a geologist, and then took the decision to embrace a full-time maritime career.Fri, 03 Feb 2023 14:32:35 Z2024-04-18T11:46:33Zd54267da-40d1-44a0-b8a0-636cc8ac72bchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-uk-government-reveals-anti-fire-and-rehire-plan/The UK government has finally revealed its plans to deal with 'fire and rehire' tactics, which it promised to crack down on following the P&O Ferries crisis.Fri, 03 Feb 2023 09:30:13 Z2023-02-03T11:23:05Z714297af-58eb-4ef5-907e-9def0c45bbfchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-marches-against-anti-union-legislation/On Wednesday 1 February Nautilus International joined thousands of people across the UK as part of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) 'Day of Action' protesting against the government's proposed anti-strike legislation.Thu, 02 Feb 2023 17:14:49 Z2023-02-02T17:21:20Zd36ff79f-1ea9-40d4-b258-c2755b1e0e85https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-happiness-barometer-shows-sustained-recovery-from-covid-19-shore-leave-crisis/Global crew happiness is experiencing a sustained positive recovery according to the latest shipping industry barometer of sentiment at sea.Tue, 31 Jan 2023 12:27:22 Z2023-05-16T15:23:47Zf79adc1d-4a5b-4858-b84c-948c78984c1ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/share-your-views-with-government-on-the-future-of-cadet-training/Nautilus is encouraging members to influence seafarer training for the better, by responding to a new consultation on the future of cadetships.Fri, 27 Jan 2023 10:00:08 Z2023-03-20T16:16:30Zd3f6c6f6-fa81-4fea-ba71-b0c5beb4d7adhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/off-course-podcast-episode-3-dr-tom-stoffregen/Do you experience sea-sickness? Want to know how to counteract its symptoms? Then episode 3 of Nautilus podcast series Off Course is for you!Fri, 20 Jan 2023 00:00:00 Z2023-02-06T11:46:15Z3fe8eaf4-21fa-4dd2-90cf-0c34aa244c66https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/gs-comment-january-2023/Nautilus general secretary comment: A new year provides an opportunity to regroup, recharge and build for the futureThu, 19 Jan 2023 12:32:00 Z2023-01-19T13:20:25Z6d20ec0c-b224-4764-b050-257b45c87e16https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/increase-in-unpaid-wages-and-unfair-dismissal-calls-to-nautilus-emergency-helpline/Unpaid wages, unfair dismissal and cases of abuse or bullying reported to the Union's emergency round the clock helpline (Nautilus 24/7) rose greatly in 2022.Wed, 18 Jan 2023 14:27:26 Z2025-01-14T14:25:35Z8f92f069-9f50-4fef-b890-80a04d6d84b0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/a-new-record-nautilus-recovers-more-than-2.75-million-for-yacht-crew/Nautilus International recovered a record amount of money for members in the yacht sector during 2022: more than £2.75 million in unpaid wages and benefits.Tue, 17 Jan 2023 14:30:00 Z2023-12-29T12:54:25Za5c4d1fc-b46d-425c-9107-1c22e5d5286ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/italy-d-visa-update-some-embassies-rejecting-yacht-crew-applications/Nautilus members in the yacht sector seeking a new Italian visa are advised to check in advance whether the embassy they are applying to will accept their application.Mon, 16 Jan 2023 15:20:50 Z2023-01-16T15:38:37Z4bee020a-fd68-4f04-a3ce-34cdd6d4a860https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/outside-the-box-christmas-negotiations-enhance-vwh-spliethoff-cba-result/On December 22, 2022, in Almere, Nautilus lay reps campaigned for a wage increase at the sixth round of VWH/Spliethoff collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations.Thu, 12 Jan 2023 16:22:04 Z2023-01-12T16:30:54Ze745cb41-ffcb-48e6-817e-3af867411446https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/help-shape-the-future-of-connectivity/Nautilus members are invited to help shape the future of connectivity at sea, by taking part in a consultation with the Department for Transport (DfT).Thu, 12 Jan 2023 15:16:18 Z2023-01-31T13:02:01Ze701aae4-6024-4ff8-b053-3cfa14026e1bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/free-will-writing-service-for-members-moves-to-new-platform/Nautilus is informing members about a change to the free online will writing service, which is offered as a benefit of Union membership.Thu, 12 Jan 2023 12:38:16 Z2023-01-27T12:31:08Z165cc32c-c5ec-4a86-8aca-08891fba3ce7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-women-invited-to-demand-better-at-tuc-conference/Nautilus female members are encouraged to join the Nautilus delegation to the 2023 Trades Union Congress (TUC) Women’s Conference.Wed, 11 Jan 2023 09:23:14 Z2023-01-12T16:38:44Zedef906a-f35d-4216-bcc7-be5c2120e460https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/make-diversity-dates-with-maritime-uk/Nautilus members are encouraged to share their views and connect with like-minded colleagues at Maritime UK's upcoming cross-industry diversity network meetings for 2023.Wed, 11 Jan 2023 09:05:58 Z2023-01-11T09:42:45Zbb6cd4a0-3468-4a66-85f3-54bc0140b07ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-gives-evidence-on-scottish-ferry-services/Nautilus gave evidence to an enquiry into ferry services in Scotland, which was held by the Scottish Parliament’s Net Zero, Energy and Transport Committee.Tue, 10 Jan 2023 15:00:04 Z2023-01-10T15:12:31Zb1d9a8ac-b817-4c0f-8f68-f080fb9fe513https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/money-management-for-mariners/Special report: how Nautilus can help increase your pay, save you money, complete your tax returns, support your studies and plan for retirement.Tue, 10 Jan 2023 12:32:00 Z2023-01-19T16:42:18Z94e3e0ab-9416-49c3-9d13-379cb74c863chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/increasing-income-how-nautilus-and-its-registered-charity-help-seafarers/Nautilus special report on how the Union works to put more money in seafarers' pockets.Tue, 10 Jan 2023 12:31:00 Z2023-01-19T16:42:34Z63ebe15d-8666-4fc5-bc35-bcc49f752f25https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/talking-taxes-how-nautilus-helps-members-navigate-the-tricky-waters-of-income-tax/Nautilus special report: Tax affairs can be complex for seafarers – and if you get things wrong, the consequences can be financially devastating.Tue, 10 Jan 2023 12:29:00 Z2023-01-16T11:28:46Z894157f0-288f-4e98-b6ec-add21fdbd4bdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/supporting-students-how-nautilus-is-working-to-help-cadet-members-through-the-cost-of-living-crisis/A Nautilus survey has uncovered hidden debt problems among officer trainees, and the Union is looking at how it can helpTue, 10 Jan 2023 12:28:00 Z2023-01-31T16:59:19Z52339b42-36cd-4bf8-9583-ff06674ac823https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/planning-pensions-how-nautilus-helps-members-look-forward-to-a-secure-retirement/Nautilus special report: Nautilus and its predecessor unions have a long history of working with employers and pension providers to ensure seafarers get the retirement income they deserve.Tue, 10 Jan 2023 12:25:00 Z2026-03-13T09:55:32Zf03e28c2-0bd6-4357-a512-156534060df0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/coping-with-addiction/Coping with addiction during the cost of living crisisTue, 10 Jan 2023 12:24:00 Z2023-01-19T16:41:40Zca700537-8e68-4315-983b-dc1f2a5b775dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/imo-update-marine-environment-protection-committee/Nautilus report on the 79th session of IMO MEPC held on 12-16 December 2022.Mon, 09 Jan 2023 16:21:37 Z2023-01-09T16:26:33Zc760383f-f081-4f80-98e0-34f7460b22dbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/david-appleton-tackling-problems-and-moving-forward/Nautilus head of professional and technical David Appleton on the difference a year makes from pandemic restriction problems tackled to moving forward in 2023.Mon, 09 Jan 2023 16:12:58 Z2023-01-09T16:31:18Zc5925d18-a0da-4df6-8e05-823f5422ff24https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/imo-update-maritime-safety-committee/Nautilus focused on the development of a draft code for the regulation of Marine Autonomous Surface Ships at the 106th session of the IMO Maritime Safety Committee.Mon, 09 Jan 2023 15:33:02 Z2023-01-09T16:29:53Zd81c2066-c3e4-4d8c-be2f-0fdaaf721330https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-chair-of-major-seafaring-charity-alliance-welcomed-by-nautilus/Nautilus has welcomed the appointment of a new chair to the Maritime Charities Group (MCG), Tim Slingsby of Lloyd's Register Foundation (LRF).Mon, 09 Jan 2023 12:13:48 Z2023-02-20T17:42:26Z016f45fe-f5c4-420f-8ca7-d70a19cb0104https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-blocks-attack-on-dutch-employment-law/In October and November 2022, Nautilus asked its members in an urgent newsletter to act against a proposed reduction of the nationality requirement for captains.Thu, 05 Jan 2023 10:49:04 Z2023-01-05T10:55:55Ze91bb0d7-cbb5-4015-bed2-8b2abfe2e57bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-to-tackle-oral-exam-backlog/Priority system put in place for extra exam slots on offerWed, 04 Jan 2023 10:54:24 Z2023-01-17T10:39:42Z7f4f958b-e55e-4c44-a764-3b37ec95458bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-a-financial-safety-net-for-seafarers-by-the-seafarers-charity-ceo-deborah-layde/As the cost of living crisis increases the costs of basic essentials such as food and heating, it has never been more important to make good financial choices.Wed, 04 Jan 2023 10:46:00 Z2023-12-06T10:25:49Za6b83600-43ba-4488-a090-e76aae308828https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/tim-slingsby-of-lloyds-register-foundation-becomes-new-maritime-charities-group-chair/The Maritime Charities Group (MCG) has announced that Tim Slingsby, Director of Skills and Education at Lloyd’s Register Foundation (LRF) will be its new Chair following the retirement of Commander Graham Hockley LVO RN.Wed, 04 Jan 2023 10:42:05 Z2023-01-30T08:58:54Z1c15fbb2-5ee7-4c48-aa25-af9cca73fa9dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/exceptional-service-in-maritime-recognised-in-2023-new-year-honours/British maritime charity and Merchant Navy business leaders were recognised for exceptional service in the King's first New Year Honours list for 2023.Tue, 03 Jan 2023 16:58:21 Z2023-01-03T17:17:27Zc86002af-e2a8-492d-9633-c3a4f61bd80fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-raises-key-concerns-in-first-meeting-with-new-maritime-minister/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson has discussed skills, maritime jobs, and government action following the P&O Ferries crisis in his first meeting with new maritime minister Baroness Vere.Tue, 03 Jan 2023 16:02:37 Z2023-01-03T16:22:05Z8a11e716-8e68-4df7-b319-c78d591c7966https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-scheme-underway-to-improve-onboard-crime-reporting/A UK project aimed at countering sexual attacks at sea and improving the reporting ofonboard crime is being supported by Nautilus International.Fri, 30 Dec 2022 11:00:30 Z2024-02-09T10:58:17Z509ecace-2ded-4def-aa18-11056ecb166ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wanted-volunteers-to-maintain-historic-tug-brocklebank/Nautilus member Clive Evans volunteers to maintain the tug Brocklebank – which is one of more than 1,800 vessels registered with National Historic Ships UK – and he needs some help.Thu, 29 Dec 2022 11:37:43 Z2022-12-29T12:17:32Za16df2fc-513b-4c70-b5b0-b2a71b948931https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mps-express-concerns-as-seafarers-wages-bill-moves-through-parliament/The Seafarers’ Wages Bill has gone through its second reading in the House of Commons, bringing it one step closer to becoming law.Wed, 21 Dec 2022 12:31:08 Z2023-02-09T16:15:59Zc803b69b-9d9d-4b35-8e57-9f3456722d6ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/tough-day-onboard-carry-on-laughing/Dutch member Rudolf Roozendaal says it’s crucial to have a sense of humour, as well as a fair amount of patience, while working at seaWed, 21 Dec 2022 12:12:32 Z2022-12-21T12:19:33Z6ca6d07b-dba9-48da-88d4-cb1bf8559672https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/report-into-australian-container-loss-highlights-deteriorating-deck-structure-and-fittings/Failures by key agencies and authorities to detect the deteriorating condition of a ship’s deck structure and fittings have been identified in an investigation of the loss of 50 containers in heavy weather off the Australian coast.Tue, 20 Dec 2022 12:21:01 Z2022-12-20T12:24:02Za9f2ac40-33ee-4ae4-bc84-4de85fac0659https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/iswan-to-improve-high-priority-welfare-support/The International Seafarers' Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) has committed to an increased focus on using data collected via its core helplines SeafarerHelp and Yacht Crew Help to provide better insight to the maritime sector about high-priority welfare issues.Fri, 16 Dec 2022 12:40:54 Z2024-11-19T20:35:30Z5f37ac8e-e657-4c84-bd25-d7c6e84f8a62https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-flags-doubts-over-rfa-ship-design/Nautilus has made representations to the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) expressing members’ concerns about the military-style design for its three newbuild Fleet Solid Support ships.Fri, 16 Dec 2022 12:30:33 Z2022-12-16T12:39:19Zae799a15-9689-4323-95a5-e54e74b54174https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/10m-investment-in-seafarer-welfare-over-three-years-as-the-seafarers-charity-steps-up-to-global-crises/Grants funding service The Seafarers' Charity has awarded £10m to support the safety and welfare of seafarers over the past three years, according to its latest impact report.Fri, 16 Dec 2022 10:23:35 Z2022-12-16T10:49:49Zd691f80d-df3b-4655-a9d1-dfbc42c068cfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ever-forward-investigation-report-spotlights-communication-issues/Following an investigation into the grounding of an Evergreen containership earlier this year, the US Coast Guard (USCG) has warned of the critical importance of communications between bridge teams and pilots.Thu, 15 Dec 2022 16:22:53 Z2022-12-15T16:45:44Zb871b2e4-3ba1-41d0-85d8-45e2df6dc69dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/getting-down-to-business-the-official-part-of-the-nautilus-international-uk-branch-conference/As the Nautilus UK Branch Conference got down to business in November 2022, members voted unanimously in favour of the motions on 'fair ferries', an end to the Offshore Wind Workers Concession, and to defend the right to strike. Sarah Robinson reportsThu, 15 Dec 2022 13:16:18 Z2022-12-27T18:28:42Z553da613-3e8a-4409-83f4-1970351bdbd7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/focus-on-mariners-park-nautilus-caseworkers-heading-for-another-record/Nautilus caseworkers have continued to ensure mariners are getting the benefits and grants they are entitled to – helping generate nearly £1m for 563 mariners in the first three quarters of 2022 aloneWed, 14 Dec 2022 18:14:46 Z2022-12-15T09:18:50Z6ad517ec-4d47-41dd-bd8d-361c242e333ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/great-times-on-the-great-britain-the-2022-nautilus-uk-branch-conference-dinner/The highlight of the Nautilus UK Branch Conference was a dinner in the First Class Dining Saloon onboard Brunel’s SS Great Britain, a splendid historic ship once admired by Queen VictoriaTue, 13 Dec 2022 17:16:43 Z2023-09-04T10:21:50Z5e2c3b63-6eac-4cc4-b6f9-596f7aaa2629https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/taking-the-message-to-the-troops--nautilus-rallies-members-behind-the-just-transition/Nautilus rallies members behind the Just Transition campaign for maritime decarbonisation at the Nautilus UK 2022 Branch Conference and Symposium.Tue, 13 Dec 2022 16:39:29 Z2023-12-04T13:41:47Zf7b1559e-5329-4b67-a3db-25c801c0d249https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/offshore-wind-workers-concession-the-fight-goes-on/Nautilus's political campaign against the UK government's Offshore Wind Workers Concession continuesTue, 13 Dec 2022 15:28:07 Z2022-12-13T15:52:01Z68bbc51a-e279-4456-b029-bfa09812c1dahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/opt-in-to-herald-inclusivity-at-rfa/Nautilus members working for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) can now opt into a new inclusivity group, Herald, which will work to champion change across the service.Tue, 13 Dec 2022 14:44:09 Z2022-12-13T15:18:57Ze32e970d-35ff-4d7f-9429-8937510ff729https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/enclosed-space-death-highlights-need-for-improved-safety-signage/Concerns about the lack of standardised signage to warn seafarers about the dangers of enclosed spaces have been raised in a report on the death of an AB in a cargo hold earlier this year.Tue, 13 Dec 2022 13:06:22 Z2022-12-13T13:09:31Z7e601f20-a61f-4887-9ae8-ec4fbb8993eahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/officers-fall-from-arklow-clan-cargoship-brings-flag-and-port-state-surveys-in-question/An investigation into an officer's potentially fatal fall from a general cargoship in the port of Aberdeen has raised concerns over the failure of flag state, port state control and the classification society to spot safety shortcomings.Tue, 13 Dec 2022 11:59:19 Z2022-12-14T15:39:07Z6df25e5f-d333-4b24-89e2-5a5edab2d899https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ship-welfare-visitor-jun-ranario-on-how-german-cooking-got-him-into-a-maritime-career-and-his-deep-commitment-to-seafarer-welfare/Jun Ranario found his way into maritime as a necessity to support his family, but now has a deep commitment to seafarer welfare as a ship welfare visitor for the Liverpool Seafarers' Centre.Mon, 12 Dec 2022 12:43:18 Z2022-12-12T14:25:58Z41dea229-9ad3-40a6-8328-b08414099420https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shift-in-publics-attitude-to-seafarers-picked-up-in-second-maritime-barometer-survey/To celebrate the vibrancy of the maritime industry, Nautilus International commissioned a second survey of 2,000 UK residents in July 2022.Wed, 07 Dec 2022 15:48:15 Z2022-12-07T16:55:16Z7fb40996-bfb1-4762-adb8-efed40f2c3c1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/getting-smarter-on-attracting-and-retaining-a-diverse-maritime-workforce/Nautilus officials and members have taken part in a conference which presented the outcomes of a twin-pronged European project aimed both at attracting more women and underrepresented groups into the maritime industry and investing in digital transitions.Tue, 06 Dec 2022 16:19:08 Z2022-12-06T16:56:47Z2af1ed13-b99a-47ba-9094-e3c5cfef0875https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-members-honoured-at-merchant-navy-medal-ceremony/Nautilus members were among those presented with British shipping’s highest honour, the Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service, at a ceremony held on 22 November 2022 at Trinity House.Fri, 02 Dec 2022 16:58:19 Z2022-12-09T13:04:47Zea2f8e83-612a-4edd-bbb9-159281bd5e14https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pando-ferries-boss-officially-worlds-worst-employer/P&O Ferries' CEO Peter Hebblethwaite has been named as the Worst Boss in the World at a gathering of nearly 1,000 trade unionists from around the world.Thu, 01 Dec 2022 16:45:24 Z2022-12-01T16:51:24Zecc36ef9-ebed-413b-8ef3-56a9e5e8c905https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cop27-itf-condemns-exclusion-of-workers/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) has condemned backtracking on commitments to workers at the COP27 climate summit, held in November at Sharm-el-Sheikh, Egypt.Thu, 01 Dec 2022 15:46:03 Z2022-12-01T16:22:22Zd97b978e-38ec-4d71-844b-788e8e2d6447https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-manning-rules-being-considered-for-vessels-working-european-waterways/Nautilus members working in inland navigation are being asked for their views on new manning rules being developed for the entire European waterway network.Wed, 30 Nov 2022 16:46:07 Z2022-11-30T17:16:00Z3bd8869d-5f6b-4b87-bb74-03f2e961d16ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-accidental-seafarer/In this latest Nautilus webinar for the Sea to City series, we hear from Tim Howse, vice president of Industry Liaison at P&I Club Gard, about how a 15-year-old cadet rose to the top of the global P&I industry.Mon, 28 Nov 2022 17:35:13 Z2023-11-15T13:35:58Zb99779af-d34a-4d17-9abd-2e3a8698c71bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/off-course-podcast-episode-2-sanjam-sahi-gupta/Influential woman in shipping and trailblazer for diversity Sanjam Sahi Gupta talks about the thorny issue of gender representation in Episode 2 of Nautilus podcast series Off Course: a sideways look at life at sea.Mon, 28 Nov 2022 16:59:56 Z2023-01-26T14:39:02Zad6717e6-4f72-4506-a9dd-134863fcc9afhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/outstanding-historic-vessel-volunteers-recognised-in-uk-awards/The maritime volunteers in who keep the UK historic fleet alive have been celebrated at the 2022 National Historic Ships UK awards.Fri, 25 Nov 2022 14:31:51 Z2022-12-29T12:08:54Z87a140b9-1575-402e-896a-41f5f5380739https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/fundamentals-of-a-decarbonised-maritime-industry-addressed-at-nautilus-uk-branch-conference-and-symposium/After two years of enforced separation during a global pandemic, Nautilus International was pleased to welcome a good turnout of members for its first hybrid face-to-face and online UK Branch Conference since Covid-19 restrictions lifted.Fri, 25 Nov 2022 11:40:01 Z2022-12-14T12:38:23Z1bbab326-4fc1-4409-b4a0-268a37cbcecbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/words-matter/Nautilus general secretary comment: Shipowners who committed to continuous improvement under the Maritime Labour Convention must be good to their wordMon, 21 Nov 2022 14:32:00 Z2023-01-19T13:25:19Z0857f8cf-069f-44c1-832e-9f70e29e9371https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-visa-procedure-for-non-eu-yacht-crew-in-italy/Nautilus would like to make UK nationals and other non-EU members in the yacht sector aware that they can now apply for a long-term entry visa (D) when travelling to Italy for work, thanks to new legislation.Mon, 21 Nov 2022 10:48:47 Z2023-12-29T12:55:01Ze2bbe273-348d-4c93-b7b7-55a9c8dbab51https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/redundancy-and-retraining-scheme-helps-seafarers-rebound-from-covid-19/A Maritime Charities Group (MCG) Covid-19 Redundancy and Retraining Bursary Fund – supported in part by the Nautilus Slater Fund – has been a success in helping seafarers who were impacted by the pandemic get back to work.Tue, 15 Nov 2022 17:19:29 Z2022-11-15T17:41:46Z6461468b-adf5-430e-9c8a-96a51fbc50d3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/inspiring-maritime-ambassadors-sought/More maritime ambassadors are sought for a UK programme to inspire young people to consider a seafaring career.Tue, 15 Nov 2022 16:22:24 Z2022-11-15T17:10:14Zcb9c0150-81dd-4bc9-b027-b52b706d733ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-forum-that-goes-from-strength-to-strength/Another interesting and informative session of the Professional and Technical Forum was held in October 2022, which once again demonstrated the value of getting members together on a regular basis to share their views and expertise on important maritime matters.Tue, 15 Nov 2022 15:31:40 Z2022-11-16T19:58:07Zdb501dea-a302-49f0-a173-a02413e931a4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-delivers-london-living-wage-for-members-with-ubtc/Members with Uber Boat by Thames Clippers (UBTC) have received a welcome pay increase of around 14% for some to help them during the cost-of-living crisis.Tue, 15 Nov 2022 14:45:07 Z2022-11-15T14:54:39Zbf13f79f-9be9-421a-9e69-afe9442233d1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/we-will-remember-them/A selection of images from the weekend of 11-13 November 2022, as Nautilus members and staff represented the Merchant Navy at remembrance ceremonies around the UK and beyond.Mon, 14 Nov 2022 14:22:39 Z2022-11-14T16:07:24Zee8cecbb-3ab4-4943-9dfd-b315fa1d1f95https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pay-uplift-for-manx-sea-transport-employees/Nautilus International members employed by Manx Sea Transport (Guernsey) have secured a pay rise of 6%Mon, 14 Nov 2022 11:20:53 Z2022-11-14T11:36:16Z36f75fa3-d296-48fe-a81b-9759f7c48821https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/publications/mcg-covid-19-redundancy-and-retraining-bursary-fund-final-report/The MCG Covid-19 Redundancy and Retraining Bursary Fund was launched in November 2020 to help seafarers who had been made redundant or lost work due to Covid with help towards the cost of training to stay in the industry.Mon, 14 Nov 2022 10:54:45 Z2023-11-05T10:30:00Z509eac44-c77c-4988-abb6-3734b854455chttps://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/mcg-covid-19-redundancy-and-retraining-bursary-fund-was-a-resounding-success/The report of the MCG Redundancy and Retraining Bursary Fund, published today, shows that in total 105 seafarers who lost work due to Covid-19 were granted help with the cost of training. At least half of them have secured another job in maritime.Mon, 14 Nov 2022 10:21:46 Z2022-11-14T12:48:51Z442654d8-3c69-4729-9ed6-9ce9d1ffeaaehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/merchant-navy-seafarers-remembered-on-armistice-day-at-nautilus-mariners-park/Retired mariners, families and staff at Nautilus Mariners' Park in Wallasey held a special service commemorating Merchant Navy seafarers beside the Atlantic Stone on Friday 11 November 2022 to mark Armistice Day.Fri, 11 Nov 2022 14:45:48 Z2022-11-14T15:58:42Z04f60a65-32f9-4e2c-bcf8-851ada1f2163https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-wins-regional-deal-of-the-year-for-multi-million-investment-in-mariners-park/Nautilus International has won Regional Deal of the Year at the Mersey Maritime Industry Awards 2022.Fri, 11 Nov 2022 14:12:24 Z2022-11-11T20:36:14Zb78d64a8-aa25-471a-a166-a5eac1257fc3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-recognised-for-bravery-at-sea/Seafarers have been recognised for their bravery at the recent Admiral of the Ocean Sea (AOTOS) awards.Wed, 09 Nov 2022 16:00:36 Z2022-11-10T15:32:12Zd4418c44-2d68-473d-ac26-fd740c8cb908https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/action-plan-for-a-just-transition-to-green-shipping-launched-at-cop27/UN organisations, shipowners and trade unions have come together at the COP27 climate summit in Egypt to launch a decarbonization action plan for the global seafaring workforce.Wed, 09 Nov 2022 15:51:39 Z2025-06-06T12:35:20Z79b9b310-3214-4f7a-b261-d74a2ec7eae2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-grant-maker-100-days-in-the-life-of-new-ceo-at-the-seafarers-charity-deborah-layde/New CEO for maritime grants funder The Seafarers' Charity Deborah Layde was no stranger to the containerload of vital seafarer funding needs which sailed onto her horizon in her first 100 days of office.Tue, 08 Nov 2022 17:17:04 Z2022-11-15T10:37:35Z3a44c04f-8bfc-4961-8fb8-73047ea8d664https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/evergreen-still-denying-seatime-for-cadets/Nautilus is continuing to fight for cadets with Evergreen, who are being denied sea time by the company and have therefore seen their cadetships extended.Tue, 08 Nov 2022 14:17:00 Z2022-11-14T16:49:24Z226b26f6-87da-46bd-9650-e73519e3c785https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-presents-most-socially-minded-student-award-at-harlingen-maritime-academy/Every year Nautilus International awards a prize for the 'most socially minded student' during the graduation ceremony of the Maritime Academy in Harlingen. This year's lucky winner was Willem van Zanten.Tue, 08 Nov 2022 13:15:36 Z2022-11-09T17:01:16Ze473cd8d-db4d-4d55-a606-62ebe6d51095https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/stcw-marking-in-question/Nautilus members have been raising concerns about one of the UK's higher-level STCW officer exams.Mon, 07 Nov 2022 16:02:07 Z2022-11-12T13:08:30Z0788e54c-6fee-4d5c-b6db-9ff859c3bae8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-condemns-last-minute-renewal-of-wind-worker-visa-scheme/Nautilus International and the RMT have jointly written to Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick after the Offshore Wind Workers Concession (OWWC) was extended until 30 April 2023 – the sixth time it has been prolonged.Mon, 07 Nov 2022 15:05:00 Z2022-11-07T15:16:03Z05f54c54-b98d-42d4-a22b-b2f945265212https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/international-ignition-of-a-just-transition-to-greener-shipping/The International Maritime Organization's second symposium on low and zero carbon fuels had a general lack of focus on front-line workers, but there were still some highlights for seafarers.Mon, 07 Nov 2022 12:26:53 Z2022-12-01T16:23:22Z022fe678-3b04-4bf0-b489-fc3c336778cchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/words-into-actions-are-green-maritime-pledges-being-kept/One year on from the global environment summit COP26, what's been happening in shipping? Are we going greener, or was it all just 'blah blah blah'?Fri, 04 Nov 2022 17:40:35 Z2022-12-01T16:25:16Z865096a3-ee3b-4ada-9f83-f0528d087d1chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/building-a-maritime-future-a-secondary-school-steps-up/Nautilus feature on a remarkable project that has helped to reinvigorate a struggling secondary school by putting the UK maritime industry at the heart of learning.Fri, 04 Nov 2022 16:19:41 Z2022-11-04T17:21:27Z0f736b62-5ad9-4d38-bf97-bf865036f3a3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-achieves-significant-pay-uplift-for-members-with-caledonian-macbrayne/Nautilus International has achieved a 7.2% pay uplift for members working at Scottish ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) during the latest round of negotiations with the company.Fri, 04 Nov 2022 16:09:59 Z2022-11-04T16:15:02Z5947fd8e-c3b7-48e1-a66e-309eb175a4a5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/what-issues-are-you-facing-tell-the-itf/The International Transport Workers’ Federation has launched its Maritime Workers’ Survey, an opportunity for seafarers, stevedores and other maritime professionals to have a say on the big issues facing the industry.Fri, 04 Nov 2022 09:25:15 Z2022-11-04T09:44:03Zfe93e29f-e89a-4c98-80d5-c128aaeb9272https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/want-to-work-in-pi-find-out-more-at-nautilus-sea-to-city-webinar/Registration is now open for Nautilus International's third Sea to City webinar on maritime insurance.Thu, 03 Nov 2022 16:52:42 Z2022-11-16T12:04:21Zeb415272-6bdf-4d68-8dc6-5ee894bf12cdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fighting-against-inflation/In the summer of 2022, we started the process of negotiating a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) for merchant shipping (VWH), much like we did for the new CBA at shipping company Spliethoff.Thu, 03 Nov 2022 12:50:11 Z2022-11-07T16:24:48Zd43734b4-cc61-4cf8-afc0-30543f2fc863https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/sailing-with-satisfaction-and-mental-health-what-does-nautilus-do/The issue of mental health featured prominently in a recent survey of members from Nautilus' Netherlands branch, with some feeling dissatisfied with elements of their work.Thu, 03 Nov 2022 12:29:00 Z2022-11-07T16:24:12Z5098f2e9-4199-46ce-be66-b85cd8028e85https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/coming-up-at-christmas/Maritime charities are gearing up for a welcome post-pandemic return to face to face maritime Christmas carols and other much appreciated fundraising activities for supporting seafarers during the festive season.Tue, 01 Nov 2022 17:48:18 Z2022-11-11T10:36:16Z6ecf6fbb-ce59-48e0-ab54-a9e281cbf3f9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/christmas-at-sea/More than 4,000 seafarers can count on an annual present from Dutch maritime charity Comité Kerstfeest op Zee (Christmas at Sea), which is celebrating its 75th anniversary of bringing Christmas gift boxes onboard for crew working for Dutch shipping companies.Tue, 01 Nov 2022 17:20:29 Z2022-11-02T12:25:27Z534dd8c2-0045-440e-b67a-e7faef16b700https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-seafarer-festive-thank-you/A Nautilus member has revealed how a chance meeting brought him face to face with a woolly hat knitter – one of the many welcome gifts seafarers often receive at Christmas via maritime charities with contributions from generous but anonymous donors.Tue, 01 Nov 2022 16:43:16 Z2022-11-02T11:01:06Zcb5ceae3-9e4a-42a9-a18d-ad1aeb50542ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/uk-workers-face-a-legislative-threat-to-their-rights/Nautilus director of legal services Charles Boyle discusses the impact of new legislation which may affect employment protections brought in while the UK was part of the European UnionTue, 01 Nov 2022 15:29:26 Z2022-11-01T15:47:27Za1beea63-50b9-46e2-a002-d4ed26ff139bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/dutch-legal-column-nautilus-lawyer-concludes-20-year-union-career/Nautilus lawyer in the Netherlands Mieke den Hollander says farewell to members after a long career with the Union.Tue, 01 Nov 2022 14:02:30 Z2022-11-01T14:14:07Z7550ba39-568a-4b04-813f-228b22278691https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shore-leave-improving-but-crew-welfare-issues-persist-in-seafarers-happiness-index-q3-report/Shore leave returning closer to a pre-Covid-19 'normal' has driven a rise in seafarers' satisfaction globally in The Mission to Seafarers' third quarter Seafarers Happiness Index data, but perennial welfare issues persist.Tue, 01 Nov 2022 11:47:32 Z2022-11-02T16:56:55Zcc833191-c855-45e8-88c6-5ffeee4206c8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/your-voice-in-politics/During September and October Nautilus officials attended this year’s Labour, Conservative and SNP Party Conferences.Mon, 31 Oct 2022 17:22:00 Z2022-11-07T17:45:37Z83f0766d-8daa-437a-ad10-4c2129e6cc7ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seafarer-health-when-rights-cant-be-equal/Despite anti-discrimination legislation in the UK, a change in your health status may mean that you no longer have the same rights as a fully fit person to work at sea. But all is not necessarily lost.Mon, 31 Oct 2022 17:13:03 Z2022-11-01T11:46:04Z22ba9fe0-f7cd-4f36-a8bd-67d3b551d8e3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/monarch-master-and-merchant-navy/How the Monarch's title of Master of the Merchant Navy and Fishing Fleets came into being and what it means to British seafarers.Thu, 27 Oct 2022 16:01:38 Z2022-10-27T16:18:15Z8c3b5c8e-a91b-4b47-8e44-87f0d6a62af0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/discrimination-against-female-seafarers-unacceptably-widespread/A large-scale global survey on gender-based discrimination and harassment in the maritime industry has found that both are widespread against women at sea.Thu, 27 Oct 2022 10:16:31 Z2022-11-29T10:14:06Zb44f2f90-23e5-4892-94d3-449aae7f1f71https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-seeks-member-feedback/Nautilus seeks member feedback after RFA pushes through 2022 Civil Service pay remitThu, 27 Oct 2022 08:26:13 Z2022-10-27T08:47:06Z86747a42-6f7b-401a-86e6-3c497df42e62https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/only-a-catastrophe-will-make-operators-take-ev-fires-seriously-london-seminar-hears/It will take a catastrophe with an electric vehicle (EV) fire on a ship for there to be sufficient action from regulators and ship operators to prevent and control them, concluded a panel of experts at a recent Maritime London seminar.Thu, 27 Oct 2022 08:25:26 Z2022-10-27T13:21:23Zbb89a288-a7f3-46ae-8d07-c864577878c6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-swiss-port-symposium-decent-working-conditions/A recent Nautilus Swiss symposium on 'Ensuring fair and transparent work in public infrastructures' discussed the need for formal 'charters' for decent working conditions at portsWed, 26 Oct 2022 12:59:33 Z2022-10-26T14:18:50Z9eb4cc28-fa78-466f-b25d-0e035f88fd0fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-update-why-shipping-consortia-must-be-stopped/The European Transport Workers' Federation is demanding an end to a loophole in EU competition law that benefits shipowners at the expense of maritime workersMon, 24 Oct 2022 11:38:30 Z2022-10-24T14:05:07Zc673d90a-e5a0-497a-9155-a89f5895c82ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-officials-in-key-maritime-sector-diversity-taskforce-appointments/Nautilus officials hold key maritime sector appointments supporting diversity and inclusion in Maritime UK's newly expanded Diversity in Maritime Taskforce.Mon, 24 Oct 2022 09:02:14 Z2024-08-12T09:47:11Z056afbf6-8b99-4879-83de-59d5f7660363https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-strategic-plan-and-2030-vision-mid-term-report/Nautilus International has released its mid-term report on the progress it has achieved on its member-endorsed Strategic Plan and 2030 Vision.Fri, 21 Oct 2022 15:53:00 Z2022-10-21T12:02:13Z10b3840c-ec02-4760-8a42-85a3e0cb1191https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/service-for-seafarers-returns-to-st-pauls-cathedral/Nautilus member and a Bevis Minter Award winner Charlie Schofield carried the Merchant Navy standard at the Annual National Service for Seafarers (ANSS), which returned to St Paul's Cathedral after a two-year pandemic hiatus.Fri, 21 Oct 2022 13:42:59 Z2022-10-21T15:19:33Zea3fd035-0b37-489c-bf1c-b3ff6eb4ea29https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-signs-up-to-tuc-racism-charter/Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson has signed a Trades Union Congress (TUC) charter against racism.Fri, 21 Oct 2022 13:11:14 Z2022-10-25T09:22:03Z3181f83e-b02c-479c-9d43-b931c94ddb03https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-to-introduce-new-measures-for-reporting-lost-containers/The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) is pushing to introduce reporting requirements for containers that go overboard, making it mandatory for masters to inform authorities when such incidents occur.Thu, 20 Oct 2022 13:49:39 Z2022-10-25T09:22:21Z523a5f53-d34a-47d8-b42d-ceab4bf1e4f4https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/mcg-conference-resources-are-now-available/Recordings, presentations and photos from the MCG conference are now available to download. A report of the conference will be available soon.Thu, 20 Oct 2022 11:26:04 Z2022-10-20T12:12:48Zd181acc2-7848-4776-a301-dc618912d1b5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/keir-starmer-commits-to-strengthening-seafarers-employment-rights-post-pando-ferries/Labour leader Keir Starmer has committed to overturning the employment loopholes that enabled P&O Ferries to unlawfully sack 786 seafarers within the first 100 days of a Labour government.Thu, 20 Oct 2022 11:16:12 Z2022-10-20T12:09:04Zafa79aaf-34da-421f-9d85-39f03c2359b7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-general-secretary-re-elected-to-tuc-general-council/Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson has secured re-election to the general council of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) for a fourteenth year.Wed, 19 Oct 2022 15:41:50 Z2022-10-21T11:10:59Z5ae60f31-defc-4b03-921e-b2b0f849e78ehttps://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/2021/gallery/testWed, 19 Oct 2022 10:19:38 Z2022-10-19T10:19:38Z6dcd7d88-f9f5-4aea-b6b8-aae6b7957bc1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-secures-tuc-support-on-fair-climate-transition-for-workers/A Nautilus International campaign to ensure a fair deal for seafarers and all other workers as the world tries to meet its global decarbonisation goals has won support at TUC Congress 2022.Tue, 18 Oct 2022 16:20:39 Z2022-12-01T16:28:03Z6d648403-7b8b-412d-ae45-6a146c649d78https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tuc-unanimously-backs-nautilus-fair-ferries-campaign/TUC Congress has unanimously backed Nautilus’s Fair Ferries campaign, which was launched in response to the P&O Ferries sacking scandal earlier this year.Tue, 18 Oct 2022 13:58:22 Z2022-10-20T11:48:07Zf404fe61-fc4d-4373-9b6f-f9c0baeb90e7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/focus-on-mariners-park-seafarer-memorials/With its beautiful gardens on the banks of the River Mersey, the Nautilus Mariners' Park retirement estate is highly valued as a site of remembrance.Tue, 18 Oct 2022 13:20:16 Z2022-11-17T16:37:07Ze1ae594c-a84f-48c5-8d88-250988b27c47https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-appeals-for-tuc-to-back-unions-fair-ferries-campaign/Nautilus International is bringing forward a motion at TUC Congress this week asking UK unions to support for its Fair Ferries campaign, which was launched in response to the P&O Ferries sacking scandal earlier this year.Tue, 18 Oct 2022 12:56:08 Z2022-10-21T11:12:08Z04d8da67-69a8-4942-93f4-15f05a4510echttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-sign-new-strategic-partner-at-mys/Yacht crew training provider John Percival Marine Associates & Hoylake Sailing School (JPMA) has signed up as a Strategic Partner with Nautilus International.Tue, 18 Oct 2022 12:14:13 Z2023-12-29T12:55:27Z3d29557f-71e8-4552-ba9b-6eb875a0320fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-meets-captains-crew-and-partners-at-monaco-yacht-show-2022/Strategic organiser Laura Molineux reports on visiting one of the world's premier superyacht events to meet crew and Nautilus members.Tue, 18 Oct 2022 11:42:14 Z2022-11-16T11:11:46Zfbc12591-209d-425c-b99e-dfe3dc9b5a6chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/why-join-nautilus-council-two-members-have-their-say/Joining Nautilus Council gives you the opportunity to guide the policies of the Union to benefit your fellow seafarers, as well as the chance to meet other maritime professionals.Tue, 18 Oct 2022 10:53:14 Z2022-10-18T11:06:27Zcaab3760-8334-4b70-962d-e55280a0cec5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-named-international-association-of-the-year/Nautilus International has been chosen as the International Association of the Year at the Association Excellence Awards 2022.Mon, 17 Oct 2022 15:08:26 Z2022-10-21T09:53:18Z388b0ba4-7911-419d-a0ac-676212f57f71https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/catch-up-with-the-sea-to-city-webinar-on-making-the-sustainable-move-ashore/Nautilus members can now catch up with the latest advice on making a move ashore with the aid of professional development and further training.Fri, 14 Oct 2022 10:52:03 Z2025-02-13T10:54:23Z524b6e05-d45d-4256-a9bf-f740240c41dchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/safety-board-raises-obesity-concerns-after-seafarer-fatality/A damning report on a fatal accident onboard a containership has called for sweeping changes in the rules governing safe access to cargo holds and rescues from enclosed spaces, while also raising concerns about obesity among seafarers.Fri, 14 Oct 2022 10:46:23 Z2022-10-15T06:15:39Ze4d4b8e0-e0f9-426d-b63b-61ad2973c25bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-podcast-tune-in-as-nautilus-speaks-to-master-who-inspired-a-movie/As part of its campaign against sea-blindness, Nautilus launched a new podcast series Off course: A sideways look at life at sea, and spoke to a master who inspired a movie about piracy.Fri, 14 Oct 2022 08:00:00 Z2023-01-27T09:01:00Zedf9f1ec-ff1c-44bf-ada3-bc540611e9d3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-swiss-symposium-flags-fairness-and-precarious-working-conditions-in-inland-waterways/Nautilus has highlighted the 'special social dimensions' of ports and the potential for precarious working conditions in inland waterways during its symposium in Switzerland.Thu, 13 Oct 2022 16:06:16 Z2022-11-02T15:21:38Z013f969b-c072-4148-8958-8c558da5986ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-how-the-nautilus-welfare-fund-was-on-hand-to-help-throughout-the-pandemic/Nautilus Welfare Fund director of welfare and care Andrew Jones looks at recent successes in supporting retired seafarers through the Nautilus Welfare FundMon, 10 Oct 2022 16:46:03 Z2023-01-04T10:56:13Zd5db95d7-29a2-44f6-81b4-84c21ee85a14https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welfare-fund-manager-mick-howarth-recognised-with-mnwb-award/A former Nautilus Welfare Fund (NWF) manager is a winner of the 2022 Merchant Navy Welfare Board's (MNWB) prestigious Service to Seafarers' Welfare award.Fri, 07 Oct 2022 09:11:42 Z2022-10-07T09:51:40Z557a958f-aef8-49de-a154-c2a73ed3899ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-for-po-ferries-boss-to-step-down-after-he-drops-out-of-industry-event-due-to-union-pressure/Nautilus International has welcomed news that disgraced P&O Ferries CEO Peter Hebblethwaite dropped out as a speaker at the Interferry conference in Seattle and called on the UK government to ensure he is forced to step down as boss of the ferry operator.Tue, 04 Oct 2022 10:55:53 Z2022-10-07T09:51:40Z596e7504-840e-44e8-85de-0dbc7380bac9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pando-ferries-boss-peter-hebblethwaite-trashed-the-once-loved-shipowners-reputation-and-is-an-industry-disgrace/Disgraced P&O Ferries boss Peter Hebblethwaite clearly feels like the dust has settled following the unlawful sacking of 786 seafarers by Zoom in March, and it's now time to start promoting himself again.Mon, 03 Oct 2022 10:21:57 Z2022-10-07T09:51:40Z504f8869-222d-4b65-9db6-df7e61bd3e31https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-feedback-sought-on-crew-health-and-maritime-safety-data-trackers/The Seafarers Hospital Society is seeking feedback from seafarers, on its most recent research aimed at improving crew health and maritime safety.Fri, 30 Sep 2022 14:19:09 Z2022-09-30T15:03:18Z165721ef-567e-4cc7-98c9-d70cc9a7f797https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/homesickness-highlighted-in-life-at-sea-photography-competition/Homesickness was a winning theme in this year's ITF Seafarers' Trust Life at Sea photo competition, which aims to capture the vital often unnoticed role of seafarers in the global economy.Fri, 30 Sep 2022 13:57:06 Z2022-09-30T14:20:43Z495d2ed4-1fc4-409c-9d48-3ce075ccf2a4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-recognised-with-award-after-borders-bill-lobbying-success/Nautilus International has won the award for Best Lobbying Campaign at this year's Memcom Awards for its work preventing the criminalisation of seafarers who rescue people in danger at sea.Fri, 30 Sep 2022 11:06:39 Z2022-10-03T16:00:06Z333f12d2-15fd-44b4-a68b-7e1b3912eecbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/abandonment-of-seafarers-set-to-reach-record-levels-in-2022/Maritime is facing a rising humanitarian crisis as cases of seafarer abandonment around the world are likely to reach record levels for a third year in a row, according to figures presented at a conference ahead of World Maritime Day.Thu, 29 Sep 2022 14:44:08 Z2022-09-29T16:31:58Zd6e55f39-ea4c-40b9-a93d-d137ebb45b72https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-calls-for-workers-rights-to-be-at-centre-of-moves-to-clean-up-shipping/Nautilus International has called on the global maritime industry to ensure moves to decarbonise shipping take a worker-focussed approach on World Maritime Day 2022.Thu, 29 Sep 2022 08:56:34 Z2022-09-29T09:54:34Zd50071ca-e2ae-45c5-976c-9498dd168359https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-call-for-disgraced-po-ferries-boss-to-be-booted-off-interferry-speakers-list/Nautilus International and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) have expressed their outrage to the organisers of the annual Interferry Conference, after they invited disgraced P&O Ferries CEO Peter Hebblethwaite to speak at the Seattle event.Mon, 26 Sep 2022 10:42:38 Z2022-09-27T10:12:17Z5dd89681-654b-4014-a3c6-bbd880c6d3cehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-seeks-rota-solution-for-iomspco-new-build-crew/Nautilus International is working to find a solution for members with Manx Sea Transport (Guernsey) Ltd working on Isle of Man Steam Packet Company Ltd (IOMSPCo) vessels, who will be serving on the new build ferry Manxman.Fri, 23 Sep 2022 15:04:02 Z2024-01-24T15:29:14Z763ab945-27de-444f-9674-7f0b9dd14e25https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/calls-for-action-after-lifeboat-abandoned-during-training-exercise/Calls for European and international action to tackle survival craft safety have been made following an incident in which an enclosed lifeboat heeled over during a training exercise.Fri, 23 Sep 2022 08:40:43 Z2022-09-23T14:09:29Z4806208e-a38d-4691-aeed-3a9c8415ab0dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/yacht-battery-blaze-sparks-further-fire-safety-concerns/A report into the total loss of a yacht highlights the need for crew to understand the risks posed by lithium-ion batteries onboard.Wed, 21 Sep 2022 15:01:28 Z2022-09-23T13:21:56Za601aaad-0c4d-43a3-a46d-0e0a47d6eeb9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-cadets-urged-to-embrace-social-cohesion-over-digital-remoteness/Maritime cadets attending a Sailors' Society Wellness at Sea conference exhorted to embrace social cohesion over digital remoteness onboard, to meet mental challenges of a sea career.Wed, 21 Sep 2022 13:26:53 Z2023-05-18T10:52:04Zd4331654-6a4f-4847-9ae4-55bedd4914c6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-shortlisted-for-two-mersey-maritime-awards/Nautilus International has been announced as a finalist in two categories at the Mersey Maritime Industry Awards 2022.Wed, 21 Sep 2022 11:30:08 Z2022-09-21T11:42:04Za4838cb3-082a-4038-a26b-efee92e1959dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-demands-action-from-uk-government-six-months-on-from-p-and-o-ferries-scandal/Nautilus International joins the Trades Union Congress in calling on the government, led by new Prime Minister Liz Truss, to hold P&O Ferries accountable for their unlawful actions.Wed, 21 Sep 2022 09:39:19 Z2022-09-21T10:16:55Zb925dd43-816e-4ec3-acfc-192af14473f7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/tonnage-tax-are-shipowners-paying-their-fair-share-to-society/Economics advisors in Denmark have proposed rolling back the nation’s tonnage tax regime – prompting a cautious response from trade unions in the country.Tue, 20 Sep 2022 16:30:23 Z2022-09-20T16:40:46Z719ee9e6-9c8d-4071-9721-4420bd05472ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/calls-for-action-following-publication-of-damning-scandinavian-star-report/Norwegian campaigners are calling for victims’ compensation following the publication of an official Danish report into the Scandinavian Star ferry disaster, in which 159 people died in a blaze in 1990.Tue, 20 Sep 2022 14:18:42 Z2022-09-20T14:26:22Z6c101296-7051-4e20-9973-b805e8bd77c0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seeking-a-fair-deal-for-all-workers/Keyworkers delivered during the pandemic, and they deserve our support nowThu, 15 Sep 2022 10:32:00 Z2022-09-23T13:58:00Z2d313ae3-63e4-4d1e-872a-30cdf75a24a0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/improving-working-conditions-at-sea-is-an-imperative-task-say-young-maritime-thought-leaders/How an employer treats its seafarers is a major factor in whether they decide to take a job, according to Generation Y and Z responses to a Global Maritime Forum (GMF) Future Leaders initiative which reveals the depth of the seafarer recruitment problem. Deborah McPherson reportsWed, 14 Sep 2022 16:42:55 Z2022-09-21T15:08:50Ze32a4421-8dcd-4768-a7b2-0e8f58ab68e4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-maritime-monarch/A maritime monarch: as the UK looks back at the monarch's life and achievements, Nautilus remembers a few maritime momentsWed, 14 Sep 2022 15:38:02 Z2022-10-15T06:57:17Zc3509502-95e4-4932-a7d6-c7a924e6c910https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-concerned-over-panama-canal-flood/Nautilus has been concerned to see reports today (13 September) that the Panama Canal flooded at the Gatun locks.Wed, 14 Sep 2022 09:10:18 Z2022-09-23T14:42:57Ze1b39f78-12f7-4286-8551-537220b14f75https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/her-majesty-queen-elizabeth-ii/On behalf of our members and the wider maritime welfare charity sector, we send our condolences to the Royal Family on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.Sat, 10 Sep 2022 07:46:00 Z2022-09-12T12:48:31Z01ce59ad-290c-4bdd-8137-073c78c93ecfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/statement-from-nautilus-international-on-the-passing-of-her-majesty-queen-elizabeth-ii/Nautilus International has paid tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II for service to the Merchant Navy.Fri, 09 Sep 2022 10:56:58 Z2022-09-14T16:33:51Z5899925c-24f6-4c38-8a39-47032b52de97https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-public-has-spoken-uk-government-must-hold-p-and-o-ferries-accountable/Following the disgraceful decision by P&O Ferries to unlawfully sack 786 seafarers in March 2022, Nautilus International has surveyed 2,000 individuals in the UK to understand their attitudes and opinions towards the company and the maritime professionals involved.Wed, 07 Sep 2022 13:06:02 Z2022-10-07T11:18:22Z2c725c8f-685e-4e98-a24b-6c71374a29behttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/first-reading-of-seafarers-wages-bill/Amid the chaos at 10 Downing Street in the final days before the Parliamentary recess, the government laid down the first reading of the Seafarers' Wages Bill in the House of Lords.Wed, 07 Sep 2022 10:59:06 Z2022-09-07T11:26:35Z3bf26feb-5f85-4555-b9a7-fe63dc40f35ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-to-campaign-at-tuc-congress/Nautilus will put forward two motions at TUC Congress 2022 covering its Fair Ferries campaign and the need for a just transition on decarbonisation in maritime.Wed, 07 Sep 2022 10:30:56 Z2022-12-01T16:28:47Z4e398530-ee06-40c5-b6f2-a75599e9547fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/dutch-legal-column-your-rights-to-unemployment-benefits/Nautilus lawyer Mieke den Hollander gives some insights into unemployment rights in EuropeTue, 06 Sep 2022 16:14:12 Z2022-09-06T16:32:35Z9dd5da25-a9b7-4fed-96f3-a744878983a4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/david-appleton-uk-maritime-training-needs-more-than-a-funding-boost/Nautilus has welcomed the recently-announced increase in the UK Support for Maritime Training (SMarT) funding of up to £43 million per year.Tue, 06 Sep 2022 10:58:57 Z2022-11-15T16:00:03Z80f67ba0-ba8d-45ce-ae61-7eb114ef3d9chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/captain-stephen-gudgeon-has-spent-forty-years-at-sea-and-still-revels-in-the-magic-of-crossing-the-panama-canal/A lot changed in the 40 years that Captain Stephen Gudgeon spent at sea, but he believes it remains a well-paid job with good leave, terms and conditionsTue, 06 Sep 2022 08:30:00 Z2025-07-30T08:00:00Zb8c091f9-58f4-4646-96e1-591857442afchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-nautilus-women-heather-enness/Nautilus International's meet a member interview with Heather Enness, second officerTue, 06 Sep 2022 07:00:00 Z2025-07-30T09:24:13Z2658490f-c64f-4be3-b677-ec0aaaa7d5a3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/merchant-navy-day-2022/Each year, on 3 September and the surrounding days, the UK maritime community marks Merchant Navy Day. It's a chance to remember fallen comrades, but also to raise awareness of British seafaring by raising the red ensign flag – as Nautilus members and staff have been doing around the UK and beyondMon, 05 Sep 2022 17:23:54 Z2022-09-16T10:47:00Z3923f9e1-d08e-4a42-9cab-4773079169b7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/safety-onboard-a-meeting-of-minds-at-maritime-safety-week/Nautilus International played a prominent part in UK Maritime Safety Week 2022. Taking place from 4-8 July with support from the UK Department for Transport, the focus was on safety best practice.Mon, 05 Sep 2022 16:08:24 Z2022-09-05T17:00:13Ze206119e-2a02-485b-9c35-2dbc61af61dehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-among-merchant-navy-medal-recipients-congratulated-for-2022/Nautilus sends warm congratulations to the 14 recipients of this year's UK Merchant Navy Medal, which includes several members.Mon, 05 Sep 2022 15:37:44 Z2022-12-09T14:04:25Zc24f68bd-6981-4e3e-bb91-bb1bdb2b3dadhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/working-in-a-war-zone-how-national-and-international-warlike-operations-area-agreements-protect-merchant-navy-seafarers/With some shipping now on the move again out of Ukraine, the northern Black Sea has been designated a Warlike Operations Area for merchant vessels. Sarah Robinson looks at what this means for seafarer safety and how trade unions are involved in providing protection for their membersMon, 05 Sep 2022 13:24:24 Z2023-09-11T08:36:38Zd531e054-7ddb-47f2-92d7-ed255256f085https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/greenseas-trust-releases-research/The GreenSeas Trust, a charity founded by seafarer Fazilette Khan MNM, has recently engaged the UK public in an online survey to draw attention to the problem of plastic waste in the marine environment.Mon, 05 Sep 2022 11:51:00 Z2022-09-08T12:11:11Z6e3ee5c5-bd76-49fe-a061-bf0496666319https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-amends-some-m-notices-connected-with-maritime-labour-convention-issues/The UK Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) has updated three M-notices regarding existing Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC) rights, that needed to be addressed at a UK tripartite level during and after lockdown.Fri, 02 Sep 2022 15:50:38 Z2022-09-02T16:13:54Z380ac0a6-ca3d-47df-97ec-2b15c43ebddehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/red-ensign-flies-at-nautilus-mariners-park-to-honour-seafarers-for-merchant-navy-day/Retired seafarers and Nautilus staff raised the red ensign at Mariners' Park ahead of the seventh annual UK Merchant Navy Day commemorations planned around 3 September.Fri, 02 Sep 2022 11:20:10 Z2022-09-06T12:21:39Zfe8b1f7c-c5e2-471f-9468-f5d21f35e49dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/how-nautilus-got-me-home/Nautilus member and third officer Enid Stoel explains how Union involvement helped to release her from a dire experience in China during the Covid-19 pandemic.Thu, 01 Sep 2022 16:49:18 Z2024-02-05T12:55:41Z2d1186fb-3448-42ca-b90e-c7d967cad3aahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/cadet-column-its-your-union/In these troubled times, it's important to have a Union like Nautilus International on your side.Thu, 01 Sep 2022 15:50:19 Z2023-12-15T16:53:48Z5fbcc462-c6f0-4acb-857e-d29e77e461dchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/north-wales-mna-branch-going-strong/Nautilus member Michael Ridehalgh has been in touch with the latest developments at the North Wales Merchant Navy Association branch, which he co-founded two years ago.Thu, 01 Sep 2022 14:02:00 Z2022-09-08T11:29:51Ze6aff0ea-5484-41a7-aaa8-27dde01c0567https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-asks-maritime-minister-to-tackle-flags-of-convenience-issue/Nautilus International has written to Maritime Minister Robert Courts asking him to address the issue of Flags of Convenience (FOCs) in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.Thu, 01 Sep 2022 10:54:35 Z2022-09-02T09:47:12Z7298ad48-849e-4c9e-8b2e-f37019125020https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-in-major-global-project-to-rewrite-women-into-maritime-history/Nautilus International is part of an extensive new global research project to showcase female involvement in the maritime industry over the centuries.Thu, 01 Sep 2022 10:50:20 Z2022-09-01T12:14:49Z272c6133-8b77-40d5-aed2-d1bde54403e4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/charities-to-share-new-ways-of-collaborating-post-covid/Key grant-making maritime charities will discuss lessons learned during the Covid crisis that have ushered in a new era in collaborative working, at the Maritime Charities Group (MCG) conference in September.Wed, 31 Aug 2022 15:07:28 Z2022-09-27T17:05:27Zd251c4da-3443-4ab7-ac98-953b5466db49https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-affiliate-secures-big-win-for-us-ferry-engineers/In a victory for members of the Marine Engineers Beneficial Association (MEBA) – an affiliate of the Nautilus Federation – an administrative law judge in New York City has ruled that engine work aboard the vessels is comparable to such jobs in the US-flagged Maersk fleet.Wed, 31 Aug 2022 13:24:09 Z2022-08-31T13:55:39Zd1943e59-ef20-4e50-a369-3d50cc8a2903https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/museum-musings-a-cultural-update-from-the-worlds-maritime-museums/Following initiatives in Amsterdam and Barcelona earlier this year, LGBT+ seafaring culture continues to make its mark on maritime museums. Plus: Nautilus adds to Royal Museums Greenwich archive.Fri, 26 Aug 2022 12:30:11 Z2022-08-30T17:03:17Zdf97968a-ca03-4c48-a576-0f783ce03639https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/beating-blacklisting-court-rules-on-seafarers-migrant-rescue-discrimination-case/After two years, a Dutch court has ruled in favour of a seafarer who was turned away by a crewing agency due to his work rescuing migrants in the Mediterranean.Thu, 25 Aug 2022 14:59:16 Z2022-08-26T11:23:09Zb50a2e1e-d9af-4744-b483-2e48bdebf24ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-to-sponsor-wirral-warriors-womens-rugby-team/Nautilus International is getting the maritime message out to the wider UK public in a novel way by sponsoring Wirral RUFC's women's rugby union team Wirral Warriors.Thu, 25 Aug 2022 13:27:22 Z2022-08-30T10:49:49Zb8007fd9-4c44-494e-986c-90726a26f408https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/certification-officer-responds-to-union-concerns-on-new-investigatory-powers/The UK government’s new Certification Officer, Sarah Bedwell, has responded to Union concerns around her office’s new investigatory powers and proposed compliance monitoring on trade union elections.Wed, 24 Aug 2022 14:00:53 Z2022-08-24T14:15:14Z68d3fe1f-e526-4e2e-8641-a7f76667bab1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/all-aboard--the-business-case-for-diversity-and-inclusion-in-maritime/There's no getting away from it: British and Dutch crews are still largely the preserve of the straight, white man. However, maritime employers are starting to see the value of making a more diverse range of workers feel included onboard and recruiting from a wider talent pool.Tue, 23 Aug 2022 13:44:08 Z2022-10-21T10:06:26Ze8b0c160-8882-4a11-a3e8-517bf45e723ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/neil-nadkar-on-engine-types-seeing-the-world-the-nautilus-professional-and-technical-forum-and-training-with-tenzing-norgay/Recently-retired deepsea engineer Neil Nadkar has always had an adventurous spirit. As if being a trained Himalayan mountain guide in his native India wasn't enough, he chose a seafaring career in order to see the worldTue, 23 Aug 2022 13:18:37 Z2025-07-30T09:26:44Zdac9cf60-abf7-4f9c-b587-45ff951edfcbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/master-should-have-authority-during-emergencies-new-zealand-report-finds/Shipmasters should have the ultimate authority during an emergency onboard their vessel, a new report has concluded – intensifying a debate that was sparked by a Dutch investigation which argued that shore management should have the right to over-rule a captain in certain circumstances.Tue, 23 Aug 2022 12:07:15 Z2022-08-23T12:10:23Z066e3ba2-3c30-497a-9f1a-e75bdb96a55dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-recovers-$37-million-worth-of-unpaid-wages-in-2021/The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) has revealed that its inspectors recovered more than US$37 million in unpaid wages and entitlements from shipowners in 2021.Tue, 23 Aug 2022 12:01:50 Z2022-08-23T12:05:51Zb185e423-a361-4a81-9f67-815a6f9bf64bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-government-to-subsidise-50-of-cadet-training-costs/The UK government has announced that it will now subsidise 50% of cadet training costs, increasing from the current 30% subsidy.Tue, 23 Aug 2022 11:07:30 Z2022-08-23T11:41:12Z2aac57c7-2670-46d9-ab6f-6554fda9f7a0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/focus-on-mariners-park-100-day-whirl-of-activity-for-new-director-of-welfare-and-care-at-nautilus-welfare-fund/Andrew Jones has barely stopped moving since he took up his role as the new director of welfare and care for the Nautilus Welfare Fund Charity 100 days ago.Tue, 23 Aug 2022 10:02:00 Z2022-08-30T15:34:31Z290bff17-bb7b-4d7e-95a2-d307a6564358https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-to-fight-on-after-insolvency-service-drops-criminal-investigation-into-po-ferries/Nautilus international has expressed its disappointment after the UK Insolvency Service announced that it will not be taking legal action against P&O Ferries.Sat, 20 Aug 2022 07:50:33 Z2022-09-21T10:08:37Zd5b7e296-e25a-4fcb-8497-43ad45d75a94https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/thai-court-orders-us$255000-compensation-to-abandoned-fishing-crew/A group of 32 Thai fishing crew who were abandoned while working in Somalia are to receive almost Baht 10 million (US$255,000) in compensation, after winning a legal case against their employer.Fri, 19 Aug 2022 15:58:00 Z2022-08-19T16:07:35Zb7c09d3b-c355-41ad-a24c-8f87b97a2157https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/global-survey-helps-maritime-charities-prioritise-ukraine-welfare-support/Seafarers impacted by the Ukraine war are facing continuing mental health worries and concerns about employment contracts, as well travel constraints, according to a survey of their welfare priorities.Fri, 19 Aug 2022 13:32:55 Z2022-10-27T16:22:20Za75930ac-60e4-4dcc-89b4-1881876f1097https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-support-fund-sets-september-deadline/The UK Maritime Charities Group (MCG) has set a final deadline of Friday 16 September 2022 for applications to its Covid-19 Redundancy and Retraining Bursary Fund.Fri, 19 Aug 2022 13:06:31 Z2022-09-27T17:03:18Z4d641b27-c6e3-4b99-b6be-dd6d0c660e6dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-update-inland-sector-unites-on-safety/With the new EU crewing regulation, the ETF wants to ensure zero accidents and a safe workplace for all inland waterways crew. Myriam Chaffart reportsFri, 19 Aug 2022 09:52:45 Z2022-08-19T12:06:09Z1c293904-0c76-4f2d-815b-2fd92a45d551https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/join-us-in-person-at-the-nautilus-uk-branch-conference-2022/Nautilus members were warmly invited to register now for the Union's first face to face UK Branch Conference since before the Covid-19 pandemic – to be held in Bristol on Wednesday 23 November 2022.Thu, 18 Aug 2022 12:16:46 Z2023-08-08T08:20:08Ze4c973af-25aa-429c-ac3e-877965561390https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/mcg-announces-closure-of-covid-19-redundancy-and-retraining-fund/The MCG Redundancy and Retraining Bursary Fund will finally close on Friday 16th September, following discussions by funders, the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB), Trinity House and the Nautilus Slater Fund.Thu, 18 Aug 2022 08:52:24 Z2022-08-18T09:00:21Z77ccb585-6d6c-4920-981f-9d148a34c9a4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-uk-maritime-security-strategy-announced/A new UK maritime security strategy has been published, setting out how the country will attempt to enhance its capabilities in technology, innovation, and cyber security.Mon, 15 Aug 2022 14:28:43 Z2022-08-15T14:51:32Z98f22a51-c586-4e49-b20e-28f6ee04a458https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/the-seafarers-charity-joins-diversity-in-maritime-charter-programme/The Seafarers' Charity is the latest organisation to join Maritime UK's Diversity in Maritime Charter programme.Mon, 15 Aug 2022 13:48:13 Z2022-08-15T13:59:21Z2d52b1d7-777a-483c-9eac-c321c311ddc7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-mission-to-seafarers-shaping-the-future-of-seafarer-services/The Mission to Seafarers' secretary general the Revd Canon Andrew Wright outlines some of the charity's new post-Covid global strategies for shaping the future of services for seafarers.Mon, 15 Aug 2022 10:30:00 Z2023-01-04T10:55:39Z24305414-e1e2-4b75-8a48-4611525773e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/australian-minister-slams-svitzer-tactics-on-tug-crews/A campaign by Australian maritime unions against efforts by Svitzer to terminate long standing enterprise agreements covering tug crews in the country has gained additional momentum.Fri, 12 Aug 2022 14:22:42 Z2022-08-12T14:49:45Z88a45737-f952-44d7-8e82-ac81c5e25e25https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/organising-efforts-pay-off-with-mexican-tug-workers-linked-to-nautilus-federation-affiliate/After years of organising followed by a government-mandated election, a battle to represent tug workers in seven ports in Mexico has finally been won by an affiliate of the International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots (MM&P).Fri, 12 Aug 2022 09:29:07 Z2022-08-12T10:25:13Z4db8e150-3747-42fd-b2c2-82fd47852e88https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dutch-safety-board-report-sparks-debate/A recent Dutch Safety Board report has sparked an online debate amongst seafarers over the authority of masters onboard.Wed, 10 Aug 2022 15:22:28 Z2022-08-15T08:37:03Z89864611-aec9-42a8-91e3-feae07916519https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-flag-safety-fears-in-wake-of-felicity-ace-electric-vehicle-fire/Seafarers have flagged concerns about the risk to life in the wake of an electric vehicle (EV) fire that sparked a 13-day blaze onboard the Felicity Ace, a roll-on roll-off cargo ship lost off the Azores in March with 4,000 vehicles onboard.Wed, 10 Aug 2022 14:51:23 Z2022-08-10T15:08:14Z53dfee4f-401e-4d28-a204-6495bbbd34e5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/looking-to-join-a-union-heres-why-union-membership-is-important-for-you/The TUC reported in June that there had been a 700% uptick in enquiries surrounding union membership, after National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) announced strike action would take place.Tue, 09 Aug 2022 11:55:07 Z2022-08-09T14:04:15Zfba45ba2-5c30-4fc6-8a9a-0781572078dchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wista-uk-celebrates-outstanding-merchant-navy-women/Merchant Navy Award recipients with IMO secretary general Kitack Lim. Capt Susan Thomson, Helene Peter-Davies, Claire Womersley, Kitack Lim, Capt Jessica Tyson, Fazilette Khan, Capt Fran Collins, Capt Belinda Bennett.Tue, 09 Aug 2022 08:30:35 Z2022-08-19T15:17:43Z6badd0f3-7e32-483f-b8ed-d103268aa7a7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-to-monitor-monkeypox-controls-on-seafarers-travelling-for-work/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) is closely monitoring countries’ response to monkeypox and whether greater restrictions are imposed on seafarers travelling for work.Mon, 08 Aug 2022 16:17:47 Z2022-08-09T09:31:21Z6084133e-a359-4e7d-8549-607ab8fbe9a5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/back-off-svitzer/Members of the Australian Institute of Marine and Power Engineers and the Australian Maritime Officers Union, both affiliates of the Nautilus Federation, held a joint 'stopwork meeting' of Svitzer tug employees, alongside members of the Maritime Union of Australia on 5 August.Mon, 08 Aug 2022 11:04:06 Z2022-08-08T14:47:00Z9253e58a-6949-4057-929d-de825774dbc5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/spirit-of-france-investigation/Nearly 20 deficiencies have been found onboard the P&O Ferries’ Cyprus flagged Spirit of France raising concerns from maritime unions about the safety of the travelling publicFri, 05 Aug 2022 15:11:06 Z2022-08-12T09:56:40Z176236e9-c7e2-42c6-bd30-3c961ce27b00https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/yacht-sector-reminder-let-us-know-immediately-about-non-payment-of-wages/Nautilus members are urged to get in touch with the Nautilus yacht team as soon as they experience any payment issues stemming from work onboard a Russian vessel.Fri, 05 Aug 2022 13:31:46 Z2023-12-29T12:56:03Z4d19090d-8524-47dc-87a8-150f6b3f0ae0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/contract-warning-for-yacht-crew/Nautilus's yacht team is still dealing with a common problem in the yacht industry – crew who have not seen or signed a contract before they go onboardFri, 05 Aug 2022 13:19:21 Z2022-09-22T09:55:45Z678434d9-8cfc-4159-9486-956beeebc1bchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-member-inspires-future-ferry-captains-during-wightlink-sailing/Nautilus member Captain Ian Henderson has set a group of UK primary school children on course for possible future careers at sea during their time with him on the bridge for a Yarmouth to Lymington Isle of Wight ferry crossing.Fri, 05 Aug 2022 12:35:32 Z2022-08-05T14:08:07Z98703722-b0d7-4581-9430-1495d7ace8bfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/being-menopause-savvy-in-maritime/As female seafarers have increased in number and worked their way up the ranks, more mature women are working at sea.Thu, 04 Aug 2022 15:07:33 Z2022-08-05T14:37:11Z52593e14-e3c2-43b0-9d9e-376647711c89https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/dutch-safety-board-report-challenges-onboard-authority/Investigation into Eemslift Hendrika casualty suggests operators should consider imposing instructions on a master ‘in exceptional situations’Thu, 04 Aug 2022 13:51:10 Z2022-08-04T14:16:26Z98613f4a-4dec-4147-ac69-6180fcb29e86https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/electric-vehicle-study-addresses-ferry-fire-fears/Andrew Draper reports on a project aimed at reducing the risk posed to ferries by the electric cars they are transportingThu, 04 Aug 2022 13:38:59 Z2022-08-04T13:51:28Z0ec2bfde-91a3-467c-8448-7f25108869aehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-stands-up-for-cadets-denied-sea-time-by-evergreen/Nautilus International is working on behalf of cadets with Evergreen, who have contacted the Union after not receiving seatime since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2019.Thu, 04 Aug 2022 08:31:20 Z2022-08-04T08:35:18Zd6cb118f-d1c4-4cbe-9230-04ce1a7c839ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/alleviating-the-burden-of-data-reporting/Arnaud Dianoux, a former captain who has co-founded and is now managing director of Opsealog, argues that better strategic planning will be key to reversing the trend of increased workloads and concerns about masters becoming office workers.Tue, 02 Aug 2022 16:14:10 Z2022-08-03T09:44:33Zfd7a68c6-59d6-44f9-bfd1-b6267b4fa7b8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-qvsr-seafarers-centres-charity-launches-port-welfare-service-expansion/A new charitable company, QVSR Seafarers Centres, has been set by the Queen Victoria Seamen's Rest (QVSR), enabling it to expand its work for seafarers beyond the Port of London to other UK ports.Tue, 02 Aug 2022 14:34:16 Z2022-08-02T15:03:02Zb8ffdf0b-09a2-4697-8903-d7a0957b2093https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seafarer-satisfaction-rises-slightly-but-little-room-for-complacency/Seafarer optimism is showing a slight uptick globally in the second quarter of the regular Seafarers Happiness Index, but the report says this recovery is delicate and could easily be lost if the industry sees more crew change issues.Tue, 02 Aug 2022 11:27:53 Z2022-11-02T16:53:51Zfe02559b-b664-4c5a-9783-233ea68f9278https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/make-your-voice-heard-stand-for-nautilus-council-elections/Nautilus members concerned about the challenges they face as maritime professionals and with ideas for change are being invited to stand for the Union's governing body, the Council.Mon, 01 Aug 2022 13:14:42 Z2022-08-01T13:43:04Zc02930e3-41ae-453c-9d78-b267fc5f6e8bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/charity-launches-global-mental-health-conferences-for-cadets/Sailors’ Society has launched a global series of virtual wellness and mental health conferences, designed exclusively for maritime school students.Fri, 29 Jul 2022 14:06:03 Z2022-09-21T14:54:13Zab4ea12f-76e2-4a0c-b7ba-b48a9f8ac68ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-acts-to-protect-domestic-workers-in-offshore-wind-sector/The United States government is acting to ensure that the country’s workers are not unfairly disadvantaged when seeking work in the growing offshore wind sector, and to limit the sector’s use of vessels flying flags of convenience.Fri, 29 Jul 2022 13:56:44 Z2022-07-29T14:20:42Z8589e433-6ce9-4429-a639-e3baa538a9d8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-hydrographic-office-to-stop-paper-chart-production/The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has announced that it will no longer be producing paper versions of its charts, and instead will be focusing on digital charts.Thu, 28 Jul 2022 12:42:08 Z2022-07-28T15:45:56Z6c542b4f-a6ba-4b46-a463-b79fcb3369e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-issues-safety-flyer-to-fishing-industry-after-man-overboard-investigation/A safety flyer has been issued to the UK fishing industry highlighting lessons learned from a UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) investigation of a fatal man overboard.Wed, 27 Jul 2022 15:28:33 Z2022-07-27T15:32:27Z9297ba2c-f9a0-4d82-ba04-2011414b6579https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/raise-the-red-ensign-and-lower-sea-blindness-for-merchant-navy-day-2022/Nautilus members who want to help reduce 'sea blindness' among the public are encouraged to get involved by supporting the longstanding Fly the Red Ensign campaign, held annually on Merchant Navy Day.Wed, 27 Jul 2022 14:53:59 Z2022-09-01T11:30:00Zfe3bb167-816b-4d6b-8638-eaafb1742ce6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ships-vulnerable-to-infestations-of-insecticide-resistant-bed-bugs-medics-warn/Maritime medics have sounded the alarm over signs of a resurgence of bed bug infestations onboard ships.Wed, 27 Jul 2022 14:42:57 Z2022-07-27T14:45:35Zfade7023-7509-4efe-a850-e2546639231ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/oil-tanker-banned-from-australian-ports-for-non-payment-of-wages/Following complaints around the underpayment seafarers, The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has banned a Liberian-flagged oil tanker from the country’s ports.Wed, 27 Jul 2022 13:53:56 Z2022-07-27T14:49:54Z6f3ab5b0-6b01-4806-97e3-c78885aca68ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/internet-access-boost-for-seafarers-after-mifi-project-extension/A 'lifeline' project ensuring seafarers can gain high-speed internet access while visiting UK ports to contact family and friends has been extended for another year.Wed, 27 Jul 2022 11:10:28 Z2022-07-27T16:07:59Z98e2c836-1476-4a43-8d41-786129331439https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/new-cba-and-a-new-future-for-hydraulic-engineering/After several rounds of negotiations, FNV Waterbouw – a part of Nautilus’s Netherlands branch that focuses on the dredging sector – and CNV have agreed a new collective bargaining agreement with companies that employ hydraulic engineers.Wed, 27 Jul 2022 08:45:07 Z2022-07-27T08:52:33Z65a0c0f2-403b-4381-baa9-2ec08e357923https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/maritime-charities-group-announces-top-class-conference-programme/MCG are delighted to announce that the programme for the 2022 conference is now available, with an exciting range of expert speakers on many important topics. The overall theme of the conference this year is Collaboration in a Time of Crisis.Mon, 25 Jul 2022 14:55:00 Z2022-07-28T08:34:47Z711b9261-f4e7-4283-9c3a-26e04379026fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/call-for-new-chairs-as-maritime-uk-diversity-in-maritime-taskforce-structure-expands/Nominate yourself or others for several vacant chair positions at existing networks and several new project lead positions in the refreshed structure of the Diversity in Maritime Taskforce .Mon, 25 Jul 2022 13:36:38 Z2022-07-25T13:49:21Zf09a1cd3-40d4-4b8b-80b2-c058cbf08052https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seatocity-webinar/New webinar hears from former seafarers about their journey ashore, kicking off with Richard Meikle, partner and Master Mariner at Solis Marine ConsultantsThu, 21 Jul 2022 14:05:06 Z2023-11-15T13:36:44Zb1b8fc57-7acf-4ece-bf56-f618365ff510https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/muster-safety-competition-gongs-go-to-fishing-and-tanker-crews/Winners of a Maritime Safety Week competition to improve muster safety drills have included fishing and tanker crew.Thu, 21 Jul 2022 13:58:13 Z2022-09-02T15:37:52Z6323018b-892b-441d-a436-c358ead31249https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/what-to-look-out-for-when-checking-your-contract/You should never start work on a ship without a written contract. The ITF has drawn up the following checklist you can consult before signingThu, 21 Jul 2022 12:55:08 Z2022-08-05T14:02:05Z0bb772b9-d962-48d4-babe-bf9e53bc4dd5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/before-you-sign-contract-advice/You should never start work on a ship without a written contract. The best guarantee of proper conditions of employment at sea is to only sign a contract drawn up in accordance with an International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF)-approved collective agreementWed, 20 Jul 2022 14:40:57 Z2022-08-05T14:00:23Z3e59e056-e71a-448b-818b-9da8faf886f8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/we-demand-better-full-speech/Nautilus general secretary Mark DIckinson spoke to thousands of union supports at the TUC's 'We Demand Better' rally, calling for proper employment protections in the wake of the P&O Ferries jobs massacreMon, 18 Jul 2022 14:35:21 Z2022-07-18T16:34:20Z6780c1cc-5c56-4dcc-9d30-0a1ce152615dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-for-the-sacked/P&O Ferries, a once-proud British business, unlawfully sacked 800 workers without notice or consultation via a recorded video call. That day 800 families had their lives ripped apart by a callous employer who couldn’t even look them in the eyes as years of hard work was literally rubbished.Mon, 18 Jul 2022 10:35:20 Z2023-03-10T14:36:07Zcc7a0440-e74f-4d45-b214-3b0d1977372dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maersk-steps-down-from-ics-board-over-climate-issues/AP Moller-Maersk has withdrawn from the board of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) due to the organisation’s stance on climate change.Fri, 15 Jul 2022 10:34:27 Z2022-07-20T13:30:21Zabebb9de-f319-44ca-baa8-b633a3330280https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/opening-minds-in-maritime-training/Online learning is here to stay and will increasingly challenge our preconceptions of how maritime education and training should be delivered, according to an award-winning new UK training provider.Thu, 14 Jul 2022 14:23:52 Z2022-07-20T13:31:31Z1f9956c1-7acf-4c64-9c11-e3c69f350777https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-innovation--beyond-the-fine-words/Innovation is a buzzword in maritime, with 'innovation hubs' springing up around the world to encourage the acceleration of automation and greener maritime tech. But are the bold promises of technology being kept, and how does maritime innovation benefit seafarers?Wed, 13 Jul 2022 08:34:43 Z2022-08-19T14:32:19Zdedf818f-7665-4f50-920f-24447291dbbahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sydney-tug-crews-rescue-ship-following-loss-of-power/Tug crews in Sydney, Australia, have been hailed as heroes as they proceeded beyond port limits and into gale force winds and rough seas to assist bulk ship Portland Bay, which lost main engine power after departing Port Kembla on 3 July.Tue, 12 Jul 2022 15:36:34 Z2022-08-08T11:13:31Zde20e03a-039f-4ae3-8c9d-83a8c9781b41https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/suicide-and-poor-mental-health-among-seafarers-must-be-addressed-uk-report-finds/A new report from the Department for Transport and the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has highlighted a worrying pattern of generally poor mental health and even suicide among seafarers.Tue, 12 Jul 2022 10:50:18 Z2022-07-20T13:33:24Z27e32c55-cbab-4779-ac9f-eb0a3a74e5d2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/investment-in-people-is-always-the-solution/After years of Union campaigning, a visa waiver that allows companies to import foreign labour to work on UK offshore windfarms is facing the full-time whistleMon, 11 Jul 2022 10:32:20 Z2022-07-20T12:57:00Z7c38cfbd-d949-4399-a57d-93066b4bc893https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-importance-of-dialogue/This month I paid a visit to Humber Maritime College (HMC). I very much enjoyed my tour of the facilities and it was wonderful to see how engaged the cadets were with the message from Nautilus International, as well as discussing the issues they’ve been having, including around pay and sea time.Mon, 11 Jul 2022 08:58:30 Z2022-11-14T17:07:41Z65ff4bcb-546b-4e4c-ad31-852d892074eahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/yacht-crew-remember-your-schengen-allowance/Miscalculating can have serious consequences for your career. Here's what Nautilus recommendsMon, 11 Jul 2022 08:32:18 Z2024-10-24T15:38:02Z8dc3f618-7b6f-46f8-894d-88a8463f6806https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stella-maris-backs-vatican-shore-leave-calls/An urgent call for all seafarers to be granted shore leave from the Vatican has been backed by Stella Maris.Fri, 08 Jul 2022 10:59:10 Z2022-07-20T13:37:56Z2992e647-386e-4a2f-b263-54c21dd627a8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-general-secretary-joins-trinity-house-younger-brethren/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson has been sworn in as a Younger Brother of long-standing seafarers’ charity Trinity House.Fri, 08 Jul 2022 09:31:08 Z2022-07-20T13:39:26Z0d6c586b-328f-4b6e-9669-83330feb1ca0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-to-lobby-against-loopholes-in-new-uk-minimum-wage-legislation/The UK government has introduced new legislation in the House of Lords to ensure seafarers working from UK ports receive at least equivalent to the National Minimum Wage (NMW).Thu, 07 Jul 2022 13:01:21 Z2022-07-20T13:44:06Z005a68a2-c11c-4d99-91c8-d144e8f09804https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/legal-victory-for-unions-in-port-of-rotterdam-lashing-case/The Court of Rotterdam has ruled in favour of unions including Nautilus International over a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) clause around the lashing of vessels.Thu, 07 Jul 2022 12:28:39 Z2022-07-20T13:45:17Z18efa9cc-b1c5-4fd9-b901-e4e2e2a6a86bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cadets-receive-late-pay-after-sponsor-comes-under-pressure/A number of cadets sponsored by international ship management company Zodiac Maritime have finally received their delayed bursary payments, after several welfare bodies including Nautilus International intervened on their behalf.Wed, 06 Jul 2022 15:49:34 Z2022-07-07T08:02:15Z20157543-485b-44fa-b2ba-1eb4008209e5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nominations-closing-for-merchant-navy-welfare-board-award/Nominations are soon to close for the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) Annual Award for Service to Seafarers’ Welfare.Wed, 06 Jul 2022 13:53:43 Z2022-07-20T13:46:49Z46edfd8a-6454-434b-b74f-7f17274d8954https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tuc-urges-clarity-on-how-trade-union-legislation-will-be-applied/The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has written to Sarah Bedwell, the UK government’s new Certification Officer, expressing concern about her office’s new investigatory powers and the proposed compliance monitoring on trade union elections.Wed, 06 Jul 2022 09:22:11 Z2022-07-20T13:47:51Z6af76215-6312-4065-add6-4e1985c771a8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-safety-week-marked-with-events-and-challenges-for-seafarers/Maritime organisations are promoting greater knowledge and communication about safety through events, challenges and calls to action this Maritime Safety Week (4-8 July).Tue, 05 Jul 2022 12:05:27 Z2022-07-08T08:25:23Z38f68f05-87e5-435a-bcc2-73518a26e0c2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/serious-lifeboat-accident-exposes-safety-inspections-loophole/Two seafarers hospitalised after slings and bracket on lifeboat failedMon, 04 Jul 2022 10:21:03 Z2022-07-04T10:30:45Z5334a7a2-f5dc-418d-bc79-2c76b2ea8967https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/proud-to-be-lgbt-maritime-professionals/Nautilus members and staff were excited to be back at this year's Pride in London parade on 2 July 2022.Mon, 04 Jul 2022 09:18:00 Z2022-08-04T16:10:26Zf8046dbd-88b0-4970-95b8-3422aa33dbc2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/mlc-your-new-rights-explained/Nautilus director of legal services Charles Boyle, a recognised expert on the MLC, explains the latest Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) rights won on behalf of seafarers.Fri, 01 Jul 2022 13:26:08 Z2024-07-31T14:53:47Z50c19fbb-4d1e-4cce-80e0-898e8053be4ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/david-appleton-can-we-get-work-and-rest-right-after-a-century-of-wrongs/Nautilus head of professional and technical David Appleton looks at the history of maritime legislation on hours of work and rest - plus. what Nautilus members had to say on the matterFri, 01 Jul 2022 12:49:01 Z2023-11-14T15:59:34Zb3e584e3-9069-48d1-8638-a1abc24fe249https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-official-joins-talented-new-line-up-of-trustees-at-the-seafarers-charity/Nautilus International's executive director Martyn Gray has been made a trustee of of The Seafarers' Charity.Thu, 30 Jun 2022 17:24:46 Z2022-06-30T17:39:12Zd60549cf-742d-41d9-ae38-90529ebf2466https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/hull-hosts-falklands-40-weekend/Nautilus member Keith Thompson MNM is one of the Norland veterans, and a major driving force behind a weekend of Falklands 40 commemorative events held in Hull.Thu, 30 Jun 2022 16:15:27 Z2022-07-01T13:36:16Z9c7c0a1e-2971-49ab-9c07-a0a5a9a0d9abhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/falklands-40th-anniversary-the-merchant-navy-remembers/Nautilus member Martin Reed spoke on behalf of Merchant Navy veterans at the Falklands 40th anniversary event held by the Royal British Legion at the National Memorial Arboretum.Thu, 30 Jun 2022 16:08:11 Z2022-07-05T11:20:47Z200d2b49-e29f-4462-87d2-48e4d2ae2be6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-gives-evidence-on-maritime-2050-to-select-committee/Nautilus International has submitted written evidence to the Transport Select Committee's inquiry into the implementation, objectives, and effects of the Maritime 2050 plan.Thu, 30 Jun 2022 11:44:02 Z2022-06-30T15:53:43Z0ce3033a-2fe5-4007-a842-fd84c364d1f2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/enforcing-your-mlc-rights/The Maritime Labour Convention 2006 not only guarantees basic rights for seafarers – it also lays out how you can enforce them. Nautilus director of legal services Charles Boyle explains what to do when your rights aren't respected.Mon, 27 Jun 2022 16:03:58 Z2023-11-14T16:01:32Z2d0b97dd-b767-4435-b975-715a55e127f6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-diversity-initiatives-flagged-at-dedicated-uk-pride-month-roundtable/Nautilus was represented at a special Pride month event during Maritime UK's third Pride in Maritime network and roundtable, which discussed upcoming maritime diversity initiativesMon, 27 Jun 2022 13:38:37 Z2022-06-27T13:49:18Zb6a76718-b0cd-4b50-abb9-21cc59518541https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/maritime-welfare-charities-pull-together-to-support-ex-po-ferries-staff/Maritime welfare charities are pulling together to publicise the support available to seafarers who have been made redundant, including ex P&O Ferries staff.Mon, 27 Jun 2022 08:27:28 Z2022-06-27T08:36:51Z6c54eb79-38e4-4c6e-a5a2-43b5351d55a2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/day-of-the-seafarer-working-at-sea-is-not-your-typical-9-to-5-job/For Day of the Seafarer 2022, Kelly de Jong, from the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management, spoke to seafarers Jeroen Bosch and Alex van Roon about their experiences at sea.Fri, 24 Jun 2022 14:16:17 Z2022-06-24T14:55:49Zf7f12212-ebc9-4e8b-9435-1e5b3c8e762bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/norwegian-unions-achieve-historic-victory-with-new-legislation/Norwegian unions are hailing pending legislation to enforce Norwegian pay and conditions in Norwegian waters as a ‘historic victory’.Fri, 24 Jun 2022 11:08:04 Z2022-06-24T12:31:50Zaef14ebc-c082-43f8-9919-f19b4e2ffa1chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-allocates-2.4-million-to-seafarers-mental-wellbeing-rights-and-maritime-skills/The UK Government is allocating £2.4 million for projects to support seafarers' mental wellbeing and maritime projects developing green skills, diversity and ratings training.Thu, 23 Jun 2022 14:50:37 Z2022-06-23T17:27:08Z64567a37-552f-4db1-8b90-b421cc48ede3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-share-their-maritime-journeys-for-day-of-the-seafarer/Nautilus members are sharing personal accounts of their career experience as part of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Day of the Seafarer 2022.Thu, 23 Jun 2022 13:51:06 Z2022-06-28T11:48:58Z2c486378-92c1-4abe-a34f-460efe9a86cbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/equality-and-diversity-working-towards-equality-of-opportunity-in-maritime/Whether you have stumbled into a maritime career by chance, by family tradition, or via a non-seafaring route, you may find mentoring can help with your career progress.Thu, 23 Jun 2022 12:26:54 Z2022-08-12T08:20:28Z915d8161-3a9e-4dba-85fd-6e07fd7aa983https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/100-days-on-from-po-ferries/One of the actions contained in the nine-point plan is to give powers to harbour authorities to refuse access to vessels whose operators do not pay their seafarers the National Minimum Wage.Thu, 23 Jun 2022 12:11:35 Z2022-07-25T12:31:30Z8ae04d71-55a2-4ebe-95d2-4e92d28289b7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/equality-and-diversity-how-to-be-an-ally/Maritime UK's recent Global Women in Maritime series highlighted the 'ripple of change' needed to attract a greater diversity of maritime professionals at the first webinar on How to be an Ally.Thu, 23 Jun 2022 08:18:07 Z2022-06-23T14:35:49Z9e6f852a-f68f-4a4a-b9b0-5930c358ae44https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-cadets-offered-free-virtual-wellbeing-support-by-sailors-society/In a first for the maritime industry the Sailors' Society has launched a series of virtual global wellness and mental health conferences designed for maritime cadets.Wed, 22 Jun 2022 16:16:47 Z2022-06-22T16:25:22Z736950bc-165c-44c6-8e5e-373fa1cca08ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-and-maritime-charities-collaborate-on-new-uk-fishing-guide/A new guide to improving welfare standards on fishing vessels has been launched that clarifies key elements of UK legislation relating to the International Convention on Work in Fishing (C188).Wed, 22 Jun 2022 15:45:23 Z2022-06-22T16:04:25Z54789097-eadd-45f3-ba5d-bec90a178273https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-affiliate-endorses-essential-pillars-of-us-jones-act-in-supporting-jobs-for-maritime-professionals/A Nautilus Federation affiliate representing American masters and mates has endorsed a successful resolution in support of the US Merchant Marine law known as the Jones Act which has been adopted by a federation of trade unions in the US.Wed, 22 Jun 2022 14:11:00 Z2022-06-22T15:07:34Zec624f35-5509-4203-b469-08fa43fe6808https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/retiring-how-do-you-do-that/Kees Wiersum explains how, after a lifetime as a member, Nautilus International helped him achieve a comfortable retirement.Wed, 22 Jun 2022 08:24:31 Z2022-06-22T08:37:21Z51f4c744-6741-4981-87db-5763677c3662https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/iswan-recommends-social-ambassadors-and-free-wifi-to-improve-crew-wellbeing/The International Seafarers' Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) has made recommendations on ways to improve crew wellbeing, based on the latest findings from its ongoing Social Interaction Matters (SIM) Project.Tue, 21 Jun 2022 10:29:14 Z2022-06-21T15:58:56Z6eb6abed-1488-4fd2-8dbe-b03470a6dbf0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-update-a-union-federation-working-for-you/What maritime issues were on the agenda at the 6th ETF Congress in Budapest in May 2022? Here are some snapshots of the event from the ETF maritime team.Mon, 20 Jun 2022 15:37:00 Z2023-06-02T13:08:47Za1f31166-f3a7-4b1d-ab11-8d072d332a04https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-speaks-for-maritime-professionals-at-packed-tuc-rally/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson led calls for stronger collective bargaining rights and an end to exploitative employment practices at the We Demand Better March and Rally, organised by the Trades Union Congress (TUC).Mon, 20 Jun 2022 14:27:06 Z2022-06-24T13:00:16Z3b9ed801-4ed0-4ba8-bfd1-1157fe91830ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/investigators-stress-crew-numbers-for-mooring-after-incident/Accident investigators have stressed the importance of having sufficient crew to safely undertake mooring and unmooring operations following a fresh incident in which a seafarer suffered serious injuries.Fri, 17 Jun 2022 14:32:20 Z2022-06-20T15:04:30Ze27c202d-cba6-4ebf-91ed-3806818d542dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-drops-covid-19-test-requirement-for-air-travellers/The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced that the US will no longer require international air travellers entering the country to have proof of a negative Covid-19 test.Thu, 16 Jun 2022 15:30:16 Z2022-06-16T15:41:24Z31742f61-54ca-4c3f-afa0-5c3255e18be4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-ceo-appointed-at-the-seafarers-charity/The Seafarers’ Charity has appointed Deborah Layde as its chief executive officer after a unanimous decision from the chair and trustees of the charity’s General Council.Thu, 16 Jun 2022 11:28:01 Z2022-06-16T11:36:13Z80fad96f-010c-43e0-8e20-b072099abbbahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/report-shows-increase-in-safety-incidents-during-pandemic/A new report by Inmarsat has revealed a rise in reported safety incidents during the Covid-19 pandemic.Wed, 15 Jun 2022 12:17:19 Z2022-06-15T14:11:18Zf1672b18-8d22-4be3-b579-258b15d42573https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/lawyers-say-prompt-action-needed-to-avoid-collisions-after-landmark-singapore-straits-case/Lawyers have warned seafarers of the need to take prompt action to avoid collisions following an ‘unhelpful’ landmark Admiralty Court case to determine responsibility for a costly crash in the Singapore Straits in 2019.Wed, 15 Jun 2022 12:03:36 Z2022-06-15T14:10:43Ze3bc7f33-46cd-4514-b8b3-cfa5f275ea98https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/experts-call-for-improved-oil-leak-detection-after-fire-on-president-eisenhower-containership/US safety experts have called for improved systems to be fitted to ships to enable rapid detection of oil leaks to prevent fires in machinery spaces.Wed, 15 Jun 2022 11:52:23 Z2022-06-15T14:10:38Z6349df2b-7021-4d64-820f-c7bbbe05d2f9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/fond-farewells-for-nautilus-welfare-fund-manager-after-a-decade-of-dedication/Staff and residents at Mariners' Park have paid a fond farewell to its longstanding welfare manager, Mick Howarth.Fri, 10 Jun 2022 14:25:00 Z2022-08-12T10:39:47Z285ab977-f6b2-4192-9e06-ade957fc6ceahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-director-of-welfare-and-care-announced-for-nautilus-welfare-fund-charity/A new director of welfare and care, Andrew Jones, has been appointed to the Nautilus Welfare Fund charity.Fri, 10 Jun 2022 12:30:00 Z2022-10-07T09:31:40Z40599570-2c65-4a65-bd52-9a49e16fa687https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stuart-rivers-mnwb-interview/Stuart Rivers describes the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) as ‘possibly the greatest charity no-one’s ever heard of’, but has big plans to put it on the map. With a background in the tech industry and a mandate to modernise, there could be some changes ahead for constituent membersFri, 10 Jun 2022 12:16:03 Z2022-06-10T13:51:51Zc8237901-33fd-4c0b-8ecf-f30ad207985dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/inland-waterways-ferry-skipper-jeroen-van-de-voort-on-union-support-gps-and-what-he-might-do-when-he-grows-up/Netherlands-based Jeroen van de Voort started out as a deck officer at sea and is now a ferry skipper on the inland waterways. He talks about his involvement with the Union and his many nautical interestsFri, 10 Jun 2022 09:39:03 Z2025-07-30T09:28:57Ze4f56821-f649-4ad4-abe9-4a2366a5a01bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/italy-to-allow-extended-schengen-visas-for-yacht-crew/The Italian parliament has agreed that yacht crew who are not EU residents will be able to apply for a 365-day visa to remain in the Schengen Area, helping to solve an ongoing issue for yacht workers visiting the country.Wed, 08 Jun 2022 13:35:47 Z2022-11-22T17:53:42Za3a85ded-088f-47aa-bb67-35c2b21992c4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rally-with-nautilus-and-have-your-voice-heard-for-demanding-better-for-uk-maritime-workers/Nautilus is encouraging members to join its campaign for fair workplaces and to hold P&O Ferries accountable for sacking 786 loyal and dedicated seafarers, by joining a national UK rally demanding better for workers.Tue, 07 Jun 2022 14:09:32 Z2022-06-07T14:28:34Z7614b041-e13f-498d-ae2e-89c26bc3955dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rising-inflation-recognised-in-new-stena-line-one-off-salary-uplift/Nautilus members at Stena Line will receive a 2% one-off uplift in salaries from July 2022 in recognition by the ferry company of increasing inflation costs in the UK.Wed, 01 Jun 2022 12:09:42 Z2022-06-01T14:44:39Z8ea47031-f270-4fe1-9133-3807e52ae0a5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-supporting-seafarers-during-global-conflict-by-stella-maris-ceo-martin-foley/Maritime Charity Column: Supporting seafarers on both sides of the conflict during the war in Ukraine by Stella Maris CEO and European regional coordinator Martin FoleyWed, 01 Jun 2022 11:49:02 Z2022-06-06T12:00:20Z7f834489-ab96-43c4-ab95-9e92df523be7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/focus-on-mariners-park-tales-from-coordinating-activities/After eight and a half years as activities coordinator for retired seafarers at Mariners' Park, Roger Cliffe-Thompson says his job has developed him in ways he could not have imaginedTue, 31 May 2022 15:57:09 Z2022-06-01T09:19:32Z4046723e-3b19-4b1e-b91f-58d94a08755ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/shore-leave-for-cadets-your-rights-and-how-to-enforce-them/If you're on a seatime phase, you are entitled to shore leave under longstanding international agreements.Tue, 31 May 2022 14:06:14 Z2022-05-31T15:07:53Zfde71e57-223e-4ae1-a6e3-277e86771f46https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-charities-pay-tribute-to-their-british-royal-patron-ahead-of-the-queens-platinum-jubilee/Maritime Charities with the British monarch as their Patron have paid digital and green tributes in honour of her support over a 70 year reign.Tue, 31 May 2022 11:06:04 Z2022-06-10T12:41:09Z85830b0f-ba8c-4694-bf88-a29fa8192504https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/sea-to-city-the-hard-work-was-worth-it/After two years of struggling to move ashore, Ron Llamas joined the Sea to City scheme and made his aspirations a reality.Mon, 30 May 2022 15:42:53 Z2023-08-11T15:07:04Z89755ec0-dc60-43ee-beec-b68f820e7e98https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-jobs-is-back/With more than 40 roles posted since the beginning of the year, the relaunched Nautilus Jobs site is the perfect place to find your next position at sea or ashore.Mon, 30 May 2022 15:12:59 Z2022-06-08T10:20:11Zcb821977-9c85-4d46-b8dd-1cecb8f5aad6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/re-elected-general-secretary-of-seafarers-union-of-croatia-welcomes-influx-of-young-maritime-professionals/Nautilus Federation affiliate the Seafarers' Union of Croatia (SUC) has re-elected its general secretary Neven Melvan for a second term. The SUC works closely with Nautilus at the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) .Mon, 30 May 2022 13:37:44 Z2022-05-31T09:54:51Zd82c9205-5f76-464f-adbe-1c27e0565fcahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-launches-consultation-over-changes-to-seafarer-medical-fees/Nautilus is encouraging UK members to take part in a consultation on whether the fixed price for seafarer medicals (ENG1) should be abolished.Mon, 30 May 2022 10:46:55 Z2022-05-30T11:56:41Z594b7db5-7183-468a-96f4-d47752109265https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ships-salute-for-queens-platinum-jubilee/Merchant Navy vessels in the UK are preparing to join in a special nationwide 'Ships Salute' for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.Fri, 27 May 2022 15:34:31 Z2022-05-31T12:40:40Z791fab75-77d7-45c0-8be4-c0a989921c28https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wales-tuc-in-unanimous-support-for-nautilus-motions/Nautilus International received unanimous support for its motions on green shipping corridors and maritime education from affiliates and trades union councils, at the Wales Trades Union Congress (TUC Cymru).Fri, 27 May 2022 09:07:20 Z2022-12-01T16:34:20Z7399870e-2664-4d35-804e-3211d61ebd7fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fair-ferries-pando-ferries-a-bleak-new-chapter-in-employment-rights/March 17, 2022 became an infamous day in the history of the British maritime industry and for employment rights across the countryThu, 26 May 2022 12:45:05 Z2022-08-24T08:19:53Ze087ccca-d2c5-47f1-8cf8-4dd1985202f2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-highlights-poor-training-and-inadequate-ppe-in-fumigant-poisoning-incident/A UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) report on a fumigant poisoning accident that left one person injured has found that officers and inadequate personal protective equipment (PPE) contributed to the incident.Mon, 23 May 2022 15:51:16 Z2022-05-30T11:18:28Z7f223749-5ca2-49ed-9714-a400ea449d17https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/time-to-take-a-fresh-look-at-cadet-training-targets/The agreed target for cadet recruitment is decades out of date and must be reassessed, writes Iain Mackinnon, former secretary to the Maritime Skills Alliance and commissioner with the Maritime Skills CommissionMon, 23 May 2022 13:31:56 Z2023-01-03T17:18:46Zccf8d3a0-773e-4722-96cb-5605154d1775https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/beyond-the-two-percent-report-on-women-seafarers-highlights-diversity-challenges-across-vessel-types/Challenges and barriers faced by female seafarers on specific vessel types are explored in a new report compiled by The Mission to Seafarers to aid understanding of diversity in maritime.Fri, 20 May 2022 16:23:24 Z2022-05-30T11:18:28Z2749e598-9f93-4954-a812-590d9db03eechttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/multimillion-pound-uk-maritime-grant-scheme-boost-for-careers-diversity-skills-and-mental-health/A new multimillion pound grant scheme expected to 'revolutionise' the maritime charities sector has been launched by the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB).Fri, 20 May 2022 13:00:17 Z2022-05-30T11:18:28Z0b578f35-337b-4e58-afcd-9098c42a303bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/building-a-fairer-ferry-industry/Building a fairer ferry industry: Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson 's regular comment.Fri, 20 May 2022 07:45:00 Z2022-06-01T11:12:26Z1925c259-5cdb-4f25-bc8d-72c38d06ce41https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/inclusive-cultures-need-allies-hears-first-trans-pacific-women-in-maritime-webinar/A new dialogue between maritime women and allies in the UK and Australia kicked off with a webinar on how to bring work colleagues to the diversity and inclusion conversation, and make them an ally in overcoming workplace barriers.Thu, 19 May 2022 10:34:50 Z2022-05-30T11:18:28Z54f1f208-47fc-4ce7-8352-8968fb55c1b3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-rivercruise-cba-agreed-between-sea-chefs-and-nautilus-international/Sea Chefs Group has signed a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with Nautilus International's Switzerland branch, which covers about 1,700 employees working on rivercruise ships for various tour operators and ship owners in Europe.Thu, 19 May 2022 09:19:18 Z2022-05-19T09:45:09Zfa3a5dd7-4869-4040-a8c7-9bb7520aa8ddhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/women-in-maritime-diversity-benchmarking-report-highlights-bright-spots-in-fragmented-industry/A new global gender diversity benchmarking study, published by the International Maritime Organization on its first Women In Maritime day, shows that while female representation is increasing in some sectors much work still has to be done in others.Wed, 18 May 2022 14:41:59 Z2022-05-18T15:21:38Zf7646b16-dc6f-4114-b15b-ec12aa9f1eb0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uplift-to-seafarers-minimum-wage-agreed/The ILO minimum wage for seafarers has been increased to $673 from $648 following negotiations between seafarers' representatives and shipowners' representatives in Geneva, Switzerland.Wed, 18 May 2022 13:40:21 Z2022-05-30T11:18:28Z4b30703f-40d8-4c5e-9d47-6043d1cdb88ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-member-carolyn-vincent-tallships-master/Interview with Carolyn Vincent, tallships sail training masterWed, 18 May 2022 07:00:00 Z2025-07-30T08:04:59Z19a04845-2e67-43d1-9418-41eabce39d26https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-cross-transport-inclusion-summit-date-set/Following a successful cross-transport inclusion summit during London International Shipping Week last year, Maritime UK, will host a similar meeting for all women and male allies in transport on 12 October 2022.Tue, 17 May 2022 12:13:31 Z2022-05-30T11:18:28Zeee220d6-5c31-4c5a-bf34-809252ef08e3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-condemns-uk-government-in-report-on-exploitation-of-fishers/The International Transport Workers’ federation (ITF) is highlighting the UK’s inadequate visa system in a new report on exploitation of workers in the country’s fishing industry.Mon, 16 May 2022 15:45:15 Z2022-05-30T11:18:28Z2ef4d19a-10c1-4e13-9aaf-346594c4dde9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/officer-of-the-watch-dawn-franklyn-hopes-to-see-more-action-on-improving-seafarers-mental-health/Nautilus Champion Dawn Franklyn who is an Officer of the Watch Unlimited and freelance skipper hopes to see more action on improving seafarers' mental health.Mon, 16 May 2022 15:00:00 Z2025-07-30T08:05:21Zda081516-305c-4e8b-bc20-93713e525261https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-member-ellie-johnson-former-second-officer/Nautilus International's meet a member interview with second officer Ellie JohnsonMon, 16 May 2022 13:45:00 Z2024-02-05T12:40:50Zcf504b1f-6327-4ee6-ae6f-3b83ec621135https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/key-wins-for-seafarers-at-mlc-negotiations/Seafarers have won important concessions on connectivity, food and personal protective equipment during negotiations on amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC).Mon, 16 May 2022 11:10:30 Z2024-05-21T11:48:03Z496d88b9-4204-4e1b-8988-2b58d3c819c9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cost-of-living-crisis-safety-net-set-up-for-seafarers/Two maritime charities have created a 'Safety Net' for UK Merchant Navy seafarers as a response to the cost-of-living crisis.Fri, 13 May 2022 13:40:24 Z2022-08-10T09:04:41Zad0cfebe-956b-40ad-b622-14256ab26905https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/fresh-concerns-over-marine-pilot-safety-following-fall-from-ladder/Improvements to safety training and better communication of best practices called for by safety regulatorFri, 13 May 2022 13:36:58 Z2022-05-30T11:18:28Z75d655e3-2fde-4258-8ac3-e6eef56cfe88https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/dynamic-positioning-officer-karley-smiths-career-heads-ashore/Nautilus International's meet a member interview with Karley Smith, a former oil and gas sector DPOFri, 13 May 2022 07:00:00 Z2025-07-30T08:03:28Z11e1e713-73a4-41da-8509-32cd96faa7b5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/former-yacht-purser-samantha-morris-raises-the-flag-for-mental-health-in-maritime/Samantha Morris explains why she believes mental health awareness is key to building a better future for the maritime industry after the pandemic.Thu, 12 May 2022 11:54:00 Z2025-07-30T09:25:55Z9f86a497-ce57-4333-b538-4b6357718b8ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-trigger-un-investigation-over-uks-failure-to-enforce-laws-that-protect-workers/An official complaint to the International Labour Organization seeks changes to the law to prevent illegal sacking of workers, provide punitive damages for non-compliance, and sector-wide collective bargaining between unions and employersWed, 11 May 2022 13:32:48 Z2022-05-30T11:18:28Z1ccb7c42-ca7b-49d1-887d-e4d767cef88ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-rejects-attempts-by-swiss-government-to-deregulate-its-flag/Nautilus has rejected attempts by the Swiss government to introduce legislation for commercial ships that would abandon flag requirements common across European Union (EU) states.Wed, 11 May 2022 08:12:20 Z2022-05-30T11:18:28Z3000195f-463c-4f3a-be19-8b4b458aa228https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/government-actions-not-enough-to-force-po-ferries-rethink-and-prevent-seafarer-exploitation/The UK government will outline plans to bring forward legislation intending to extend coverage of the national minimum wage to seafarers operating in UK waters. This move is part of the Transport Secretary’s nine-point plan.Mon, 09 May 2022 16:14:14 Z2022-07-18T15:25:28Z4f7de9ec-1107-423b-bbc3-594c9879d187https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/david-appleton-why-our-ferry-safety-concerns-are-not-going-away/When P&O Ferries decided to sack 800 of its staff without warning and replace them with inexperienced agency crew, Nautilus immediately raised concerns with the MCA about the safety implications of the decision. Safety inspections have since been made, but that's far from the end of the matter.Mon, 09 May 2022 16:00:00 Z2022-11-15T16:02:44Z67cf67f1-9e79-412c-aa19-5048a8be587bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/emergency-funding-drive-allows-jst-to-pay-owed-wages-to-crew/The UK tallship charity Jubilee Sailing Trust (JST) has broken through its first £500k emergency cash target as it tries to emerge from a pandemic-induced funding crisis.Mon, 09 May 2022 15:43:51 Z2022-05-30T11:18:28Z2e0082fe-e28d-48cf-bf82-154ca81a03ddhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/improve-your-conditions-member-involvement-makes-a-difference-in-collective-bargaining-agreement-negotiations/Members with Nautilus International's Dutch branch have won important concessions on the issues that matter to them, after getting involved in Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) negotiations.Mon, 09 May 2022 15:10:57 Z2022-05-16T13:14:27Zf5c4c1fd-1f03-4dcb-8e8f-29ad5579dadahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/offshore-wind-end-the-exploitation/Following the P&O Ferries crisis, Nautilus is asking the UK government to end a visa programme that undercuts local terms and conditions, blocking UK seafarers from jobs in offshore wind.Mon, 09 May 2022 10:51:43 Z2022-05-10T08:55:06Zc4ea7007-b144-4838-8eab-af28cb959019https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pando-ferries-ceo-blames-public-anger-on-misinformation/P&O Ferries CEO Peter Hebblethwaite has blamed 'misinformation' for public outrage caused by the company's decision to lay off 800 UK seafarers, in footage seen by Nautilus International.Fri, 06 May 2022 15:53:34 Z2022-07-18T15:33:30Z35d378f8-b639-4af1-a600-86fc331521d5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/celebrations-of-talent-and-skills-for-first-international-women-in-maritime-day/Nautilus is encouraging members to support the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) first International Day for Women in Maritime on 18 May, which will become an annual celebration of the talents and skills of female maritime professionals.Thu, 05 May 2022 14:42:14 Z2022-05-30T11:18:28Z59ef53be-0e2b-42df-bfb4-0925672ad0f5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-marine-academy-opens-on-river-dart/A new training institution, the South Devon College Marine Academy, has opened after 10 years of preparatory work.Thu, 05 May 2022 10:42:08 Z2022-05-30T11:18:28Za5aab958-2608-4c65-8e34-3720afc789e3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-report-on-dutch-vessel-container-loss-puts-focus-on-crew-and-securing-arrangements/A UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) report into the loss of containers from a Netherlands-registered vessel, has suggested that a combination of crew and equipment factors contributed to the loss.Wed, 04 May 2022 10:58:08 Z2022-05-30T11:18:28Ze572f270-5b3f-4ee9-ac4d-59f467c9c7e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/solidarity-in-studies/International policy-making depends on good research, and in the shipping industry much of this work is carried out by the World Maritime University – often with the participation of Nautilus membersTue, 03 May 2022 17:13:40 Z2022-05-05T11:11:20Z9739d838-7cee-43b4-974f-7f8723464663https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/positives-and-pitfalls-of-social-partnerships/Nautilus special report: how two major international union federations maintain sometimes fractious relationships with shipowner groups in order to influence the big decisionsTue, 03 May 2022 16:11:41 Z2022-05-04T13:27:33Z92383526-9bf4-47b7-9c58-9241205dad04https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-supports-members-on-abramovich-superyacht-as-russian-sanctions-bite/Nautilus members working on one of the world's best-known superyachts – MV Eclipse – have approached the Union with concerns about non-payment of wages.Fri, 29 Apr 2022 13:51:56 Z2022-10-27T16:23:38Z2b2ba10c-fc7d-42ea-947a-8ed30954cb4ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-pays-agency-crew-3.94-an-hour/P&O Ferries is paying some agency crew a 'despicably low' basic wage of £3.94 per hour.Fri, 29 Apr 2022 13:15:36 Z2022-07-18T15:41:08Z1bd88c82-b5e8-4e74-b7a4-14e6f4ff6689https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/expanded-maib-investigation-reveals-deep-seated-problems-with-wight-class-vessel-engines/The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published its full investigation into an August 2018 incident in which the Wightlink ferry Wight Sky suffered a catastrophic main engine failure as it prepared to enter the Lymington River.Fri, 29 Apr 2022 13:10:46 Z2022-04-29T13:34:18Z07b14f0f-ee10-42f1-b712-1d0606a4eda5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-happiness-index-hits-rock-bottom-in-q1-2022/The latest Seafarers Happiness Index report from The Mission to Seafarers reveals the lowest levels of seafarer satisfaction for eight years.Thu, 28 Apr 2022 15:42:24 Z2022-11-02T16:54:40Zfbd7cc20-828a-4a2e-9014-dcdbfbc59a7ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stuc-unanimously-passes-nautilus-po-ferries-emergency-motion/The Scottish Trades Union Congress (STUC) has unanimously passed an emergency motion put forward by Nautilus International, pledging its ongoing support to the Union's fight for a fair ferries sector.Thu, 28 Apr 2022 15:12:57 Z2022-07-18T15:50:45Zca6d15ff-7a5a-4257-a5f9-db9a1df3af64https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/change-of-helm-at-seafarers-hospital-society/A past deputy general secretary of Nautilus International, Peter McEwen, was thanked for his long service to the Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS) during a celebration marking the end of bicentennial commemorations for the 200-year-old charity.Wed, 27 Apr 2022 15:15:18 Z2022-04-27T16:17:53Z95e84e71-3b19-42b3-8efc-327598288cdfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-motions-on-green-shipping-decarbonisation-and-fatigue-win-support-at-stuc-2022/Three Nautilus motions supporting efforts to ensure equitable green shipping, a just transition in decarbonisation for maritime workers, and improving fatigue issues facing seafarers were unanimously accepted at the Scottish Trades Union Congress (STUC).Wed, 27 Apr 2022 13:30:15 Z2022-05-27T09:23:28Ze9d7b777-e27d-4438-9b35-8e84c3479071https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/french-unions-back-nautilus-in-po-ferries-battle/French trade unions have shown their support for Nautilus International and its partners in their work to undo the damage from the P&O Ferries crisis, as meetings kick off with the UK government and shipowners on Thursday.Wed, 27 Apr 2022 10:33:18 Z2022-04-27T14:21:14Zb58c826f-a21e-4060-8f4f-1878b16ceb81https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-nautilus-issues-statement-on-european-causeway-incident/Nautilus International is highlighting the fact that the decision by P&O Ferries to sack experienced seafarers has directly led to an expensive multi-agency response, after the European Causeway lost power while sailing between Cairnryan and Larne yesterday.Wed, 27 Apr 2022 09:32:55 Z2022-07-18T15:58:08Z22100bbe-9437-4619-8693-08f204f2f2b4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-participates-in-dutch-ukraine-initiative/Nautilus International has joined with other maritime organisations, businesses and charities in the Seafarers' Initiative in Dutch Ports, which is aimed at assisting seafarers affected by the Ukraine conflict.Wed, 27 Apr 2022 08:14:43 Z2022-10-27T16:24:59Zd7a186ff-2bb2-492f-a997-3f1cb26c2cdehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/jubilee-trust-making-progress-on-fundraising-target/The Jubilee Sailing Trust (JST) has extended the deadline to raise more than half a million pounds to save the charity, which suffered from lost revenue during the Covid-19 pandemic.Tue, 26 Apr 2022 12:34:56 Z2022-05-09T10:03:07Z74d8e909-8485-4e2b-8ef9-31dabb163df1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/marine-consultant-gareth-mathias-on-professional-development-union-volunteering-and-maritime-charities/Glasgow-based Gareth Mathias is a former chief officer who now works as a self-employed marine consultant for Southside Marine. He volunteered as a Union lay representative while at sea and now regularly attends the Nautilus Professional and Technical Forum.Mon, 25 Apr 2022 15:37:36 Z2025-07-30T09:28:30Z3a091766-ebe1-43d9-bdd2-8fcbcbb61288https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cadet-pay-muddles-and-online-training-quality-flagged-at-nautilus-equality-and-diversity-forum/Better and fairer pay for cadets globally, the poor quality of some online training and the cost of career personal development training were among a raft of topics raised at the Nautilus Equality and Diversity Forum (EDF) .Mon, 25 Apr 2022 14:07:38 Z2022-04-25T15:19:20Z5d9d7465-583e-4e5a-a0bf-6facd6e11fabhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/norway-makes-progress-on-fair-deal-for-ferry-workers/Norwegian ferry company Hurtigruten has called for international vessels in Norwegian waters to pay Norwegian salary levels, plus Norwegian terms and conditions.Fri, 22 Apr 2022 14:54:03 Z2022-04-22T16:12:42Z83929881-8179-4599-816d-b4af9c10f7dfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-pushes-to-build-back-fairer-at-tuc-young-workers-conference/A Nautilus motion to ensure young workers are at the heart of 'build back fairer' policies was unanimously passed at this year's Trades Union Congress (TUC) Young Workers Conference.Fri, 22 Apr 2022 13:42:48 Z2022-04-22T13:57:46Z43d95995-f084-4df4-b2f2-c970403ec146https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-rally-against-po-ferries-at-dp-world-hq/Representatives from dozens of trade union organisations around the world gathered at DP World headquarters in London to protest the sacking of P&O Ferries workers.Fri, 22 Apr 2022 11:24:56 Z2022-07-19T09:07:33Z85cb817d-40b0-4b6c-b6c3-22fe73824c80https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mlc-now-ratified-by-101-countries/Oman and San Marino have become the latest two countries to ratify the Maritime Labour Convention (2006).Fri, 22 Apr 2022 11:08:09 Z2022-04-22T11:14:41Z021c9a54-8d39-4964-a1aa-0bfc07cecbc9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/norwegian-government-falls-short-on-maritime-net-salary-scheme/Norway's new Labour-led coalition government under Jonas Gahr Støre has disappointed maritime unions over its net salary scheme. The promised strengthening of the scheme, which featured in the pre-election campaign and new government programme, has not materialised.Thu, 21 Apr 2022 13:35:47 Z2022-04-21T13:40:34Z856b1cfd-83e6-4338-9896-7718f86ec3behttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-itf-inspectors-blocked-from-checking-on-crew-welfare/Nautilus International and the ITF are calling on the UK government to intervene, after inspectors seeking to ensure the welfare of seafarers were denied access to P&O Ferries vessels in the Port of Dover.Wed, 20 Apr 2022 14:48:50 Z2022-07-19T09:13:57Z2b58cc44-bce3-4413-898b-c57d8e8d10fehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/get-involved-thursday-protest-against-po-ferries/A new demonstration is to be held in London on Thursday 21 April to protest the sacking of 800 seafarers by P&O Ferries.Tue, 19 Apr 2022 15:43:25 Z2022-07-19T09:25:52Z087e6da7-73d6-487c-85d8-4fbc1c2b27f4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/global-lgbt-workers-survey-underway/Nautilus is contributing insights into research on LGBT+ issues faced by transport key workers which is being carried out by the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF).Tue, 19 Apr 2022 14:29:00 Z2022-05-05T08:40:15Zed2808ba-2571-4e25-88d7-c3e714990675https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/swiss-unions-rally-for-ukrainian-seafarers/Swiss labour unions, including Nautilus International, have rallied to support Ukrainian seafarers caught up in the Russia-Ukraine invasion.Tue, 19 Apr 2022 11:55:55 Z2022-10-27T16:26:39Z1cf53047-f2bf-46da-9232-6ac61f105b9fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-caseworkers-generate-a-record-1.32m-in-benefits-owed-for-mariners/Nautilus caseworkers have continued to ensure mariners are getting the benefits and grants they are entitled to - helping generate a record £1.32m for 535 mariners in 2021.Tue, 19 Apr 2022 11:00:00 Z2022-04-19T11:23:40Z89542d8e-49ef-4ce0-8c0e-2e1de4a96eb6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-update-po-ferries-and-europes-race-to-the-bottom/The sacking without consultation of some 800 P&O Ferries seafarers isn't just a UK problem, but has implications for the European Union, writes Estelle Brentnall of the ETF. Plus: European solidary with Ukraine; and social security for seafarersThu, 14 Apr 2022 14:50:19 Z2024-09-10T10:41:45Z2eb7a877-6adb-4251-9422-92ab1b5555cdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/denmark-union-pushes-ahead-with-maersk-shore-leave-case/A Danish union is pressing on with legal action against Maersk for denying crew shore leave during the coronavirus pandemic.Thu, 14 Apr 2022 14:11:04 Z2022-04-14T14:23:27Z9f944808-9ce2-45b4-9c33-a42dcb33b68ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ukrainian-seafarers-to-benefit-from-merchant-navy-welfare-board-sim-card-initiative/Thousands of Ukrainian seafarers visiting UK ports will be able to contact loved ones back home thanks to a national connectivity initiative that the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) has signed up to.Wed, 13 Apr 2022 15:44:35 Z2022-10-27T16:27:20Z4cf07389-213f-43db-a5ab-e464ab847dfbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/safety-concerns-raised-following-draft-marking-seafarer-fatalities/Nautilus has added its voice to industry concerns after two separate seafarer fatalities, which occurred while officers carried out draft marking on vessels.Wed, 13 Apr 2022 14:12:27 Z2022-04-13T14:24:25Z3ceba514-5ed1-427c-97cc-484525603778https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mariners-warned-on-the-dangers-of-sleep-inertia/Safety experts have warned seafarers about the risks of taking over a watch and carrying out critical duties soon after they wake up.Wed, 13 Apr 2022 13:09:33 Z2022-04-13T13:16:06Zee17ab16-2376-4365-baf7-75ccf5db3f8dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-spirit-of-britain-detained-after-safety-inspection/The P&O Ferries vessel Spirit of Britain has been detained after it failed its Port State Control Inspection.Wed, 13 Apr 2022 12:42:07 Z2022-07-19T09:37:40Z58b184cd-c544-4a1d-9bd0-d394a78e7e27https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/trans-pacific-diversity-webinars-planned-for-international-day-for-women-in-maritime/Maritime UK is launching a new Global Women in Maritime series with Women in Maritime Australia to share best practice and discuss barriers in the industry.Wed, 13 Apr 2022 10:13:33 Z2022-04-13T10:37:46Z9114c3e4-59df-4e36-9646-1eff10b8f5c9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-maritime-autonomy-research-centre-to-focus-on-human-element/Solent University has established a new Warsash MASS Research Centre (WMRC) in a bid to become a centre of excellence in the field of maritime automation.Tue, 12 Apr 2022 12:37:22 Z2022-04-12T12:42:28Zd69bb743-fba5-41c5-a5a6-c9e3812c2431https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/mca-announces-extra-exam-time-for-dyslexic-cadets-in-uk/The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has issued a new Marine Information Notice (MIN 676) that allows examination candidates with dyslexia to have extra time in exams to ensure they are not disadvantaged.Tue, 12 Apr 2022 11:10:26 Z2022-04-12T11:59:45Z0e18f2bc-ac42-41b3-8498-6524471732c5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-always-on-hand-in-these-troubled-times-by-iswan-ceo-simon-grainge/I took over as chief executive at the International Seafarers' Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) in June 2021, as the organisation was settling into the new normal after 15 months of extraordinary demand for our services due to the pandemic.Tue, 12 Apr 2022 09:50:46 Z2022-05-31T10:57:36Zd8e9e631-f1d4-4015-b787-3cb50283b90chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/jubilee-sailing-trust-launches-urgent-public-appeal-to-save-charity-from-closure/A pandemic-induced cashflow crisis is threatening to end a UK tallship charity's 40 year history of maritime training for a mixed ability crew.Mon, 11 Apr 2022 13:34:15 Z2022-04-26T16:11:06Z075322c3-fcb1-4a94-834d-2cb4ed3a4839https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/covid-travel-exemption-does-not-apply-to-leisure-or-training-travel-nautilus-advises/Nautilus International is reminding yacht members to ensure that they are only using the seafarers travel exemption when travelling to the UK in the 'course of work'Fri, 08 Apr 2022 15:11:46 Z2022-04-08T15:27:46Zdca47a20-4d64-49a9-b091-86cc661b0ae1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/just-transition-for-maritime-decarbonisation-wins-support-at-singapore-maritime-week/The shipping industry's Just Transition Task Force has announced the Singapore Maritime Foundation as its first programme partner – boosting the global initiative to make the decarbonisation process fair to maritime workers.Fri, 08 Apr 2022 11:55:43 Z2022-04-08T12:26:18Zba09430f-1f5a-4dfc-b5b9-c5dcb5e4b339https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/improving-your-rights-proposals-for-amending-the-mlc/The Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC) – often referred to as the Seafarers Bill of Rights – covers aspects of working and living onboard, from wages and repatriation to food and medical care.Fri, 08 Apr 2022 10:12:19 Z2022-05-16T14:32:26Z839d7d32-5eb1-401e-a9de-2cc9a5265874https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/scottish-government-minister-calls-for-urgent-uk-talks-on-p-and-o-ferries-to-close-employment-law-loopholes/Scotland's minister for transport Jenny Gilruth MSP has urged the UK government to set up urgent talks with its devolved administrations to close 'unacceptable business practices and loopholes' exposed by the P&O Ferries case.Thu, 07 Apr 2022 15:51:33 Z2022-04-07T16:08:50Z3e21f020-8190-4a22-85c8-e639d40f04cbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-on-government-to-take-back-control-in-p-and-o-ferries-sacking-dispute/The UK government needs to 'step up to the plate, get a grip and take back control' after the illegal P&O Ferries sackings, Nautilus national organiser Steve Doran told a rally in Liverpool this week.Thu, 07 Apr 2022 15:28:32 Z2022-07-19T09:42:22Zbf3ea62d-7ea2-41d3-966a-9f243fe97d6ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-navy-to-name-new-msc-replenishment-oiler-after-supreme-court-justice-ruth-bader-ginsburg/The US Navy will name one of its new John Lewis-class fleet replenishment oilers in memory of history-making former Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.Mon, 04 Apr 2022 15:18:00 Z2022-04-08T15:33:46Z3ecbffec-5f7a-49ef-8340-112f23f1c0echttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nominations-open-for-imo-bravery-at-sea-awards/Nominations are now open for the International Maritime Organization's annual award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea and the MNWB welfare awards.Mon, 04 Apr 2022 12:06:32 Z2022-04-08T16:01:59Zd3ecd2d6-d2a2-4228-b5fc-37f37f595320https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-criminal-investigation-into-po-ferries/Nautilus International has welcomed the news that the Insolvency Service has 'initiated both formal criminal and civil investigations' into the circumstances of the redundancies made by P&O Ferries.Mon, 04 Apr 2022 10:30:36 Z2022-07-19T09:48:23Zfc9f14e0-fa26-4263-8f48-eb10f4be5c9ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/danish-union-challenges-maersk-lawbreaking-over-blanket-shore-leave-ban/While Nautilus and the RMT have been battling for UK members' rights at P&O Ferries, a sister union across the North Sea has been showing that big companies can't have it all their own way. Andrew Draper reportsFri, 01 Apr 2022 14:13:34 Z2022-04-01T14:24:31Z9fe338c0-d559-415a-af6d-2153d9018ce1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dfds-ends-space-sharing-with-po-ferries-on-dover-calais-route/Further disruption to ferry journeys is expected with the news that Danish ferry operator DFDS has decided to end its space sharing arrangement with P&O Ferries on its Dover-Calais route.Fri, 01 Apr 2022 13:33:53 Z2022-04-01T14:59:04Z96384dd9-71a0-4d11-a837-491c8140f745https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/warning-for-yacht-crew-uk-sanctions-targeting-russian-vessels-now-in-force/Nautilus International is asking members and other yacht crew to be aware that the UK Russian (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) (No.7) regulations 2022 are now in force as of 17:00 on 30 March.Fri, 01 Apr 2022 12:28:17 Z2022-09-22T09:57:11Zc1714138-2c34-4aea-ae50-4a717ac96579https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-introduces-online-booking-process-for-oral-exams/A new process for booking oral exams online is being launched by the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) in April 2022. Nautilus is advising members seeking to take these exams to read the information in M-notice MIN 675 at www.gov.uk.Fri, 01 Apr 2022 11:03:36 Z2022-04-01T11:20:20Zb91ef052-afc5-4fa3-a6e9-d2645afabcabhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dover-protest-unions-demand-an-end-to-fire-and-rehire/Unions have stepped up action against P&O Ferries demanding that the company be brought to task for its immoral and illegal actions.Fri, 01 Apr 2022 09:06:04 Z2022-07-19T10:05:11Z414fe97a-c6cb-45fb-9d28-7255dd27fa78https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/p-and-o-ferries-spends-220-million-on-new-vessels-after-laying-off-uk-seafarers/It has been revealed that P&O Ferries is spending £220 million on two new 'superferries' from a Chinese shipyard, after CEO Peter Hebblethwaite told Parliament that the business is not financially viable and that it needed to cut costs by making 800 British seafarers redundant.Thu, 31 Mar 2022 14:19:54 Z2022-07-19T10:11:42Zb19d0549-058b-4ffe-8c71-57789d65ca1fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tackling-challenges-for-fishing-communities/As the Covid-19 pandemic enters its third year, a health and wellbeing outreach service to fishing communities in the UK is continuing with the SeaFit Programme – a joint initiative between Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS) and the Fishermen's Mission.Thu, 31 Mar 2022 09:38:28 Z2022-03-31T09:49:24Z49f49a51-ae06-4172-86e6-2a6c83642248https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-sounds-the-siren-of-alarm-for-tugboat-workers/Dangerous working conditions and the undermining of pay rates for maritime workers in the tug and towage industry are under the spotlight in an ongoing campaign by the ITF and the ETF and their affiliates, including Nautilus International.Thu, 31 Mar 2022 09:07:33 Z2022-08-08T11:15:13Ze92cf4eb-98f8-485f-a15f-4c50acf80cf6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-statement-on-uk-government-package-of-measures-on-p-and-o-ferries/Nautilus broadly welcomes all the measures in the UK government package of measures on P&O Ferries but says it does not go far enoughWed, 30 Mar 2022 15:36:08 Z2022-07-19T10:23:22Z98b0cdf8-d838-4b9d-af0d-10345e07e792https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/rolling-risk-new-predictive-tools-needed/Disturbing new evidence about the risks of parametric rolling affecting containerships has been uncovered during an investigation into the loss of almost 700 boxes from a Maersk vessel last year. Andrew Linington reportsWed, 30 Mar 2022 11:10:25 Z2022-03-30T11:16:41Zb6641e2e-3cf4-4775-a809-63f745ca0e6ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-health-and-wellbeing-webinars-launched-in-response-to-global-challenges/A series of webinars has been organised by Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS) to help seafarers cope mentally and physically with the challenges of working at sea during ongoing pandemic risks, and potentially being caught up in global conflicts such as the Russia-Ukraine invasion.Wed, 30 Mar 2022 11:07:02 Z2022-03-30T11:22:37Z6985f21a-b038-43c3-8846-09fe91bfd0c7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/10000-transport-workers-call-for-reinstatement-of-p-and-o-ferries-seafarers/Nautilus has added its support to a call by more than 10,000 transport workers for the immediate reinstatement of 800 seafarers sacked by P&O Ferries.Wed, 30 Mar 2022 10:21:32 Z2022-07-19T10:27:30Z7b64f923-6804-4979-9856-e0f4be6524c3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cadets-ordered-off-po-ferries-vessels/P&O Ferries has told all cadets onboard its vessels to disembark and return home, taking all their belongings off the ships with them.Wed, 30 Mar 2022 10:20:20 Z2022-04-07T16:02:43Z84ed7ebf-ad6e-4d4f-8028-c87c8d80d8fdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mcg-redundancy-and-retraining-fund-extended-indefinitely-to-meet-growing-demand/The Maritime Charities Group (MCG) has further extended its Covid Redundancy and Retraining fund with an open ended application date to meet an uptick in demand from seafarers who have recently lost their jobs.Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:58:49 Z2022-03-30T10:09:22Z5b1943c3-892a-480b-935b-a6d0530b9351https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/first-russian-superyacht-detained-in-uk-waters/The National Crime Agency has announced the detention of the superyacht Phi at Canary Wharf this morning – the first yacht owned by a Russian national to be affected in UK waters.Tue, 29 Mar 2022 15:56:53 Z2024-07-08T11:31:46Zc42a16ed-5394-46b2-a626-f6dae35c57fchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/scottish-trade-unions-react-to-po-ferries-holyrood-appearance/The STUC has called on the UK government to prove it is on the side of unfairly dismissed workers, not the 'the multi-million-pound profiteers of DP World and P&O [Ferries]', after the appearance of CEO Peter Hebblethwaite at the Scottish Parliament's Net Zero, Energy and Transport Committee today.Tue, 29 Mar 2022 15:24:33 Z2022-03-29T15:33:34Z4541bc58-953a-44fe-999d-d36a3b71be6bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-ceo-admits-to-lawbreaking-again-before-msps/P&O Ferries chief executive Peter Hepplethwaite was called ‘a failure of a chief executive’ by Members of the Scottish Parliament today as he once again admitted to breaking the law in sacking 800 seafarers to bring in agency crew paid below the minimum wage.Tue, 29 Mar 2022 11:45:22 Z2022-07-19T10:33:14Zc8bd09af-3e11-499c-8dd8-49e7fd389746https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-pride-of-kent-detained-after-failing-safety-inspection/One of P&O Ferries' best-known vessels, the Pride of Kent, has been detained in Dover after failing a Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) inspection on Monday 28 March.Tue, 29 Mar 2022 11:10:47 Z2022-07-19T10:35:38Z52ab1dd4-d830-4437-9888-fd01dfb69972https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/severe-stress-at-sea/A new study indicates that seafarers have faced serious mental health challenges on a par with frontline healthcare workers during the coronavirus crisis. Andrew Linington reportsTue, 29 Mar 2022 09:41:21 Z2022-03-29T10:24:43Z117b6e35-8789-452f-b3c4-4b96cc4d2dfdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-executives-fail-to-address-key-demands-in-meeting-with-nautilus/A meeting between representatives of Nautilus International with P&O Ferries executives on Friday broke up after just 20 minutes when the company continued to insist it acted correctly in sacking 800 staff and failing to consult with unions.Mon, 28 Mar 2022 17:41:07 Z2022-07-19T10:37:18Zb0266a2c-320c-4910-8fce-dc3d6e9499b3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tuc-report-backs-unions-in-po-ferries-dispute/The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has supported key union demands in the dispute with P&O Ferries, and called for the UK government to step in as operator of last resort on vital the ferry routes if a ‘fit and proper’ operator cannot be found.Mon, 28 Mar 2022 17:22:52 Z2022-07-19T10:42:10Z16e64270-4ea5-44f5-a26f-11242828911bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/black-star-centenary-highlights-an-ongoing-story-of-black-seafarers/100 years after it founded, a shipping company founded by a civil rights leader to provide jobs for black seafarers continues to fascinate.Mon, 28 Mar 2022 15:15:47 Z2022-06-06T09:24:17Ze91e4482-4b11-427c-8e65-b7d046612ee2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/russian-yacht-update-sanctions-pay-and-minimal-crewing/Nautilus International continues to monitor the situation regarding Russian superyachts following the outbreak of the war in Ukraine, and is advising and assisting members.Mon, 28 Mar 2022 13:56:27 Z2022-10-27T16:28:50Z07ad4615-8a4d-400a-85ea-4fb7ffb02820https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/mcg-redundancy-and-retraining-fund-is-extended-to-meet-growing-demand/The MCG Redundancy and Retraining Bursary Fund will remain open following discussions by funders, the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB), Trinity House and the Nautilus Slater Fund.Mon, 28 Mar 2022 11:58:08 Z2022-03-28T12:09:59Z5ef77d89-07d1-4133-827b-23dc56b5209fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/productive-boskalis-meeting-sets-stage-for-april-follow-up/Nautilus national organiser Steve Doran was joined onboard the Polaris in Leith on 22 March by liaison officers Matt Murray (marine crew) and Ross McFarlane (dive techs) to meet members employed by Boskalis Subsea Services.Mon, 28 Mar 2022 08:55:35 Z2022-03-28T09:00:59Z7d32dad6-7b72-4c54-84f4-fbe72398662dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/european-causeway-detained-after-failing-mca-inspection/The P&O Ferries vessel European Causeway has been detained in Larne after failing its Port State Control Inspection.Sat, 26 Mar 2022 08:18:44 Z2022-07-19T10:43:58Z2c19317d-3e03-4b0e-95df-7692b5efa4b2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-for-safety-inspectors-joins-nautilus-international-in-po-ferries-campaign/Prospect, the trade union that represents surveyors working at the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), has joined with Nautilus International in calling for the MCA to ward off potential disaster by performing rigorous inspections before P&O Ferries vessels are permitted to sailFri, 25 Mar 2022 17:04:47 Z2022-03-25T17:59:24Zf0a62bd1-b78b-4198-adb8-e0edc42104a8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/investigate-po-ferries-board-nautilus-urges/Nautilus International is calling for the board of P&O Ferries to be investigated, after CEO Peter Hebblethwaite admitted that the company had deliberately chosen to break the law by not consulting unions about redundancies in front of the House of Commons Transport Select Committee yesterday.Fri, 25 Mar 2022 16:41:55 Z2022-07-19T11:13:32Z7a1f7b38-7210-4eb0-91ff-c62c226d25e1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cgt-france-expresses-solidarity-with-rmt-and-nautilus-campaign-against-po-ferries/A federation of French unions, CGT France, has sent a message of solidarity for the campaign by Nautilus and the RMT against P&O Ferries' decision to lay off of 800 employees.Fri, 25 Mar 2022 14:41:45 Z2022-03-25T14:53:16Z768183c7-1772-4850-8f22-ec6d7dc02ee9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/safety-onboard-pride-of-hull-in-question-following-emsa-report/An inspection report by the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) for the P&O Ferries vessel Pride of Hull is calling into question the safety of the vessel to operate.Fri, 25 Mar 2022 13:00:19 Z2022-03-25T13:09:22Z427b0e58-48b4-4c5f-b36e-a4c85a0e90c5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/get-involved-in-protests-at-liverpool-hull-glasgow-and-dover/Transport secretary Grant Shapps calls for P&O Ferries to reinstate all 800 sacked workers; Government 'measures' expected Wednesday could include extension of National Minimum Wage to all ferry crewFri, 25 Mar 2022 11:36:34 Z2022-03-28T08:54:53Z598f6d3a-8b28-4043-804b-3791a0b921fchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/personal-belongings-of-sacked-seafarers-found-left-by-a-skip-for-disposal/Some of the personal belongings of P&O Ferries crew who were summarily dismissed last week have been found lying next to a skip for disposal.Fri, 25 Mar 2022 11:30:00 Z2022-03-25T11:52:02Z9ec3b6e7-b525-486c-89c3-20cb2c684168https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-ceo-admits-to-deliberately-breaking-the-law/P&O Ferries CEO Peter Hebblethwaite has sensationally admitted that the company deliberately chose to break the law when making 800 seafarers redundant.Thu, 24 Mar 2022 12:42:31 Z2022-07-19T11:19:06Z42bcbe40-76aa-46d7-a80f-91b106eefc06https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-campaign-rallies-uk-public-behind-sacked-po-ferries-seafarers/Nautilus International has helped to win public support for British seafarers on a scale unheard of in recent times with a major media campaign around the mass sackings at P&O Ferries.Thu, 24 Mar 2022 12:30:04 Z2022-07-19T11:21:17Z3bc883c5-c901-4e95-9d35-877dc3e91e3fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-pride-of-hull-hastily-leaves-uk-port-to-avoid-cargo-protests/Local news sources have reported that the P&O Ferries vessel Pride of Hull has left Hull under cover of darkness en route to Europoort in the Netherlands.Thu, 24 Mar 2022 11:04:25 Z2022-03-24T13:38:33Z1215f67d-0f06-4cd1-adca-12e02116a2aehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/celebrating-the-sea-at-nautilus-mariners-park/In a new community activity to foster post-Covid morale-boosting friendships among former seafarers, Nautilus Mariners' Park hosted a 'celebrating the sea' event for 'off the park' retired seafarers.Thu, 24 Mar 2022 09:28:53 Z2022-05-10T11:01:32Z7034121a-df1f-4728-90bf-2ac5907dd6f5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/sharing-the-story-of-seafarer-sacrifices-with-the-public/Sharing the story of seafarer sacrifices with the public: Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson 's regular comment.Thu, 24 Mar 2022 08:45:00 Z2022-03-24T08:39:39Zd49d6b82-d8d2-42b5-af7d-1933b7cacf8ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pando-ferries-broke-the-law-and-must-be-penalised/Statement from Mark Dickinson, general secretary, Nautilus InternationalWed, 23 Mar 2022 17:10:47 Z2022-07-19T11:23:26Z0cfdfd8f-ab1a-403e-95df-445b9eb794dfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shadow-middle-east-minister-asks-uae-ambassador-for-answers-on-po-ferries/Bambos Charalambous MP, Shadow Minister for the Middle East and North Africa, has written to the UAE’s ambassador to the UK regarding the P&O Ferries situation, which he describes as a ‘national scandal’.Wed, 23 Mar 2022 16:49:22 Z2022-03-25T19:48:55Zb4e62a83-402f-4ae3-a3bf-89b5a5a2c14dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/hundreds-protest-in-cairnryan-to-support-sacked-po-ferries-crew/Hundreds of people gathered in Cairnryan today in support of the 800 seafarers laid off by P&O Ferries last week, as the company attempts to replace the experienced UK-based seafarers with agency workers.Wed, 23 Mar 2022 15:05:29 Z2022-03-23T15:50:52Z55d05488-6c1e-43a2-a68a-c634fe6ec8a5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/prime-minister-confirms-government-action-against-po-ferries/Prime Minister Boris Johnson has confirmed that the government is to take action against P&O Ferries under section 194 of the Trade Union and Labour Relations Act 1992.Wed, 23 Mar 2022 13:18:21 Z2022-07-19T11:25:52Z17e14c26-183f-49e4-865b-e375d131ba0dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-247-provides-steady-support-in-times-of-global-crisis/Nautilus International's emergency 24/7 helpline continued to provide members with much needed urgent support in 2021, highlighting the high cost on health for seafarers carrying out their global keyworker role during the Covid-19 pandemic.Wed, 23 Mar 2022 12:56:32 Z2022-03-24T17:19:40Zbad127b8-a4c1-40d8-8ba3-3c1591698219https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-in-ukraine-conflict-supported-by-global-maritime-charities-and-unions-in-new-emergency-appeal/The Seafarers International Relief Fund (SIRF), a charitable fund set up to respond to global emergencies affecting seafarers and their families, has launched a new appeal to the maritime industry to help seafarers impacted by the crisis in Ukraine.Wed, 23 Mar 2022 12:26:01 Z2022-10-27T16:29:40Z57880aeb-d024-42b6-bd73-dee4975c2b57https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-responds-to-statement-by-po-ferries/P&O Ferries issued a press statement setting out the extent of the compensation package it is offering to its former employees unceremoniously and brutally sacked by pre-recorded video message on Thursday 17 March.Tue, 22 Mar 2022 20:18:33 Z2022-07-19T11:27:58Z98008ea5-f12e-4e99-97a4-f9f7193cd038https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/get-involved-protests-at-dover-liverpool-hull-cairnryan/Workers and unions including Nautilus International and the RMT are continuing to mobilise against the illegal sacking of 800 workers by P&O Ferries.Tue, 22 Mar 2022 14:00:10 Z2022-03-22T14:59:17Z8f46b068-019a-4869-ac2a-a49ee5b85e05https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/commons-victory-for-seafarers-as-mps-vote-against-po-ferries/MPs have voted in favour of an Opposition Day Motion condemning P&O Ferries and demanding that the government take action to improve employment protection for all workers in light of the company's actions.Mon, 21 Mar 2022 18:44:48 Z2022-07-19T11:29:57Z542ddf61-0b64-452b-9690-c2d6c1a5d744https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/hundreds-march-on-uk-parliament-in-mass-call-for-action-against-po-ferries/Scores of seafarers, trade unionists and their supporters have marched on the UK parliament to insist that the government take action over the P&O Ferries crisis.Mon, 21 Mar 2022 16:59:08 Z2022-03-23T15:23:19Zc6e84f34-ac02-4f6b-b3a3-54e960a88721https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/former-maritime-minister-demands-urgent-government-action-against-po-ferries/Influential UK parliamentarian Nusrat Ghani MP has written today of her dismay at the actions of P&O Ferries in summarily sacking 800 British seafarers.Mon, 21 Mar 2022 16:00:21 Z2022-03-21T17:29:24Z7fe8aa69-1153-4155-a5bf-2d3f290fb2f8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/just-1.81-per-hour-for-agency-crew-replacing-po-ferries-workers/Agency crew hired to replace P&O Ferries workers are being paid just £1.81 per hour, according to information received by the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT)Mon, 21 Mar 2022 13:18:37 Z2022-07-19T11:33:47Zec0c492d-a57b-4943-bfe8-5a8a4b47de44https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dockers-and-pilots-in-hull-in-solidarity-with-fired-seafarers/Nautilus International and the RMT are receiving pledges of support from other maritime unions and workers who are furious about the decision by P&O Ferries to make all 800 UK-based seafarers redundant and replace them with cheaper agency crew.Mon, 21 Mar 2022 12:46:44 Z2022-03-21T12:52:16Z12d33d0e-a946-41da-adac-1ef971f92406https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/agency-crew-walking-off-po-ferries-nautilus-learns/Nautilus International has been informed that large numbers of agency crew brought in by P&O Ferries to replace the 800 British seafarers the company sacked have already walked off the job.Mon, 21 Mar 2022 12:29:28 Z2022-07-19T11:35:37Z070f977f-e454-4b9a-a86f-d9cbc8f33671https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/labour-forces-commons-vote-to-demand-reinstatement-of-po-ferries-workers-and-end-to-fire-and-rehire/The Labour Party is to force an emergency vote in Parliament on Monday to demand that P&O Ferries reinstate the 800 workers it sacked last week, and to insist that the government strengthen protections for workersSun, 20 Mar 2022 20:45:47 Z2022-03-21T13:59:53Z44b24770-876f-453d-9721-8d842ac20b65https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-for-immediate-government-action-against-po-ferries/Nautilus International is calling on the British government to pursue any possible legal action against P&O Ferries over the company’s decision to summarily lay off 800 British workers.Sat, 19 Mar 2022 16:13:08 Z2022-07-19T11:46:05Z3ef73aa2-edf6-432a-b937-6f18acbd6915https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-to-deliver-global-po-ferries-petition-to-dp-world-ceo/The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) has launched a Global Letter of Protest in support of the 800 seafarers axed by P&O Ferries on Thursday.Sat, 19 Mar 2022 10:20:09 Z2022-03-19T16:56:14Zee62a18b-2d92-4846-8117-216ec399ec50https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/outrage-as-po-ferries-restarts-liverpool-dublin-sailings/Nautilus International is calling for a public boycott of P&O Ferries, after the firm revealed that it is seeking to return to normal operationsSat, 19 Mar 2022 08:58:06 Z2022-07-19T11:48:04Zddf22c50-8453-4e53-b894-b5cccaf4041dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-response/The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has told the Union is will check eight vessels, with a focus on safety drillsSat, 19 Mar 2022 08:45:17 Z2022-03-21T12:26:53Z9f272bc8-29f3-4459-ae7c-1b95dd304c18https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-petition-demonstrates-mass-public-support-for-workers-laid-off-by-po/Within just a couple of hours, a petition to Prime Minister Boris Johnson by Nautilus International and the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) has been signed by more than 11,000 people.Fri, 18 Mar 2022 15:50:52 Z2022-03-20T20:33:02Z363b5fa9-9d42-4ac1-a409-cdeb28025c78https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maltese-crewing-agency-replacing-po-workers/International Ferry Management (IFM), the crewing agency named by P&O Ferries was only set up in recent months – heightening concerns around whether the company is capable of safely operating shipsFri, 18 Mar 2022 13:19:40 Z2022-03-20T20:33:39Zfb60a67c-853a-4f14-bfcf-47904a51ae35https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/join-us-at-po-protests/Fight back against fire and rehire by joining at protests against P&O Ferries' sacking of 800 crew.Fri, 18 Mar 2022 12:45:02 Z2022-03-20T20:32:04Zb1d98fa4-cd2f-42cc-8b90-4645a7ef4f97https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-enters-dispute-with-po-ferries/Nautilus International has issued a letter to P&O Ferries, informing management that the Union is now in a formal dispute with the companyFri, 18 Mar 2022 11:29:43 Z2022-07-19T11:50:19Z71080b5e-04f0-4872-8c65-be7a461e9935https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mps-express-horror-and-rage-at-po-layoffs/There were fiery speeches in Parliament on Thursday as MPs from across party lines expressed their anger at the actions of P&O Ferries, which sacked its entire UK crew without warning and sought to replace them with agency staff.Thu, 17 Mar 2022 18:43:12 Z2022-07-19T12:06:10Zedcd3ec6-ad5d-4365-ac02-4c89d653f966https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-putting-pressure-on-crew-to-sign-redundancy-packages-nautilus-warns/Nautilus International is advising crew who have been laid off by P&O not to be pressured into signing redundancy agreements until the Union has time to provide help and advice.Thu, 17 Mar 2022 18:11:32 Z2022-07-19T15:47:39Zae5511b0-277c-4b82-87e0-26bf35fbe537https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-urges-mca-to-urgently-investigate-po-over-safety-following-wholesale-crew-terminations/Nautilus International is asking the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) how it will ensure safety at sea if experienced maritime professionals are replaced with agency crew who have no familiarity with the route or vessels, as intended by the company.Thu, 17 Mar 2022 18:00:26 Z2022-07-19T15:53:58Zebb0c050-869b-4dfe-b751-009a847e74bahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/uk-government-commits-funds-and-staff-time-to-green-maritime-plans/The UK government has pledged £206 million in new funding for the development of clean maritime technologies – with a new unit to be established to oversee the country's move towards greener shippingThu, 17 Mar 2022 15:39:47 Z2022-03-17T15:50:30Z85e300f5-11d8-4a98-bee2-03ecf4fc9887https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-hires-replacement-labour-and-security-staff-ahead-of-making-british-crew-redundant/Nautilus International has received evidence that P&O Ferries was planning to lay off all seafarers on UK routes for a long time ahead of its scandalous action to sack all crew without consultation.Thu, 17 Mar 2022 14:06:39 Z2022-03-20T20:34:24Z5b3cd100-ebf2-4090-a465-a1d4ce772bechttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-betrayal-nautilus-asks-members-to-stay-onboard-after-scandalous-layoffs-announcement/Nautilus International is asking members serving with P&O Ferries to stay onboard their vessels, after the company announced that it is laying off all staff across every route and replacing them with agency crew.Thu, 17 Mar 2022 12:33:38 Z2022-03-18T10:42:21Z962745d4-8511-4111-8086-846f1565d023https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/mcg-redundancy-and-retraining-fund--closing-soon/The MCG Redundancy and Retraining Bursary Fund provides up to £500 for training and refresher courses to seafarers recently made redundant or who are unable to get a new contract due to Covid-19. The scheme closes on 31.03.22 so now is your last chance to apply.Thu, 17 Mar 2022 10:45:16 Z2022-03-17T16:41:22Zf5b70421-6dae-4d0a-bb2b-47163c3330b5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/impact-of-modern-shipping-assessed-as-boxship-ever-given-grounding-anniversary-approaches/On the one year anniversary of the grounding of Panama-flagged containership Ever Given, and as another containership the Ever Forward got stuck in Chesapeake Bay in the US, international maritime charity Stella Maris has organised a timely webinar considering the rise of ultra-large containershipsWed, 16 Mar 2022 16:37:00 Z2022-03-18T17:05:20Za7e616b1-bb3f-4a8a-862b-ec7cb7ef8d72https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/merchant-navy-fund-celebrates-a-decade-of-supporting-seafarers-in-need/A fund that supports charities caring for UK Merchant Navy seafarers and their families – including the Nautilus Welfare Fund – is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year.Wed, 16 Mar 2022 15:07:20 Z2022-03-16T15:42:31Z95790521-6b21-484f-86d2-1200531951b7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-fundraiser-runners-sought-for-london-marathon/Maritime professionals who are keen runners but missed out on a ballot for the 2022 London Marathon can still apply for guaranteed places with maritime welfare charity Sailors' Society.Wed, 16 Mar 2022 14:48:32 Z2022-03-16T15:33:10Z136f3e47-f329-4ccf-a97e-8273bce6882dhttps://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/research-into-port-based-welfare-needs-of-women-seafarers-is-long-overdue/MCG is delighted to support a new initiative from the Seafarers’ International Research Centre (SIRC) at Cardiff University.Wed, 16 Mar 2022 11:00:00 Z2022-03-17T11:02:55Z26dff21f-d805-433d-9762-9ff15c449400https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-demands--safe-blue-corridor-for-ships-in-ukraine-war-zone/The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has called for a 'blue safe maritime corridor' to allow the urgent evacuation of civilian seafarers and ships from affected areas in the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov, and to allow humanitarian deliveries to Ukraine's ports.Mon, 14 Mar 2022 16:48:13 Z2022-03-14T16:54:25Z0ea1a7a5-720f-4a6d-8121-4269c79b6309https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/fleetwood-cadet-scoops-2022-nautilus-bevis-minter-award/The Maritime UK Awards were held at the Glasgow Science Centre on Thursday 10 March. Nautilus International director of communications, campaigns and digital Helen Kelly sits on the Maritime UK Awards judging panel.Mon, 14 Mar 2022 13:58:01 Z2022-03-14T14:02:52Zb737a921-0257-4a95-8c93-1713f1dcdfe3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-issues-reminder-of-mlc-rights-of-seafarers-impacted-by-russia-ukraine-conflict/The UK's Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has issued guidance for shipowners, masters, and manning agents reminding them of the rights of seafarers who may be affected by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.Mon, 14 Mar 2022 13:52:08 Z2022-10-27T16:31:22Zdddfb444-2d31-4a9f-af74-b6c3159ac09ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-included-in-unions-campaign-to-prevent-sexual-harassment-of-cross-border-workers/A motion on preventing sexual harassment of seafarers and other cross-border workers, amended by Nautilus, was supported unanimously at the UK Trades Union Congress (TUC) Women's Conference 2022.Fri, 11 Mar 2022 17:19:24 Z2022-03-11T17:31:50Z5c57cc1a-6d5e-491e-b4e1-a7a672d2ce9ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sign-petition-to-support-tug-workers-itf-urges/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) is asking seafarers to support its campaigning on behalf of tug workers by signing a petition to Svitzer and its parent company AP Moller-Maersk.Fri, 11 Mar 2022 15:12:14 Z2022-08-08T11:16:37Zc03f254f-f8e7-4bc4-ba90-1b57358ce4behttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ukrainian-and-russian-seafarers-reveal-shock-and-stress-of-ukraine-events-to-maritime-chaplains/Seafarers from Ukraine and Russia – often working alongside each other – are revealing their stress and anxiety at events unfolding in Ukraine to chaplains from global maritime charities working in the ports where they are stationed around the world.Fri, 11 Mar 2022 13:50:59 Z2022-03-11T15:08:33Z6579a2c0-b8b0-46a0-be74-32c46373458bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-and-shipowners-agree-designation-of-a-war-zone-in-the-black-sea/Nautilus International has concluded a Warlike Operations Committee (WOAC)-style agreement with Dutch shipowners that applies to ships traversing the Black Sea in light of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.Thu, 10 Mar 2022 17:14:37 Z2022-10-27T16:31:57Zf40d7f04-c760-4358-9192-5cee90c3aa4bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/danish-pilots-urge-boycott-of-russian-vessels-government-says-no/Danish pilots are calling for a boycott by pilots of Russian tankers passing through Danish waters, but their union and government both say pilot services must continue to be available until Russian ships are banned from Danish waters and ports.Thu, 10 Mar 2022 16:56:36 Z2022-10-27T16:32:19Z94e2f001-8b5d-4729-a59f-56a522aff008https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/uk-sanctions-on-russian-vessels-explained/Nautilus director legal services Charles Boyle on how sanction against Russian vessels workThu, 10 Mar 2022 15:44:36 Z2022-03-30T15:56:57Z76425ddf-d027-439e-8535-54c857691d8bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/asbestos-danger-did-you-serve-aboard-mv-norwave/Asbestos danger: did you serve aboard MV Norwave?Thu, 10 Mar 2022 14:23:19 Z2022-03-10T15:26:52Z9e1ab41e-7d3a-483e-a265-abeaee1f9c74https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-holds-ukraine-advice-session-for-yacht-professionals/Nautilus International has held an Instagram Q&A session for yacht professionals who are concerned about the impact of the war in Ukraine on their work.Wed, 09 Mar 2022 13:55:20 Z2022-10-27T16:32:40Zc6dbe48f-5980-406f-8b75-202a3a50ba38https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-diversity-charter-launched-by-ics/The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) launched a Maritime Diversity and Inclusion Charter on International Women's Day to drive forward diversity and inclusion in the industry.Tue, 08 Mar 2022 17:07:26 Z2022-03-09T14:55:30Zc67ed434-b068-477b-b4a2-ba452a13a0b6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/womens-welfare-in-cargo-sector-subject-of-new-research/The Seafarers' Charity is funding new research to explore the welfare needs of women seafarers on cargo ships.Tue, 08 Mar 2022 16:42:03 Z2022-04-19T11:11:52Zaf66540a-ab06-439b-b6e1-fae156d618d4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/breaking-the-bias-unions-digital-lunch-supports-international-womens-day/Nautilus International supported International Women's Day with a digital lunch connecting staff across all three branches, which focused on the United Nations' 2022 theme of 'gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow'.Tue, 08 Mar 2022 16:06:59 Z2022-03-08T22:40:50Zb630f04c-23b5-4cef-8289-065be362eb35https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-maritime-barometer-reflects-measures-needed-to-remove-career-obstacles-for-female-seafarers/Nautilus international marked International Women's Day by urging the maritime industry to do more to support women seafarers and encourage women to enter the profession.Tue, 08 Mar 2022 08:54:35 Z2022-03-08T22:53:44Z4d495964-cdaa-4665-8c13-0cd2ed866c4bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/make-your-voice-heard-how-nautilus-and-its-members-can-overcome-the-inflation-crisis/The participation of our members is key to securing better pay and conditions.Mon, 07 Mar 2022 17:40:43 Z2022-08-04T14:29:04Z0ac7b55d-44c8-4321-ae74-fb75fd5130a9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-long-awaited-win-at-the-imo/Nautilus attended a busy session of the International Maritime Organization's Human Element Training and Watchkeeping Sub-Committee (HTW) which was held online at the beginning of February 2022.Mon, 07 Mar 2022 15:55:08 Z2024-09-10T10:42:18Zbaf94b9c-7a95-40f2-842d-f6dcd18fb60dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/professional-and-technical-forum-tackles-maritime-education/Maritime education was the focus at the latest Nautilus Professional and Technical Forum meeting, held online across the Union's three branches on 25 January 2022.Mon, 07 Mar 2022 15:23:16 Z2022-03-07T16:26:29Z8479508e-3dd9-4c92-87da-76bc99405834https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-attends-herald-of-free-enterprise-35th-anniversary-remembrance-service/Nautilus was represented at a special remembrance service marking the 35th anniversary of the Herald of Free Enterprise tragedy on 6 March.Mon, 07 Mar 2022 11:30:00 Z2022-03-08T22:48:45Zf02ec9ea-2a96-4d58-bbb1-a037f0e44b56https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/efforts-to-limit-the-effects-of-omicron-covid-variant-on-seafarers-must-be-scaled-up-un-agencies-say/Three United Nations agencies have urged improved access for seafarers to vaccines, Covid tests, health documents and personal protective equipment (PPE) in the wake of the Omicron Covid variant.Fri, 04 Mar 2022 17:18:11 Z2022-03-04T17:38:42Z9c5e2255-7f5f-463e-ad22-98b2475e6949https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/can-colleges-revolutionise-training-in-time/The Maritime Skills Commission (MSC) was established in 2020 by the Department for Transport and Maritime UK to ensure a pipeline of talented seafarers with the right skills for the future. We find out what colleges and other educational institutions are doing in support.Fri, 04 Mar 2022 16:57:28 Z2022-03-08T15:25:35Z60e92508-23b7-4c52-8976-07a1be52477ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/merchant-navy-welfare-board-launches-emergency-5k-sim-card-fund-for-ukrainian-seafarers/The Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) has launched an emergency SIM card fund of £5,000 to ensure Ukrainian seafarers can call their loved ones back home.Fri, 04 Mar 2022 15:50:42 Z2022-03-10T16:01:59Z08b29d57-cc33-42a1-9d40-061971ec4e19https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/calls-for-clarity-on-russian-ships-ban-in-uk-ports-as-maritime-charities-voice-concern-for-seafarer-welfare/The Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) has called for more clarity on how seafarers will be affected by Russian ships being banned from entering UK ports .Fri, 04 Mar 2022 10:48:16 Z2022-10-27T16:33:09Z8784bd8f-2100-460a-958b-95cb51bcac2ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-charities-step-up-to-support-seafarers-in-russia-ukraine-conflict/Maritime charities step up to support seafarers in Russia-Ukraine conflictFri, 04 Mar 2022 10:36:07 Z2022-10-27T16:33:38Za3fa968c-ca86-4175-8d50-bcf157ea6ad6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-offers-discount-rate-for-yacht-members-following-ukraine-crisis/Nautilus International is offering yacht professionals who join before the end of March more than 30% off a full membership for the first yearThu, 03 Mar 2022 16:40:05 Z2022-03-09T15:38:31Z2e4835e3-c325-48b7-b690-4848d924fc6dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-vessel-designed-by-students-for-students/Dutch educational institution STC Group is building a new ship called Ab Initio to lead the way in the modernisation of education and to ensure training for inland waterway navigation keeps pace with practice.Thu, 03 Mar 2022 16:19:50 Z2022-03-04T09:08:30Z7d379f5c-d007-458d-bcf0-883fdfa2ac26https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/mcg-welcomes-nautilus-maritime-barometer-report/MCG welcomes the publication of a report from Nautilus International into public awareness of and attitudes to the maritime industry.Thu, 03 Mar 2022 11:49:25 Z2022-03-03T11:59:09Z2ca70776-2adc-4d77-93ee-5dd74f0690bfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/member-benefits-certificate-protection/A formal inquiry following an incident at sea can have disastrous consequences for seafarers, . Fortunately, once you have signed up to Nautilus International, you are entitled to free legal support and financial assistance if your certificate is affectedWed, 02 Mar 2022 12:06:27 Z2022-03-02T17:06:16Z49e0d1a7-f502-4fba-8472-97c4307cd103https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ukrainian-seafarers-union-calls-for-support-in-the-countrys-application-to-the-eu/The European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) has circulated a letter from its Ukrainian affiliate Marine Transport Workers' Trade Union of Ukraine (MTWTU) calling for ETF affiliates to support Ukraine's application to join the European Union (EU).Wed, 02 Mar 2022 10:56:56 Z2022-10-27T16:34:30Z4a2fbd91-7364-445c-aebd-689904323a67https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/selecting-the-right-college-for-your-future-career/Nautilus visited Liverpool John Moores University's (LJMU) Maritime Centre, speaking with staff and students on their experiences of teaching and learning during the pandemic and the university’s offerings for those looking to further their maritime careersTue, 01 Mar 2022 17:27:08 Z2022-04-12T12:04:59Zc65c88df-1b45-41b4-bd83-0b8e9072d77chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/navigational-safety-issues-raised-by-maib-after-near-miss-between-cruise-vessel-and-ro-ro-ferry/A UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) preliminary assessment report on a near miss between a cruise vessel and a ro-ro ferry on the east coast of England in 2021 has raised concerns over watchkeeping standards in areas of increased navigational awareness.Tue, 01 Mar 2022 17:14:32 Z2022-03-01T17:46:35Z16b3bab1-6a15-45ae-84f5-af27af14cb53https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-power-of-collectivity/Nautilus communications and marketing advisor Linde de Visser: 'There are thousands of reasons to become a Nautilus member. We are there for you when you need help...'Tue, 01 Mar 2022 15:41:17 Z2022-03-01T17:42:56Ze1b2f427-1349-499b-9e88-a4a5260fbeb7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/high-tech-hybrid-learning-at-your-fingertips/A tour of the Maritime Simulator Centre at Warsash Maritime School showed a glimpse into the future of maritime education.Tue, 01 Mar 2022 15:34:57 Z2022-03-01T17:43:23Z31ffb714-079f-4381-a321-f27037984b04https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/skillsea-state-of-play/The EU-funded SkillSea project has now entered its final year, and cooperation between European countries is still going strong – including contributions from the post-Brexit UK.Tue, 01 Mar 2022 13:58:23 Z2022-03-03T17:22:28Z2bb4ab30-8cda-4eb9-bf47-8d0e8b23df85https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-keeping-seafarer-wellbeing-at-the-heart-of-welfare-by-marianne-kloosterboer-chair-of-the-dutch-seafarers-federation/Marianne Kloosterboer, chair of the Dutch Seafarers' Federation Nederlandse Zeevarendencentrale (NZC), explains how this umbrella organisation – which provides maritime welfare services for seafarers in the Netherlands – collaborates with Nautilus International.Tue, 01 Mar 2022 11:00:00 Z2022-03-01T09:45:45Z8988180b-8b85-4f04-b58d-ebdc2ed2dfc1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-remain-out-of-sight-out-of-mind-after-pandemic-nautilus-survey-shows/Nautilus International has released the findings of its new 'maritime barometer' survey, which raises serious concerns about the public's lack of knowledge about the UK’s essential maritime industry.Tue, 01 Mar 2022 09:51:04 Z2022-03-09T15:20:17Zdffc1e5f-0791-4e57-a03f-28cef6637cbehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/how-to-be-menopause-savvy/In recognition that over half the workforce will go through menopause during their working life – some for between two and 15 years – industry body Maritime UK launched a Menopause Hub. The online portal will be launched on International Women's Day 8 March 2022.Tue, 01 Mar 2022 09:30:00 Z2022-03-08T11:29:28Za2613791-9685-4f04-833c-fed8fe67f433https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/farewell-to-nautilus-welfare-fund-manager-mick-howarth/Retiring Nautilus Welfare Fund (NWF) manager Mick Howarth can point to many improvements for retired seafarers at Mariners' Park, carried out during his tenure, but he is most proud of the support for residents provided by dedicated staff and welfare committee members.Tue, 01 Mar 2022 09:30:00 Z2022-03-01T15:13:05Z9cbbab07-1641-42aa-9045-34c5fb75d051https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-shuts-borders-to-russian-ships/The UK has shut its borders to Russian ships as part of the ‘unprecedented’ package of sanctions it is developing with international allies.Mon, 28 Feb 2022 18:35:15 Z2022-10-27T16:35:50Z8947d6f4-3b3b-4523-a99a-3be6ea446cd7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/inspirational-first-pride-in-maritime-day-launches/The UK's first national Pride in Maritime Day was launched by Maritime UK – the umbrella body for the maritime sector – on Monday 28 February with a focus on some of the progress and best practices helping break down diversity barriers in the industry.Mon, 28 Feb 2022 16:40:14 Z2023-02-23T16:41:59Z7cbbf55a-7395-4612-9262-5ca0421aaf6fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-statement-on-ukraine-russia-relations/Nautilus Federation affiliates have published a joint statement on relations between Ukraine and Russia, following recent events in the region.Mon, 28 Feb 2022 16:03:12 Z2022-10-27T16:36:22Z3b19aea3-dc7d-4821-90b4-c1dcdbc8c5cchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/warlike-operations-area-committee-agrees-protections-for-seafarers/Following the full scale military attack on the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine by Russian forces, an emergency meeting of the Warlike Operations Area Committee (WOAC) was held remotely on Thursday 25 February.Mon, 28 Feb 2022 11:11:24 Z2022-10-27T16:36:46Za0d4e556-40ae-48e3-be28-2d3da5eb9ae1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/transport-unions-condemn-ukraine-invasion/Transport unions have expressed solidarity with the people of Ukraine and called for an immediate ceasefire in the countryFri, 25 Feb 2022 14:36:51 Z2022-10-27T16:37:04Zc27942ea-e739-46f4-b6a0-1ba171a8570ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nominations-open-for-sought-after-uk-merchant-navy-maritime-honour/Nautilus members are invited, along with all seafarers, to send in their nominations for a prestigious UK maritime award, the 2022 Merchant Navy Medal - a state award recognising meritorious service in maritime.Fri, 25 Feb 2022 09:46:05 Z2022-02-25T14:26:44Z006653d2-6806-4753-b1d1-c16526aa026chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/putting-women-on-the-maritime-map/With International Women's Day approaching on 8 March 2022, an organisation for female maritime professionals has decided it needs a higher profile. Andrew Draper reportsThu, 24 Feb 2022 17:46:25 Z2022-02-24T18:03:45Zf80c5921-3d87-4c5b-acd8-fc5b85f0edb7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-raises-concern-over-euroferry-olympia-ferry-fire/International Maritime Organization (IMO) secretary-general Kitack Lim has raised concerns over a fire onboard the ro-ro ferry Euroferry Olympia near Corfu, which led to a confirmed fatality and the rescue of more than 275 people.Thu, 24 Feb 2022 17:35:06 Z2022-02-25T09:33:40Z815c1938-d5ba-44db-9c81-884170dffea3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-supports-members-following-russian-invasion-of-ukraine/Nautilus International is urging its members to get in contact with any concerns following the outbreak of war between Russia and Ukraine.Thu, 24 Feb 2022 17:27:44 Z2022-05-10T13:43:34Zbd6f87f8-17ce-46bc-a7c0-eb54abf5fe8bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-sounds-alarm-as-pandemic-pressures-leads-to-sharp-fall-in-british-seafarers/Nautilus International has raised the alarm as the number of UK seafarers active at sea fell sharply in 2021 due to coronavirus pandemic pressures.Thu, 24 Feb 2022 14:51:09 Z2022-02-24T15:57:10Zea5658ef-3634-46ab-a855-4a5edc12cf45https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-book-on-switzerland-as-a-maritime-nation-has-nautilus-input/A comprehensive new book on Switzerland's role as an important maritime nation contains a chapter on inland navigation with contributions from Nautilus International.Thu, 24 Feb 2022 13:48:55 Z2022-02-24T14:31:19Z0fe679b5-926a-4cea-86d9-ff7cddf59836https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/dutch-legal-column-march/Regular comment column from Nautilus lawyer Mieke den HollanderThu, 24 Feb 2022 12:46:29 Z2022-02-24T15:46:06Zfd778669-82e6-4f03-8a2b-331da86b6590https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/civil-penalties-for-seafarers-welcome-change-or-a-new-form-of-criminalisation/Nautilus International has responded to a recent consultation by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) that could lead to a change in how seafarers and companies are penalised for maritime safety breaches.Thu, 24 Feb 2022 12:06:34 Z2022-03-11T16:51:35Z1d52af6b-e900-4677-b461-4939b66b1c2fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-employers-urged-to-make-provision-for-workers-coping-with-pregnancy-loss/Maritime UK's head of diversity and operations Chrissie Clarke has shared some personal insights on her experiences of miscarriage in the hope it will break down the stigma and encourage better policy provision in maritime organisations.Wed, 23 Feb 2022 13:46:03 Z2022-03-08T11:36:54Zb0a19882-ea78-4292-ac68-9742fd4891a2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/royal-thank-you-to-seafarers-for-sustaining-global-trade-in-a-crisis/HRH The Princess Royal recognised seafarers for their hard work and perseverance during the pandemic on a recent visit to The Mission to Seafarers in her capacity as the charity's president.Wed, 23 Feb 2022 10:50:03 Z2022-02-23T12:20:34Z5dc65e56-5c36-4d75-9c0e-f860d8b4bcb0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nuclear-power-a-tried-and-tested-green-technology/As the maritime industry moves to decarbonise, safety regulations are lagging behind innovations, and seafarers could be at risk from accidents relating to fuels such as hydrogen and ammonia. But there is a low-carbon fuel with decades of use and safety regulations already in place.Wed, 23 Feb 2022 10:25:11 Z2022-02-23T18:14:06Za68ddcec-942e-4ecb-b27a-1c64a14fb911https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-attends-dutch-careers-open-day-at-maritime-academy-harlingen/Nautilus was represented at a careers open day held by a leading Dutch vocational trainer in inland waterways transport , Maritime Academy Harlingen.Wed, 23 Feb 2022 10:17:50 Z2022-02-24T14:34:58Z269847f8-abef-4218-9838-b73a5c44b953https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-maritime-leaders-call-for-platinum-jubilee-recognition/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson has joined other leading figures in UK maritime in calling for seafarers to be recognised by the Queen's Platinum Jubilee Medal.Tue, 22 Feb 2022 12:28:46 Z2022-02-22T12:46:13Ze8a7d360-dc8e-4382-a7d9-ea9a9025b301https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/sailing-past-sex-discrimination/Each year, International Women's Day provides an opportunity to highlight the contribution of female maritime professionals to the shipping industry. And as the 8 March 2022 event approached, maritime historian Dr Jo Stanley met a true pioneer: the UK's first female coastguardMon, 21 Feb 2022 14:34:39 Z2022-02-22T13:36:02Z1836a09b-4391-487c-9ca9-f1755a9598d7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/counting-the-cost-of-piracy/Piracy takes a physical and psychological toll on seafarers in high-risk areas, and causes economic difficulties for coastal states and shipping companies. Saffiyah Khalique reports on the latest industry figuresMon, 21 Feb 2022 14:21:18 Z2022-10-10T15:29:03Z49437825-1640-44d5-9a79-8150ad3a7972https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-federation-union-aids-myanmar-seafarers-left-destitute-by-shipowner/The Merchant Navy Officers’ Guild Hong Kong (MNOG-HK), an affiliate of the Nautilus Federation, has provided support and assistance to eight seafarers from Myanmar who recently faced challenges after being airlifted from their stricken vessel.Thu, 17 Feb 2022 14:53:07 Z2022-02-17T15:02:02Za50ba00a-9a86-4b2f-92d2-bea6cb5d35f5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/rewriting-the-european-rules/Revisions to three key EU maritime directives could an opportunity for governments and the maritime community to improve seafarers' rights, argues Estelle Brentnall of the ETFThu, 17 Feb 2022 13:14:09 Z2022-02-22T13:41:24Zfd7cc070-66f8-454c-9a3e-26a58158206bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/warning-of-looming-humanitarian-crisis-as-seafarers-rights-continue-to-deteriorate/Warnings of an imminent humanitarian crisis have been made over the reintroduction of disproportionate quarantine and travel restrictions on seafarers by port States, despite the measures in place for Covid infection control.Fri, 11 Feb 2022 15:08:06 Z2022-02-11T15:23:32Z28668b00-00fb-4113-b8cd-00fa2fb84804https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/registrations-open-for-first-uk-pride-in-maritime-day/Maritime UK is launching the first UK Pride in Maritime Day at a webinar on Monday 28 February 2022.Thu, 10 Feb 2022 13:45:59 Z2022-02-28T10:38:52Zf3d19c29-6699-4483-a03a-bc03e1479ce2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-announces-head-office-move-to-wallasey-and-new-london-location/Nautilus International's London office is on the move within the capital with a new location at ITF House on Borough Road, South London.Thu, 10 Feb 2022 13:22:17 Z2022-02-24T12:14:09Zbf0d42d6-326d-48fa-a472-8143821cbc69https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-look-nautilus-telegraph-wins-fans-across-the-industry/Nautilus International has been receiving complimentary feedback for its relaunched Telegraph magazine from Union members and the wider maritime industryThu, 10 Feb 2022 10:31:48 Z2022-02-14T08:57:20Z9e50958a-3096-49eb-b5a9-432c4982b2cehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/focus-on-rights-at-risk-for-lgbt-crew/Inclusive national policies don't necessarily translate into global protections for LGBT+ seafarers, so how can the maritime workplace be made safer for maritime workers?Wed, 09 Feb 2022 12:04:20 Z2024-10-25T10:50:28Z77076633-aa90-4821-a207-bff1b5216ac6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/warsash-cadet-wins-mca-officer-of-the-year-2021/A Warsash cadet has been presented with the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Officer of the Year Award 2021, after he showed exemplary conduct in pursuing his career against the odds and supporting other students.Tue, 08 Feb 2022 15:39:51 Z2022-02-10T14:13:29Zcee3eed5-8e02-433b-b96c-54d1c0207f44https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/more-work-to-do-to-combat-sexual-harassment-in-maritime-says-union/Nautilus will continue its efforts to combat the sexual harassment of seafarers and other cross-border workers through a motion at the UK Trades Union Congress (TUC) Women's Conference 2022.Tue, 08 Feb 2022 13:55:46 Z2022-03-07T12:40:58Zc4b5ac11-d655-46b9-9001-56041a435b94https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/be-aware-of-schengen-rules-when-visiting-italy-nautilus-advises/Nautilus International is asking yacht members from the UK and other countries which are not party to the Schengen Agreement to be aware of their legal responsibilities when visiting countries in the European Union, especially Italy.Tue, 08 Feb 2022 12:18:19 Z2022-02-08T12:31:13Ze0da841d-56bd-4788-8d7a-2e353cab93a3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-eu-and-australia-covid-travel-rules-to-affect-yacht-professionals/Australia and the European Union have put in place new Covid-19 rules which will have a significant impact on the travel plans of Nautilus International members, particularly those working in the yacht sector.Tue, 08 Feb 2022 10:41:51 Z2022-09-22T09:54:50Z8d2f873b-1257-4234-b230-d05cd04fc174https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/experience-and-knowledge-key-to-safe-practice-in-yachting/David Simms of Helidecks and the Superyacht Training Group writes about the importance of training and experience to ensure safe working practices in the superyacht industry.Mon, 07 Feb 2022 16:13:14 Z2022-02-07T16:29:43Zcf9bd144-0de3-4bca-8617-e480ce4f5a04https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/calls-for-improved-safety-guidance-after-low-sulphur-fuel-led-to-cargoship-engine-failure/Fresh concerns over the support given to seafarers coping with the introduction of low-sulphur fuels has been raised in a report on a bulk carrier, which lost power and began drifting as it left a port in high winds.Mon, 07 Feb 2022 09:36:44 Z2022-02-07T09:50:36Z6995877c-1d38-439e-8c11-a1c2c89544e7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/calls-for-improved-safety-of-container-shipping-after-mumbai-maersk-grounding/Calls for measures to improve the safety of container shipping off the Dutch and German coastline have been reinforced by the grounding of a Maersk ultra large containership (ULCS) near the Wadden Sea.Fri, 04 Feb 2022 17:42:51 Z2022-02-07T09:54:11Z0d716e2d-7fb9-4fa2-86e1-e8c675d533f4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-raises-concerns-over-criminalisation-as-master-and-chief-mate-arrested-after-collision-off-dutch-coast/Nautilus International has raised concerns about a trend for immediately accusing seafarers in the advent of an incident at sea following the arrest of a master and chief officer from a bulk carrier vessel.Fri, 04 Feb 2022 17:04:06 Z2022-02-04T17:22:00Z56276428-0a21-4033-b276-3d38d2207262https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sailors-society-commemorates-royal-patrons-jubilee/Sailors' Society is celebrating the Platinum Jubilee of British monarch Queen Elizabeth II, who became its royal patron when her reign began 70 years ago.Fri, 04 Feb 2022 16:34:12 Z2022-02-04T16:57:46Zdd71814e-d47a-44f7-80df-3790a347c42dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-agrees-2.5-pay-increase-for-members-serving-on-saga-vessels/Nautilus members serving onboard vessels owned, operated or managed by Saga Cruises Ltd have accepted a 2.5% pay increase.Thu, 03 Feb 2022 16:10:37 Z2022-02-04T06:06:18Z2e91f7d9-d521-45d2-a29b-7caa7b812591https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-recovers-1.6-million-in-unpaid-wages-for-yacht-members/Nautilus International has recovered more than £1.6 million in unpaid wages for members working in the yacht sector over the past two years.Thu, 03 Feb 2022 11:10:40 Z2022-02-03T11:32:31Za5360cc5-c7af-43d9-90c6-7bfd0315319ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-oppose-the-establishment-of-us-virgin-islands-flag/A coalition of American labour organisations, including Nautilus Federation affiliates, have released a statement opposing the establishment of a flag of convenience open registry shipping regime in the US Virgin Islands.Thu, 03 Feb 2022 09:18:52 Z2022-02-04T10:26:00Z8037ca32-6e87-4175-9f62-46ef389068f0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/royal-museums-greenwich-celebrate-lgbt-history-month/Royal Museums Greenwich is putting on a month of events for LGBT+ History Month this February celebrating LGBT+ histories and stories.Wed, 02 Feb 2022 16:37:12 Z2022-02-04T12:10:03Z0705082a-35f4-43b7-80c3-7fa853cebfdchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/yacht-captain-brendan-oshannassy-on-the-importance-of-a-union-for-yacht-crew/Brendan O'Shannassy is a captain working in the superyacht industry. He shares how his experiences working ashore have been essential to his career at sea .Wed, 02 Feb 2022 15:21:08 Z2025-07-30T09:09:40Z2ca3a2ad-d12c-4bf8-a565-4f8dbab01d74https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/denmark-extends-scheme-for-extra-medicine-and-equipment/As a result of the continued high level of Covid-19 infections worldwide, the Danish Maritime Authority has decided to extend the scheme which gives Danish-registered ships the opportunity to carry extra medicine and equipment.Fri, 28 Jan 2022 15:31:30 Z2022-01-31T13:20:45Zdd95a5f2-a55d-48d1-8a8a-524b955f12b8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/yo-yo-effect-in-covid-19-restrictions-causing-havoc-for-seafarers-says-q4-2021-seafarers-happiness-index/Covid-19 continued to severely affect the wellbeing of seafarers in 2021, according to the Q4 report of the Seafarers Happiness Index by maritime charity the Mission to Seafarers.Thu, 27 Jan 2022 13:42:47 Z2022-02-15T17:38:08Zbceffb29-a5ac-4c10-b669-1ac0b5164629https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/revamped-jobs-board-for-maritime-professionals/Nautilus International has relaunched its jobs board, Nautilus Jobs, to help maritime professionals make their next career move.Tue, 25 Jan 2022 15:52:16 Z2022-01-25T16:39:12Zc673297a-c712-49cf-843c-91998a1350a7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/beware-job-scams-are-rife-on-social-media/Have you been offered a job out of the blue on Facebook? Or seen a great job advertised on WhatsApp? It's almost certainly a scam.Tue, 25 Jan 2022 15:42:07 Z2022-01-25T15:47:56Z9cb7420a-f9d9-4b1c-b2da-43d4e856c9fehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-release-report-into-the-explosion-of-galwad-y-mor-resulting-in-injuries-to-crew/The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has released a report into the explosion aboard the crab potting vessel Galwad-Y-Mor on 15 December 2020.Tue, 25 Jan 2022 13:16:20 Z2022-02-03T12:55:21Z056995a8-89c6-4e35-9bf1-cd7b21e24a5chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/norwegian-coaster-sinks-after-listing/Norwegian coaster Bjugnfjord sank between Denmark and Sweden in the early hours of Friday (21 Jan) after running into bad weather the night before.Sat, 22 Jan 2022 09:53:30 Z2022-01-24T15:52:42Zbef6dfee-7314-4237-ad7a-8ceed4f49e85https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/why-policy-makers-suffer-from-an-alarming-sea-blindness/The socio-economic importance of the maritime transport value chain is not mirrored in the political agenda of governments in Europe and worldwide, says the ETF's Estelle BrentnallFri, 21 Jan 2022 15:31:41 Z2022-08-19T10:13:47Z4ccb8f5e-6bcd-43d8-a1d5-c9139b1e0d29https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/standing-up-for-key-workers/Standing up for key workers: Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson 's regular comment.Fri, 21 Jan 2022 09:55:00 Z2022-01-21T10:23:34Z0cb93a5a-0478-4d3c-abd1-2037df2a2f3dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-champions-reboot/The Nautilus Champions programme will be rebooted in 2022 with more opportunities for media training, mentoring, and lobbying for members.Thu, 20 Jan 2022 12:40:19 Z2022-01-20T14:32:28Z19c4ed6b-c3cd-4631-8b78-e4c6bbf5facdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/get-involved-sea-to-city/Sea to City is a joint initiative between Nautilus International and Maritime London, which pairs people currently working in the UK maritime services sector with those at sea who may be considering a move.Thu, 20 Jan 2022 12:17:05 Z2023-08-11T15:08:42Z5919700c-0fba-409f-ac02-bb1179f9c594https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/three-keys-to-boosting-your-career/Superyacht training and crew expert Emma Baggett has worked for many years to improve training and support for crew. Rob Coston talks with her about how yacht professionals can thrive in their careers.Wed, 19 Jan 2022 16:19:32 Z2022-01-19T16:58:42Z8b984b19-08cd-46ca-81e5-a3eef6e4a266https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mandatory-overtime-pushing-panama-canal-tug-captains-to-the-edge-unions-say/The International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots (MM&P), an affiliate of the Nautilus Federation, has reported ongoing fatigue issues at the Panama Canal.Wed, 19 Jan 2022 15:26:09 Z2022-01-19T15:34:05Zab61a043-8a34-4b2d-834f-2e5c99a0d9dfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-and-coastguard-agency-appoints-first-full-time-chaplain/The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency has appointed its first full-time chaplain.Wed, 19 Jan 2022 15:23:57 Z2022-01-20T15:21:05Z31a48902-b860-4d59-a236-2a96bec6e4f0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ghana-allows-grace-period-on-unvaccinated-crew-fines/Maritime insurer Gard has clarified that Ghana has withdrawn its directive imposing fines on ships with unvaccinated personnel.Tue, 18 Jan 2022 16:31:09 Z2022-01-18T16:38:43Z80765474-59f4-459a-816a-a8796ef5f7d7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cargoship-ran-aground-after-master-fell-asleep/Danish Maritime Accident Investigation Board found vital safeguards missing aboard Beaumaiden, with crewing levels and work schedules making it difficult to provide a night-time lookout.Tue, 18 Jan 2022 14:45:30 Z2022-01-21T10:38:33Zd6a76fc1-cb18-41dc-9810-a65530f892b7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/norwegian-court-rules-crew-negligence-key-factor-in-loss-of-cheshire-ordering-bibby-transport-to-pay-compensation/British shipping company Bibby Transport and Singapore-based operator J. Lauritzen have been ordered to pay compensation and costs totalling around US$30m following an accident in 2017, in which an Isle of Man-flagged ship and its fertiliser cargo were destroyed.Tue, 18 Jan 2022 14:40:27 Z2022-01-18T15:08:54Zcf520c65-7d8c-4b90-a840-359f652a47b5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/financing-further-study/Managed by the Marine Society on behalf of Nautilus International, Slater Fund scholarships offer up to £18,500 to cover a range of expenses connected with maritime studies, with an additional discretionary £1,500 for completing the programme.Tue, 18 Jan 2022 11:00:04 Z2022-04-12T11:41:48Z311739dd-963a-46ea-b447-71f0163e536bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/why-joining-a-union-can-be-good-for-cadets/So, you've taken the plunge and finally started that maritime cadet training you've been thinking about for ages? The new year is a great time to take on a new challenge.Tue, 18 Jan 2022 10:55:48 Z2022-01-18T13:21:27Z53abcde4-e9af-4a40-a448-cc5cc6fec716https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-fort-victoria-makes-triumphant-return/RFA Fort Victoria has returned to the UK after a 195-day deployment with the Royal Navy’s Carrier Strike Group. The 33,675-tonne ship arrived at Defence Munitions (DM) Crombie in West Fife on 12 December.Mon, 17 Jan 2022 13:53:20 Z2022-01-17T14:02:51Zf5ec53ee-fcd1-4c6e-94bb-d074cd5dd362https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/rfa-commodore-responds-to-member-concerns/Royal Fleet Auxiliary Commodore David Eagles has issued an extensive response to concerns raised by Nautilus members during the 2021 pay and conditions reviewFri, 14 Jan 2022 16:27:20 Z2022-01-17T14:04:57Zefa5e986-047d-4074-b972-31de1ab9c6f7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-professional--and-technical-column-time-to-scrap-covid-19-travel-restrictions-for-good/The Nautilus Professional and Technical column. The Union's Professional and Technical officer David Appleton comments on Covid-19 travel restrictions.Fri, 14 Jan 2022 15:44:04 Z2022-11-15T16:07:09Zccde22e2-a3b0-408b-bf43-b0ba34bb3e0chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-professional-and-technical-forum-international-regulatory-and-guidance-update-january-2022/Nautilus Professional and Technical Forum: International regulatory and guidance updateFri, 14 Jan 2022 15:14:26 Z2022-01-18T13:20:18Zcf2ab131-7c3a-4adb-9daa-5a4ef1261c7chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/working-safely-at-sea-a-campaign-for-better-safety-awareness-in-the-maritime-sector/Every year unnecessarily injuries and even fatalities happen in maritime. The Dutch Safety Board's annual 'Shipping Accident Report' shows that almost half of the incidents at sea involve an industrial accident.Fri, 14 Jan 2022 09:30:00 Z2022-01-14T11:12:26Za2f0453d-3284-454e-a8c7-b7bdd1fc0496https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/global-problem-of-modern-slavery-highlighted-in-fishing-industry/The challenges of enforcing international legislation to protect the rights of fishing crew have been highlighted by global maritime charity Stella Maris.Thu, 13 Jan 2022 15:00:50 Z2022-02-15T17:41:34Z1dea3a9f-49f4-4362-b68c-c9da86c0ed2bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/un-agencies-unions-and-transport-sector-launch-joint-action-group-to-protect-transport-workers-during-pandemic/United Nations agencies and other international organisations and unions have established a Joint Action Group to protect transport workers and secure supply chains during the Covid-19 pandemic.Thu, 13 Jan 2022 12:55:18 Z2022-01-13T13:18:10Zefc883f9-321a-483f-bc60-41bcb58eb394https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imb-annual-report-warns-of-continuing-threat-to-seafarers-in-gulf-of-guinea/The ICC International Maritime Bureau (IMB) is urging the maritime industry to be cautious in its piracy and armed robbery report for 2021, despite the lowest number of reported incidents since 1994.Thu, 13 Jan 2022 11:48:04 Z2022-10-10T15:29:36Zf59d82bb-b155-4423-a7e3-d899bd85e44dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/armed-guards-to-protect-dutch-vessels/Armed guards to protect Dutch vesselsThu, 13 Jan 2022 10:35:40 Z2022-01-13T13:22:59Zf9057c91-9272-4404-b449-0dc3573b5d68https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/legal-comment/Legal commentThu, 13 Jan 2022 09:18:02 Z2022-01-21T17:29:14Z7fe1d89a-97dc-4697-8e45-029f3853a17ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/improving-your-bill-of-rights/Director of legal services Charles Boyle, a recognised expert in the Maritime Labour Convention, explains proposed amendments to the documentWed, 12 Jan 2022 15:03:36 Z2022-03-14T14:22:56Ze80c2a15-e348-45f0-9630-93a4f5dd260fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-social-conditions-survey-life-onboard/Romantic notions of travel, adventure and seeing the world were the most common themes, alongside money and career opportunities, when members were asked what first inspired them to work at sea.Tue, 11 Jan 2022 17:10:03 Z2022-08-01T14:31:52Z91301128-bcc4-4dfd-aa16-e782b721cf44https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-social-conditions-survey-respect-for-maritime-professionals/Nautilus has been surveying its members for 30 years on the respect given to them in the vital roles that they play at sea. The Union believes that these measures act as a barometer upon which wider conditions in the profession can be judged.Tue, 11 Jan 2022 16:07:52 Z2022-03-14T10:45:48Z2aa68bf6-4437-440d-a270-f8de01e808bchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-social-conditions-survey-safety-onboard/In the 2021 Nautilus Social Conditions survey, there was a concerning increase in the proportion of Nautilus members who told us that safety incidents had occurred on their ship.Tue, 11 Jan 2022 15:13:23 Z2022-03-14T10:41:24Z4739ef02-de97-47f9-a55d-1c7b0c5d3210https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-social-conditions-survey-conditions-onboard/Members were asked for their satisfaction with various aspects of life onboard. In 2001 and 2010, the highest levels of dissatisfaction were recorded on recreational facilities onboard, shore leave, stress levels, general morale, workload, and pay.Tue, 11 Jan 2022 11:39:38 Z2022-03-14T10:39:34Z57ac129f-aff8-4da4-873c-e4b700e9d8fbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-social-conditions-survey-the-impact-of-covid-19/Nautilus Social Conditions Survey: Despite their efforts in keeping global trade moving through the most difficult period in recent history, maritime professionals were left brutally exposed by the international response to Covid-19.Tue, 11 Jan 2022 11:22:57 Z2022-03-14T10:31:47Z9fdd9f19-1806-45c1-bcf1-679bd2eb9df6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-social-conditions-survey-in-their-own-words-maritime-workers-on-what-life-onboard-is-really-like/The Nautilus International Social Conditions Survey is a decades-long research project that lifts the lid on how seafarers are treated in the maritime workplace - in the words of Nautilus members themselvesTue, 11 Jan 2022 10:52:07 Z2022-03-14T10:29:53Z917fd8cf-f2ef-4234-9ae5-bd6c314cbb42https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-blame-game-what-the-cma-cgm-libra-case-means-for-seafarers/A case that dragged on for 10 years shows it is in the owner's best interests to blame the master and crew for accidents after vessel departure, maritime consultant Ulrich Jurgens writesMon, 10 Jan 2022 15:55:45 Z2022-01-18T11:31:55Z5760f4fd-1a44-421b-94b7-eb9d036bc6afhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sea-change-in-welfare-grants-funding-for-seafarers-in-crisis/Maritime charity Sailors' Society has launched a new fund to provide urgent welfare grants for seafarers and their families in desperate need.Mon, 10 Jan 2022 11:48:07 Z2022-01-12T13:46:39Z90733709-2839-44cc-b975-d2089eb9a57dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/immense-support-for-union-campaign-ensuring-seafarers-are-exempt-from-criminalisation-under-uk-immigration-bill/Following an announcement from Nautilus International about the success of the Union's campaign to ensure seafarers are not criminalised under the Nationality and Borders Bill there has been an overwhelming show of support on social media for the Union's work.Mon, 10 Jan 2022 11:02:00 Z2022-01-25T16:01:59Z2404178d-9dad-434f-a5cd-9fadf3e8a30ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/mca-nautical-policy-lead-captain-rakesh-pandit-on-the-attractiveness-of-a-career-at-sea/Captain Rakesh Pandit FRIN works as the nautical policy lead at the Maritime & Coastguard agency advising the government on the safety of navigation policies. He shares why he joined the maritime industry and some of his favourite places to travel.Fri, 07 Jan 2022 13:26:26 Z2024-02-05T12:51:03Z021720c9-ecca-4b57-80e6-1b3b43661373https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-campaign-ensures-seafarers-exempt-from-criminal-prosecution-under-new-uk-immigration-bill/Seafarers will be exempted from criminal prosecution for helping rescue people at sea, following a successful campaign by Nautilus International, with assistance from Maritime UK and the UK Chamber of Shipping.Thu, 06 Jan 2022 16:53:00 Z2022-02-04T14:55:39Z62ccdb6f-a6ef-4176-8333-78306599d79bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/queens-new-year-honours-for-2022-recognise-seafaring-champions-at-maritime-charities/Leading figures in the maritime charity sector have been recognised in the Queen's UK New Year Honours List for 2022, for their commitment to seafarers during the pandemic, services in fundraising and as champions for women in maritime.Wed, 05 Jan 2022 10:32:08 Z2022-01-12T13:46:39Zbdf5d793-1f97-46a8-94d5-82f8687843behttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/paid-annual-leave-for-part-time-seafarers-how-a-new-ruling-affects-members/Nautilus head of legal services Charles Boyle discusses an important ruling by the Employment Appeal Tribunal on 'annual leave with pay' for part-time seafarersWed, 05 Jan 2022 09:15:05 Z2022-01-05T09:37:32Z06e0c006-0a16-4f52-8d23-51ced1f519fahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/focus-on-mariners-park-dementia-care/Specialist dementia care nurse Gaynor Harrison sums up her busy first year at Nautilus Mariners' Park as 'helping people make sense of change'.Tue, 04 Jan 2022 09:10:00 Z2022-02-03T14:14:46Z51156a60-2873-4d04-bc4c-b3be38c1f3abhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-supporting-seafarers-with-their-mental-health-by-catherine-spencer-ceo-of-the-seafarers-charity/The Maritime Charity Column : Supporting seafarers with their mental health by Catherine Spencer, CEO of The Seafarers' CharityTue, 04 Jan 2022 09:00:00 Z2022-01-17T15:24:18Z1e367995-0a5a-4800-91f5-df00f04a81d5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/working-into-retirement/With more people looking to work beyond the state retirement age, employers must do more to achieve equal opportunities in employment for all seafarers says Nautilus Council member Malcolm Graves.Fri, 31 Dec 2021 14:55:01 Z2022-06-20T10:22:11Z617065f6-9f66-42a9-b8c4-245388eab128https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-future-for-seafarer-pensions/Norway brought in a new pension scheme for seafarers in 2020 which allows them to keep working and paying in for longerFri, 31 Dec 2021 14:38:46 Z2022-01-05T14:36:10Z6ae0bb6b-cb40-44e7-8d58-f57c6d1d53f6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafaring-on-show/A celebration of maritime life, work and history is attracting numerous visitors at the Museum of London Docklands.Wed, 29 Dec 2021 14:51:26 Z2022-01-31T11:49:19Za84d0140-0c77-4509-9c63-30244195cbebhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-accolade-for-trainee-cadets-elevated-to-national-stage/The Bevis Minter Award recognises the achievements of the 'most worthy' cadet at a specific college in a specific year. It is designed to acknowledge a cadet who has worked hard to achieve success in their training.Wed, 22 Dec 2021 11:57:00 Z2022-01-10T15:52:48Z1c286268-5b1d-4f3e-94c2-07645fba302fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/visiting-seafarers-urged-to-get-vaccinated/Nautilus International is urging all visiting seafarers to the UK to get vaccinated against Covid-19 following confirmation of access to services from the Department of Health and Social Care.Wed, 22 Dec 2021 10:57:16 Z2021-12-22T11:14:47Z570cfa13-dca8-4238-86b2-db819d7af08chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/denmark-union-backs-naval-support-in-gulf-of-guinea/The Dansk Metal union has thrown its weight behind anti-piracy naval support in the Gulf of Guinea.Wed, 22 Dec 2021 08:43:53 Z2021-12-22T08:50:32Zb4240ccb-943d-4c77-931e-08117e299727https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-deliver-a-bright-christmas-despite-tough-year/Members deliver a bright Christmas despite tough yearMon, 20 Dec 2021 16:44:50 Z2021-12-29T10:53:26Z29dc31d9-6c13-4690-993d-208ef4bacc5chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/un-agency-launches-international-day-for-women-in-maritime/The talents and skills of women in maritime will be celebrated annually on 18 May after the International Maritime Organization (IMO) adopted an International Day for Women in Maritime.Fri, 17 Dec 2021 12:16:33 Z2022-04-13T10:38:16Z4381d3ac-a64c-4711-ab2d-5cef5f2e8150https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/poor-survey-data-led-to-isle-of-skye-tanker-grounding/The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has made safety recommendations to fish producer Mowi (Scotland) in a report on its findings into the 2020 grounding and flooding of chemical tanker Key Bora in the approaches to Kyleakin pier in the Isle of Skye.Thu, 16 Dec 2021 16:39:28 Z2021-12-17T14:02:56Zb2c33f15-9fa5-4935-8a4c-4110bd7f5aaahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-supports-ukho-fair-pay-campaign/Nautilus International is supporting a fair pay campaign which seeks a pay settlement to address the cost-of-living crisis affecting civil servants at the UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO).Thu, 16 Dec 2021 16:37:11 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Ze7d29c9f-462d-4fa3-be30-4a8dffeb2d5dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-abandoned-in-kenya-face-further-delays-on-legal-redress-and-repatriation/Ten seafarers from the Ra-Horakhty fishing vessel, abandoned in Mombasa, Kenya for the past nine months, face a bleak Christmas as efforts to seek legal redress and repatriation have been delayed, says global maritime charity Stella Maris.Thu, 16 Dec 2021 16:26:24 Z2021-12-17T15:28:39Z5bb56e17-382e-4e24-a8ee-366379b910cbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/bahamas-maritime-authority-releases-report-into-pride-of-hull-engine-room-fire/The Marine Accident and Investigation Branch (MAIB) has shared the Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) investigation into a fire that resulted in the disablement of the Bahamas-registered ferry Pride of Hull last year.Thu, 16 Dec 2021 15:55:20 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Z84f3b171-086c-4891-acc4-62b583d0d095https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-not-forgotten-as-maritime-charities-bring-christmas-cheer/Seafarers who are working harder than ever this year to ensure goods are delivered in time for the festivities are not being forgotten by maritime charities around the world.Wed, 15 Dec 2021 15:49:48 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Z3923732f-bca2-410b-99b1-349d0b82fbdbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-backs-australian-unions-in-svitzer-negotiation/The Nautilus Federation is assisting two affiliated Australian unions, after Svitzer threatened to terminate long-standing agreements that protect the terms & conditions of maritime professionals.Wed, 15 Dec 2021 14:47:14 Z2022-03-11T15:27:54Z84321c3c-5633-45d7-9c6f-1cb65283799ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ruby-princess-inquiry-finds-crew-had-no-knowledge-of-covid-outbreak-onboard/A New Zealand Customs inquiry into the March 2020 visit of cruise ship Ruby Princess has found the company and crew had no knowledge that Covid-19 was onboard when the vessel arrived in the country.Wed, 15 Dec 2021 14:31:15 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Zaca7afe7-985d-42fd-82bf-cbb8031b6d5dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-with-pando-ferries-accept-pay-offer/Following a consultation, Nautilus International members with P&O Ferries (Jersey) Ltd, P&O North Sea (Jersey) Ltd and P&O Irish Sea (Jersey) have voted – at a ratio of four to one – to accept a pay offer submitted to the Union.Tue, 14 Dec 2021 14:58:39 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Z6743e7c5-df10-4e25-969d-5679d70634f3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/qvsr-giftwraps-christmas-joy-for-seafarers/Over 2,500 seafarers visiting the ports of London on the Thames will receive a Christmas present during the festive season, thanks to the Queen Victoria Seamen's Rest (QVSR) seafarers' centre at the port of Tilbury.Tue, 14 Dec 2021 09:11:20 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Z3b312f5e-bdf1-43a7-b818-2b5dfe99266fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/investigation-begins-into-scot-carrier-and-karin-h%C3%B8j-collision/A preliminary investigation into gross negligence in maritime traffic is being conducted, following a collision between the UK-registered Scotline general cargo vessel Scot Carrier and Danish-registered construction ship Karin Høj.Mon, 13 Dec 2021 16:12:02 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Z08011b9f-d0f5-4f3c-b08f-81c81f35c2e2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-member-rescues-fisherman-in-gulf-of-guinea/On 5 November Nautilus member Anthony 'Tony' Nicholas rescued a stranded fisherman, Oussaman Sarr, off the coast of Senegal.Mon, 13 Dec 2021 13:01:01 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Zd6d290a7-4f6e-4fab-a33b-d458bcbc62e4https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/blog-articles/seasons-greetings/Silence is golden, but in the case of the MCG blog, also guilty of not passing on all the initiatives the group has in train. So belatedly I will now seek to rectify this.Mon, 13 Dec 2021 12:07:21 Z2021-12-13T13:57:06Z156e7f05-6355-4818-8aa8-6a4d7db91afbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/incidents-in-piracy-may-have-decreased-but-core-components-that-drive-piracy-remain-unaltered-says-dryad/Maritime intelligence and risk experts at Dryad Global have welcomed the apparent decline of piracy in the Gulf of Guinea during 2021, but have warned that this is unlikely to be due to 'fundamental or lasting change' in the region brought about by any one government or initiative.Mon, 13 Dec 2021 11:13:00 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Zacd918c3-17ec-4a28-9232-82d2996ee7f8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/hal-crew-agree-3-pay-raise-for-one-year/Holland America Line (HAL) crew will see a 3% pay raise from January 2022 as part of a one-year one-off collective bargaining agreement (CBA) hammered out by Nautilus International.Fri, 10 Dec 2021 16:21:30 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Zf08bb4e4-9a5e-4e81-88eb-dfc85d12b312https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/highest-honour-for-merchant-navys-leading-lights/Fourteen maritime luminaries – including Nautilus members – have been honoured with British shipping's highest honour, the Merchant Navy Medal, at a ceremony held at Trinity House on 8 December.Fri, 10 Dec 2021 14:41:25 Z2022-01-31T15:28:05Ze189a2e4-9b91-482e-aed5-8f11cdc873f4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/vatican-tells-imo-that-seafarers-rights-must-be-upheld/An International Maritime Organization (IMO) meeting has heard concerns from the Vatican over the unjust treatment and violence at sea faced by many maritime professionals.Fri, 10 Dec 2021 12:20:00 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Z887a6231-9ddd-4df8-9fdf-9798a2c38bbehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/master-and-crew-bravery-recognised-in-mission-to-seafarers-annual-awards/A master was among the winners of The Mission to Seafarers's (MtS) annual Seafarers' Awards, announced in Singapore during a virtual event held on 8 December 2021.Fri, 10 Dec 2021 10:41:22 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Z26202bfd-a125-42b6-9eb1-e219c55b7780https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/maritime-charities-extend-redundancy--retraining-fund/The Maritime Charities Group (MCG) Covid-19 Redundancy and Retraining Bursary Fund has been extended for a further 3 months to the end of March 2022.Fri, 10 Dec 2021 08:14:52 Z2021-12-10T08:53:35Z0fd1e00b-2c66-4b9f-a78a-0d74d2e0adb7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/old-friends-on-a-new-hospital-ship--the-nautilus-telegraph-gets-back-in-touch-with-two-longstanding-mercy-ships-crew-members/When the charity Mercy Ships was preparing its new hospital ship Africa Mercy for service in 2005, Nautilus was there, meeting husband-and-wife crew members Andy and Brenda Cole. Now with new ship, Global Mercy on the way and the Coles are still involved, but this time in the Netherlands.Thu, 09 Dec 2021 15:50:36 Z2021-12-09T16:19:30Z1f462f0a-4e83-42b1-b38a-ec17c871f68bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/when-sea-safety-becomes-unsafe/Shipmaster Nic Gardner is no stranger to the demands of safety paperwork onboard, and for her BSc dissertation she investigated the concept of 'safety clutter'. She explains what this means and how her research has revealed ways to tackle itThu, 09 Dec 2021 15:36:21 Z2021-12-10T10:00:21Z85773167-9043-4477-8737-e615b802f509https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/what-does-the-new-hiv-treatment-mean-for-seafarers/The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) published draft guidance recommending a long-acting injectable treatment for HIV-1 infection in adults. Chief medical advisor at the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Dr Sally Bell explains what new treatment will mean for seafarersThu, 09 Dec 2021 13:41:35 Z2021-12-10T14:15:28Z58c29a0d-05d5-4ec1-8232-b6ac91843b25https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/new-free-mcg-seminar-available-online/MCG launched a new free online seminar series in September 2021.Thu, 09 Dec 2021 11:07:08 Z2021-12-09T11:12:00Z99bd489f-ced2-4b62-9bb3-22256b45dd38https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-announces-virgin-voyages-cba/Nautilus International has signed a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with Virgin Voyages Cruises Guernsey Ltd. (employer) and Virgin Cruises Intermediate Limited (vessel operator).Wed, 08 Dec 2021 21:24:30 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Z6f05f7ac-0c96-4ff1-bdf1-e39235fbe6d5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/oil-platform-collision-tanker-master-had-not-slept-for-50-hours/The master of a 159,500dwt tanker that struck an oil and gas platform off the US coast had not slept for more than 50 hours before the accident, an investigation has revealed.Wed, 08 Dec 2021 15:15:41 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Z876a7692-48c5-4fcd-8a15-1328243d33bbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stella-maris-chaplain-supports-bulker-crew-following-masters-death/A Stella Maris port chaplain in Mauritius provided pastoral support to the crew of a bulk carrier following the murder of the ship's captain.Wed, 08 Dec 2021 10:44:04 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Zf3e8bd6e-c3a3-45ab-8474-61b7b959e24dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/crew-in-historic-motorboat-set-sail-for-southern-capes-on-a-merchant-route-in-attempt-at-world-first-circumnavigation/Former Merchant Navy seafarer and CEO of Scottish publishing company Witherbys, Iain Macneil and a crew of four have embarked on a first of its kind circumnavigation.Tue, 07 Dec 2021 16:41:53 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Z315f48a1-72f6-4c00-9cfe-e25bb9e338cehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/landmark-libra-ruling-finds-negligent-passage-planning-can-render-a-ship-unseaworthy/A long-awaited UK Supreme Court judgment has ruled that negligent passage planning by the master and officers can render a ship unseaworthy.Tue, 07 Dec 2021 09:12:34 Z2022-01-05T15:49:13Z530b246a-856a-4f8a-8bfb-5dd0cb84e6abhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/more-ships-of-the-past-update-from-an-interactive-historical-community/In 2021, our regular Telegraph feature Ships of the Past went online with a special interactive hub at www.nautilusint.org/ships-of-the-past. The hub has led to engagement with our historic ships from all over the world, and readers have been sharing their memories of the vessels too.Mon, 06 Dec 2021 14:34:22 Z2021-12-06T14:41:48Ze0071456-23bf-4845-a809-666b55110e58https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/covid-redundancy-and-retraining-funding-extended-until-2022/The Maritime Charities Group (MCG) has extended its Covid Redundancy and Retraining fund until 31 March 2022. This extension comes after a review of the ongoing Covid situation and latest industrial developments.Mon, 06 Dec 2021 13:57:41 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Z7d5f526a-066c-4363-b3ed-53f4bc127b88https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sip-and-puff-helmet-for-disabled-skippers-atlantic-crossing-arrives-at-national-maritime-museum/A specially adapted helmet designed for disabled sailors has gone on display for six months at the UK's National Maritime Museum to raise awareness of the importance of accessibility in the marine environment.Mon, 06 Dec 2021 13:30:25 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Zbb10e62a-446d-45a8-a6cd-1fc18c3ee114https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-imposes-strict-new-travel-restrictions/From 00:01hrs EST (05:01hrs GMT) on Monday December 6 all passengers aged two years and older are required show a negative Covid-19 test result taken no more than 24 hours before travel, or documentation of having recovered from Covid-19 in the past 90 days, before they board their flight.Sat, 04 Dec 2021 11:19:39 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Z85aea31a-0b7d-45d7-9da2-886df5f98733https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/panama-canal-working-conditions-has-the-potential-to-impact-international-maritime-trade-greater-than-the-ever-given-grounding-warns-mmp/The International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots (MM&P) has released a statement warning of another supply chain crisis in the Panama Canal which has the potential to impact international maritime trade.Fri, 03 Dec 2021 11:46:28 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Z580b0dbf-1d40-487a-89f6-62e23325ac63https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sea-cadets-help-rescue-stranded-scottish-locals-during-storm-arwen/Sea Cadets from the Scottish Fraserburgh Unit stepped up to help their local community as Storm Arwen wreaked havoc across Scotland.Thu, 02 Dec 2021 15:08:11 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Za062e534-2dc5-46bf-baa8-212a61595524https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/benefits-of-union-membership-underscored-at-equality-and-diversity-forum/Nautilus members heard a full update on all the Union's 'behind the scenes' work on behalf of members over 2021, when they gathered online for the final Equality and Diversity Forum (EDF) of 2021.Thu, 02 Dec 2021 14:22:05 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Z4d83a1cc-ee3d-4d9d-b8f3-a2092aa8fd1bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-faqs-on-covid19-coronavirus/This Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) article sets out some general guidance for members, mostly relying on the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC) and Seafarers' Employment Agreement (SEA). However, note that there will be differences between flag states' laws.Wed, 01 Dec 2021 17:45:00 Z2023-08-15T13:53:21Za2e100b3-1e0c-4b0c-adc8-1c78c2964b85https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-urges-members-to-check-online-banking-verification-methods-to-ensure-access-to-online-purchases-onboard/Nautilus is informing members that they should check their bank's requirements for identity verification prior to going onboard, if they intend to use online banking services.Wed, 01 Dec 2021 11:56:29 Z2021-12-17T09:35:02Z4fccd25b-dbbf-48fb-933a-f408efc33cc2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/just-transition-maritime-taskforce-opportunity-for-fair-green-transition-for-seafarers/The Just Transition Maritime Taskforce is an opportunity for a fair green transition for seafarers, Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson saysWed, 01 Dec 2021 11:30:00 Z2022-01-04T09:18:24Z52e1da63-86f7-4bfd-b807-77d4783dd377https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-extending-mariner-support-at-nautilus-mariners-park-by-mick-howarth-welfare-manager-for-the-nautilus-welfare-fund/As 2021 draws to an end, planning is underway for new office and residential accommodation at Nautilus Mariners' Park, which rings in exciting new changes for both the Nautilus Welfare Fund and Nautilus International for 2022.Wed, 01 Dec 2021 10:00:00 Z2022-01-17T15:27:41Z7c32bb59-587a-47fd-b7cb-78b6f80ba91dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fair-pay-campaigning-to-end-low-pay-exploitation-and-abandonment/Nautilus special report on the Union's Fair Pay campaigning to end low pay, exploitation, and abandonmentWed, 01 Dec 2021 08:53:00 Z2021-12-02T08:51:34Zf9c1cdfa-8b27-4110-9f7a-1a969b6d14bahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fair-access-campaigning-for-equal-opportunities-in-training-and-careers/Nautilus International special report on the Union's Fair Access campaigning for equal opportunities in training and careersWed, 01 Dec 2021 08:40:00 Z2021-12-01T15:15:58Z93e33c79-c850-488a-88c5-2d9c07c15813https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fair-treatment-campaigning-to-end-the-criminalisation-of-seafarers/Nautilus special report on its Fair Treatment campaigning to end the criminalisation of seafarers.Wed, 01 Dec 2021 08:37:00 Z2021-12-02T08:48:49Z899d07a0-e52f-4ab7-be6d-14ee0e9f4a76https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fair-workplaces-campaigning-for-safety-onboard-and-onshore/Nautilus International special report on its Fair Workplaces campaigning for safety onboard and onshoreWed, 01 Dec 2021 08:31:00 Z2021-12-06T09:53:34Zf491ab4a-582b-4b2c-81ea-a2ff7ac7e6b3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fair-society-campaigning-for-a-just-transition-to-a-more-sustainable-society/Nautilus special report on the Union's Fair Society campaigning for a just transition to a more sustainable societyWed, 01 Dec 2021 08:18:00 Z2021-12-01T15:18:25Zab80aab4-fd6b-4438-ba2c-d28fa9ffeed6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-awards-media-sales-contract-to-inktop/Following a competitive tender process, Inktop Commercial has won the contract to deliver outsourced media sales for Nautilus International from January 2022.Tue, 30 Nov 2021 16:59:00 Z2021-11-30T14:22:44Z9f2dee53-920d-445b-b1f2-475ab0538c66https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipping-industry-calls-for-increased-pressure-on-gulf-of-guinea-pirates-following-exchange-of-fire-with-danish-navy/International shipping organisation BIMCO has called on all naval forces to apply increased pressure on piracy groups in the Gulf of Guinea following an incident between a suspected pirate vessel and the Danish Navy on 24 November 2021.Mon, 29 Nov 2021 15:30:29 Z2021-11-30T10:10:22Z5059e956-711e-4b79-9f2e-ea64e8e0a625https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-hospital-society-reveals-findings-of-yale-study-at-200th-anniversary-celebration/The Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS) has celebrated its 200th anniversary at a seminar that both looked back to the organisation's illustrious past, and also asked how maritime charities and industry can best support seafarers in the future.Mon, 29 Nov 2021 13:25:41 Z2024-12-13T11:06:56Z22581300-3b2f-44e1-97cb-6b61035cbe2bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/christmas-cheer-switched-on-at-mariners-park-for-2021/Christmas cheer will be formally switched on for retired seafarers at the Nautilus Welfare Fund's Mariners' Park Estate on Thursday 9 December 2021.Mon, 29 Nov 2021 12:20:00 Z2021-11-29T12:29:59Z210b2fae-5a9e-4baa-bd27-c92ea919321ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/government-must-act-after-welsh-university-illegally-employed-and-underpaid-seafarers/A research vessel linked with Bangor University and the Welsh Government is at the centre of a pay and immigration dispute, where a contractor breached immigration and labour laws to employ seafarers in the UK illegally.Mon, 29 Nov 2021 09:34:07 Z2021-11-29T09:49:48Z7fadd3be-cbdc-46fb-bba9-7a58128f4ff0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/never-again-how-a-better-understanding-of-aerodynamics-and-hydrodynamics-could-help-prevent-another-ever-given-incident/Despite the industry's attempts to draw attention to the ongoing crew change crisis, the biggest shipping story of 2021 was undoubtedly the containership Ever Given becoming wedged across the Suez Canal. How can we stop such an incident happening in future?Fri, 26 Nov 2021 09:36:03 Z2021-11-29T12:42:28Z4cc931f4-0712-4ddc-86c9-c622095fb31dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/irish-ferries-to-expand-fleet-on-dover-calais-route/Irish Ferries has announced it is to deploy three vessels on the Dover-Calais (short sea) route next year. The company is acquiring the ro-ro ferry Ciudad de Mahon from Trasmed, and plans to put the vessel into service in late January 2022.Thu, 25 Nov 2021 20:07:46 Z2021-11-25T20:17:28Z040cda6c-caa4-4ed5-8796-b33d52386780https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/zero-tolerance-message-from-union-on-sexual-violence-at-sea/Nautilus members affected by sexual violence or gender discrimination while at sea have been reminded that they have access to the union's help, in a zero tolerance message marking the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.Thu, 25 Nov 2021 16:46:00 Z2021-11-26T12:16:16Zb8df3c46-6d59-4463-9f00-22d9d79784e3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cma-investigation-launched-into-the-capacity-sharing-agreement-between-po-ferries-and-dfds/On 11 November 2021, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) launched an investigation into the agreement between P&O Ferries Holdings Limited and DFDS A/S to share capacity with respect to their driver-accompanied freight shipments on the Dover-Calais route.Thu, 25 Nov 2021 15:43:38 Z2021-11-25T15:54:53Z393b7b1b-3b41-43d8-816d-022627314cc5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/combating-violence-against-women-transport-workers-must-be-a-priority-says-etf/The European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) is urging governments to ratify a United Nations (UN) Convention addressing gender-based violence and harassment in a message to mark the 2021 United Nations international day for combating violence against women.Thu, 25 Nov 2021 14:22:27 Z2021-11-25T15:14:01Z6ac1bf75-999f-4725-8a86-c1f68f433f62https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-trustee-granted-honorary-membership/Nautilus International trustee director Henk Lafèbre has been nominated for honorary Nautilus membership for his invaluable contribution to the Union.Thu, 25 Nov 2021 13:58:06 Z2021-12-06T10:44:26Z87de3efa-6bb5-43e7-9a44-a28bfd76b31dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-charity-christmas-calendar-events-in-support-of-seafarers/As maritime charities are aware, many crew and their families may be approaching the Christmas season with further trepidation as the impact of Covid-19, the crew change crisis and other financial and welfare hardships have not gone away.Wed, 24 Nov 2021 15:54:26 Z2021-11-25T09:14:39Zc45122f3-2164-4298-ae3a-a2bef67f2a21https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-members-receive-pay-offer/Nautilus is asking members with P&O Ferries (Jersey) Ltd, P&O North Sea (Jersey) Ltd & P&O Irish Sea (Jersey) to vote on a pay offer that has been submitted to the Union.Mon, 22 Nov 2021 16:34:46 Z2021-11-22T16:38:09Z5a60e682-ef6f-4064-8102-f43b282e5302https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-celebrates-iip-awards/Nautilus International has been selected as a finalist in the Silver category of the Investors in People Awards 2021 (IIP).Thu, 18 Nov 2021 15:40:47 Z2021-11-23T12:38:59Za54dcf71-60b0-4e9b-bf59-8f0a8aef05a5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-navy-launches-fleet-oiler-named-after-gay-rights-leader-harvey-milk/A US Navy vessel named after gay rights leader Harvey Milk, who served four years in the Navy before being forced out, was launched in San Diego Bay on 6 November 2021.Thu, 18 Nov 2021 14:42:18 Z2021-11-18T15:21:12Ze644ba8e-bf5a-4661-a085-56453bd6d7e7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-champion-emma-walters-on-working-in-the-rfa-and-the-importance-of-being-part-of-a-union/With a 20-year career in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary, communications and information systems (CIS) officer and Nautilus Champion Emma Walters talks about the importance of being in a Union and her hopes for mentorship in the future.Thu, 18 Nov 2021 13:24:00 Z2025-07-30T07:58:07Zf4b892ac-326f-4bb8-b74a-114dd9fbdefahttps://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/free-mcg-seminar-on-diversifying-your-charity-board/FREE MCG seminar on diversifying your charity boardTue, 16 Nov 2021 15:01:52 Z2021-11-22T14:12:13Za84c95b8-43d0-43df-a9be-543f9b9bf77ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-heritage-concerns-influence-rejection-of-london-skyscraper/There has been widespread relief in the UK maritime community over the news that planning permission has been refused for a large new viewing tower overlooking the Merchant Navy Memorial on Tower Hill.Tue, 16 Nov 2021 11:24:16 Z2021-11-19T12:12:23Z64bb5d7a-5a12-4af0-9333-202cc09e3e6dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-ceo-mnwb/The trustees of the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) have appointed Stuart Rivers as its new chief executive officer, effective from 1 December.Tue, 16 Nov 2021 10:07:14 Z2021-11-16T10:21:33Zc2d1ff9a-ba22-4135-9f0e-fcae413d3969https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-honours-merchant-navy-seafarer-sacrifices-in-global-conflicts/Nautilus members and officials have paid their respects to Merchant Navy seafarers killed in global conflicts at the 2021 Remembrance events.Mon, 15 Nov 2021 17:05:33 Z2021-11-24T12:11:24Zec1c4bf9-d8e6-4262-af30-fe0117fde527https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/report-into-the-grounding-of-the-stellar-banner-released/The Maritime Administrator for the Marshall Islands has released its report into the grounding of the VLOC Stellar Banner, concluding that the master's decision to deviate from the planned route contributed to the casualty.Mon, 15 Nov 2021 15:31:51 Z2021-11-15T16:20:37Zeea19620-1b1b-4e2f-a361-0b12ad1b603ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-end-of-furlough/The coronavirus pandemic saw the UK introduce a nationwide furlough scheme to help companies retain workers who otherwise would have been made redundant. Now that the scheme is closed, Saffiyah Khalique looks at what we know about how it affected seafarers during the pandemicMon, 15 Nov 2021 15:02:34 Z2021-11-25T11:58:52Z7fefab85-d3a7-4198-a2c8-d67a7064e52ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dutch-police-inspect-rivercruise-ships-operated-by-global-hospitality-providers-and-find-falsified-timesheets-and-excessive-unpaid-overtime/Inspections conducted by Dutch river police Aquapol and social services in the final week of October2021 have revealed gross negligence onboard hotel ships in both Rotterdam and Amsterdam, says Nautilus national organiser Holger Schatz.Mon, 15 Nov 2021 12:43:15 Z2023-06-29T13:48:09Zc155e9d0-e405-4faf-a995-32a8f2bdfa2chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/acta-marine-must-admit-temporary-and-non-eu-employees-to-the-works-council/A Dutch court has found that offshore service provider Acta Marine must admit temporary (and non-EU) employees who have been working for the company for at least 24 months to its Works Council, in proceedings brought by Nautilus International in Rotterdam.Mon, 15 Nov 2021 12:05:05 Z2021-11-15T13:08:50Z1349375f-2580-4bdc-b670-bb6c3c863272https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-immigration-bill-nautilus-and-ukcs-seek-amendment-to-prevent-seafarer-criminalisation/In a joint letter, Nautilus International and the UK Chamber of Shipping (UKCS) have requested an amendment to the proposed Nationality and Borders Bill so that seafarers cannot be criminalised for rescuing migrants.Fri, 12 Nov 2021 20:41:05 Z2021-11-18T13:54:46Zc45b5df6-c256-4518-ae05-0fee857a8b83https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-the-extension-of-smart-scheme/Nautilus International welcomes further funding as the SMarT scheme has been extended for a further six months.Fri, 12 Nov 2021 15:29:21 Z2021-11-26T10:27:55Ze2b938fa-42b9-49aa-a38c-d40d28dbb374https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-official-attends-liverpool-remembrance-service/Nautilus International was represented at a Remembrance Day service at the UK's Port of Liverpool .Fri, 12 Nov 2021 14:33:54 Z2021-11-19T12:11:22Zdac489ba-ed76-49ac-be48-88af1bdf2593https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/targeted-training-support-for-tough-times/The Covid-19 pandemic has hit some maritime sectors harder than others, and many seafarers have realised they would need to retrain. A special bursary has been on hand to help fund this training. Thomas Saunders of the Marine Society charity meets one of the beneficiariesFri, 12 Nov 2021 13:18:56 Z2021-12-06T14:13:08Za298bcca-84f3-468b-bcc0-58160a74d1dfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/jobs-and-training-must-be-at-heart-of-transport-decarbonisation-nautilus-tells-uk-government/Nautilus International is calling on the UK government to greatly increase its efforts to decarbonise transport.Fri, 12 Nov 2021 09:58:26 Z2021-11-12T10:15:00Zcddfb12a-08a2-415a-a304-0584368bd681https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/keyworkers-unforgotten-the-solent-university-pandemic-research-that-gives-a-voice-to-seafarers/A major Solent University study on seafarer wellbeing in the Covid-19 pandemic came to a conclusion in autumn 2021.Thu, 11 Nov 2021 16:32:13 Z2021-11-12T12:11:01Zca854c20-3521-4803-91b7-584281de0179https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-outlines-testing-and-quarantine-requirements-for-seafarers-who-are-not-fully-vaccinated/The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) has issued further clarifications regarding the rules that apply to seafarers entering the country.Thu, 11 Nov 2021 16:09:13 Z2021-11-11T16:33:00Zef1c72bb-89dd-4c04-98df-5e56ad6bfb29https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/merchant-navy-heroes-of-global-conflict-remembered-at-nautilus-mariners-park/Retired mariners, families and staff at Nautilus Mariners' Park in Wallasey have marked Remembrance Day with a special service commemorating Merchant Navy seafarers who have served in global conflicts.Thu, 11 Nov 2021 12:43:23 Z2021-11-24T12:01:35Zf07b3d5b-8b0c-447d-b900-af4957b2aa1ahttps://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/maritime-charities-continue-to-offer-retraining-funding/Maritime Charities continue to offer retraining fundingThu, 11 Nov 2021 12:39:43 Z2021-11-11T14:10:29Z03a778be-8832-4a7a-9cea-21ca35e64cbbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-launches-operation-zero-to-decarbonise-offshore-wind-om-vessels/The UK has launched a new initiative to decarbonise the fleets of workboats and crew transfer vehicles (CTVs) that are essential to the growing offshore wind industry.Thu, 11 Nov 2021 12:30:47 Z2021-11-11T15:26:39Zffa775d5-034a-4ac5-842c-0203d7fdf795https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-raise-concerns-about-training-required-for-new-green-technologies/During COP26, Nautilus Champion Allan Dickson conducted a series of polls on LinkedIn asking seafarers about their concerns around the development of green technologies, particularly in regard to the training that will be required to use them.Thu, 11 Nov 2021 12:27:06 Z2021-11-11T12:42:41Zdf8e8a52-c691-45e6-83f3-6ae10b2dd2eehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-call-for-fair-transition-to-low-carbon-transport/Seafarers have joined with other transport workers to call for a fair transition to greener transportation that preserves good quality, well paid jobs.Thu, 11 Nov 2021 09:48:41 Z2021-11-11T13:34:43Z1465987b-6609-4112-bdbc-4be895a79cbbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/19-countries-sign-clydebank-declaration-to-create-green-shipping-corridors/19 countries sign Clydebank Declaration to create green shipping corridorsThu, 11 Nov 2021 09:38:57 Z2021-11-11T09:44:27Z835a6f15-9762-46ae-a250-983a3771337bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/is-augmented-reality-the-future-of-training-and-work/As technology seeks to transform the ways we work, there must be equal access to training and education for all workers. The European Transport Workers' Federation is working with European institutions on a just transition, writes Estelle BrentnallWed, 10 Nov 2021 11:45:30 Z2021-11-29T14:13:50Z25346a28-a459-43e0-8279-795a53756623https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mental-health-webinar-addresses-how-to-be-a-leader-at-sea/Mission to Seafarers has launched an On Board Mental Health Champion webinar created specifically for maritime officers.Wed, 10 Nov 2021 11:10:00 Z2021-11-24T15:23:23Z088b3769-8a91-4499-ad0c-c8cd596ed00dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/most-beautiful-photo-for-maritime-week-in-netherlands-highlights-training-opportunities/A maritime trainee has won a Nautilus photo competition held during Maritime Week in the Netherlands.Tue, 09 Nov 2021 17:06:09 Z2021-11-09T19:48:26Za5244332-c7ac-4c63-99ec-3396c3ab428bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-charities-welcome-planned-changes-to-uk-charity-law/Maritime charities have welcomed potential changes in UK charity law that will make aspects of their governance simpler and clearer to help them to recruit trustees.Tue, 09 Nov 2021 16:45:49 Z2021-11-24T15:19:53Z619e8a86-0647-4f59-811d-db1f85554644https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/superyacht-mv-luna-leaves-dubai-after-years-in-legal-limbo/The 115m superyacht MV Luna has finally left Dubai after years under court orders to remain in the Emirate.Tue, 09 Nov 2021 12:20:37 Z2021-11-09T12:35:58Z41b03fde-f700-433d-8468-07d96b322638https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/invest-budget-windfalls-back-into-maritime-workforce-union-urges-industry-leaders/Nautilus International has urged UK businesses set to benefit from the autumn budget to reinvest in the maritime workforce through good quality employment, well paid jobs, and fair access to training.Tue, 09 Nov 2021 11:36:27 Z2021-11-09T11:52:48Z12ea393d-63a7-4bf3-aabb-92c5828a2d23https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-tug-simulator-for-portsmouth-training-centre/The Maritime Skills Academy in Portsmouth is to add a new 360-degree tug boat simulator to assist with training.Mon, 08 Nov 2021 17:36:30 Z2021-11-08T17:41:32Z82dfd1f0-a454-46e2-8f53-94cb2bbccf5ahttps://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/maritime-charities-welcome-potential-changes-to-charity-law/Maritime Charities welcome potential changes to charity lawMon, 08 Nov 2021 15:50:31 Z2021-11-10T13:36:01Z7e06b6ab-8b66-48ad-bc7f-bb530ae6071fhttps://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/mcg-survey-nov/MCG survey NovMon, 08 Nov 2021 15:02:28 Z2021-11-16T15:19:40Z09f3cd7c-a8a7-4fd0-9f55-7ac3282f61c3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/windfarm-visa-waiver-must-end-as-uk-government-invests-in-green-growth-nautilus-warns/Nautilus International is calling for an end to Visa waivers in the offshore wind sector, after Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that the government is investing a further £160m into floating wind farm construction and deployment.Fri, 05 Nov 2021 16:02:16 Z2021-11-05T16:16:14Z89002f86-0d0d-4cb6-9780-77bd75bf6035https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/concern-grows-over-abandoned-crew-in-kenya/Global maritime charity Stella Maris has stepped in to support the crew of a fishing vessel abandoned in Mombasa port in Kenya, after being alerted to the situation by the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF).Fri, 05 Nov 2021 12:44:02 Z2021-12-17T15:08:53Z188c9c40-36b2-4923-bc70-7451b67a524ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-exempt-from-new-us-vaccination-travel-requirements/The US has exempted non-cruise seafarers from new rules for international air travel, which require travellers be double-vaccinated.Fri, 05 Nov 2021 12:01:46 Z2021-11-05T12:57:06Zfe17e92c-7923-40cc-8320-9b17de959f9bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-employer-union-climate-alliance-agreed-as-global-maritime-forum-backs-itf-just-transition-plan/The Global Maritime Forum and the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) have signed an agreement to co-operate in 'problem solving and identifying concrete actions' to speed up decarbonisation in the maritime sector.Fri, 05 Nov 2021 11:01:56 Z2021-11-05T12:22:40Zf8011c63-828a-480b-9c8d-44099923b074https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/safety-bulletin-issued-by-maib-following-investigation-into-crew-fatality-during-ferry-cargo-loading/A safety bulletin has been issued by the Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) based on the initial findings of its investigation into the fatal crushing of a crewman.Fri, 05 Nov 2021 10:51:16 Z2021-11-05T11:15:14Z3560ada0-7b53-4b75-b5cd-2a5c1edaea22https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/dream-job-or-kitchen-nightmare-working-as-a-superyacht-chef/As with many of the roles aboard a yacht, working as a chef aboard can seem glamorous to those outside the sector. Selina Stansfield, founder of Yacht Souschef, explains that it comes with some truly unique challenges, as well as opportunitiesWed, 03 Nov 2021 19:51:40 Z2022-09-22T09:52:57Z317aa6ec-d3a2-438c-b490-635c4b5626dchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cop26-prioritise-existing-workforce-in-new-tech-training/Second engineer Allan Dickson told the Maritime Skills Commission (MSC) Green Skills Forum at COP26 in Glasgow that there is a burning need for maritime professionals to receive training in environmentally friendly skills and technologies.Wed, 03 Nov 2021 15:43:13 Z2021-11-05T10:13:29Z6286fe7a-1dff-4db2-ba83-973b457c38d0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/virtual-christmas-maritime-quiz-brings-cheer-for-second-year-in-support-of-seafarer-welfare/The Seafarers' Charity is hosting a special Christmas Maritime Quiz to continue its successful online fundraising efforts for supporting seafarer welfare during the pandemic.Tue, 02 Nov 2021 16:58:14 Z2021-11-04T15:41:59Z52f58258-5cdd-49c2-9e45-254245b0a8f6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/staying-safe-in-an-unreal-sector-hs-training-must-not-be-neglected-aboard-superyachts/Ted Fitzgerald of Clear Blue Sky, a provider of training videos for superyacht crew, discusses the importance of health and safety for yacht crew and the difficulty of getting the sector to accept the necessity of safety training.Mon, 01 Nov 2021 14:39:51 Z2021-11-01T14:52:22Z18dcc776-26a3-45b6-a62a-dcd8e7da4518https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-launches-online-yacht-hub-for-members/Nautilus International has launched a new online hub to support current members in the superyacht sector and provide easy access to joining information for prospective members.Mon, 01 Nov 2021 14:22:54 Z2021-11-04T15:41:59Zb57da79e-e5e2-4804-81e5-3c3c07d7ace0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/vaccinated-crew-may-still-need-to-self-isolate-or-face-1000-fine-nautilus-advises/Nautilus International is advising members who are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 to find out whether they need to self-isolate when requested by NHS Test and Trace.Fri, 29 Oct 2021 15:50:40 Z2021-11-03T17:18:34Z7b90bd87-8ab9-4a1a-92d7-f965ef1f6866https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-are-on-the-frontline-of-climate-change-hears-itf-sustainability-roundtable/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) has launched its Sustainable Shipping Policy in an online webinar featuring panellists from the industry and seafarers themselves, including Nautilus Council member Captain Fraser Matthew.Fri, 29 Oct 2021 15:47:52 Z2021-11-05T10:22:07Zece4f07c-785c-49a1-b156-262722df2409https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/crew-onboard-the-uks-new-polar-vessel-reveal-their-climate-research-role/Crew onboard the UK's new polar research ship, the RRS Sir David Attenborough, have shared insights into what it takes to navigate a vessel expected to continue the UK's long tradition of polar exploration and science, including important climate change research projects.Thu, 28 Oct 2021 17:32:07 Z2021-11-05T10:23:35Z0bb83f84-4050-48c2-a1ec-9322de8b378chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rollout-of-vital-covid-19-support-to-indian-seafarers-a-success-says-sailors-society/Maritime welfare charity Sailors' Society has successfully distributed 5,000 Covid Care Kits, helping more than 26,000 Indian seafarers and their families in the fight against Covid-19 this year.Thu, 28 Oct 2021 17:20:27 Z2021-10-28T17:28:43Zf6fccc64-9d3d-4ffa-b166-d3e41b3cf58dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/growing-risk-of-seafarer-exodus-revealed-in-latest-seafarers-happiness-index/Seafarer happiness seems to have returned to pre-pandemic levels, but fundamental welfare issues such as leave and poor treatment risk a long-term exodus of seafarers according to the latest Seafarers Happiness Index from The Mission to Seafarers.Thu, 28 Oct 2021 16:52:13 Z2021-10-29T08:46:51Z9bdac98b-0fe0-4cfd-bd54-fcb15b1062c3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imarest-launches-resilient-ocean-film-highlighting-the-importance-of-ocean-preservation/Ahead of COP26, the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST) have released a short programme of films titled Resilient Ocean to highlight the importance of preserving the future health and resilience of our ocean resources through scientific advances.Thu, 28 Oct 2021 13:32:29 Z2021-11-05T10:22:40Z168d7f5c-f2ab-4ab3-bb21-a5180af3bbcahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/norwegian-unions-welcome-government-promise-of-local-wages-and-conditions-in-countrys-waters/After years of union campaigning, the new Norwegian government has announced a pledge to ensure Norwegian wages and working conditions apply in Norwegian waters. Andrew Draper investigates what this will mean for seafarers entering NorwayWed, 27 Oct 2021 16:07:57 Z2021-10-28T10:24:49Z541365c2-5793-4182-bfc5-357c87095b54https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-strengthened-uk-flag-in-budget-announcement/Nautilus International has welcomed reforms to the Tonnage Tax regime designed to strengthen the UK flag, but cautioned that 'the devil is in the detail' when it comes to implementation.Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:41:27 Z2021-10-27T15:48:26Z206c7351-c30a-4438-a230-362d8bbdea79https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-member-honours-crewmates-in-london-marathon-run-for-charity/A Nautilus member who trained for months onboard ship has completed the 2021 London Marathon in aid of the maritime welfare charity Sailors' Society - and to raise awareness of the challenges seafarers have faced due to the pandemic.Tue, 26 Oct 2021 10:00:37 Z2021-11-01T11:21:46Z52a4907e-257d-4b26-a2c5-f2b83fbfa97dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-champion-to-speak-at-itf-sustainability-roundtable/Nautilus Champion Captain Fraser Matthew will speak at a sustainability roundtable being hosted by the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF).Tue, 26 Oct 2021 09:31:43 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Z4e88c8d6-fad3-4205-84c7-4e0b1b16943fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-supporting-seafarers-through-redundancy-and-retraining--maritime-charities-group-manager-ben-gibbons/Maritime Charities Group Manager Ben Gibbons sets out the benefits of applying for the MCG redundancy and retraining bursary – with a special message of encouragement for women seafarers and crew in the passenger sector.Mon, 25 Oct 2021 08:30:00 Z2021-10-25T08:00:30Z1a290852-19c0-4e81-9924-43bff6cc143fhttps://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/stone-king-seminar-registration/Stone King Seminar RegistrationFri, 22 Oct 2021 10:09:22 Z2021-10-22T10:15:31Zdd102f73-f034-45b4-918c-7168eeb784d1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/future-of-seafaring-has-people-at-its-heart/The future of maritime must have seafarers at its heart, Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson saysWed, 20 Oct 2021 16:30:00 Z2021-12-01T11:52:54Zb7474194-ada8-40f9-9980-283cda6a90a2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-the-yacht-empowering-girls-through-education/The Maiden Factor Foundation campaigns and raises funds for girls’ educational programmes by touring the iconic sailing yacht Maiden. Saffiyah Khalique talks to founder Tracy Edwards MBE on her inspiration for starting the organisation and the challenges she faced as a woman in yachtingWed, 20 Oct 2021 14:09:22 Z2021-11-25T12:24:57Z965251bc-376c-4c6d-965d-816894b7024bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/know-your-rights-non-disclosure-agreements-in-the-superyacht-sector/Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) are common in the yachting industry and are sometimes included as part of contracts to maintain the owner's desire for privacy. Saffiyah Khalique finds out the facts that crew should be aware of before signing oneMon, 18 Oct 2021 15:41:34 Z2021-10-22T16:39:07Zccdf7120-652b-4dbd-8718-2984441465c0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/harbour-master-careers-flagged-in-uk-church-wardens-fundraising-sailing-odyssey/Harbour masters around the UK are being interviewed on their career experiences by Dorset churchwarden and leisure sailor Mark Ashley-Miller. He is nearly halfway along a five-year sailing challenge – fundraising for The Seafarers' Charity.Mon, 18 Oct 2021 15:38:06 Z2025-10-23T09:19:00Z77737235-fec7-4c78-b025-5749d0069a12https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/international-shipping-and-aviation-are-subject-to-the-paris-agreement-legal-analysis-concludes/A legal analysis of the Paris Agreement has concluded that emissions from international shipping and aviation are both covered by the treaty.Mon, 18 Oct 2021 10:59:13 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Z96fb9cfa-a8c6-40e9-85ae-c7a01d8ca338https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/piracy-and-armed-robbery-incidents-at-the-lowest-level-in-decades-but-imb-cautions-against-complacency/The ICC International Maritime Bureau (IMB) reports the lowest levels of piracy and armed robbery for the first nine months of any year since 1994, in its latest Piracy and Armed Robbery report.Mon, 18 Oct 2021 10:34:48 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Z5d90298c-39de-48b1-8d73-a362ff00e10dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/what-will-it-mean-to-be-a-seafarer/Big changes are on the horizon in terms of green technology, automation and regulation – but how will these trends actually affect maritime professionals on the job over the next 20 years?Mon, 18 Oct 2021 09:07:29 Z2021-12-01T12:48:41Zfbe2e82c-1800-4e87-8954-100ad5249847https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/covid-vaccines-supplied-to-bas-antarctica-research-station-in-logistical-feat/British Antarctic Survey (BAS)'s Rothera Research Station in Antarctica has received a consignment of AstraZeneca vaccines – the furthest south any British Covid-19 vaccine has yet travelled.Thu, 14 Oct 2021 15:24:20 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Zd293b14e-dfb6-44a3-9e41-7c0d1024ab60https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/gradual-farewell-to-a-union-stalwart/Long-serving Nautilus staff member Adele McDonald is stepping into retirement – but it won't be quite the last that Union members hear of her.Thu, 14 Oct 2021 10:01:28 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Zebd4373e-d2db-4838-93c5-8d141227d7a8https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/mcg-seminar-now-available-to-view/MCG Seminar now available to viewWed, 13 Oct 2021 21:25:13 Z2021-10-13T21:29:39Z1d63dc77-e6ad-4ae1-8678-cb8d7860c06dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-skills-commission-launches-cadet-training-implementation-board/The Maritime Skills Commission has launched a cadet training implementation committee to oversee modernisation of the established syllabus.Wed, 13 Oct 2021 15:21:14 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Zfe98f3ba-45ef-48d6-b415-783c12faf60dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-cadet-members-to-be-represented-by-new-organiser/Cadets and other trainee maritime professionals with Nautilus International are to be supported by strategic organiser Rachel Lynch.Wed, 13 Oct 2021 09:47:43 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Z0ca48562-3c44-4389-94df-b37e60174bf6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-yacht-officials-meet-pya-for-relationship-reset/Nautilus International met with representatives of the Professional Yachting Association (PYA) in Antibes this September, as the two organisations seek to re-energise a strategic partnership signed fifteen years ago.Wed, 13 Oct 2021 09:05:32 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Zb0bea17f-93cc-4c19-8078-ec66d0db64c9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-member-forum-gets-to-grips-with-enclosed-spaces/Why don't all vessels have enclosed and dangerous spaces marked up? This discrepancy across the industry was highlighted when Nautilus members came together for the Union's latest Professional and Technical Forum, sharing their experiences and expertise.Mon, 11 Oct 2021 16:45:40 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Z9c8fba1f-e57a-4d04-bc94-1f6d598daabchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/employers-urged-to-answer-the-difficult-questions-in-new-mental-health-in-maritime-survey/After a gruelling year during a pandemic that has had a profound impact on seafarers, new research is being undertaken by Maritime UK to find out how well maritime employers support good mental health.Mon, 11 Oct 2021 15:01:10 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Za5eca5c3-edaf-44ab-b01c-6b3949fb152bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-campaign-scoops-silver-at-prestigious-national-awards/Nautilus International's campaigning and lobbying work was recognised when it picked up silver for the best lobbying campaign or advancement of a cause during Covid-19 at the Association Excellence Awards 2021,Mon, 11 Oct 2021 14:30:34 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Ze4218463-a3fb-4786-9288-29b3dac76d66https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/mcg-study-of-impact-of-covid-19-on-the-uk-maritime-welfare-charity-sector/MCG study of impact of COVID-19 on the UK Maritime Welfare Charity SectorMon, 11 Oct 2021 08:27:04 Z2021-10-11T08:34:04Z2e55f92d-4cec-4690-a6b0-e6543f8ae23chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/alicat-work-boats-wins-multi-million-newbuild-contract-from-north-star-renewables/Great Yarmouth-based marine engineering company Alicat has been selected by North Star Renewables to build the first two support vessels to work on offshore wind turbines at Dogger Bank Wind Farm.Fri, 08 Oct 2021 13:03:14 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Z3c72be2e-f73e-4f40-8d13-3fd8934e18aehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/merchant-navy-officers-to-tour-with-royal-navy-in-training-partnership-scheme/In a new partnership between the UK Merchant Navy and Royal Navy, 30 UK Merchant Navy officers will sail around the world this winter with the Royal Navy.Thu, 07 Oct 2021 13:28:10 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Zbdeead5d-01ff-4153-ad19-049ae1db514chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/princess-royal-joins-shipwrecked-mariners-society-at-fishmongers-hall/The Shipwrecked Mariners' Society's (SMS) Annual General Meeting was held at Fishmongers' Hall, London Bridge on Tuesday 5 October.Thu, 07 Oct 2021 12:28:40 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Z9ec3fdcc-fa5f-4996-903d-e071bd09a773https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ethnicity-in-maritime-webinar-spotlights-worker-passengers-during-black-history-month/Insights into the lives of early female seafaring business travellers were presented at an Ethnicity in Maritime Network Black History Month webinar by maritime historian Dr Jo Stanley.Thu, 07 Oct 2021 10:18:40 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Z5c2dfe18-4777-4401-8856-cffdc8bfca52https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-affiliates-in-usa-join-call-for-seafarers-to-get-vaccinated/The presidents of six maritime unions in the US have issued a joint statement urging their members to protect themselves, their families, their shipmates and the maritime industry by choosing to get vaccinated against Covid-19.Wed, 06 Oct 2021 13:11:32 Z2021-11-18T15:19:38Z17c1d3ce-58f8-4251-94d4-679746c0c53fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-eligible-to-join-uk-ocean-science-project-for-sustainable-development/Nautilus International members are eligible to volunteer for the UK's National Decade Committee (UKNDC), which will work on the country's contribution to the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development.Wed, 06 Oct 2021 12:30:52 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Z80f8f24d-3526-4b8a-863a-d8ee257e4b2ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/family-friendly-policies-needed-to-avoid-burnout-risk-for-cruise-crew/Putting in place more family-friendly working practices in the cruise industry will help avoid the risks of burnout, says a maritime psychologist.Tue, 05 Oct 2021 17:03:56 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Zbca37089-05a5-45b6-bd7e-d67a71d051b5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-updating-domestic-ferry-safety-model-regulations/The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has released a new video outlining the work it is doing to finalise new Model Regulations on Domestic Ferry Safety.Tue, 05 Oct 2021 16:43:10 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Ze62bdf29-f094-4f0d-a71e-93751f0b818chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/volunteer-crew-sought-for-worlds-largest-civilian-hospital-ship/Volunteer crew are sought by international development charity Mercy Ships for its new vessel, Global Mercy – the world's largest civilian hospital ship.Tue, 05 Oct 2021 15:33:20 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Z76f53635-2cec-437b-9374-df7039103ad6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-new-way-to-survey--how-uncrewed-vessels-could-help-map-the-worlds-seafloor/With some highly ambitious seabed mapping projects underway, it may be time to look more seriously at what uncrewed vessels have to offer in this sector, and what this means for seafaring jobsTue, 05 Oct 2021 09:57:22 Z2021-12-01T12:49:02Zd47da18a-c5c6-49ca-b110-0e797e4de2d9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/great-yarmouth-seafarers-centre-reopens/The Great Yarmouth Seafarers' Centre was officially reopened on Friday 24 September 2021 by Seafarers Charity chief executive Catherine Spencer. The event was hosted by The Reverend Peter Paine.Mon, 04 Oct 2021 12:57:48 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Zc5118b3f-a130-47e1-9301-ef0e11081cf3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/agreement-on-the-need-for-green-yachts-at-monaco/Superyacht companies agreed that green yachts must be created during the first 'Smart and Sustainable Marina Rendezvous' held at Monaco recently.Mon, 04 Oct 2021 10:26:21 Z2022-09-22T09:51:37Zdc676014-79d7-4464-b10a-bdf1c75ba7f3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-ferries-to-the-isle-of-wight-and-isles-of-scilly-boosted-by-1-million-accessibility-funding/UK ferry operators servicing the Isle of Wight and the Isles of Scilly are being urged to bid for Department for Transport (DfT) accessibility grants in a £1 million boost for funding.Fri, 01 Oct 2021 15:56:46 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Z0c5511dd-9984-47f3-a4ee-f83316fe55d2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/forging-a-culture-of-diversity-at-uk-hydrographic-office/Insights on gender balance initiatives from the UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) were shared at the Women in Shipping Summit 2021.Fri, 01 Oct 2021 14:01:50 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Z1961b65c-7b8e-4e3b-9012-a42ef4f2c2abhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-gender-benefits-of-digitalisation-in-shipping/After decades of predictions that the future face of shipping will be female, the proportion of women in the maritime workforce remains stubbornly low. But the increasing use of technology could finally lead to a breakthrough, the 2021 Women in Shipping Summit heard.Fri, 01 Oct 2021 12:43:35 Z2021-11-09T12:17:39Z75f2f577-8b52-4d63-b2c9-44b97f319d54https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-government-updates-travel-id-and-covid-entry-rules/The UK Home Office has announced a series of changes to the required documentation for EU, EEA and Swiss citizens entering the UK, as well scrapping the Covid 'traffic light' system for international travellers arriving in England.Fri, 01 Oct 2021 09:40:14 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Z77b52141-3eb1-422e-87a4-f7e25ea2947dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/simulators-45-years-of-development-and-debate/As the debate about simulator use in maritime training continues, Andrew Linington looks back at how the technology has been developed, debated and put to useFri, 01 Oct 2021 08:58:30 Z2021-10-18T08:23:10Ze2dbb52b-bfda-443a-8279-ed78d2582fedhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/british-maritime-charity-awards-american-master-for-saving-sailor/A master from the International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots (MM&P), a Nautilus Federation affiliate union, is to be recognized for saving a British sailor in the Atlantic.Fri, 01 Oct 2021 08:00:00 Z2021-10-26T13:41:28Z587d9852-a054-4683-be68-a65cb026fdf9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-government-seeks-views-on-maritime-automation/The UK government has launched a new consultation, offering seafarers the opportunity to express their views on regulation affecting autonomous vesselsThu, 30 Sep 2021 08:45:14 Z2021-10-05T17:00:38Z7e9a2eaa-4b23-40e6-b359-9011f1f50013https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/labour-urged-to-speak-up-for-seafarers-at-key-conference-event/Shadow cabinet members heard from a ferry captain and industry representatives about the challenges and opportunities facing the maritime sector at a Nautilus-sponsored event during the Labour Party's annual conference in Brighton.Wed, 29 Sep 2021 11:31:49 Z2021-09-30T11:17:05Z29acf3ba-a24c-4a0a-8909-c097f9cdd1b4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/women-affected-by-pandemic-redundancies-urged-to-apply-for-maritime-retraining-bursary/Female seafarers whose jobs have been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic are urged to take advantage of a redundancy and retraining bursary set up by the Maritime Charities Group (MCG).Wed, 29 Sep 2021 10:32:16 Z2021-12-06T14:14:00Z06b1695f-ffac-4def-9771-b9280d583a00https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stella-maris-reiterates-need-to-get-back-to-basics-of-crew-welfare/Global maritime charity Stella Maris has emphasised the need to 'get back to basics' in crew welfare provision in a World Maritime Day message for 2021.Wed, 29 Sep 2021 09:51:09 Z2021-09-29T10:06:22Z76c31ce5-3903-40d4-90f8-501bd6c29eadhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/new-member-benefits-introducing-specialist-home-insurance/Following feedback from our members, we are partnering with Intelligent Insurance to provide discounted home insurance specially for those who work away from home for long periodsTue, 28 Sep 2021 17:55:01 Z2023-10-03T11:35:41Z9f5df605-2971-42ea-b4ec-a02cd9afa1b2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/singapore-announces-vaccinations-for-international-seafarers/The Singapore Shipping Tripartite Alliance Resilience (SG-STAR) Fund Task Force has announced that from 30 September, international seafarers signing on in Singapore will be able to receive a Moderna Covid-19 vaccination dose before joining their vessel.Tue, 28 Sep 2021 16:10:51 Z2021-10-06T16:19:44Z4421788e-cdf9-494f-9755-10962bf0e78ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-close-to-red-listing-a-filipino-manning-agency-over-alleged-crew-rights-abuses/A manning agency based in the Philippines, Able Maritime Seafarers Inc, is close to being red listed by the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) after a series of incidents where crews' rights have allegedly been abused.Tue, 28 Sep 2021 15:50:28 Z2021-09-29T13:22:13Zdbee1909-8092-4e94-85dd-81429c7dd24ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/lost-for-a-candle/Superyacht crews have been warned against the use of candles onboard their vessels, following the investigation into a fire which destroyed a US$6.3m yacht in a Florida marina in December 2019.Tue, 28 Sep 2021 14:54:26 Z2021-09-29T08:42:40Z3bdb8b2d-ef5a-4b82-a890-ed69c18bf8e7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/inadequate-training-resulted-in-the-loss-of-the-golden-ray-ntsb-investigation-concludes/A US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) report found the ship's chief officer had not received sufficient training leading to mistakes onboard. Andrew Linington reportsTue, 28 Sep 2021 09:10:56 Z2021-09-28T09:16:55Zad63ce4d-927a-4ade-86da-f64ecfebdf35https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-seafarers-trust-makes-world-maritime-day-call-for-greater-recognition-of-seafarers/To mark World Maritime Day 2021 on 30 September, the ITF Seafarers' Trust is calling for greater recognition for seafarers – the 'hidden global workforce' – and for governments to live up to their responsibilities.Mon, 27 Sep 2021 12:57:19 Z2021-09-29T13:15:17Z5b7e9282-a6e3-4a61-9492-dd135b143ccdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-on-uk-government-to-back-global-vaccine-patent-waiver/Nautilus International is urging the UK government to waive certain medical patents to ensure greater access to Covid-19 vaccines worldwide, particularly in the global south.Mon, 27 Sep 2021 10:59:20 Z2021-09-27T15:30:10Zb490a49d-cee6-490d-a643-4ac9331553f7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/the-seafarers-advice-and-information-line-sail-turns-25/The Seafarers Advice and Information Line (SAIL) is marking its 25th anniversary today.Thu, 23 Sep 2021 15:17:39 Z2021-09-24T10:56:08Z786f62c7-39d2-46b8-8ec2-f28a5cde06dchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/covids-negative-effects-on-womens-wellbeing-is-an-opportunity-to-do-better/Women have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic in terms of both employment and their wellbeing, according to the Women in Shipping Virtual Summit.Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:24:31 Z2021-10-06T14:11:00Z9136b8d1-343e-47eb-95a4-72a790bf2ac5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-should-take-charge-of-their-it-training-says-lisw-panel/Seafarers will increasingly have to take charge of their own training if they want to get on in the hi-tech maritime industry of tomorrow, according to industry bosses -- even older workers for whom computers are sometimes a challenge.Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:16:21 Z2021-09-30T09:51:43Zb10479ee-433b-4265-8975-429f4859c0fchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/scandinavian-star--a-preventable-tragedy/Andrew Draper reports on allegations of negligence and an official cover-up as a new Danish government panel prepares to investigate the background to the disaster aboard Scandinavian StarWed, 22 Sep 2021 14:40:29 Z2021-09-22T14:46:34Z3bfc3ac4-8cfa-4afb-8ec1-d9c06428f6cdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/sustainable-inland-waterway-transport/Following the communication from the European Commission NAIADES III: Boosting future-proof European inland waterway transport, the European Parliament adopted last 14 September a resolution towards future-proof inland waterway transport in Europe (2021/2015(INI))Wed, 22 Sep 2021 12:14:09 Z2021-10-27T08:46:15Z05735acf-12f7-40cd-bdb3-40f51ce72ecdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-publish-report-on-crush-incident-onboard-cargo-vessel-cimbris/The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published its investigation report into the crush incident aboard the Gibraltar-registered vessel Cimbris at Antwerp, which resulted in loss of life.Wed, 22 Sep 2021 10:50:21 Z2021-09-24T10:43:01Z39b323f2-35b7-4379-b263-ec9b81f47b4chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tuc-launches-campaign-to-stop-uk-government-attack-on-unions/The Trade Union Congress (TUC) is urging union members to lobby their MPs as part of a new campaign against controversial changes to the role of the trade union certification officer.Wed, 22 Sep 2021 08:21:31 Z2021-09-22T08:25:09Za1eaf636-5548-4a88-8e3e-72729b6c2dbchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/diversity-panel-share-their-wishes-for-an-inclusive-maritime-workforce/Key challenges for maritime leaders and allies who are attempting to increase diversity in the industry – covering gender, LGBT+, ethnic diversity and mental health issues – were aired at a Diversity in Maritime roundtable.Tue, 21 Sep 2021 13:51:51 Z2021-09-21T14:02:16Zd3ccc870-6ccc-4607-b35a-a8d19d3b9212https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-charities-group-launches-free-online-seminars-for-the-industry/The Maritime Charities Group (MGC) has launched a new free online seminar series to help the UK's maritime welfare charities navigate the pandemic.Tue, 21 Sep 2021 09:31:45 Z2021-09-21T09:44:03Z3cdcbb43-7af5-4d45-b0ac-0ea295b7df7dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/foreign-seafarers-can-receive-covid-vaccine-at-croatian-ports-following-union-campaign/Following a campaign by the Seafarers’ Union of Croatia (SUC), local authorities are now offering Covid-19 vaccines to seafarers entering Croatian ports from countries outside of the European Union.Mon, 20 Sep 2021 15:50:15 Z2021-10-06T16:20:27Z0055ce42-27f4-485e-9a73-8a0ee76e81f7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-general-secretary-stephen-cotton-emphasises-workers-rights-at-launch-of-the-ocean-stewardship-coalition/International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) general secretary Stephen Cotton has delivered a message on the benefits for workers of tackling climate change at the launch of the Ocean Stewardship Coalition.Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:09:29 Z2021-09-24T10:20:08Z0c899edd-662c-498f-a059-d7e91542d831https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/lgbti-transport-workers-can-benefit-from-new-inclusivity-resource/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) has launched a new resource to benefit lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex (LGBTI+) transport workers.Mon, 20 Sep 2021 11:04:50 Z2024-10-25T10:39:41Z8fac58f6-34e0-4d87-98ab-fe921f025ac9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fair-future-for-maritime-professionals-requires-just-transition-to-green-economy/Workers' rights and good quality employment at heart of 'just transition' to green economy says Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson.Mon, 20 Sep 2021 10:30:00 Z2021-09-20T10:55:33Zb9fe0a83-74f4-48f6-ae53-acc0c74eb878https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-shortlisted-for-staff-investment-award/Nautilus International has been shortlisted as one of the top ten Silver Assessments in the past year by Investors in People (IIP), meaning that the Union is now a finalist in the 2021 IIP Awards.Fri, 17 Sep 2021 14:44:02 Z2021-09-17T14:56:14Z4c931c69-235d-473b-b105-26f98e752617https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/universal-support-for-an-amended-maritime-labour-convention-at-lisw/The Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) must be amended in light of the challenges faced by seafarers during the pandemic, yet its status as a unique piece of international legislation protecting workers should not be forgotten, LISW 2021 heard.Fri, 17 Sep 2021 09:18:08 Z2021-09-17T15:37:49Z803c2b16-636c-4e6c-840f-1e9fafe7636dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/need-to-tackle-sea-blindness-raised-in-parliamentary-debate/Members of Parliament from across the political divide paid tribute to the vital role of seafarers and raised the need to tackle 'sea blindness' in a House of Commons debate.Fri, 17 Sep 2021 08:48:11 Z2021-09-17T15:39:13Z52015318-4b53-42e5-bd21-d9ca5f42d0e4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/improving-charterer-and-owner-communications-key-to-improving-seafarer-welfare/Improving communications between charterers and owners has been highlighted as a crucial element in improving seafarer health and welfare, early findings from a new study show.Thu, 16 Sep 2021 15:48:00 Z2021-09-16T16:20:29Z2430c518-f1a0-49e4-85b5-29bad830eb9fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pandemic-accelerates-the-need-for-improved-connectivity-at-sea-for-seafarers/Shipping is in the 'experimentation phase' of digitalization in the maritime industry, say connectivity experts.Thu, 16 Sep 2021 15:09:37 Z2021-09-18T00:53:26Z19ba25b0-d6cf-46b8-a287-b923b84f8478https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipping-minister-welcomes-maritime-strategy-review/Maritime Minister Robert Courts officially launched the Department for Transport's Maritime Biennial Report on HQS Wellington during London International Shipping Week.Thu, 16 Sep 2021 09:37:20 Z2021-09-16T09:40:05Zd0448e5c-2fab-4537-98c1-ebae1936ee9ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/hcmm-welcomes-latest-cohort-to-chartership-scheme/The Honourable Company of Master Mariners (HCMM) has welcomed its latest cohort of chartered master mariners at a ceremony aboard the HQS Wellington during London International Shipping Week.Thu, 16 Sep 2021 09:30:58 Z2021-09-16T16:16:11Z9f984232-c0e6-44f2-92ff-5b36938825f1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/women-in-transport-diversity-is-not-a-side-issue-lisw-summit-hears/Ensuring a diverse workforce must not be a side issue for shipping, a summit on women in transport heard at London International Shipping Week (LISW).Thu, 16 Sep 2021 08:54:03 Z2021-09-16T09:06:41Z59daaddb-2684-4fa8-b7a5-5df4988d6e01https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ocean-rebellion-protest-wakashio-oil-spill-response-outside-lisw-conference/Demonstrators from Ocean Rebellion appeared outside London International Shipping Week’s headline conference today, attempting to raise awareness of the International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) alleged failures in the investigation of the MV Wakashio disaster.Wed, 15 Sep 2021 15:41:10 Z2021-09-17T16:32:10Z9c96f4ef-5996-4a6a-9c61-4aa0939e2ccahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-recognise-seafarers-contribution-during-covid-or-risk-labour-supply-shortages/The global maritime industry could face a labour supply shortage if it does not recognise the contributions of seafarers during the pandemic and work to ensure their right to repatriation and shore leave, according to International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) general secretary Steve Cotton.Wed, 15 Sep 2021 15:06:57 Z2021-09-16T08:40:47Zbddff637-81c2-4c75-9b07-38202504d89ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wista-uk-representation-of-women-in-board-positions-in-shipping-companies-has-reversed/The Women's International Shipping & Trading Association's (WISTA International) UK branch held a series of webinars focusing on women in maritime as part of London International Shipping Week 2021.Wed, 15 Sep 2021 14:37:27 Z2021-09-15T14:50:10Z3fc02c6b-6c49-4cb8-9719-7243579247bchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tech-transformation-of-shipping-to-ramp-up-lisw-delegates-hear/Shipping is to face even more significant disruption over the next ten years due to technological changes, delegates at London International Shipping Week (LISW) heard at an all-day session covering digital transformation and the impact of decarbonisation.Wed, 15 Sep 2021 14:34:20 Z2021-09-15T15:08:49Z402f3928-8412-4050-aadf-ccf9d52956ebhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/redraft-of-bimcos-infectious-diseases-clause/BIMCO is preparing to unveil an updated clause for shipowners and charterers on infectious diseases, detailing who is to bear what risk for time and money consequences of delays and disruption.Wed, 15 Sep 2021 14:09:58 Z2021-09-16T08:50:02Zf11b3a31-0975-445e-ba96-46cdd5ecd008https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/minister-highlights-uk-efforts-to-reach-net-zero-in-shipping-at-lisw-headline-conference/The UK will bring forward ambitious shipping initiatives at the upcoming UN Climate Change Conference (COP26), Anne-Marie Trevelyan the Minister for Business, Energy and Clean Growth, told delegates at London International Shipping Week (LISW).Wed, 15 Sep 2021 09:41:12 Z2021-09-16T11:58:17Z9bd92f68-d71a-457a-a6d0-8be8320f46c4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/time-for-urgent-action-on-alternative-fuels-warns-lisw-decarbonisation-seminar/The shipping industry needs to start pilot projects for alternative fuels right away if it is to stand any chance of meeting its decarbonisation targets, according to a London International Shipping Week eventTue, 14 Sep 2021 17:20:26 Z2021-09-15T13:20:13Z7a2952ab-f0f5-42d8-bc1d-8dc144286786https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/mcg-launches-monthly-masterclass-seminar-series/MCG launches monthly masterclass seminar seriesTue, 14 Sep 2021 16:59:17 Z2021-09-30T08:49:06Z93a4f67a-7ec2-4793-a54a-d3758e19ba59https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/safe-language-english-may-be-mandated-in-norwegian-waters/Unions are questioning a Norwegian Coastal Administration proposal to mandate the use of the English language in Norwegian waters.Tue, 14 Sep 2021 15:10:39 Z2021-09-14T15:39:45Z33bd7a93-56b3-4538-9691-116333f6c985https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/volunteering-merchant-navy-careers-advice-in-the-digital-age/Rachel Gurnett, training and careers manager at the Merchant Navy Training Board, explains how the MNTB Careers at Sea Ambassadors programme has adapted during Covid to continue inspiring young people to become maritime professionalsTue, 14 Sep 2021 14:55:44 Z2021-09-14T15:59:43Z7c1d3ac5-4745-414e-b388-37a98a96bdf2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/a-proud-lgbt-first-for-london-international-shipping-week/Nautilus International was represented at the first Pride in Maritime event to be held at London International Shipping Week.Tue, 14 Sep 2021 10:31:18 Z2021-09-27T10:12:07Z2fd49eae-490a-4717-a5ca-179156852380https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/itf-sustainable-maritime-shipping-policy/The International Transport Workers' Federation is seeking systemic change in the maritime industry's shift to green shipping. Its new sustainable maritime shipping policy firmly puts the rights of workers and safety of seafarers at the heart of that transitionTue, 14 Sep 2021 10:03:20 Z2021-11-05T10:24:19Z0e860049-000f-4fd1-98a8-039a7942a397https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/connectivity-key-to-improving-seafarer-welfare-say-maritime-charity-chiefs/As the maritime industry looked back on a hugely challenging year for seafarers, a conference held by maritime charities for London International Shipping Week (LISW) heard how the pandemic had amplified the needs of seafarers with regard to connectivity at sea.Tue, 14 Sep 2021 09:25:28 Z2021-09-18T01:04:06Z75f0550c-1459-48cb-a0d5-3970192b0ad4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sea-to-city-symposium/The Nautilus International/Maritime London Sea to City networking initiative seeks to plug the gaps in knowledge by pairing seafarers looking to move ashore with maritime professionals in the services sector.Tue, 14 Sep 2021 09:04:34 Z2023-08-11T11:17:08Z6deba58a-7cd7-4581-966d-b874f188efadhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-general-secretary-secures-re-election-to-key-union-body/Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson has secured re-election to TUC general council, the organisation's governing body, for a thirteenth consecutive year.Tue, 14 Sep 2021 08:52:39 Z2021-09-14T08:57:06Z66f7ae6e-7858-4c82-b1c0-c1797afda287https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/former-mi6-chief-geopolitical-tension-now-a-major-threat-to-maritime-industry/A panel of industry leaders at London International Shipping Week has identified geopolitical tensions, piracy, cyberattacks and pandemics as key security threats to the maritime industry.Mon, 13 Sep 2021 15:37:11 Z2021-09-14T09:19:25Z281e06d8-cb73-4aa0-8c82-8ef587836afahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-pandemic-temperature-check-study-launches-for-maritime-charities/A new survey tailored to specifically measure the impact of Covid-19 on the UK's maritime welfare charity sector has been launched in a project spearheaded by the Maritime Charities Group (MCG).Mon, 13 Sep 2021 09:53:54 Z2021-09-13T10:05:04Z57364254-7d0e-44df-8afe-bfac6c23764bhttps://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/mcg-launches-study-of-impact-of-covid-19-on-the-uk-maritime-welfare-charity-sector/MCG launches study of impact of COVID-19 on the UK maritime welfare charity sectorMon, 13 Sep 2021 08:02:39 Z2021-09-13T08:16:14Z1050c8b0-5cc6-47ef-b2b4-708818b01d38https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sailors-society-secures-release-and-repatriation-of-mt-manaman-8-seafarers/Five Indian crew, wrongly imprisoned in Iran, have finally been released and reunited with their families thanks to an intervention from Sailors' Society.Fri, 10 Sep 2021 15:04:30 Z2021-09-10T15:12:27Z768b3172-3d09-4827-bf71-d0b31006f690https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-release-report-on-dredger-shearwater-following-barge-collisions/The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has released a report on the immobilisation and flooding of the dredger Shearwater following repeated collisions with unmanned barge Agem One.Fri, 10 Sep 2021 14:30:09 Z2021-09-24T10:49:13Z43889faa-0ce3-49b1-88a5-d975c033bd95https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/fatal-piracy-attack-in-the-gulf-of-guinea-follows-launch-of-the-nigerias-deep-blue-project/Pirates have violently attacked a vessel in the Gulf of Guinea, injuring two crew members with another reported missing. This latest attack has occurred less than three months since the launch of the Nigerian government's Deep Blue Project.Fri, 10 Sep 2021 12:53:28 Z2021-09-10T15:17:45Z9fcc41fa-98f7-4e3b-baf4-0635fecfea45https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-pandemic-sacrifices-recognised-as-ibf-seals-two-year-wage-deal/Seafarers working on flags of convenience vessels covered by ITF-IBF collective bargaining agreements will see an increase in wages from 1 January 2022, following an agreement reached by the International Bargaining Forum (IBF).Fri, 10 Sep 2021 09:58:37 Z2021-09-10T10:11:02Z435390bc-79f5-4342-8605-c5c933c572ebhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/getting-serious-on-climate-change--progress-on-the-shipping-industrys-efforts-to-reduce-carbon-emissions/The maritime industry is responsible for 3% of global emissions, but critics say that it has been slow to tackle the problem and needs to make significant changes to reduce its environmental impact. Ahead of a new wave of climate negotiations, David Appleton looks at what has been achieved so farFri, 10 Sep 2021 09:56:20 Z2021-10-27T08:44:38Z5a73b412-7219-43e2-8993-6e726bc4d77fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/whats-happening-with-hydrogen/Hydrogen has been hailed for some time as a clean marine fuel that could help the shipping industry meet its carbon reduction targets. But it comes with significant challenges.Thu, 09 Sep 2021 16:03:01 Z2021-10-27T08:46:44Z86899b91-0783-46da-a841-3f02cd954a58https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-trailblazers-recognised-with-merchant-navy-medal/Two trailblazing activists promoting the rights of women and LGBT+ members in the maritime community have been honoured for their achievements in the Merchant Navy Medal awards for 2021.Thu, 09 Sep 2021 15:37:55 Z2021-09-09T15:51:34Zf09a60fb-66dc-4181-9554-bac86b290c6fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/derbyshire-remembered/Nautilus International wishes to express condolences to the families of those lost during the sinking of the MV Derbyshire, ahead of the 41st anniversary of the tragedy.Thu, 09 Sep 2021 08:27:02 Z2021-09-10T11:19:33Z3b1d8cb3-c80e-4770-ac22-0b317bb09370https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/water-revolution-foundation-seeks-superyacht-crew-input-into-sustainable-shipping/Superyacht crew can contribute their operational experience to the Water Revolution Foundation (WRF), an organisation seeking to be a central platform for the sector that can provide connections, tools, knowledge and best practice to improve the marine environment.Wed, 08 Sep 2021 14:59:00 Z2021-09-08T15:09:43Z299c8e62-88c7-460c-b102-e1f55504a1f6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/industry-body-lobbying-for-uk-to-lead-the-way-on-maritime-decarbonisation/Maritime UK, the umbrella body for the maritime industry is pushing for the UK to play a leading role in the decarbonisation of shipping, which is a crucial element in reaching global net zero goals.Tue, 07 Sep 2021 15:31:55 Z2021-11-05T10:25:03Zee432f04-61fa-4b98-b8b2-bfe49d9c63b5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/retired-master-reaches-milestone-60-years-of-nautilus-membership/A retired master was congratulated on 60 years of Union membership and his 38 year maritime career during Merchant Navy Day at Nautilus Mariners' Park.Tue, 07 Sep 2021 14:39:13 Z2021-09-09T14:54:44Z8b0633ae-b288-4444-97ac-f0a8a0e995a0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-builds-relationship-with-stena-line/Nautilus International officials have met with leadership at Stena Line Pte Ltd to introduce the company's new head of industrial relations, Andrew Shaw, and discuss how the Union and business can work together in future.Mon, 06 Sep 2021 16:02:33 Z2021-09-06T16:06:22Z1a879260-7c1c-425e-a82c-cb5671d29a39https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/training-charity-mvs-receives-game-changing-sponsorship-from-the-caledonia-foundation/Maritime training charity the Maritime Volunteer Service (MVS) has secured important sponsorship from the Caledonia Investments Charitable Foundation (Caledonia Foundation) for the next three years.Mon, 06 Sep 2021 14:54:55 Z2021-09-08T08:00:31Zc822beac-5b8a-4ac2-ae20-51ed5dc62aa7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-turning-the-tide-on-the-global-maritime-mental-health-crisis-sara-baade-ceo-sailors-society/There's no vaccine against poor mental health, says Sailors' Society CEO Sara Baade.Mon, 06 Sep 2021 14:30:44 Z2021-09-20T15:00:10Z731abda8-f071-4d57-9eae-94be31011176https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/dutch-maritime-charity-successfully-lobbies-for-funding-of-seafarer-welfare-services/A Dutch umbrella maritime organisation for seafarers' welfare has successfully lobbied its government for funding of seafarer centres and welfare services in port, but questions remain over how the funding will be implementedMon, 06 Sep 2021 13:11:35 Z2021-09-06T15:04:02Z8e48958b-1bac-47f5-b109-0a0933c1f2ffhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ecdis-shortcomings-outlined-in-key-maib-and-dmaib-report/Shortcomings in the way Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS) are used by watchkeepers have been flagged up in a report on the application and usability of ECDIS – which may well reignite simmering debates over the need to modernise training.Mon, 06 Sep 2021 08:32:35 Z2021-09-14T11:32:36Zcfd6012e-fa34-477b-abba-5310665550ddhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/yacht-members-warned-to-beware-of-repatriation-loophole/Nautilus International is asking yacht members to check their work contracts for a legal loophole that has been exploited by employers during the Covid-19 pandemic.Fri, 03 Sep 2021 15:39:49 Z2021-09-03T16:26:30Z98dfaa02-28b9-4b0e-b209-f1251540bd43https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/plymouth-merchant-navy-monument-ceremony-recognises-merchant-navy-and-fishing-fleet-sacrifices/Merchant Navy Day was celebrated in in style at the new Plymouth Merchant Navy Monument during a service of remembrance with special resonance – it was to be held there, due to Covid-19.Fri, 03 Sep 2021 15:01:25 Z2025-04-09T07:17:39Zcd080b0b-a644-45a3-a41c-344743e2370ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-as-keyworkers-at-heart-of-union-commemorations-of-merchant-navy-day/In commemorating Merchant Navy Day, Nautilus drew attention to its Build Back Fairer campaignFri, 03 Sep 2021 14:03:51 Z2021-09-09T14:52:56Zf8a02263-f2be-4466-8d93-fcd1c19f107ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/deniss-cernakovs-on-how-he-achieved-his-dream-job-in-the-cruise-industry/Deniss Cernakovs is a senior second officer working with Princess Cruises.Fri, 03 Sep 2021 13:41:10 Z2025-07-30T07:57:09Z36ac4569-b37e-404f-a4d9-db97adce6a3dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/locating-the-litter/To deal with the rubbish cluttering our oceans, we need a thorough understanding of where the problem is at its worst. Rob Coston reports on an app that enables seafarers to report their encounters with waste so that cleanup efforts can be more effectiveFri, 03 Sep 2021 13:19:38 Z2021-09-09T13:57:35Z0a8b0590-b69c-4609-b3d0-167d69beb7a6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/europe-experiences-superyacht-boom-during-the-pandemic/The number of superyachts in Europe has grown significantly since the summer of 2020 as the continent dominates Bloomberg's Resilience Ranking for best places to be during the pandemic.Thu, 02 Sep 2021 15:35:21 Z2021-09-03T14:09:25Zafe06424-7cc5-40fd-bc11-946f83be7fcdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/prevention-through-education--how-a-grass-roots-campaign-is-working-to-reduce-plastic-waste-in-the-sea/UK environmental charity GreenSeas Trust raises awareness of the harm caused by plastic waste in the sea and educates individuals on responsible plastic use and disposal. The charity's founder, seafarer Fazilette Khan, reports on recent developmentsThu, 02 Sep 2021 10:55:18 Z2021-09-09T13:57:08Zae5e61b2-ba0a-40ea-8f87-82de6f4d9796https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/turning-off-the-garbage-tap-the-next-step-in-ocean-cleanups-mission-to-eradicate-waste-plastic-from-the-sea/An environmental organisation best known for tackling the Great Pacific Garbage Patch has found a way of stopping waste plastic in rivers from reaching the sea. Saffiyah Khalique reportsThu, 02 Sep 2021 10:27:54 Z2025-11-28T15:08:16Zf9ad4b5f-ab2c-4f53-8604-23afc820eb7chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sanitary-measures-for-monaco-yacht-show-2021-published/The organisers of Monaco Yacht Show (MYS) have released details of the health measures that will be applied during the show, in compliance with the government of Monaco's hygiene regulations and the health and safety standards set by the AllSecure program created by Informa, owners of the show.Wed, 01 Sep 2021 10:53:46 Z2021-09-03T16:27:05Z205c00aa-1153-4f5e-a8d4-29462845309bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/royal-support-for-the-seafarers-charity-merchant-navy-day-fly-the-red-ensign-fundraiser/The Seafarers' Charity has introduced a new fundraising appeal in support of the Merchant Navy Fund as part of its annual Fly the Red Ensign campaign for Merchant Navy Day on 3 September.Tue, 31 Aug 2021 14:57:02 Z2021-09-03T11:29:45Z73004703-a9ed-4420-b51c-c6709a2142d7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/environmental-concerns-dominate-the-isu-annual-review-2020/The International Salvage Union Annual Review 2020 provides an insight into the pressing issues facing the salvage industry, including concerns over training, equipment and the environment, amid high-profile incidents in the international media. Saffiyah Khalique reportsFri, 27 Aug 2021 15:12:47 Z2021-11-04T16:40:24Z0213806a-f24d-48bb-b02c-1becc793e605https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-shipwrecked-mariners-society-by-justin-osmond/The last 18 months has clearly affected everyone's lives in one way or another says the Shipwrecked Mariners' Society chief executive Justin Osmond.Fri, 27 Aug 2021 08:30:00 Z2021-09-06T14:39:32Zf73d70f3-76a2-45fe-96c7-d055b38197e5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-caseworker-service-expands-its-reach/Two new caseworkers have been appointed for the Nautilus Caseworker Service which expands its reach for retired mariners further across the UK.Thu, 26 Aug 2021 15:53:55 Z2021-08-26T16:05:21Zaf4c756c-0c7c-4630-afa8-b4279a9492dbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/government-involves-nautilus-in-reorientation-of-swiss-flag/Nautilus Switzerland national organiser Holger Schatz explains the Union's support for the Swiss flag in response to a government request for industry comment on the future of the flag.Thu, 26 Aug 2021 13:57:24 Z2021-08-31T12:36:53Ze785f538-78c7-4b57-8337-ec1de7f6c1a7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-to-take-fight-for-maritime-fairness-to-tuc-congress/Nautilus members are aiming to continue the Union’s fairness campaigns at this year’s TUC Congress, which will again take place online due to Covid.Thu, 26 Aug 2021 13:24:10 Z2021-08-26T13:39:23Z4b0d0a47-0d6b-46dd-8b0e-caa9dd070001https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/supporting-our-maritime-key-workers-now-and-in-the-future/Support our maritime key workers now and in the future, says Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson.Thu, 26 Aug 2021 11:45:00 Z2021-09-14T10:57:04Z4632e7a3-8a5b-49e8-b055-c308bd6ad6f4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-supports-minimum-wage-exemption-for-work-outside-switzerland/Nautilus Switzerland branch is supporting an exemption from a new minimum wage of 21 francs (Euro19.58) for crew aboard inland waterway vessels working outside of the country.Thu, 26 Aug 2021 08:16:09 Z2023-06-29T13:49:18Za3bd5db7-5b6a-4121-b191-d2e7d2414900https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nhs-guidance-on-vaccination-for-seafarers/The 'FAQs on Seafarers and vaccination' document covers availability for both British citizens and international crew. It outlines which licensed vaccines are available including Pfizer (Cominarty), AstraZeneca and Moderna, and provides further information on how to access jabs at UK ports.Fri, 20 Aug 2021 09:19:31 Z2021-10-06T16:21:54Z1707564a-b99f-4290-bdb1-a0a015b9a079https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/mca-deck-oral-exams---to-fail-or-not-to-fail/The UK’s move to online oral examinations during the pandemic is a good opportunity to introduce transparency and structure into a highly subjective process, says marine consultant and former MCA examiner Ulrich JurgensWed, 18 Aug 2021 11:30:45 Z2022-01-27T11:28:37Z4df5fabf-afde-4b66-9d79-63a6cd219fb4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ship-manager-urged-to-offer-psychological-support-for-crew-following-suspected-suicide/A ship management company has been urged to offer online psychological support sessions for seafarers following an investigation into a possible case of suicide onboard a bulk carrier.Wed, 18 Aug 2021 11:03:21 Z2021-08-18T11:08:31Z63825a64-622a-4ba3-9bfe-b7996f872a95https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/containerships-bridge-deserted-for-an-hour-after-officer-disappears/A 4,253 TEU containership was left with no one at the controls for around an hour off the coast of China when the chief officer – who had been alone on the bridge at the time – mysteriously disappeared from the vessel.Wed, 18 Aug 2021 10:55:33 Z2021-08-18T13:44:04Z418e4989-6349-474d-be1b-f2b7a5593df9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/recruit-and-retain-report-shows-shipping-must-face-up-to-officer-shortage/The latest Seafarer Workforce Report reveals a shortfall in STCW-qualified officers globally. Rob Coston looks at what this means for maritime trainingThu, 12 Aug 2021 15:30:05 Z2021-08-13T11:05:45Zcf63e962-8836-4713-a926-d2285c1be83ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-engages-with-calmac-over-pay-and-conditions-aboard-charter-vessel/Nautilus International is insisting that salaries are raised and tours of duty are reduced aboard a vessel chartered by Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) to match the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between the Union and the company.Thu, 12 Aug 2021 12:13:14 Z2021-08-17T09:31:49Z58ca02c4-a11b-41d0-9687-c289a38fd271https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nationality-and-borders-bill-clarity/Nautilus International and the UK Chamber of Shipping have welcomed assurances from the Government that Masters and crews of merchant ships will not be criminalised for rescuing distressed persons at sea and bringing them ashore in the UK, and urged for that to be codified in legislation.Thu, 12 Aug 2021 10:31:56 Z2021-08-19T12:54:48Z951e6634-24f1-4edf-83cd-fe26405ba151https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stella-maris-port-chaplain-sees-to-wellbeing-of-new-ever-given-crew-during-uk-visit/While crowds lined the beach to witness the arrival in the UK recently of the Panama-flagged containership Ever Given - which made news headlines when it got stuck in the Suez Canal – a Stella Maris chaplain quietly slipped in a visit to the new crew.Thu, 12 Aug 2021 10:23:23 Z2021-08-17T09:31:49Zf88f36ef-349c-4afe-bfd5-8698df6a8cdahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-urges-po-ferries-to-resume-negotiations-following-ballot/Nautilus announced that a ballot for industrial action at P&O Ferries resulted in a narrow majority voting against action. The significant number of members voting demonstrated the strength of feeling among members, who remain concerned about the safety of those working and travelling on board.Wed, 11 Aug 2021 15:59:18 Z2021-08-17T09:31:49Z0dbc988d-4c07-4204-adad-c7f7c4ab8aa8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cyprus-allows-vaccinations-of-seafarers-onboard-its-flagged-and-managed-vessels/Cyprus is reviewing its plans to provide Covid-19 vaccination for seafarers onboard its flagged and managed vessels, which are currently being offered on a 'first come first serve basis'.Wed, 11 Aug 2021 13:18:50 Z2021-08-17T09:31:49Zc3925419-c4dc-4d4a-b94f-77ed94b1b749https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/trapped-onboard/The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), International Maritime Organization (IMO) and International Transport Workers ' Federation (ITF) are concerned with the growing problem of crew abandonment, which leaves hundreds of seafarers trapped aboard, sometimes for years. Rob Coston reportsWed, 11 Aug 2021 13:08:48 Z2021-08-11T13:44:05Z2b12481f-d9f2-4306-9950-5640b0fe95a7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-assists-uk-members-with-nhs-app-vaccination-proof/Nautilus International is advising UK-based members on how to prove their Covid vaccination status after receiving a number of enquiries from those working aboard superyachts.Tue, 10 Aug 2021 07:58:17 Z2021-08-17T09:31:49Z3f51577e-05e6-4263-8722-fdacc06a091bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/respond-recover-reset-maritime-charities-adjust-their-barometers-post-pandemic/Many stories of resilience, collaboration and rapid change are emerging from the maritime charities sector – but Covid-19 may be having a long tail effect on more than just health.Mon, 09 Aug 2021 13:31:37 Z2021-09-14T10:15:40Zc7e8c9cf-36b5-41f4-97bd-abb12a754c05https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-stella-maris-report-shows-importance-of-human-contact-for-seafarers-in-crisis/Global maritime charity Stella Maris has released its latest 'Life at Sea' Report, which confirms the 'vital need' for seafarers to have 'personal human contact in a world operating amid the Covid-19 pandemic'.Mon, 09 Aug 2021 10:59:47 Z2021-08-17T09:31:49Z0bb05d08-d4cb-4958-bbfb-e79d1f730ab4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-lifeline-mifi-project-for-connecting-crews-secures-further-funding/The Department for Transport, Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) and The Seafarers' Charity have agreed to fund a second year of a collaborative UK Port Welfare MiFi Partnership Project for seafarers and fishers.Fri, 06 Aug 2021 16:41:21 Z2021-08-17T09:31:49Z944733c1-3d49-4fa9-81ee-bf112958d322https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-to-represent-seafarers-aboard-new-wind-farm-maintenance-vessel/Nautilus International has signed a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), with Marine Manning (Guernsey) Limited covering seafarers' terms and conditions on the Wind of Hope, a new-build Louis Dreyfus Armateurs Service Operating Vessel (SOV) which is owned by LD Sustainable Energy Assistance.Fri, 06 Aug 2021 13:47:34 Z2021-08-17T09:31:49Z085266ad-f48e-4ca3-ad4b-3e21b2930a3ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dutch-lifeline-charity-for-seafarers-heads-for-200th-anniversary/A Dutch institution which has provided an income safety net for seafarers is heading out of the pandemic with its finances intact and looking forward to celebrating its 200th anniversary.Fri, 06 Aug 2021 13:12:49 Z2021-08-17T09:31:49Z8a596dbd-83f5-40a8-8e19-7f43b8669c5chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-names-seven-more-countries-as-flags-of-convenience/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) has added seven more countries to its list of Flags of Convenience (FOCs) after they failed to honour the responsibilities that go with being a flag state.Fri, 06 Aug 2021 10:05:11 Z2021-08-17T09:31:49Ze7455bd6-e10c-4623-ac5b-b4787c0b7356https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/allianz-highlights-crew-change-crisis-and-piracy-as-key-risks-in-new-safety-report/According to insurer Allianz's Safety and Shipping Review 2021, yet risks including the growing threats of piracy, concerns over the Ever Given incident and the effects of the crew change crisis still pose a threat to seafarers and the industry as a whole.Wed, 04 Aug 2021 13:27:09 Z2021-08-17T09:31:49Za7e3b879-803f-4333-bf44-fb8e3c69bc06https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/faith-funding-and-reform-seafarers-port-welfare-services/Ground-breaking new research has confirmed that seafarers of faith and no faith draw vital support from port chaplains around the world. The findings raise challenging questions over who should fund these services, as well shedding light on the nature of faith and welfare at sea.Wed, 04 Aug 2021 08:26:35 Z2021-09-14T10:15:50Zf6de5bc6-3b8c-449a-bb92-b38136b946d5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-to-attend-monaco-yacht-show-2021/Nautilus International head of organising Garry Elliott, and head of yacht sector Derek Byrne will attend the Monaco Yacht Show (MYS) in September to meet with members, coronavirus travel restrictions permitting.Tue, 03 Aug 2021 15:42:08 Z2021-08-17T09:31:49Z62811ec3-82f3-463c-949a-c4c5a72aadf3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-launches-new-website-to-prevent-seafarers-being-scammed-during-recruitment/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) has launched a new website, ITFShipBeSure, as part of its ongoing project to ensure seafarers are not scammed by fake manning agents.Tue, 03 Aug 2021 09:11:43 Z2021-08-17T09:31:49Z76cd1dd2-9a21-45d3-bbc8-172792c72360https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-welfare-fund-post-pandemic-charity-work-continues-apace/It has been a busy couple of months for the Nautilus Welfare Fund, the charity which provides accommodation and care services for retired mariners at Mariners' Park in Wallasey, plus caseworker support for other seafarers.Mon, 02 Aug 2021 15:49:23 Z2021-10-21T08:58:36Z9c490017-a649-4170-a8c9-391325cef4edhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/crew-criminalisation-in-the-superyacht-industry/Yacht crew should be aware that they are vulnerable to unfair criminalisation just like other maritime professionals. Saffiyah Khalique reportsMon, 02 Aug 2021 14:47:25 Z2021-08-24T10:20:57Z51ef5842-157c-4175-822d-23f554dc0a91https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-calls-on-mauritian-government-to-release-wakashio-crew-on-anniversary-of-grounding/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) has called for the immediate release and repatriation of the MV Wakashio crew who have been held by Mauritian authorities for over a year.Fri, 30 Jul 2021 16:50:51 Z2021-07-30T17:18:05Z81f6b7b8-45ec-4da6-9b0d-70e7aeda8d70https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-zealand-sets-international-precedent-on-maritime-levies-legislation-to-support-seafarer-welfare-centres/New Zealand's government has updated legislation to allow maritime levies on vessels visiting its ports to help fund seafarer welfare services.Fri, 30 Jul 2021 11:11:28 Z2021-09-02T13:52:44Z84ce3c70-abdc-480d-80c0-8c30dd02a0d0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/call-for-urgent-vaccination-boost-as-seafarers-happiness-index-drops-to-an-all-time-low/The Mission to Seafarers has released the latest Seafarers Happiness Index report, revealing a grim picture of seafarer welfare, with overall happiness dropping to an all-time low since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic.Thu, 29 Jul 2021 14:21:52 Z2021-08-08T07:53:43Zf5adeb94-737c-4498-9a96-124673e82defhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-government-confirms-the-restart-of-international-cruising/The UK government has issued a travel update confirming the restart of international cruising.Wed, 28 Jul 2021 15:12:39 Z2021-07-28T15:18:35Z2a3c595a-9520-462e-b173-bc0e029d9436https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/uk-charity-qvsr-plays-its-part-in-a-global-vaccination-initiative-for-visiting-seafarers/Covid-19 vaccinations of seafarers have been difficult, slow, and challenging globally, but one UK charity has managed to organise vaccinations for visiting crew at a seafarer centre in London, in what they hope can become a model for other centres and port authorities.Wed, 28 Jul 2021 13:09:47 Z2021-08-08T07:52:59Z83f9f17c-f9b1-4ecc-968b-d0845e89e427https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/who-decision-to-prioritise-seafarers-vaccination-welcomed/The World Health Organisation (WHO) has updated their vaccination guidance to include prioritising seafarers for vaccination.Wed, 28 Jul 2021 13:00:56 Z2021-07-28T13:08:38Z1394e47a-868e-42bc-bb2a-92525878d9f2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-urges-yes-vote-as-ballot-opens-with-po-ferries/Maritime professionals' Union Nautilus International has begun balloting members for industrial action at P&O Ferries.Tue, 27 Jul 2021 14:35:11 Z2021-07-27T15:44:59Z42dec76a-baf9-4f2a-bcc9-3baac81cc677https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/meeting-the-needs-of-seafarers-in-a-digital-age--london-international-shipping-week-2021/Maritime charities and industry leaders will explore the impact of technology on seafarer welfare − highlighting lessons learnt from the Covid-19 crew crisis − at London International Shipping Week 2021 (LISW21).Tue, 27 Jul 2021 14:33:46 Z2021-07-27T14:49:04Z6192ee0c-66be-4bf9-9360-79f00b8d0d26https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-prefecture-of-the-mediterranean-outlines-exemption-mooring-zones-following-protests-by-french-yachting-association/Following a meeting organised by the Maritime Prefecture of the Mediterranean on Friday 18 June, the prefecture has released a statement on the proposals for new exemption mooring zones put forward by French yachting association SOS Navigation.Tue, 27 Jul 2021 13:56:12 Z2021-07-27T14:54:47Z8af78f2b-9683-4d4f-a0ec-6ba4970af56dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/annual-national-service-for-seafarers-2021-cancelled-by-pandemic-uncertainties/This year's Annual National Service for Seafarers (ANSS) spearheaded by The Seafarers' Charity has been cancelled for a second year due to uncertainty over Covid-19 restrictions.Tue, 27 Jul 2021 13:21:10 Z2021-08-02T13:56:53Zf0cd600b-6163-42b4-a709-b24debbf856dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/chief-officer-georgina-lindsay-on-transitioning-from-the-merchant-navy-to-the-yacht-sector/As a chief officer in the yachting sector, Georgina Lindsay has been able to indulge her passion for travel. She talks about her varied role, the challenge of moving from the Merchant Navy to yachting, and the science of sleep.Tue, 27 Jul 2021 10:36:52 Z2025-07-30T07:56:14Z736ea694-60e6-4ab8-8cd6-e6f61ed05596https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sea-cadets-on-the-water-programme-resumes-for-young-people-in-the-uk/Sea Cadets has resumed and extended its special water-based programme for some 1,200 children in the UK from disadvantaged backgrounds who can now experience water-based adventures, learn valuable life skills and earn qualifications.Mon, 26 Jul 2021 15:35:18 Z2021-07-26T15:41:07Zbb0cd139-4c54-4f16-8612-bdeb5ec108f6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-celebrating-40-years-of-the-itf-seafarers-trust/Nautilus Maritime Charity Column: Katie Higginbottom head of The ITF Seafarers' Trust on its 40th anniversary. During those years it has given grants amounting to some US$250 million for seafarers' welfare projects all around the world.Mon, 26 Jul 2021 07:42:00 Z2021-09-06T14:40:13Z6087178c-7c92-4809-bb6e-6d584bc897d6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/your-ships-of-the-past-building-an-interactive-historical-community/We've now started to gather readers' memories of the vessels featured online, starting with the highly popular vessel Tokyo Bay. We had a head start with this, because Tokyo Bay inspired readers to write in via telegraph@nautilusint.org when its Ships of the Past profile appeared in print in 2020.Fri, 23 Jul 2021 15:31:31 Z2021-08-10T14:26:07Zd81b0c0a-c2fd-4699-b0f5-d2b024c25379https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-and-ukcs-call-for-the-uk-government-to-offer-vaccinations-to-visiting-seafarers/Nautilus International's general secretary Mark Dickinson and CEO of the UK Chamber of Shipping (UKCS) Bob Sanguinetti have signed a joint letter to the Secretary of State, asking that the country actively offer vaccinations to seafarers visiting British ports.Fri, 23 Jul 2021 14:21:02 Z2021-08-09T15:54:37Z68c10c77-c6a8-4868-8278-d1814aaf339ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/speaking-out-for-workers-rights/The Union has been fighting to maintain jobs, pay and conditions across its three branches this month, says Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson.Fri, 23 Jul 2021 13:15:00 Z2021-08-26T12:02:35Z5c172dbd-9958-413f-9c11-4046fb25bd11https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/survey-on-the-use-of-simulators-in-uk-training/The MCA has launched a consultation on proposed amendments to the Merchant Shipping (Standards of Training and Watchkeeping) Regulations 2015. These regulations implement the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) 1978 into UK law.Fri, 23 Jul 2021 12:33:37 Z2021-07-23T14:49:00Z15818d4e-586a-4c46-b3ed-303cee16a4dbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/rfa-first-officer-emma-louise-elgar-calls-for-the-removal-of-the-social-stigma-attached-to-new-parents-returning-to-sea/Emma-Louise Elgar grew up in Yorkshire and is a first officer in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA).Thu, 22 Jul 2021 13:13:35 Z2025-07-30T09:27:41Zf362531c-3f0e-4517-bb45-7ff4b33133ffhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/smou-highlights-covid-welfare-work-during-70th-anniversary/Singapore Maritime Officers’ Union (SMOU), a Nautilus Federation affiliate which now has more than 30,000 members, is celebrating its 70th anniversary.Wed, 21 Jul 2021 14:01:30 Z2021-07-21T14:06:07Z46caaa57-0aa3-4776-bf92-13b812a88a91https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mmp-affiliate-moves-closer-to-representing-tug-workers-in-seven-mexican-ports/Nautilus Federation affiliate the MM&P)has announced that workers employed by a Spanish tugboat company have voted to be represented by its affiliate, Orden Maritima.Wed, 21 Jul 2021 10:59:12 Z2021-07-22T10:29:08Zafb62b0c-6d87-4f0d-9062-38ee5a5be80ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-release-report-on-fire-aboard-chemical-tanker-stolt-groenland/The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) have published a safety report and recommendations following the cargo tank explosion on the chemical tanker Stolt Groenland in 2019.Wed, 21 Jul 2021 10:39:35 Z2021-07-21T10:47:30Zb376ba21-529d-46ed-8996-a4465aef344ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-covid-support-commended-at-tuc-awards/The widely-used Nautilus FAQs on Covid-19 drew praise at the prestigious Trades Union Congress (TUC) Communication Awards.Wed, 21 Jul 2021 08:58:56 Z2021-07-21T09:14:50Z85351dad-ef31-4039-a4e8-d35fd97d5ce1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ever-given-crew-head-for-rotterdam-after-vessels-release/Panama-flagged containership Ever Given − which blocked the Suez Canal in March − is now on its way with its crew to the Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands.Tue, 20 Jul 2021 15:02:53 Z2021-07-20T15:32:30Zaee93fad-d519-4e32-b334-db6acaadd14bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-demands-answers-from-ireland-over-migrant-fisher-case/The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) is insisting that Irish authorities explain the 'catastrophic' mishandling of civil and criminal proceedings in a high-profile migrant exploitation case involving four Ghanaian fishers.Tue, 20 Jul 2021 12:33:50 Z2021-07-20T12:40:50Zd10917cc-16e3-47b4-9397-32e352af2ce2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-and-ukcs-question-migrant-bill-that-could-criminalise-seafarers2/Nautilus International's general secretary Mark Dickinson and Bob Sanguinetti, CEO of the UK Chamber of Shipping (UKCS), have issued a joint letter to the UK government over the proposed Nationality and Borders Bill, which could see seafarers criminalised for assisting with rescues at sea.Tue, 20 Jul 2021 11:00:49 Z2021-08-09T16:05:21Zc7f4700a-0260-4087-98ac-81241f5c8965https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-condemns-the-uk-governments-u-turn-on-visa-waivers-for-the-windfarm-sector/Nautilus International has condemned the UK government's U-turn on visa waivers for the windfarm sector, granting a further extension to allow the sector to continue using foreign crews.Mon, 19 Jul 2021 15:52:19 Z2021-07-19T15:59:22Za6315a0d-4922-4bb5-8a98-1c3ab88e09cchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-signs-letter-calling-on-the-uk-government-to-eliminate-anti-lgbt-discrimination/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson has signed a letter from the Trades Union Congress (TUC) calling on the UK government to not only promote equality and eliminate discrimination against LGBT+ people, but to also take a lead in building an inclusive culture that supports LGBT+ people.Mon, 19 Jul 2021 11:10:38 Z2021-07-19T11:22:50Z117a0b03-e62a-4d25-98a3-ea5e64dfbe27https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/monaco-and-fort-lauderdale-yacht-shows-what-to-expect/Two of the biggest events of the superyacht calendar are fast approaching. What can crew expect from the Monaco Yacht Show and Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in the second year of the pandemic?Thu, 15 Jul 2021 15:55:21 Z2022-09-22T09:50:20Z6cdde189-921f-498d-8536-6339abaef3a8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/essberger-social-plan-agreed-following-union-pressure/Nautilus members at risk of redundancy at John T. Essberger have agreed a revised 'social plan' with the tanker operator after it returned to the negotiating table following media coverage of the dispute.Thu, 15 Jul 2021 13:07:23 Z2021-07-16T12:04:51Za80bcb6e-d251-4225-b329-e08776f776c5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/plymouth-plans-post-pandemic-parade-at-merchant-navy-monument/While the UK maritime community's commemoration of Merchant Navy Day on 3 September may be muted due to ongoing pandemic restrictions, Plymouth is still planning to celebrate in style at its Merchant Navy Monument.Thu, 15 Jul 2021 10:50:24 Z2021-07-15T11:11:47Z0058e4da-5d56-47ef-abad-74e6c6d5d378https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/2021/july/nautilus-and-ukcs-question-migrant-bill-that-could-criminalise-seafarers/Nautilus International's general secretary Mark Dickinson and the Bob Sanguinetti, CEO of the UK Chamber of Shipping (UKCS), have issued a joint letter to the UK government over the proposed Nationality and Borders Bill, which could see seafarers criminalised for assisting with rescues at sea.Thu, 15 Jul 2021 09:58:41 Z2021-07-15T10:18:59Z8499b20f-ac85-4706-98ed-d612c9b2c169https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-switzerland-section-celebrates-milestones-on-its-10th-anniversary/Maritime workers and boatmen in Nautilus International's Switzerland branch have now been supported by the Union for a decadeWed, 14 Jul 2021 11:58:00 Z2021-08-31T12:15:02Zcf837d0c-023c-4fd6-ae9b-e5b780865456https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-shortlisted-for-maritime-2050-award/Nautilus International has been shortlisted for the Maritime 2050 Award at the Mersey Maritime Industry Awards 2021.Wed, 14 Jul 2021 11:47:34 Z2021-07-14T12:23:11Z840f8a39-dcf9-4312-80ba-71efa1e1c98bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-consultation-on-entry-into-enclosed-space-regulations-on-ships-ending-soon/The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) is holding an open consultation to seek the views of stakeholders on proposals to amend legislation on the entry into enclosed spaces, including extension to fishing vessels.Tue, 13 Jul 2021 14:02:25 Z2021-07-13T16:14:00Z2faa1ab2-9ed8-422c-b154-347c24b295fdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-renews-calls-for-action-plan-on-inland-waterways/Questions must be answered over the legal framework for the inland waterway transport sector, including enforcement of working time rules, and legislation on social security and posting, Estelle Brentnall of the European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) saysTue, 13 Jul 2021 11:56:04 Z2021-07-13T12:01:17Zf0948d7a-74b1-4b16-92ba-2cb8a1ee7a41https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/flying-high/Nautilus International spoke with Commodore David Eagles on why qualified seafarers should consider a career with the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA)Tue, 13 Jul 2021 11:35:18 Z2021-08-24T10:21:22Z1db5b478-2970-4fb1-9382-a4da83a3b326https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/international-travel-rules-for-yacht-crew/Nautilus is urging yacht crew to carry appropriate employment and other essential travel documents due to pandemic travel restrictions, and has compiled a helpful list of national travel informationTue, 13 Jul 2021 10:38:03 Z2021-07-14T17:01:16Z0d1d6bf3-104b-4aad-b075-8408f69ef39dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/build-back-fairer-campaign-gains-government-endorsement/The Union's Build Back Fairer campaign gained DfT support on Day of the Seafarer 2021 with Department for Transport (DfT) official Laura Marquis reflecting on the plight of seafarers during the pandemic.Tue, 13 Jul 2021 09:54:37 Z2021-07-14T10:23:53Z11709878-770a-4170-81bc-3bf21f632ff9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/rapid-response-required/Maritime Skills Commission recommends course modernisation and funding overhaul for cadets in new reportTue, 13 Jul 2021 09:09:31 Z2021-08-11T16:14:47Zc6694b22-e1a8-41ab-87d1-44a5359d029dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-to-raise-red-ensign-in-support-of-seafarers-on-merchant-navy-day/Retired mariners at Nautilus Mariners' Park will mark the annual UK Merchant Navy Day by raising the Red Ensign in a dedicated outdoor ceremony, despite ongoing pandemic restrictions on many flag raising events for a second year running.Tue, 13 Jul 2021 09:00:00 Z2023-07-04T08:31:14Zc08e6f2a-c728-4ef5-986d-f571b5a1b707https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/obituary-in-memory-of-malcolm-williams-cbe-22-may-1951-20-april-2021/Commodore Malcolm Williams CBE who served during the Falklands War and on several humanitarian missions, died on 20 April 2021 in a car accident, aged 69. Former Nautilus deputy general secretary Peter McEwen writes about his relationship with the CommodoreMon, 12 Jul 2021 14:15:58 Z2021-07-15T11:10:31Zab6e8c54-f7b6-4db9-93be-f6d41a60a729https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-to-ballot-members-over-po-ferries-safety-concerns/Nautilus International is to ballot members on possible industrial action following serious safety concerns around crewing levels and the company using agency staff working extended tours of duty on Dover-to-Calais P&O Ferries.Mon, 12 Jul 2021 11:03:46 Z2021-07-20T12:46:42Z34cf32a7-8ec9-4068-ad4c-4ddd35e716a1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-recoups-unpaid-crew-wages-from-sijfa-cruises-following-dockside-protest/SijFa Cruises has paid more than E20,000 (£17,087.55) in outstanding crew wages and social benefits following a dockside protest by Nautilus International.Sun, 11 Jul 2021 18:40:21 Z2023-06-29T13:32:34Zfe285e47-9ad8-4cef-8702-6b71cc9c49adhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-film-investigates-faith-and-welfare-of-seafarers-working-on-cargo-ships/Seafarers of different faiths and no faith rely on support from port chaplains in coping with what is often dangerous work in challenging institutionalised workplace settings, research from Cardiff University has found.Fri, 09 Jul 2021 15:28:52 Z2021-07-16T10:16:48Z7b73a11b-d802-4b9f-9c5f-819b76b75795https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/pride-in-a-life-well-lived/On 29 June 2021, friends and family celebrated the life of maritime LGBT+ pioneer Roy 'Wendy' Gibson. The seafarer and pianist was known for being part of the crew of the Hull ferry Norland, which was requisitioned as a troop carrier in the 1982 Falklands conflict.Fri, 09 Jul 2021 14:46:11 Z2021-07-12T16:06:02Z5e545c9e-2fb0-4488-a6fb-0a393fed791bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipping-industry-sustains-mission-to-seafarers-crew-welfare-campaign/An ongoing crew welfare campaign by The Mission to Seafarers has raised £320,000 from donors across the shipping industry.Fri, 09 Jul 2021 10:29:28 Z2021-07-15T14:10:36Zf38a58ed-cff8-4a8d-9ccd-f15f55a6dce3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/register-for-the-sea-to-city-networking-event/Nautilus International and Maritime London have created the Sea to City project, a networking and mentoring scheme aiming to encourage seafarers looking to move ashore to consider maritime services positions.Thu, 08 Jul 2021 14:44:35 Z2021-07-08T15:03:51Z2ada6998-0a76-4c15-b791-860f30662476https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/presented-in-person-ceremony-finally-takes-place-for-the-2020-recipients-of-the-uk-merchant-navy-medal/After their original ceremony had to be postponed due to coronavirus restrictions, the 2020 awardees of the Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service were able to receive their accolades from HRH The Princess Royal in June 2021.Thu, 08 Jul 2021 13:37:52 Z2021-08-11T16:14:09Zc733a205-edcc-44e0-9fb6-846e064c811ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-highlights-importance-of-unionisation-in-the-aftermath-of-ever-given-incident/Following the release of the Ever Given, the containership that block the Suez Canal in March, the International Transport Workers' Federation is emphasising the importance of unions in ensuring the seafarers aboard the vessel were looked after.Thu, 08 Jul 2021 12:19:36 Z2021-07-08T12:24:09Ze52d9526-2aaf-4b44-8c43-16ad06ffc7cbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/know-your-allowance-annual-leave-for-superyacht-crew/Under the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC) seafarers are entitled to a minimum of 2.5 days per month paid annual leave and public or customary holidays should not be count towards that allowance. This leads to flag states legislation for leave entitlement above that minimum.Thu, 08 Jul 2021 10:12:06 Z2024-03-14T10:46:34Z8e4ff763-73dd-4adc-8651-f0723af27183https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-recovers-wages-and-repatriates-filipino-crew-in-port-of-tyne/The ITF has helped to recover pay owed to Filipino crew aboard the Liberian-registered bulk carrier Dory, and has repatriated four crew members.Thu, 08 Jul 2021 08:55:43 Z2021-07-08T09:37:28Z3aa2f2a0-3d77-410f-aae8-841006f3eb2chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unacceptable-response-from-po-ferries-on-short-sea-safety/P&O Ferries has once again failed to address Nautilus International's safety concerns over the reintroduction of the ferry Pride of Burgundy on the Dover-Calais route.Wed, 07 Jul 2021 16:20:52 Z2021-07-07T16:23:37Z25ea4c9a-3697-4735-97a4-42494f4d94b4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/egypt-must-change-how-it-treats-abandoned-seafarers-says-itf/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) is calling on Egypt to change its 'legal guardianship' system, after the organisation arranged the release of a captain who was trapped in the country.Wed, 07 Jul 2021 12:49:00 Z2021-07-07T12:54:45Ze8b46dc5-436f-4f47-ae8f-c14db91d9a48https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/royal-yachting-association-certificates-reinstated-in-spain/The Spanish maritime authorities have now reinstated Royal Yachting Association (RYA) certificates into their legislation regulating nautical qualifications for the operation of pleasure boats.Wed, 07 Jul 2021 08:53:23 Z2021-09-02T11:24:25Z64c8fe4e-7a40-4d0b-a3f5-e16fca4dd76dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ship-design-has-forgotten-human-crews-iswan-research/Ship design that does not consider its human crew more, can adversely impact social interaction and, ultimately, seafarer safety and wellbeing, research by the International Seafarers' Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) has found.Tue, 06 Jul 2021 14:26:40 Z2021-07-07T09:46:36Zebb79dca-586f-4515-8ebc-a337f66ee505https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-to-be-remembered-on-sea-sunday/Merchant Navy crew are being commemorated in a special Sailors' Society video message created for Sea Sunday, which is marked by churches around the world every year.Tue, 06 Jul 2021 13:43:49 Z2023-11-15T12:05:03Ze5f9b5ca-50c4-442e-b323-db47caff0e2chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-minister-pays-tribute-to-pandemic-role-of-pilots-during-maritime-safety-week/UK shipping minister Robert Courts kicked off Maritime Safety Week by learning the physical rigours of boarding procedures used by pilots and praised their vital role during Covid-19 in keeping port trade flowing.Tue, 06 Jul 2021 13:22:50 Z2021-07-06T14:03:54Z78d905cc-5bbc-4f78-9827-1fbfe34b821bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ecsa-and-etf-ask-maritime-professionals-to-take-part-in-diversity-focus-group/The European Community Shipowner's Association (ECSA) and the European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) have put a call out for maritime professionals to take part in diversity focus groups.Mon, 05 Jul 2021 14:14:17 Z2021-07-06T13:46:41Zb1cbf9c4-6112-43e9-933b-04eb991ed21ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-publish-report-on-isle-of-man-ferry-grounding/The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published its investigation report into the grounding of the Isle of Man-registered ro-ro freight ferry Arrow while entering Aberdeen Harbour in restricted visibility on 25 June 2020.Mon, 05 Jul 2021 13:22:09 Z2021-07-05T16:38:12Z6bebe59a-9bda-4db9-a5a9-295a4d0f79f2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-to-carry-out-unannounced-inspections-of-fishing-vessels/Surveyors from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) will begin to carry out unannounced inspections of fishing vessels across the UK.Mon, 05 Jul 2021 12:55:15 Z2021-07-05T16:38:53Zd3a54d05-479f-4e9a-984d-ba26ec1a7cc8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mobile-inspection-app-launched/Global assurance and risk and classification society DNV has launched a mobile ship safety inspection app to market.Fri, 02 Jul 2021 16:14:43 Z2021-07-05T16:40:57Z65cdd305-6945-4128-bc83-c052bad5dde3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-represented-at-ground-breaking-lgbt-industry-round-table/Nautilus International was represented at the Maritime UK Diversity in Maritime Programme's first LGBT+ industry roundtable event, which explored ways to increase LGBT+ representation in maritime.Fri, 02 Jul 2021 14:10:51 Z2021-09-14T13:07:15Z19ffbc4e-357f-49c1-9e75-2a9b3a8d2ea7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/more-than-50-shipping-companies-offer-wellness-at-sea-programme-to-crews-families-and-shore-staff/More than 50 shipping companies are now offering Sailors' Society's Wellness at Sea Awareness programme.Thu, 01 Jul 2021 10:59:04 Z2021-07-01T11:07:32Z64235e02-5188-48e3-9054-80df50edb4ffhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pla-apprentice-scoops-workboat-association-best-industry-trainee-gong/Budding deck cadet Scarlett Barnett-Smith, from Gillingham, who started her career as a marine apprentice with the Port of London Authority, has been awarded the 2021 John Percival Award for Best Industry Trainee from the Workboat Association.Thu, 01 Jul 2021 10:37:35 Z2021-07-01T10:43:31Z8a5170f7-f1ec-4515-9b4b-1ca70d5db646https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/explosive-increase-in-digital-inspections-needs-solution-to-ensure-ship-safety/An 'explosive increase' in external digital ship inspections, potentially affecting the safety of seafarers, has occurred due to the Covid-19 pandemic, according to the chair of the International Transport Workers' Federation Maritime Safety Committee (ITF MSC), Odd Rune Malterud.Thu, 01 Jul 2021 09:41:19 Z2021-07-01T10:25:49Z4f53b86e-0718-4b31-8252-90cad665098dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dutch-seafarers-reject-forced-redundancies-at-essberger/Dutch seafarers working for John T. Essberger, based in Hamburg, have rejected forced redundancies at the tanker shipping company. Twenty-one Dutch seafarers are threatened with redundancy, following the sale of Netherlands flagged tankers Alcedo, Ardea and Dutch Faith.Mon, 28 Jun 2021 16:16:48 Z2021-06-29T08:47:09Z052f44a8-8d19-4910-b83e-31a8271d5282https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sailing-sing-for-seafarers-record-gives-voice-to-unsung-heroes/A single featuring a global virtual choir, including voices of Nautilus Mariners' Park residents, was released on Day of the Seafarer to raise money for maritime charities supporting seafarers in the pandemic.Mon, 28 Jun 2021 16:11:03 Z2021-06-28T16:27:20Ze527fac5-0056-4a1b-8a5f-4c51976c43f2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-maritime-lgbt-icon-to-equality-and-diversity-forum/Pride Month 2021 and the International Day of the Seafarer came together to great effect on 25 June at the Nautilus Equality and Diversity Forum.Mon, 28 Jun 2021 15:45:57 Z2021-11-17T17:21:05Zda93a14b-ff82-419e-89f0-157e79afbc4fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/400000-steps-challenge-raises-funds-for-those-hit-by-crew-change-crisis/Seafarers stranded by the Covid-19 crew change crisis will get a helping hand from a new fundraising walk-a-thon in July organised by The Seafarers' CharityMon, 28 Jun 2021 15:44:09 Z2021-07-15T14:11:51Z1f9e6080-db2f-4fc6-ac2f-a1e51b488463https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/inspiring-the-next-generation-of-mariners/Inspiring the Future Maritime asks volunteers to share their knowledge of careers at sea with young people.Mon, 28 Jun 2021 15:07:05 Z2022-11-15T16:27:46Zad38b982-2259-477f-baa1-03b0cc6a23fdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-reports-website-to-the-mca-for-competency-exams-cheating-service/Nautilus International are working with the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) to ensure properly qualified seafarers are appointed to onboard jobs, after the Union discovered a website offering to help seafarers cheat in the Marlins English competency test.Mon, 28 Jun 2021 13:58:41 Z2021-06-28T14:34:40Z732a0c9f-a616-4164-b5c1-3b8317415f8chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/canada-flags-arctic-cruise-risks-from-outdated-maps-and-limited-search-and-rescue/Concerns over the unique risks that the rapidly expanding expedition cruise industry poses to environmentally sensitive areas has been raised by Canada's Transportation Safety Board (TSB).Mon, 28 Jun 2021 13:39:13 Z2021-06-28T14:20:04Z33ebd48b-436b-49da-bf07-5da1192211c6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-uk-hails-progress-on-maritime-2050-recommendations/'Real progress' is being delivered on recommendations made in the UK government's Maritime 2050 strategy, according to a new report issued by Maritime UK.Fri, 25 Jun 2021 16:04:30 Z2021-06-25T16:12:47Zfa358887-960c-401c-8cdf-0893ebf62d6fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-makes-counter-proposal-in-po-ferries-negotiation/Nautilus International has received a formal response from P&O Ferries following a dispute avoidance meeting on Monday 21 June.Fri, 25 Jun 2021 15:46:04 Z2021-06-25T15:54:38Zc4414fc9-909b-4f55-a9dd-0de63fa0a658https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-mariners-park-receives-ministerial-visit/Maritime Minister Robert Courts MP made a visit to Nautilus Mariners' Park to learn more about its unique facilities for retired seafarers and their dependants on Day of the Seafarer 2021.Fri, 25 Jun 2021 12:48:08 Z2021-06-25T13:02:17Z9f8f80f1-bffa-4547-9c19-c1bbeefbcd7ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/operator-sought-for-first-new-shipyard-on-london-thames-in-over-a-century/Plans have been revealed for the first new shipyard on London's Thames River in over a century – a project which is expected to help reinvigorate shipbuilding in the UK and support hundreds of jobs.Fri, 25 Jun 2021 11:48:29 Z2021-06-25T12:00:59Z701fbb4a-61e1-44ce-bd61-791305ec2596https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sacrifice-of-seafarers-captured-in-winning-image-for-itf-seafarers-trust-photo-competition/Ordinary seaman Aljon Manlangit captured a portrait of sacrifice in his winning snap of a colleague for the 2021 ITF Seafarers' Trust 'Out of Sight Not Out of Mind' photo competition, which shines a light on seafarers' experiences during Covid-19.Fri, 25 Jun 2021 11:07:02 Z2021-06-25T11:47:08Z88f31543-a7d4-4e82-a409-81dc70ccebfchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-raises-fight-for-fairness-at-key-industry-event/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson raised the Union's Build Back Fairer campaign at a high-profile event held in Merseyside on 25 June for International Day of the Seafarer.Fri, 25 Jun 2021 10:12:14 Z2021-07-22T13:37:18Z7e150a8b-1692-4260-9173-a586a98d3f03https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-onboard-training-yacht-owners-shouldnt-overlook/In a professionalising sector, superyacht captains need to understand the value of training and mentoring – and pass that insight on to owners. Steve Monk explains whyFri, 25 Jun 2021 10:02:59 Z2021-06-25T12:28:40Ze2708213-ab75-44d1-85d0-76bf5c5e40a0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-call-for-fair-recovery-in-powerful-new-video/UK maritime professionals from across the breadth of the industry have united to call for fairness in a new video produced by Nautilus International.Fri, 25 Jun 2021 09:00:00 Z2021-06-25T11:23:41Z3badf20b-953d-452e-8296-62e54e9c0c41https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/department-of-health-and-social-care-blows-off-union-and-industry-concerns-over-red-list-quarantine-for-seafarers/The Department of Health and Social Care has responded to a joint letter sent by Nautilus International and the UK Chamber of Shipping concerning mandatory quarantines for seafarers who have travelled to countries on the UK's Covid-19 travel 'red list'.Thu, 24 Jun 2021 12:01:40 Z2021-06-24T12:40:56Z8f91441e-fbf7-4970-bdb7-aa218c1fa75ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ultimate-sea-views-sought-for-2021/The Shipwrecked Mariners' Society has launched its ninth annual Ultimate Sea View competition honouring the UK's maritime heritage.Thu, 24 Jun 2021 11:59:14 Z2021-06-24T12:12:42Z1b0f8f84-386e-4c9a-a070-80bb0395517ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mental-health-timebomb-ticking-due-to-new-peak-in-covid-crew-change-crisis-warns-sailors-society/The shipping industry must help seafarers now to prevent a mental health catastrophe, says international maritime charity Sailors' Society, as the most recent Covid wave threatens a new peak in the crew change crisis.Thu, 24 Jun 2021 11:25:09 Z2021-06-24T11:42:13Z00b0df12-932a-4263-901b-1feda0ae8fa3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-skills-commission-recommends-course-modernisation-and-funding-overhaul-for-cadets-in-new-report/The Maritime Skills Commission (MSC) has released its Seafarer Cadet Review Report, which recommends that the government must overhaul funding for seafarer training and modernise courses if UK seafarers are to remain competitive in the global shipping sector.Thu, 24 Jun 2021 08:51:56 Z2021-07-07T07:45:28Z219ee734-d0b0-4fb8-a639-3193745fdcc4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/no-place-for-complacency-on-bullying-and-harassment-at-sea/The TUC is leading a UK review of trade union strategies and policies dealing with sexual harassment. Nautilus welcomes the union federation's leadership on this important matter, and acknowledges that the FNV and SGB have also been leaders in the struggle.Wed, 23 Jun 2021 13:10:00 Z2021-07-14T09:51:20Z33e8a46e-24ac-4892-b8da-e02a50c62bc5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-invited-to-have-their-say-in-once-in-a-decade-survey/Nautilus is encouraging members to participate in a crucial industry census, which builds on previous research undertaken by the Union every ten years.Mon, 21 Jun 2021 16:10:55 Z2021-08-13T10:49:49Z099ac255-4f78-43f8-b011-232b9cb211b3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-and-nautilus-meet-in-attempt-to-find-consensus/Nautilus representatives today met with senior management at P&O Ferries as part of measures seeking to avoid an industrial dispute between the company and the Union.Mon, 21 Jun 2021 16:03:37 Z2021-06-21T22:45:52Z87189fe3-3848-4976-8ff0-acd8ac266503https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-campaigns-for-a-fair-future-on-day-of-the-seafarer/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson will take the Union's Build Back Fairer campaign to Liverpool on 25 June for International Day of the Seafarer.Mon, 21 Jun 2021 15:49:58 Z2021-07-29T12:27:42Z995756a1-995d-45ff-8159-a9bffa2d4efdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/former-seafarers-sign-up-to-help-members-considering-a-transition-to-shoreside-roles/Former seafarers who now work ashore in the maritime services sector have signed up to mentor other seafarers who are considering similar career transitions, as part of Nautilus International and Maritime London's Sea to City project.Mon, 21 Jun 2021 13:39:45 Z2023-08-11T15:09:37Z45768c01-dd96-4655-b353-e5f4d203f0a7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ecsa-and-etf-ask-for-feedback-from-seafarers-to-inform-research-on-participation-of-women-in-maritime/The European Community Shipowners' Association (ECSA) and the European Transport Workers' Federation (EFT) are asking for the opinions of maritime professionals in two targeted surveys, which cover the participation of women in the maritime industry.Mon, 21 Jun 2021 13:25:21 Z2021-06-21T13:41:29Z49e352f9-3b2c-40ae-8c0d-256551bdc473https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/port-of-london-authority-recruits-more-apprentices-for-careers-on-thames/The Port of London Authority is recruiting more apprentices for long-term career opportunities on the Thames and the wider marine sector.Mon, 21 Jun 2021 13:17:47 Z2021-06-21T13:43:29Zd5be1e48-84c6-4cab-99c6-5a49400f2e9ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/is-smart-shipping-an-excuse-to-say-that-people-no-longer-want-to-work-at-sea/Nautilus deputy general secretary Marcel van den Broek is sceptical about far-reaching automation, and addresses this at a Smart Shipping Symposium organised by the Union's Netherlands Branch.Mon, 21 Jun 2021 10:42:37 Z2021-06-21T22:51:47Za12f2b9f-c451-4dcd-8b8c-a4edd0447c08https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-with-po-ferries-vote-to-support-unions-uncompromising-approach-to-safety-on-the-short-sea/Following a consultation with Nautilus members serving with P&O Crewing Services (Jersey) on the Dover – Calais route, members have endorsed the Union’s strong opposition to agency crew working over the agreed rostered hours on the short sea.Fri, 18 Jun 2021 16:38:12 Z2021-06-18T16:43:40Z2aee1205-4f2b-46d7-8d03-4adfae4d687bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/offshore-worker-numbers-return-to-pre-pandemic-levels-says-oguk/UK oil and gas industry representative body OGUK has reported that the number offshore sector workers has reached a milestone by returning to pre-pandemic national lockdown levels.Fri, 18 Jun 2021 16:10:20 Z2021-06-18T16:28:14Zc10b529b-c8d5-467c-a787-4cfb3f18ed6dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/impact-of-covid-on-seafarers-acknowledged-at-ilo-global-summit/The International Labour Organisation (ILO) acknowledged the impact of Covid-19 on seafarers, as an agreement on pandemic recovery measures was reached at its 2021 global World of Work Summit.Fri, 18 Jun 2021 14:48:16 Z2021-06-21T22:41:36Zd2dfa15c-2f02-47f0-a903-36c42a393354https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-government-announces-maritime-safety-week-2021/The UK government has designated 5-9 July as Maritime Safety Week 2021.Fri, 18 Jun 2021 13:26:36 Z2021-06-18T13:33:09Z778e1c3f-8061-48da-9825-4e8085305e4fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-wins-freedom-for-hunger-striking-seafarers-after-two-years-trapped-at-sea/19 seafarers serving on the MV ULA can return home this week after the two-year advocacy work of the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) brought their ordeal to an end.Thu, 17 Jun 2021 12:03:24 Z2021-06-17T12:51:26Z39af18ef-a24f-4550-b364-08cb94a73f0ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-lobby-in-support-of-short-sea-safety/Nautilus International participated in a meeting with Dover MP Natalie Elphicke, and representatives from P&O Ferries, DFDS, and the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT)Thu, 17 Jun 2021 10:02:42 Z2021-06-17T10:26:20Zf4cbd071-82d1-44f9-8430-5c87887373b9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-seeks-talks-with-scottish-government-over-time-charter-proposals/Nautilus International has requested an urgent meeting with Scottish Minister for Transport Graeme Dey MSP to discuss planned arrangements by CalMac Ferries to time charter the catamaran MV Pentalina.Wed, 16 Jun 2021 16:00:49 Z2021-06-16T16:06:07Z2cae9877-8afc-41a7-bd3a-537ba679392chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-fails-to-address-union-safety-concerns-around-pride-of-burgundy-reintroduction/Nautilus continues to express grave concerns around safety and fatigue following plans by P&O to circumvent established Collective Bargaining Agreements and rely on precarious employment.Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:59:29 Z2021-06-16T15:23:09Z357ece16-d499-4101-9479-14075e9048e4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/qatar-offers-jabs-for-international-seafarers/Qatar has launched a pilot seafarer vaccination programme out of Ras Laffan for all crew working on Qatari managed and chartered vessels.Wed, 16 Jun 2021 13:51:25 Z2021-06-16T14:04:53Z9c8c0ef8-2c08-41ba-99ca-d780a618e35ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/scandinavian-star-survivor-criticises-reporting-failures/A Norwegian support group for survivors of the Scandinavian Star ferry disaster, in which 159 people died because of suspected arson on board, has criticised the lack of reporting with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as a failure to learn from the tragedy.Wed, 16 Jun 2021 11:00:10 Z2021-06-16T11:08:44Zb2d74c57-ba37-4af1-9f7a-10be0e18b4c7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/covid-quarantine-protocols-delaying-return-of-deceased-seafarers-to-their-families/The remains of a seafarer have finally been delivered to his family two months after he died, after several countries refused to allow the disembarkation of his remains because of Covid protocols.Tue, 15 Jun 2021 13:40:45 Z2021-06-15T13:54:35Z1f2abf04-9f33-443f-b762-3b9108c3c219https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-opens-consultation-on-proposed-stcw-amendments/The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has launched a public consultation on the proposed merchant shipping (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping) (Amendment) Regulations 2021, which would replace the 2015 regulations and their associated notices.Tue, 15 Jun 2021 12:04:47 Z2021-06-15T12:19:23Z553fb712-8a1d-4260-9628-998522419f0bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/automation-why-we-need-to-use-our-heads/Automation has been a major talking point in shipping over the last few years, with designers dreaming of cost-effective crewless vessels transporting cargo across the oceans, and seafarers wondering if they should train in remote control operation in order to keep their jobs.Tue, 15 Jun 2021 10:18:44 Z2021-07-14T10:14:14Zee49802b-ef41-472a-bfa0-7f2290291877https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/social-media-may-damage-mental-wellbeing-at-sea/Too much social media activity while at sea may damage your mental wellbeing, a new research report has concluded.Tue, 15 Jun 2021 09:49:42 Z2021-06-15T10:22:14Zbc7b0d92-e863-4965-827c-eafa0c96b782https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-nautilus-welfare-fund-caseworker-service-by-mick-howarth-welfare-services-manager/Maritime Charity Column: Nautilus Caseworker Service goes from strength to strength – Mick Howarth welfare services manager Nautilus Welfare FundMon, 14 Jun 2021 14:15:53 Z2021-09-06T14:41:52Z4234901a-b380-458c-afc2-94ab8f504a4ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/sails-of-the-century/New ways of using wind propulsion have been explored for some years as a way of cutting fossil fuel use, and we could now be on the brink of widespread take-up of this technology.Mon, 14 Jun 2021 10:35:20 Z2021-06-21T11:00:34Z1a99eaf5-c05a-4549-a3ee-d3caeb751e4ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mlc-breach-to-be-raised-with-the-ilo-after-flag-of-convenience-rides-roughshod-over-seafarers-rights-to-internet-access/Nautilus International has asked the ITF to formally raise a breach of the Maritime Labour Convention with the ILO after the crew of a flag-of-convenience vessel were left without the broadband access necessary to contact their families.Mon, 14 Jun 2021 08:57:44 Z2021-06-14T09:39:58Za614afc2-1a2f-49c4-a3ae-3eb4cc06fc2fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/iswan-launches-vaccination-drive-for-indian-seafarers/The International Seafarers' Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) has launched a vaccination drive for Indian seafarers in response to India's second wave of Covid-19.Fri, 11 Jun 2021 10:50:50 Z2021-06-11T11:34:49Zcfd6e682-8599-4ae9-bcf5-98c16c66dc63https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/how-yacht-crew-can-stop-a-cyber-threat/Cyber crime now costs billions of dollars every year, even putting lives at risk, and yacht crew are an attractive target for these increasingly sophisticated criminals due the nature of their work. Rob Coston speaks to the experts to find out how seafarers can protect themselvesFri, 11 Jun 2021 10:00:37 Z2021-07-09T16:02:21Z65f1fc1f-d958-414c-8773-ece7cbf6cec6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seafarer-kidnappings-global-action-needed-in-the-gulf-of-guinea/The Gulf of Guinea has become the new hotspot for piracy, with the International Maritime Bureau (IMB) reporting 130 cases of kidnapping in 2020 – over 95% of all crew members kidnapped worldwide. Saffiyah Khalique reportsWed, 09 Jun 2021 15:43:02 Z2021-11-01T15:32:59Zbf89eed4-cadf-43de-a8c2-1f04bb1b6403https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/merchant-navy-welfare-board/For over 70 years the hard-working trustees and staff of the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (‘The Board’), has quietly and efficiently helped the UK maritime charity sector support the welfare of serving and retired seafarers, fishers and their families.Wed, 09 Jun 2021 11:09:41 Z2021-06-14T08:29:51Z37b63500-d28b-420d-a9fb-0ef52f6965eehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-to-question-property-purchase-surcharge-affecting-non-residents/Nautilus has expressed concern over whether new property tax stipulations could affect seafarers who qualify for the Seafarers Earnings Deduction (SED).Tue, 08 Jun 2021 16:20:33 Z2021-06-08T16:31:02Zd14aaefe-d62a-47fb-b892-5f733edede74https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sea-cadets-benefit-from-rowing-challenge/Two UK students have raised over £2,000 for the Sea Cadets' 'On the Water' programme by rowing 155km through 35 locks along the Thames river.Tue, 08 Jun 2021 15:43:50 Z2021-06-09T09:52:15Z5fd9b2fa-5a99-4073-911b-948eff1ae80chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/environmentally-friendly-yacht-charter-tips-on-world-oceans-day/A helpful guide on 'how to have an environmentally friendly charter' was published by Nautilus strategic yacht partner West Nautical on World Oceans Day.Tue, 08 Jun 2021 15:21:00 Z2021-06-08T15:38:17Z432bfec9-936d-4c8d-858d-079053d701fdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-condemns-poverty-wages-in-job-ad-minimum-wage-breaches/Nautilus International is continuing to take a firm line against poverty wages as more potentially unlawful online job adverts were brought to the Union's attention.Tue, 08 Jun 2021 14:58:57 Z2021-06-08T15:17:04Z83c160cf-3cd0-4002-97ec-8ec6c3ca2f98https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/intersectionality-in-pride/Cecilia Harvey, chair of Maritime UK’s Ethnicity in Maritime network, shares her thoughts on intersectionality in Pride Month.Tue, 08 Jun 2021 14:18:15 Z2021-06-16T09:14:25Z732624d4-d295-41e2-a795-f13c269349ebhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-urges-members-to-download-fair-treatment-app-following-release-of-detained-captain/Nautilus is reminding members to download the Union’s Fair Treatment app following the final release of Captain Gennadiy Gavrylov, who was detained in Sri Lanka for six years.Tue, 08 Jun 2021 13:56:36 Z2021-06-16T14:32:26Z7caf5a7f-d81e-4c0a-9d0a-a2f27faf1751https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-welcomes-vindication-of-iom-steam-packet-crew-in-coronavirus-outbreak/Nautilus International has welcomed an official report into the so-called 'cluster of coronavirus' at the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company, which exonerated crew from deliberately flouting pandemic recommendations.Tue, 08 Jun 2021 10:50:37 Z2024-01-24T15:31:51Z66865590-2ec5-44b1-846d-872f5dab57e3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-inspectors-recover-$45000000-in-unpaid-wages/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) has announced that its inspectors have recovered nearly USD $45,000,000 in unpaid wages for crew over the past year.Mon, 07 Jun 2021 15:59:49 Z2021-06-09T10:40:59Z58d84d7e-6491-46a8-924f-21c560fa90bbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-report-into-cargo-vessel-grounding-puts-safeguarding-on-ecdis-and-voyage-planning-in-the-spotlight/The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has advised ship managers Misje Rederi AS to review the number of watchkeepers on its vessels in a report into the grounding of the general cargo vessel Kaami on the west coast of Scotland.Mon, 07 Jun 2021 15:34:46 Z2021-09-02T10:00:59Z346287e9-8563-4410-b4a4-a304a8116a46https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/supporting-the-wellbeing-of-women-in-shipping/As a minority in the maritime industry women are faced with challenges from education to recruitment and employment, all of which can impact their mental health and wellbeing.Mon, 07 Jun 2021 11:23:32 Z2021-06-08T16:07:13Z75497c34-06a8-47e2-a24c-5802cddb51f8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/etf-backs-european-labour-authority-to-enforce-social-protections-for-seafarers/The European Labour Authority has so far kept its promises, writes Estelle Brentnall, head of maritime, European Transport Workers' FederationMon, 07 Jun 2021 11:00:59 Z2021-06-07T11:13:13Z225bac1f-3e75-4abd-a2ee-c9754524de83https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/industrial-dispute-could-destabilise-po-ferries-at-critical-time/P&O Ferries is facing a potential industrial dispute over the planned use of agency staff to circumvent long standing arrangements in place since the late 1980'’s on the Dover-Calais route; at a time when stability and partnership is critical to its future success, Nautilus International has warned.Fri, 04 Jun 2021 12:17:46 Z2021-06-04T14:28:12Z5957066a-f1b2-4af4-a1c9-4fbe1a6b522ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wales-mirrors-england-cruise-crew-travel-restrictions/Wales has introduced travel restrictions for cruise ship workers that requires isolation in managed quarantine following travel from/through 'red list' countries in the previous 10 days.Wed, 02 Jun 2021 12:23:30 Z2021-06-02T12:37:37Z3950f945-c200-49a1-8850-925939cda4afhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/etf-calls-for-immediate-waiver-of-patents-on-covid-19-vaccines/The European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) has called for the immediate waiver of patents on Covid-19 vaccines as the virus continues to devastate countries around the world.Wed, 02 Jun 2021 12:07:10 Z2021-06-02T12:15:39Z781b13f6-ece0-4df1-80b8-92b9f64ac3f6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mariners-park-residents-ace-golf-match/The third hole on the Nautilus Mariners' Park short golf course for residents is innocuous, yet it recently helped some residents ace their return to live events.Wed, 02 Jun 2021 09:18:46 Z2021-06-04T14:30:04Z9e1dfd50-ff06-487a-8d95-728303d4814chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/end-of-an-era-as-nautilus-colleague-retires-after-nearly-five-decades-in-post/Nautilus International bid a fond farewell to membership finance supervisor Josephine Jaw, who retired on 28 May 2021 after an astonishing 48 years with the Union.Wed, 02 Jun 2021 08:52:58 Z2021-10-14T10:00:37Zcd2d9166-09e2-480e-9253-d3ddc5891236https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-face-new-french-travel-restrictions/Seafarers travelling from the UK to France will have to abide by new travel restrictions brought in by the French government to combat the spread of the Indian variant of Covid-19.Tue, 01 Jun 2021 15:36:22 Z2021-06-01T15:40:45Zcf1c1efe-56b7-442e-8408-03abd6d69313https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/keep-your-vaccination-documents-safe-union-advises/Nautilus International is advising seafarers to hold onto documents that prove they have been vaccinated against Covid-19, after being made aware of a case in which a member was given his first vaccination in the UK and the second vaccine in France.Tue, 01 Jun 2021 15:35:46 Z2021-06-01T15:45:20Zd46b0497-2e17-404a-b986-7830cf995e8ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-supports-pla-river-pride-event/The Port of London Authority (PLA) organised an event to celebrate the start of Pride month alongside several other organisations including the RNLI, Thames Skills Academy and Transport for London.Tue, 01 Jun 2021 15:25:40 Z2021-06-01T21:10:48Zb3ece470-b4bc-4cb9-8511-b6c65bd17a2fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-marks-june-2021-pride-month-with-member-events-and-lgbt-support-survey/Nautilus International is inviting members and maritime professionals to celebrate Pride Month, which takes place every June around the anniversary of the Stonewall Riots in the USA.Tue, 01 Jun 2021 07:45:00 Z2021-11-03T12:26:07Zbcc1579b-67a8-4b43-981e-c06fb59ea0dchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-consults-members-with-po-ferries-on-industrial-action/Nautilus is consulting members working at P&O Ferries on possible action in defence of safety, as the company continues with its plan to reintroduce the Pride of Burgundy on the short sea route but entirely crewed with agency staff.Fri, 28 May 2021 16:03:14 Z2021-05-28T16:09:49Z78cbed20-5464-44a7-b501-eb7844375557https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uksa-launches-new-workboat-apprenticeship-programme/The United Kingdom Sailing Academy (UKSA) announces a new apprenticeship in partnership with Williams Shipping.Fri, 28 May 2021 10:25:48 Z2021-07-15T10:09:50Z867b1adb-1d01-4639-9a3f-16ee2cdb992fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-figurehead-to-be-installed-on-cutty-sark/A new figurehead has been carved for the famous tea clipper ship Cutty Sark.Fri, 28 May 2021 10:10:32 Z2021-05-28T13:54:16Zda0d411c-a5a5-40b0-b838-21aa03c0ad5chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sailors-society-provides-covid-care-kits-for-indian-seafarers/Thousands of Indian seafarers and their families will receive a Covid-19 medical kit and access to a paramedic-led helpline, thanks to international maritime charity Sailors’ Society and a grant of nearly £160,000 from the Seafarers' International Relief Fund.Thu, 27 May 2021 14:11:37 Z2021-06-11T12:39:01Z275811e8-bfd0-4d56-a520-d6d06d393c72https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/oxygen-concentrators-sent-to-india-to-save-seafarers-lives/Two new emergency projects are being funded by the ITF Seafarers' Trust and delivered through Indian seafarers' unions in response to the country's severe second wave of Covid-19.Thu, 27 May 2021 13:42:40 Z2021-05-27T13:48:36Zf1882cb0-1810-4d74-b572-a5547bb4aff6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/indian-covid-19-outbreak-threatens-to-worsen-crew-change-crisis/Concerns are growing in the maritime industry that the health crisis in India may lead to a doubling of the number of seafarers unable to get home due to governments' Covid-related border and travel restrictions.Wed, 26 May 2021 15:46:41 Z2021-05-27T13:53:16Z37960313-8c4c-480a-9817-bc7df0775f06https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/philippines-to-vaccinate-730600-seafarers-in-priority-jab-programme/The Philippines has launched a vaccine programme that prioritises Filipino seafarers scheduled for deployment within 90 days from 1 July 2021.Wed, 26 May 2021 15:02:49 Z2021-05-26T15:22:34Zee1929e9-d7e1-482a-b7bb-6fc5f430015bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-charity-stella-maris-joins-call-to-end-piracy-threat-in-gulf-of-guinea/Global maritime charity Stella Maris has signed up to a maritime industry Gulf of Guinea Declaration on the Suppression of Piracy, following the release of a joint statement by nearly 100 carriers, organisations and flag states.Wed, 26 May 2021 15:02:49 Z2021-05-26T16:35:40Zaf9d800e-22d8-400e-ad62-af21510d8bcahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-commits-to-balanced-panels-at-conferences-and-events/Nautilus International has committed to ensuring that its events are inclusive and have diverse panels by signing the Maritime Conference and Events Panel Pledge.Wed, 26 May 2021 14:47:39 Z2021-05-26T15:20:09Za425fccd-c564-4f03-8090-4ea8a9cc5db1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-issues-workboat-safety-recommendations-after-fatal-crush-investigation/New workboat safety recommendations have been issued by the Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) following its investigation into a fatal crush incident at a fish farm in Scotland.Wed, 26 May 2021 13:50:20 Z2021-05-26T13:58:49Z12945c95-8811-45fe-990a-1dccecb3c557https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/china-to-roll-out-single-dose-jabs-at-11-ports/Chinese seafarers will be offered one-shot Covid-19 vaccines at 11 major ports across China.Wed, 26 May 2021 13:10:15 Z2021-05-26T13:48:29Z25d093c4-3fd9-4c31-8b89-d8b5d87220bahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipowners-urged-to-use-bespoke-seafarers-mental-health-and-wellbeing-standard/Shipping companies have been urged by maritime charities to make sure that any training they offer on mental health and wellbeing awareness meets the standards set out in a bespoke good practice guide.Wed, 26 May 2021 09:26:19 Z2021-05-26T09:37:52Z08bfb2a6-6e69-4914-a869-b3e31c68ee7fhttps://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/mcg-shares-learning-about-seafarer-mental-health-and-wellbeing-training-with-imarest-conference-delegates/MCG shares learning about seafarer mental health and wellbeing training with IMarEST conference delegatesWed, 26 May 2021 08:36:53 Z2021-05-26T08:40:42Zb72d3351-8733-4159-9543-7dae37af0362https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/scotland-withdraws-cruise-quarantine-exemptions/Scotland has withdrawn quarantine exemptions for cruise crew, stating seafarers must comply with its Coronavirus international travel and managed isolation guidance.Tue, 25 May 2021 12:04:55 Z2021-05-26T08:10:28Z2296c012-e5a4-4d88-8356-2923e3cf3da5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/simulation-investment-aids-queenslands-superyacht-industry/Queensland is investing in superyacht simulation technology to ensure the safety of crew and passengers on large vessels on their way to what is expected to become the Gold Coast's largest superyacht berthing facility.Tue, 25 May 2021 08:18:32 Z2021-05-28T10:58:53Z49966f44-5b13-47ab-b2d9-92dcfbdd7e84https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/south-shields-marine-school-to-help-kenya-build-its-first-specialist-fire-fighting-training-centre/Staff at South Shields Marine School (SMSS) are providing their technical expertise to help Kenya's navy build its first specialist fire-fighting training centre.Mon, 24 May 2021 13:44:30 Z2021-05-25T08:35:52Z8984e68a-3f8a-4786-84f9-75992895c2e0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-recognises-mnwb-as-the-uks-national-seafarers-welfare-board/The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) and the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) have signed a formal agreement to coordinate their approach to the provision of welfare for seafarers and fishers.Mon, 24 May 2021 12:34:45 Z2021-07-30T11:47:37Z022631f3-386a-4fb6-bdc0-b4616cbc0683https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-asks-for-feedback-on-yacht-crew-accommodation/The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) is conducting a review on substantially equivalent crew accommodation on large yachts.Mon, 24 May 2021 10:52:30 Z2021-05-24T11:30:31Zc04fd4ff-aa81-43f8-9d46-4c80949ee36ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/aspiring-future-maritime-leaders-encouraged-to-share-their-vision-with-essay-competition/Nautilus members who aspire to being decision-makers and opinion-shapers still have time to make their voices heard in this year's Future Maritime Leaders essay competition.Fri, 21 May 2021 15:33:47 Z2021-05-21T16:00:07Zdfc8e026-462c-4eac-9a1c-5520f047ec61https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/scandinavian-star-case-reopened/Danish unions have welcomed the reopening of an official investigation into the arson on board the Scandinavian Star ferry that claimed the lives of 159 people in 1990.Fri, 21 May 2021 10:45:18 Z2021-05-24T14:13:03Ze852fa04-3b97-441e-9e91-85d1d9a43a15https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/union-calls-for-post-covid-justice/Build Back Fairer is a new Nautilus campaign which sets out a blueprint for a progressive and sustainable recovery from the pandemic, where seafarers are not left behind. Ben Powell reportsFri, 21 May 2021 10:35:10 Z2021-07-22T13:37:42Z8401f268-dfaf-454b-a06c-e8c34a6ddaeehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-government-must-support-ilo-resolutions-on-seafarer-vaccination-say-nautilus-and-uk-chamber-of-shipping/Nautilus International and the UK Chamber of Shipping (UKCS) have written a joint letter to Maritime Minister Robert Courts MP, asking that the UK follow the recommendations of the ILO Special Tripartite Committee (STC) on vaccinations for seafarers.Thu, 20 May 2021 15:45:42 Z2021-05-20T15:54:13Z6085fabf-aa91-4deb-95c4-6b062e885283https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fatigue-another-inconvenient-truth/Seafarers' groups slam attack by shipowners on WMU research revealing systemic failures of reporting hours of work and rest. HELEN KELLY reportsThu, 20 May 2021 15:26:46 Z2021-06-14T10:59:06Zb06ce3fa-c8e9-4c78-8e0f-2af4eb4f07c3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-crew-academy-bearing-a-course-to-shake-up-standards-in-superyacht-leadership-training/Andrew Roch, founder of the Crew Academy, has set himself the aim of 'shaking up the industry'.Wed, 19 May 2021 16:48:24 Z2021-10-29T17:06:51Z0345df9c-2d32-44f1-98cb-63ffe1e747c3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/historic-new-appointments-for-maritime-women-in-the-falkland-islands/Two women maritime professionals have made history in the Falkland Islands as its Maritime Authority implements a new structure.Wed, 19 May 2021 14:57:01 Z2021-05-19T15:26:05Z0b8db044-db18-4312-911b-c63f75156e32https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-withdraws-red-list-quarantine-exemptions-for-cruise/The UK will withdraw red list quarantine exemptions for cruise industry crew from 04:00 hrs on 19 May 2021.Tue, 18 May 2021 17:24:29 Z2021-05-26T16:46:57Za5dc91aa-ae8b-44d1-bf81-41bf05048dadhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/industry-comes-together-to-tackle-piracy-in-the-gulf-of-guinea/Almost 100 carriers, organisations and flag states have come together to release a joint declaration to reduce the number of piracy attacks in the Gulf of Guinea.Tue, 18 May 2021 13:15:47 Z2021-05-26T16:35:02Z193991d4-c922-4c23-8707-4ad294597fb8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/french-yachting-association-launches-protest-campaign-against-mooring-regulations/SOS Navigation, a French yachting association, is beginning a sustained campaign against new mooring regulations. against new mooring regulations.Tue, 18 May 2021 10:54:56 Z2021-07-27T14:57:14Zb2423799-acd8-416d-8d83-50ec5cf3ef3bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/building-back-fairer/Covid-19 has exposed systemic failures in the protection of seafarers' rights. It is time to create a fairer future for all, Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson saysTue, 18 May 2021 08:30:00 Z2021-06-14T10:57:28Zbee09a5a-981b-4c76-88cd-3cef984d70fahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/rivercruise-after-the-corona-crisis/Holger Schatz of Nautilus International's Switzerland branch says that Covid-19 cannot be allowed to slow the upgrading of working conditionsMon, 17 May 2021 11:24:22 Z2023-06-29T13:52:10Ze870ce55-61a4-4986-90d5-991fefd82db3https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/maritime-charities-extend-funding-for-retraining-until-end-of-year/Maritime charities extend funding for retraining until end of yearFri, 14 May 2021 15:30:00 Z2021-05-17T15:33:15Z9e1f03c5-3b5c-4d7f-a93c-45bb1e0dfbebhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-charities-extend-pandemic-funding-for-seafarer-retraining/A maritime redundancy and retraining bursary fund aimed at helping UK-based seafarers who have lost their jobs due to the Covid-19 pandemic has now been extended until the end of 2021.Fri, 14 May 2021 14:04:10 Z2021-08-10T11:41:39Z5d97f9af-1842-4ed9-85a1-3231bf9062dbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/namma-shares-covid-vaccine-availability-at-us-ports/Seafarers who are not citizens of the United States can now find where to get a Covid-19 vaccine while in a US port thanks to a list compiled by the North American Maritime Ministry Association (NAMMA)Fri, 14 May 2021 13:42:33 Z2021-05-14T14:49:20Zd07a2ad5-470c-478c-9a0f-057c064c9556https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/the-princess-royal-opens-new-world-class-maritime-hub-in-portsmouth/Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal performed the official opening of the National Maritime Systems Centre (NMSC) on Monday 10 May.Thu, 13 May 2021 13:53:26 Z2021-05-13T13:59:49Z8c6515cd-4689-46b1-b406-7ce4e4b63217https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/mlc-tripartite-committee-seeks-support-for-seafarers-during-covid/The Fourth Meeting of the Special Tripartite Committee of the Maritime Labour Convention took place virtually from 19-23 April 2021.Thu, 13 May 2021 09:55:17 Z2021-05-13T20:53:29Zac9202f2-33f0-401b-8a1a-9fa2b7ed71a3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/could-a-global-minimum-tax-be-a-game-changer-for-the-way-eu-shipping-is-governed/An OECD proposal for a global minimum tax would ensure that public investments made by society to promote an industry, also provide returns in form of job creation, adequate training, and decent working conditions, writes Estelle BrentnallWed, 12 May 2021 15:54:11 Z2021-06-04T09:15:36Z8a982087-281e-4baf-a386-24fb06ff9217https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/build-back-fairer/Maritime has enjoyed mixed fortunes in the pandemic; on the one hand, there has been the shutdown of cruise and the crew change crisis; on the other, record container carrier profits. What does the UK government's commitment to 'build back better' mean in this context?Wed, 12 May 2021 15:53:57 Z2021-05-13T10:31:53Z2fabd019-c3b5-49f1-92f5-833918554979https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-for-po-ferries-to-honour-the-agreed-cba/Nautilus International has informed management at P&O Ferries that it will defend members' terms and conditions of employment and will not compromise on safety, after the company announced its intention to reintroduce a fifth ship on the Dover-Calais route crewed entirely with agency staff.Wed, 12 May 2021 14:49:47 Z2021-05-12T15:20:05Z0f58f798-8e96-4ec3-b4b0-099e054ee4f3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/netherlands-to-launch-tailor-made-vax-plan-for-seafarers/Nautilus has welcomed a move by the Netherlands to prioritise seafarers for Covid-19 vaccination.Wed, 12 May 2021 14:41:34 Z2021-05-13T14:07:08Z3c8a6c17-e3f6-4f64-bd38-4a383aac5ab9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-calls-for-governments-to-prioritise-seafarer-vaccinations/The International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) have released a joint statement with several international organisations urging all UN member states to prioritise seafarers and aircrew in their national Covid-19 vaccination programmes.Wed, 12 May 2021 10:44:53 Z2021-05-12T13:41:53Z80c6a1d7-3368-4070-bbeb-15858084b78chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-asks-for-feedback-on-online-oral-exam-system/The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has released a survey to gain feedback from all students that took the MCA Online Oral Exams in June 2020.Tue, 11 May 2021 17:52:11 Z2021-05-12T12:43:06Ze5328ec8-4c90-404d-83d1-74cbe38a7fe3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/french-seafarers-receive-priority-access-to-covid-19-jabs/The French government has announced that French seafarers will receive priority access to Covid-19 jabs at national vaccination centres.Tue, 11 May 2021 15:39:11 Z2021-05-11T15:51:22Z22197d73-6a63-4023-a085-8bf6b7cb0ab8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-national-royal-yacht-to-be-named-after-the-duke-of-edinburgh/Prime Minister Boris Johnson is expected to announce a new national flagship to be named after Prince Philip. It will be the first official government commemoration of the prince, who died on 9 April.Tue, 11 May 2021 15:14:09 Z2021-05-11T15:21:59Z50d93990-3382-426f-acbc-a5d3c0368e65https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-mull-move-to-seven-day-shift-changes-at-uber-boat-by-thames-clippers/Nautilus industrial officials are supporting members working for UBER Boat by Thames Clippers (UBTC) following an unexpected request by the employer to change to a seven-day shift pattern.Tue, 11 May 2021 14:01:04 Z2021-05-11T14:11:56Z2a023896-5ee0-44ed-9690-e852b35f0369https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dunkirk-little-ship-destroyed-by-fire-a-devastating-loss/A Dunkirk evacuation ship, The Lady Gay, has been destroyed in a fire on the River Thames. It was one of three Dunkirk Little Ships stored at the London boatyard where the fire broke out.Tue, 11 May 2021 13:22:52 Z2021-05-11T16:20:07Z41772ec1-2d99-4236-8447-dbfd941ade6bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/state-owned-qatari-shipping-firm-to-prioritise-seafarer-vaccination/Qatari state-owned shipping company Nakilat has launched a vaccination programme in Ras Laffan for seafarers employed across its fleet of owned and chartered liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers.Tue, 11 May 2021 12:54:36 Z2021-05-11T13:23:50Z89260b9f-8731-4d73-a17c-4ca9b114f75bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ibiza-joysail-announce-new-superyacht-regatta-for-june-2021/STP Shipyard Palma and Marina Ibiza have announced the first regatta for superyachts to include a 70-mile race between the islands of Mallorca and Ibiza. It is also the first of its kind to be organised between Ibiza and Formentera.Tue, 11 May 2021 12:42:48 Z2021-05-11T13:02:32Zc49473d7-b0e2-40f2-b3a0-e0bf71e1dd8ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sing-along-marks-post-pandemic-solidarity-on-ve-day-at-nautilus-mariners-park/Nautilus Mariners' Park Care Home residents held a special commemoration for VE Day 2021 in honour of Merchant Navy Veterans, during easing pandemic restrictions.Tue, 11 May 2021 10:07:46 Z2021-05-11T13:01:04Za17f51b4-f3ab-4948-aa96-1efea812fd7fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-hospital-society-announce-study-of-maritime-worker-health-initiatives/The Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS) has announced a landmark study into the effectiveness of initiatives taken by shipping companies, charities and the wider maritime sector to keep seafarers healthy and safe.Tue, 11 May 2021 08:45:45 Z2021-05-11T13:46:59Z3d6a309a-f2f0-48b2-9c81-60a10be04787https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-vikki-muir-grants-manager-trinity-house/As part of the Maritime Charities Group, Trinity House was pleased to support the Covid-19 Redundancy and Retraining Bursary alongside the Merchant Navy Welfare Board, Nautilus Slater Fund and the Marine Society.Sun, 09 May 2021 10:00:00 Z2021-09-06T14:40:49Z839bbbed-26d9-4f69-949f-dfd185fd0f82https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/calls-grow-for-un-investigation-of-seafarer-rights-violations-during-covid/Seafarers' representatives and shipowners have asked the United Nations to establish an interagency task force to examine the implementation and practical application of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC) during the Covid-19 pandemic.Fri, 07 May 2021 15:24:12 Z2021-05-07T15:27:45Zfe406cdc-8e74-4bdc-8d68-c9179801dc8ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/etf-demands-equal-social-security-protections-for-seafarers/The European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) has called on governments to ensure seafarers receive the same social security protection as workers on shore.Fri, 07 May 2021 14:25:54 Z2021-05-07T14:34:00Z67ccac5c-471d-4708-995c-f7fb7255bdd2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fleet-safety-trainer-steve-may-came-late-to-trade-unionism-but-is-now-one-of-nautiluss-biggest-advocates/Former submariner Steve May is a fleet safety trainer for Carnival UK (P&O and Cunard). He serves as a Nautilus lay representative on his company's Partnership at Work committeeFri, 07 May 2021 13:35:08 Z2025-07-30T09:30:37Z8ca78b68-331b-49f5-aaa8-87f8440cc105https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-condemn-state-violence-against-colombian-protestors/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson has signed a joint letter from British and Republic of Ireland unions that condemns state violence against striking workers in Colombia.Fri, 07 May 2021 12:24:11 Z2021-05-07T13:10:20Zd15165e0-65eb-4978-95b1-a0e8f5d825b2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-achieves-silver-investors-in-people-accreditation/Nautilus International has received a Silver Investors in People (IIP) accreditation as an employer, improving on its previous Bronze award in 2017.Fri, 07 May 2021 12:01:03 Z2021-05-07T12:12:43Z8d1abf8d-3285-4c6f-8e5a-4e5851698d23https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/un-launches-due-diligence-tool-for-companies-to-protect-seafarers-rights/The Human Rights Due Diligence Tool, a checklist to protect seafarers stranded on ships due to new Covid-19 variants and government-imposed travel restrictions, has been launched to aid businesses engaged with the maritime industry.Thu, 06 May 2021 16:00:51 Z2021-05-10T17:41:30Z9d39a86d-9940-4960-b30a-6a4cf78de5f9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/veterans-of-arctic-convoys-to-be-honoured-in-museums-9-may-web-broadcast/Having had to postpone its VE Day 75th anniversary event at Loch Ewe twice due to the Covid -19 pandemic, the Russian Arctic Convoys Museum has put together a special web broadcast to honour veterans in May 2021.Thu, 06 May 2021 15:56:06 Z2021-05-06T16:18:23Z0bfc0341-3248-4a37-a10e-caa12449aa9ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nominations-reminder-2021-merchant-navy-medal-closes-31-may/A reminder that nominations for the 2021 Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service close 31 May 2021.Thu, 06 May 2021 12:13:00 Z2021-05-06T13:39:56Z2617807b-c709-4dde-99bd-d5ac9801583chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-statement-on-the-failure-of-social-dialogue/Nautilus Federation affiliates have published a joint statement, supporting the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) in unilaterally imposing a new minimum monthly basic wage rate for seafarers.Thu, 06 May 2021 11:03:11 Z2021-05-06T11:12:12Z25e1d182-9eb6-4dda-9ff8-4389ab5f86b4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/diversity-in-maritime-programme-celebrates-first-anniversary-achievements/Nautilus has urged more maritime organisations to commit to a diverse workforce during a virtual event commemorating the first anniversary of the Maritime UK Diversity in Maritime Programme.Wed, 05 May 2021 15:01:00 Z2021-05-05T15:20:29Z3ddefed2-f226-476f-ba4c-aa1aec940f71https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/your-union-representative-at-the-rfa/On 31 March Marc Williams took his place as the new Nautilus liaison officer at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA), following the retirement of David Gatenby. He talks to Rob Coston about why he decided to run for the office, and his plans while in the role.Wed, 05 May 2021 14:06:51 Z2021-05-05T14:46:22Zac4b1200-bbb5-4e04-aabc-a604c3d1cc48https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/french-yacht-association-protests-new-mooring-regulations/SOS Navigation, a French yachting association, has held a protest against mooring restrictions for yachts over 20m and 24m in protected areas.Wed, 05 May 2021 11:36:26 Z2021-05-12T14:58:24Z049e530f-9b48-454a-975a-f93d07f0222ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/unions-fight-for-norways-stad-tunnel-project/Andrew Draper reports on a campaign by Norwegian unions, which has successfully pressured the government into providing critical infrastructure to prevent disasters at seaWed, 05 May 2021 11:03:51 Z2021-05-11T15:34:35Z55e3e70f-ac9d-4f0f-ba0d-34907a030ccfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/arrest-of-union-activists-in-panama/The Nautilus Federation has been made aware of violent scenes during a protest attended by one of its affiliate unions, La Unión de Capitanes y Oficiales de Cubierta (UCOC), on 29 April 2021.Tue, 04 May 2021 15:17:41 Z2021-05-05T08:24:50Zaea5925f-1450-46f2-8232-df8529a04853https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mark-dickinson-re-elected-as-general-secretary-of-nautilus-international/Mark Dickinson has been re-elected as Nautilus general secretary to serve a five year term of office to 2026.Tue, 04 May 2021 10:18:09 Z2021-05-04T12:33:26Zde44e631-afd7-4e23-86c7-a3bc88754149https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sea-cadets-in-birkenhead-build-interactive-ship-simulator/A group of young people and volunteers in based in Wirral, Merseyside converted a disused office space into an interactive ship simulator during lockdown.Tue, 04 May 2021 09:14:53 Z2021-05-04T12:33:26Z89a93d05-4a32-40bc-a97f-523e4d5a8238https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dutch-safety-board-issues-safe-manning-warning-after-fatal-accident/Officially-approved safe manning levels for ships must properly reflect the reality of operations and ensure that regulated rest hours for crew members are guaranteed, the Dutch Safety Board has warned.Fri, 30 Apr 2021 13:35:06 Z2021-05-06T11:00:10Z2af96dce-4936-4f53-a931-245023c027achttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-national-transportation-safety-board-ntsb-calls-for-measures-to-reduce-confined-channel-risk/The US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has called for new measures to reduce the risks of operating large ships in confined channels – highlighted by the Ever Given containership's grounding in the Suez Canal.Fri, 30 Apr 2021 12:56:55 Z2021-05-04T08:08:46Z87c5e769-8f8c-4c20-9ef8-c33d4f81e01chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/target-health-and-safety-measures-by-rank-bmj-advises/The shipping industry needs to adopt targeted health and safety strategies to combat rank-specific accidents and medical conditions, a new report has warned.Fri, 30 Apr 2021 12:16:43 Z2021-05-04T08:06:17Z6c18fd1f-66e6-4ba4-baa5-9b82577be346https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sacrifices-in-pandemic-worthwhile-as-uksa-cadets-graduate/Nautilus strategic yacht partner UKSA has hosted a virtual graduation for 30 students on its flagship Cadetship course – the first course to graduate since the third Covid-19 lockdown.Fri, 30 Apr 2021 09:30:00 Z2021-11-03T10:32:49Z4e12e762-b5a5-42d9-a03a-130b16817c29https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mariners-park-residents-sail-through-day-of-the-seafarer-recording/Retired seafarers and staff at Nautilus Mariners' Park have sailed through a successful recording of the Rod Stewart classic hit 'Sailing' ahead of the International Day of the Seafarer.Thu, 29 Apr 2021 13:16:00 Z2021-06-04T14:21:19Z3b262262-0168-419a-8866-f0b65a8b30e2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/outrage-and-memes-as-seafarers-react-to-ilo-minimum-wage-talks/The failure of shipowners to approve a cost-of-living pay uplift for the world’s lowest-paid seafarers has drawn an angry response from the maritime world on social media.Thu, 29 Apr 2021 10:04:00 Z2021-05-17T10:31:43Z934c11fd-8105-4d33-88ff-61066f42b457https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/results-declared-for-2021-nautilus-council-election/Following the close of voting on 21 April 2021, the results of the Nautilus International Council elections have been declared by the scrutineer Civica Election Services (CES).Thu, 29 Apr 2021 09:20:00 Z2021-06-01T21:18:01Ze4002f34-c22e-44c6-b953-6aa1b6b7fc0ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/itf-repatriates-seafarers-abandoned-in-the-persian-gulf/Five seafarers have been freed after spending a year trapped aboard when their employer went bust. Andrew Draper reports that this situation is not uncommon in the regionWed, 28 Apr 2021 12:53:13 Z2021-04-28T13:30:56Z17f85ca8-592f-4c42-9b93-0c2f56b7513ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/national-union-of-seafarers-of-india-urge-all-indian-crew-members-to-register-for-vaccinations/A circular released by the National Union of Seafarers of India (NUSI) general secretary Abdulgani Y. Serang urges all Indian seafarers to register for vaccinations.Wed, 28 Apr 2021 12:09:39 Z2021-04-28T12:21:46Zcf2f15cd-7f4e-4076-887d-81b04f2ea31fhttps://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/blog-articles/consolidating-reviewing-and-looking-ahead/Consolidating, reviewing and looking aheadWed, 28 Apr 2021 12:09:00 Z2021-05-20T22:00:34Zed732767-265e-461d-8bdc-bdb7e380abe5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipowners-pay-cut-demands-are-a-slap-in-the-face-for-seafarers/Nautilus International has condemned the refusal of shipowners to approve a standard pay uplift for seafarers as 'disgraceful'.Wed, 28 Apr 2021 11:27:40 Z2021-05-17T10:36:31Ze1da4ff3-1eb3-4a34-b06e-af2022e8b6a0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-members-speak-up-for-mental-health-awareness-week/As part of the Union’s Fair Workplaces campaign, Nautilus Champions speak up about how they take care of their own mental health at work ahead of the 2021 Mental Health Awareness week.Wed, 28 Apr 2021 09:10:56 Z2021-05-07T09:08:15Z6ad3fdd1-551c-474a-8be0-0616474fd48fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/netherlands-mental-health/Prior to the pandemic, Nautilus NL teamed up with Toon Van de Sande of Spiritension, a maritime safety and security consultancy based in Dordrecht which focuses on humanitarian issues.Tue, 27 Apr 2021 15:02:14 Z2021-05-07T09:13:01Z1e027eb0-188a-41f8-a6bc-a37f45548287https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/practical-policies-for-mental-health-at-sea/Practical policies for mental health at seaTue, 27 Apr 2021 13:59:50 Z2021-04-27T15:17:41Z5dab5c65-8f6b-4b3d-bef9-cde3d41bf3a2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-council-member-appears-in-bbc-series-highlighting-the-hidden-heroes-in-the-jobs-that-never-stop/Nautilus Council member Fraser Matthew has shared the reality of life at sea with viewers of a new BBC series.Tue, 27 Apr 2021 13:28:30 Z2021-04-28T12:57:30Z80280fb0-888c-4664-ba02-3353ec5f1864https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/latest-seafarer-happiness-index-report-reveals-onboard-connectivity-is-critical-for-crew-welfare-amid-concerns-over-working-hours-and-vaccine-accessibility/Mission to Seafarers has released the latest Seafarers Happiness Index report for the first quarter of 2021, revealing a mixed picture of seafarer welfare.Tue, 27 Apr 2021 11:23:49 Z2021-04-27T16:11:12Za8dc2105-7bd0-4038-8ae0-6c95ee1c09d1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/belgium-to-prioritise-seafarer-vaccination/The Belgian Inter-Ministerial Conference on Public Health (IMC) has agreed to prioritise Belgian seafarers for vaccination. It is believed to be the first programme of its kind in Europe.Tue, 27 Apr 2021 08:58:07 Z2021-05-12T12:59:39Zd7e0fb15-21c7-455f-ba54-aee46590ea14https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/national-minimum-wage-know-your-rights-help-your-fellow-seafarers/Sophie Whitehead from the National Minimum Wage Team at HM Revenue & Customs explains how seafarers can ensure they – and their colleagues – are receiving the pay they are entitled to under new legislationMon, 26 Apr 2021 14:38:47 Z2021-04-26T16:22:56Z874deaee-db08-4fc4-9a15-77187b174b90https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/crew-matters-why-seafarer-mental-health-must-stay-in-the-spotlight-post-pandemic/With over 17 years of experience in the maritime industry, Isle of Man Ship Registry director Cameron Mitchell emphasises the importance of prioritising seafarer mental health beyond the pandemicMon, 26 Apr 2021 14:24:54 Z2021-05-07T09:09:04Zedeada85-da79-4df1-9013-7cea21490fc2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mpa-singapore-bans-crew-change-for-those-with-a-recent-travel-history-to-india/The Maritime Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has announced that crew who have recently travelled to India will not be allowed to enter or transit through Singapore from 23 April 2021.Fri, 23 Apr 2021 12:25:15 Z2021-04-23T12:34:52Z1b2e67b2-f4a1-412a-b6f2-238796478f8fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-and-employers-step-up-joint-campaign-for-seafarer-key-worker-status/With the crew change crisis still not resolved and vaccinations inaccessible to many, it is more important than ever for seafarers to be recognised as key workers during the Covid-19 pandemic. This was the message to national governments in a 20 April joint statement from ETF and ECSA.Fri, 23 Apr 2021 12:14:17 Z2021-04-23T12:32:57Z0f8d533a-d026-4108-ada2-85354e240c2dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-strategic-organiser-guest-speaker-at-partner-new-command-course/Nautilus strategic organiser Rachel Lynch will be a guest speaker on a new six-month leadership learning course aimed at yacht masters, officers and senior designated persons ashore (DPAs).Fri, 23 Apr 2021 09:58:00 Z2021-10-29T17:07:51Z7044eb9b-e24e-4dfa-aa54-ed113e9d165ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/build-back-better-what-does-it-mean-for-maritime/Leading industry experts will debate how the maritime sector will 'build back better' after Covid-19 at a webinar hosted by Maritime UK and sponsored by Nautilus International.Wed, 21 Apr 2021 14:48:50 Z2021-04-23T13:01:11Z0aaf0c7c-be32-424e-b7ec-d0610c4d59e4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/superyacht-members-seek-nautilus-advice-on-vaccines-offered-by-yacht-owners/Increasing numbers of Nautilus members in the superyacht sector are approaching the Union for guidance after being offered Covid-19 vaccines directly from their shipowner, rather than through national health authorities.Wed, 21 Apr 2021 11:54:29 Z2021-05-06T11:52:02Z439a8fd7-c721-4dea-8637-13fd6a24a4c9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/in-good-times-and-bad/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson blog: Shipowners must remember it was the goodwill of seafarers that kept business trading during the pandemic.Wed, 21 Apr 2021 08:45:00 Z2021-05-18T08:49:12Zcdb2b9ae-5c3d-4ec6-b47a-bf0357ff800fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-officials-visit-ever-given-crew/Union officials have visited the crew of the Ever Given, the 20,000 teu containership which blocked the Suez Canal from 23 to 29 March, on behalf of the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF).Tue, 20 Apr 2021 16:01:26 Z2021-04-20T16:10:01Zee089ae5-5ac6-4e63-ae47-03e2e43992echttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/crew-covid-travel-restrictions-time-of-extremes-not-over-yet/Superyacht crew are urged to keep an eye on Covid travel restrictions which are continuing to present challenges for the upcoming albeit late-starting summer Med season.Tue, 20 Apr 2021 13:15:00 Z2021-04-21T14:38:42Zf1160bf7-9f7a-4c09-8316-3b4c3eca331bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-joins-in-tributes-for-duke-of-edinburgh/Nautilus International has joined in tributes for the Duke of Edinburgh, recognising him as a 'true mariner'.Mon, 19 Apr 2021 13:04:41 Z2021-04-19T13:27:54Zb3c7d27d-c15c-44bc-9423-c0bb13980368https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/blog-articles/farewell-to-hrh/Farewell to HRHMon, 19 Apr 2021 11:54:00 Z2021-05-13T15:43:09Zb5dbf5fc-d928-4f79-81f5-e6e183097f1chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/accidents-and-ill-health-the-forgotten-covid-crisis/The shipping industry is relying on exhausted, overworked seafarers to get through the Covid crisis; under these conditions, health and safety lapses that result in injury or even death are no accident.Mon, 19 Apr 2021 09:43:47 Z2021-05-07T09:09:51Z135e0793-24dc-44af-856e-707585140bc2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wmu-president-recognised-for-leadership-role/Dr Cleopatra Doumbia-Henry, president of the World Maritime University (WMU), has been featured as a Remarkable Woman in transport for 2021 by the Transformative Urban Mobility Initiative (TUMI).Mon, 19 Apr 2021 07:31:37 Z2021-04-19T10:14:14Zbb303fa4-a2ac-4492-af7f-8f8d161bc7a2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/virtual-kiltwalk-for-seafarers-charity/UK National Committee chair Iain MacKenzie, with professional development provider Sea Wellbeing, will walk 1.7 million steps – one for each seafarer in the world.Mon, 19 Apr 2021 07:02:48 Z2021-04-23T13:00:45Z3ea22648-e85a-4ecb-a2f9-f4d8a3b390e7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/dividends-of-the-space-race/The UK government's drive to develop its own space sector could help provide solutions to the maritime industry's reliance on GPS. David Appleton reportsFri, 16 Apr 2021 14:35:36 Z2021-04-16T15:05:46Z9e3ff090-69ba-41c2-8ec7-b614c24249bchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/psc-confidential/A dogged win for transparency should help masters and crew comply with port state control regulations on the control of ships in Europe and the UK, Ulrich Jurgens writesFri, 16 Apr 2021 12:59:45 Z2021-05-21T11:11:43Z2660374f-17f9-4064-ac16-6e24cae23728https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/our-ships-of-the-past-are-sailing-to-your-screen/The Nautilus Telegraph's Ships of the Past pages have been a favourite with readers for decades, but they've never been online… until nowFri, 16 Apr 2021 10:11:45 Z2021-04-16T10:31:23Z1d0a60f5-9b01-4240-ba61-48b948781dechttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/gftu-young-members-development-weekend/The General Federation of Trade Unions (GFTU) Young Members' Development Weekend will run from 18-20 June 2021.Fri, 16 Apr 2021 09:01:40 Z2021-04-16T10:02:55Zc9c10fb2-2cac-43d6-ba67-cbac3976f836https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-official-to-represent-maritime-professionals-at-tuc-young-workers-forum/Nautilus strategic organiser Martyn Gray has been elected to the TUC Young Workers Forum to represent the interests of Young Maritime Professionals.Fri, 16 Apr 2021 08:52:40 Z2021-04-16T17:08:01Zebcb4fe4-d09f-4485-9c4a-e2d46362a2ddhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pacific-nuclear-transport-members-vote-to-accept-pay-offer/Nautilus International members employed by Pacific Nuclear Transport Limited have voted to accept the company's offer of a 2% pay rise, backdated to July 2020, with an additional one-off payment of £3,000 subject to agreement being reached concerning revised terms and conditions (T&Cs).Thu, 15 Apr 2021 13:49:18 Z2021-04-15T14:01:43Z9c0f5565-502b-4c13-86ce-087c2f1f2484https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nicola-sturgeon-urged-to-rethink-acute-risk-quarantine-exemptions/A Nautilus member has implored the Scottish government to rethink its stance on hotel quarantine for seafarers returning from Acute Risk countries and join the rest of the United Kingdom in supporting maritime key workers.Thu, 15 Apr 2021 10:19:28 Z2021-04-19T13:23:45Zd0013587-2ca1-410d-b45f-a5c1fc076d53https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-assists-crew-change-for-fatigued-tanker-captain/Recent action by the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) resulted in a successful crew change for a fatigued tanker captain in Tranmere port.Thu, 15 Apr 2021 10:08:37 Z2021-04-15T10:16:45Z9aba6ca3-05cb-4bc3-9f1c-a6390ab7921chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cost-cutting-is-increasing-risks-of-another-suez-type-shutdown/Experts on tugboats and towage Jacques Kerkhof and Ivan De La Guardia warn that unless critical safety concerns along major waterways are addressed, the world could be in store for another Ever Given-type crisis sooner rather than laterThu, 15 Apr 2021 07:38:37 Z2021-04-19T10:30:09Zdf759ed0-f7d5-42b4-821c-9af38e5b4ef0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/emsa-reports-positive-findings-in-its-annual-causalities-and-incidents-report/The European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) has released its preliminary annual casualties and incidents report for 2020, which has found a reduction of 18% in the total number of casualties compared with 2019.Wed, 14 Apr 2021 12:58:38 Z2021-04-14T14:22:30Zb906b32a-97e9-4804-be44-64109f6e7c03https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-study-highlights-negative-psychological-impact-of-remote-rotational-work/A study has shown that remote rotational workers, including seafarers, are experiencing serious mental health issues caused by their jobs.Wed, 14 Apr 2021 12:01:51 Z2021-04-14T12:37:04Z369dce40-4f64-45f2-b4a3-fe224ef2501fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/social-interaction-matters-iswans-commitment-to-improving-seafarers-well-being/The International Seafarers Welfare and Assistant Network (ISWAN) has been running a series of inter-ship competitions to trial social engagement initiatives onboard.Tue, 13 Apr 2021 15:43:41 Z2021-04-16T10:20:37Zd468bef5-21c7-4265-9ff3-5aab15183ddchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-mariners-park-residents-join-global-singing-tribute-for-day-of-the-seafarer/Retired seafarers and other residents at Nautilus Mariners' Park are planning to make the voice of the seafarer heard in a virtual global choir fundraiser by recording themselves singing along to the Rod Stewart classic Sailing.Tue, 13 Apr 2021 14:44:54 Z2021-04-16T09:00:41Z64a4fdb3-e425-4c6d-b8bf-46881011c442https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-government-releases-new-recommendations-for-resuming-international-cruises/The Department for Transport has released The Safe Return of International Travel report, which recommends the removal of measures limiting outbound travel and the reopening of international cruising from 17 May at the earliest.Tue, 13 Apr 2021 12:49:31 Z2021-04-13T13:17:42Z0c0ab8dd-e5ae-46c0-b42c-d29d45e0bc7ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-professional-and-technical-forum-members-input-sought-on-helm-review/Having tackled satellite backups at their previous meeting in January, Union members at the Nautilus Professional & Technical Forum had some fresh topics to get their teeth into at the latest session on 6 April 2021.Tue, 13 Apr 2021 12:41:36 Z2024-12-13T11:08:10Za0fd9577-2127-4ca4-b90f-fa2d3cca70c3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/solace-for-older-seafarers/Anxiety and depression can often remain hidden in the maritime community due to its traditionally macho culture. To tackle the problem, a new counselling service is reaching out to improve the lives of Merchant Navy veterans and other older seafarers in Hull. Sarah Robinson reportsMon, 12 Apr 2021 14:35:01 Z2021-05-07T09:11:26Z82e470b1-7073-4d40-bdf2-0f18610c3f45https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-catherine_spencer-chief-executive-the-seafarers-charity/In March 2021, we launched a new strategic plan to increase our impact, explaining how we will support the maritime welfare sector to help seafarers. 'The Seafarers' Charity' replaced our previous name, Seafarers UKMon, 12 Apr 2021 10:57:45 Z2021-06-14T14:52:19Z7ebb1fbb-a3a7-4cdc-b3c0-718277179503https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/port-of-london-authority-updates-general-directions-for-navigation/The Port of London Authority (PLA) has updated its General Directions for Navigation in the Port of London following a consultation during summer 2020.Fri, 09 Apr 2021 14:57:27 Z2021-04-13T06:35:34Z28977098-a8af-45b9-b653-6c98a8de7623https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/european-maritime-safety-agency-action-raises-hopes-of-earlier-recognition-for-uk-certificates-of-competency/The European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) has begun the process of approving the UK training and certification system, which will authorise all EU member states to recognise UK Certificates of Competency (CoCs).Fri, 09 Apr 2021 11:25:17 Z2021-04-13T06:35:34Zf0e21d14-3dd1-4c6f-90ec-4640df618acahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/make-the-uk-an-international-seafarer-vaccination-hub-urge-nautilus-and-uk-chamber-of-shipping/Nautilus International and the UK Chamber of Shipping have urged Maritime Minister Robert Courts MP to support establishing the UK as an international seafarer vaccination hub.Fri, 09 Apr 2021 11:08:56 Z2021-04-13T06:35:34Z5d1cee87-ef2d-4a6b-8a24-7dbce92cbbf8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/private-security-guards-to-be-allowed-on-dutch-merchant-ships-to-protect-against-piracy/The Dutch Council of Ministers has given its approval to a bill which will allow ship managers to take armed private security guards onboard Dutch merchant ships to protect against piracy in the Gulf of Aden.Fri, 09 Apr 2021 10:43:02 Z2021-04-13T06:35:34Ze05dd98e-366b-4ac1-8cb1-8fe1c4a737c1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/shedding-the-stigma-and-setting-up-support/The first steps have been taken in an important cross-industry initiative to make the maritime workplace a more caring environment. Sarah Robinson reportsFri, 09 Apr 2021 10:23:55 Z2023-05-18T11:21:49Zafa6a3b1-a721-4429-b9be-faab280a0565https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-seeks-nature-photographs-from-members-to-promote-mental-health-awareness/Budding photographers are encouraged to send in their best nature shots to promote the positive impact that the natural environment can have on mental health.Thu, 08 Apr 2021 13:13:50 Z2021-04-30T08:56:34Z85744385-aaa0-4488-9408-dbaa18cf2543https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/steamship-shieldhall-to-receive-second-round-of-funding-from-the-governments-culture-recovery-fund/The Steamship Shieldhall Charity operating in Southampton has received a grant of £61,200 from the Government’s £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund to help the organisation in its road to recovery.Thu, 08 Apr 2021 10:54:19 Z2021-04-13T06:35:34Z6bead9c1-cf39-455c-9601-9ae5d5a3ebf7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/shifting-the-balance-insights-from-the-maritime-skills-commission-project-on-digital-learning/Authors of the latest Maritime Skills Commission report summarise the overnight switch to online learning when classrooms across the country had to close during the Covid-19 pandemic.Wed, 07 Apr 2021 16:26:59 Z2023-05-18T11:12:05Zcddfb3cd-56a4-442f-8edb-ebc9a3a68183https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-oral-histories-pandemic-project/A global oral histories project to record seafarers' testimonies of their experiences during the Covid-19 pandemic is underway.Tue, 06 Apr 2021 15:28:32 Z2021-04-13T15:34:13Zfaff77d5-a16d-41df-af58-ec5e6d3f1055https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-issues-safety-bulletin-following-multiple-cruise-ship-anchor-failures/The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has issued a safety bulletin after identifying a trend in anchoring equipment failures aboard cruiseships.Tue, 06 Apr 2021 13:24:45 Z2021-04-13T06:35:34Zd9e465f2-2aa7-407a-835d-dfb29e815997https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/readers-survey/We want to know what types of articles and which subjects you find most informative and most enjoy reading. Are you a technical guru, or a ship safety specialist? Do you want more information on training and education? Or how your Union is helping protect your rights and secure job opportunities?Mon, 05 Apr 2021 08:31:00 Z2021-04-13T06:35:34Z5c928d76-228b-4880-a751-c71b3ba6b75chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-state-of-maritime-training-members-have-their-say/Nautilus International asked recently qualified members to share their views on the training experience, in support of the Maritime Skills Commission's work to improve industry education.Thu, 01 Apr 2021 07:50:46 Z2023-05-18T11:14:58Zc62a01d9-3e78-431d-8b4b-01313a9b387dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-helplines-support-members-through-covid-crisis/Nautilus International’s emergency helpline service, Nautilus 24/7, saw a huge increase in calls during 2020 due to coronavirus concerns. The Union now also has a Health Assured offering.Wed, 31 Mar 2021 14:20:00 Z2021-04-23T13:43:37Z842d52bf-694e-41c0-9d1a-922932387c16https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-slams-scottish-flip-flopping-on-key-worker-hotel-quarantine/Scotland introduced exemption from managed quarantine for seafarers from 20 March. Although it applies to those repatriated in accordance with the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), Scotland is using a very strict interpretation of what is and is not repatriation.Tue, 30 Mar 2021 10:36:55 Z2021-04-01T10:15:22Z939b810d-2583-4381-8711-93355d234351https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/physical-and-mental-wellbeing-for-seafarers-should-be-top-priority-for-shipowners/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson blog: physical and mental wellbeing for seafarers should be top priority for shipownersTue, 30 Mar 2021 09:00:00 Z2021-04-21T10:04:09Z0fb7478d-b923-48fa-8634-ef5a6803c9b0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-covid-testing-arrangements-in-force-from-6-april-2021-for-seafarers-entering-uk/Following the successful Nautilus campaign to gain hotel quarantine exemptions for seafarers, some further changes have been made to the legal requirements when entering the UK during the Covid-19 pandemic.Mon, 29 Mar 2021 15:55:36 Z2021-04-01T10:14:46Z565af38d-cde8-4079-b72a-c4b60b72c636https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tuc-demands-new-laws-to-protect-against-misuse-of-artificial-intelligence-at-work/The UK Trades Union Congress (TUC) has issued a new report warning that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace could lead to 'widespread' discrimination and unfair treatment unless new laws are put in place.Mon, 29 Mar 2021 15:48:28 Z2023-09-19T12:56:11Zab3f08c0-ddd7-48da-908a-e39da4fbb75fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/five-un-bodies-urge-states-to-prioritise-seafarers-for-vaccination/The leaders of five United Nations (UN) bodies have signed a joint statement calling for seafarers and aircrew to be prioritised for Covid-19 vaccination.Mon, 29 Mar 2021 14:37:36 Z2021-04-01T10:16:34Z7460662b-a8ad-4943-b0b9-e9e35aa5c145https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/suez-blockage-exposes-wider-issues-in-shipping/As the media focussed on the startling image of an ultra-large container ship blocking one of the world's busiest waterways, a Nautilus Champion and experienced Master took to the airwaves and used the opportunity to highlight wider issues within the maritime industry.Fri, 26 Mar 2021 13:41:23 Z2021-03-29T08:28:15Zc11ae359-2a13-4c66-8a1c-a629eba867cahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/have-your-say-at-nautilus-professional-and-technical-forum/Members can shape the discussion at the next Nautilus Professional and Technical forum by letting us know what you want talk about.Fri, 26 Mar 2021 13:24:00 Z2021-04-01T14:23:03Z0f9e2aa9-8bb9-4204-88d5-1a9c8839ab9dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/scottish-government-introduces-seafarer-exemption-from-hotel-quarantine/Nautilus has welcomed the belated move by the Scottish government to clarify exemption rules for seafarers returning home to Scotland from hotel quarantine measures.Thu, 25 Mar 2021 14:06:13 Z2021-04-01T10:17:12Z6d4662ef-47fb-46ba-9dfc-6af0ed6396b1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/new-health-benefits-for-members/Nautilus International members – plus their partners and dependants – can now get help with physical health and mental wellbeing as part of their membershipTue, 23 Mar 2021 14:37:30 Z2023-05-18T11:10:50Z675b753a-08ad-4290-a29c-94a00827cad0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/take-a-portrait-photo-of-a-maritime-colleague-and-win-up-to-1000-with-the-itf-seafarers-trust/To celebrate its 40th anniversary and raise awareness of life and work at sea, the ITF Seafarers' Trust has launched a portrait photo competition for maritime professionals.Tue, 23 Mar 2021 13:29:35 Z2021-03-24T13:22:15Z3f6eb82d-361d-41a7-a7bf-bc15c1b421efhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/for-the-record-the-story-of-a-trans-maritime-professional/Maritime historian Dr Jo Stanley is known for her work on diversity in the seafaring community. Here she meets former first mate Michelle Clarke, who is soon to publish a maritime memoir with a differenceSun, 21 Mar 2021 11:17:49 Z2021-03-21T11:47:55Zfb1c4493-53b8-4f3f-9c14-4086c6013766https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-new-leader-in-unusual-times/After nearly 10 years at Warsash Maritime School in various management roles, Lars Lippuner took over as director last year during a daunting period for the Solent University faculty. He talks to Sarah Robinson about his first few months in post and his ambitions for the years to comeSat, 20 Mar 2021 18:25:41 Z2021-03-31T14:02:24Z102599ae-acf3-4fb9-8034-589cc734a0cahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-place-to-learn-is-everywhere/Distance learning has proved vital to UK maritime education during the pandemic, and colleges with a good remote offering have thrived – much to the relief of one fairly new player, MLA College, which was ramping up its course portfolio just as the first lockdown hit. Sarah Robinson reportsFri, 19 Mar 2021 15:06:22 Z2021-03-31T14:15:54Zcd886c85-0215-4b0c-81e1-5a953cc9c4ddhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-reminds-eu-to-prioritise-key-workers-for-vaccines/Nautilus has reaffirmed its call for seafarers to be prioritised for Covid vaccination following the launch of a 'Digital Green Certificate' by the European CommissionFri, 19 Mar 2021 09:46:30 Z2021-03-19T09:52:15Z7a1256f5-82b2-4bd9-95af-e174565b2ad1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-offices-to-reopen/Members are advised that Union offices in London and Wallasey will re-open from 12 April. Following the government’s recent roadmap out of lockdown, the Union can now return to office-based working for all Union staff.Thu, 18 Mar 2021 13:47:25 Z2022-01-14T10:32:26Zb2551a2f-d07f-4ef3-84cb-c687001b5f3ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-anger-over-calmac-timetable-change-consultation-failures/Nautilus has expressed disappointment over the failure of the Scottish government to engage with unions over changes to lifeline ferry timetables.Thu, 18 Mar 2021 13:38:49 Z2021-03-18T13:44:47Zd1de1dc2-1434-4a19-a82f-98d2025a703chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stena-line-pay-review-suspended/Negotiations with Stena Line for its 2021 pay review have been suspended until September due to the ongoing impact of the Coronavirus pandemic.Thu, 18 Mar 2021 13:27:53 Z2021-03-24T14:33:00Ze4b8a17e-2f13-4693-937b-d6ac0b4fee9fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/plan-ahead-for-mandatory-refresher-courses/Covid measures and small class sizes mean it can be more difficult to book mandatory STCW and CoC refresher courses, but that also means a more hands-on experience, says chief engineer Tenyon LatterThu, 18 Mar 2021 13:16:40 Z2021-03-18T13:24:08Z5dfd7ba5-0a2f-4345-b710-ac741d6343f0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/helen-coultas/Helen Coultas is a chief mate at Maersk, working on container ships.Thu, 18 Mar 2021 11:35:14 Z2024-02-05T12:44:18Z9b8dae9b-b574-411b-8f89-7c3b58e68fd6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/exhaustion-at-sea/Ian Moores responds to research published in the Telegraph last year by World Maritime University that identified systemic failures in hours of work and rest regulations, and considers how adequately rested crew produce an efficient, safe ship with a good safety cultureWed, 17 Mar 2021 14:26:55 Z2021-03-22T14:58:31Z0f473f51-0597-42ab-89bb-a99fd1c51926https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-uk-incorporates-as-a-private-limited-company/Maritime UK has incorporated as a limited company calling itself The Maritime Industries of the United Kingdom (Maritime UK).Wed, 17 Mar 2021 09:57:38 Z2021-03-18T14:34:55Z770f1c07-fd4f-4e5d-a657-7d565b35816fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-uk-rebranding-draws-on-heritage-and-global-reach/Maritime funding body Seafarers UK has rebranded as The Seafarers' Charity in a move to better reflect its international work.Wed, 17 Mar 2021 09:27:36 Z2021-03-17T13:03:10Z70101a4d-61ec-4f66-bdf5-ad2495b4817bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/china-mandates-chinese-vaccine-for-foreign-national-visas/A notice from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China in Hong Kong has outlined a new visa application process that mandates Chinese-made vaccines for inbound travellers.Wed, 17 Mar 2021 09:17:18 Z2021-03-17T09:23:05Z2e0035ab-1be9-42b8-9876-7121a640336dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-seafarer-exemption-from-red-list-quarantine/Nautilus has welcomed the move to exempt seafarers returning to the UK from ‘red list countries’ from travel restrictions including hotel quarantine.Tue, 16 Mar 2021 17:21:14 Z2021-04-01T10:18:38Z022be7b2-b81e-4f11-9b0a-6aceffb21c97https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-urged-to-check-travel-advice-before-departure/Seafarers travelling for work are advised to check Covid restrictions prior to departure, with several countries imposing additional requirements for passengers according to the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF).Tue, 16 Mar 2021 09:20:51 Z2021-04-01T10:19:17Z63d7ff27-d6ed-41f7-a5e6-d722d700c230https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/maritime-charities-target-ratings-with-extra-cash-for-training/The Maritime Charities Group (MCG) is reminding ratings who’ve lost work due to Covid-19 that funding is available towards training and refresher courses that could help them get a new job or a new contract in the industryMon, 15 Mar 2021 12:04:28 Z2021-05-14T14:31:17Z065ec2cd-9db7-4b62-951b-783823f41d45https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/sanitation-breaking-down-the-barriers-at-sea/Stocking feminine hygiene products and having proper procedures for their disposal is an easy way to create a more welcoming environment for women onboard, writes Nautilus head of strategy Debbie Cavaldoro.Mon, 15 Mar 2021 11:40:54 Z2021-03-15T13:55:15Z590cf817-e30e-4530-8eab-e59029736cdfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-ilo-guidance-urges-governments-to-respect-seafarers-rights-under-mlc/Governments have been warned again by the International Labour Organisations (ILO) that a health pandemic is no excuse for abandoning their obligations to uphold seafarers' rights in relation to crew changes and health and safety rights.Mon, 15 Mar 2021 11:11:03 Z2021-03-15T11:23:15Z2f904a13-4ccd-4bbb-b418-3dc08268b665https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/vaccine-delays-puts-seafarer-livelihoods-at-risk-warns-croatian-union/Seafarers' Union of Croatia (SUC), an affiliate of the Nautilus Federation, has warned that Croatian seafarers working overseas could lose their jobs as a result of vaccination delays.Fri, 12 Mar 2021 15:26:45 Z2021-03-15T10:06:11Zee6d47c2-5641-4e5c-bcd9-fa169541ab03https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/evergreen-appeal-win/Maritime lawyers have hailed a 'seminal' UK Supreme Court ruling that 'provides clarity and practical guidance' on the interpretation of the international collision prevention regulations (colregs).Fri, 12 Mar 2021 11:40:04 Z2021-03-12T11:52:56Zabed1122-e27e-4370-9e9a-9a323d04e53chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-uk-travel-declaration-form/Seafarers, masters, and inspectors and surveyors of ships are exempt from new rules requiring travellers from England to fill in a Travel Declaration Form to declare their reason for travel. Brought in on 5 March.Fri, 12 Mar 2021 09:24:15 Z2021-03-12T09:36:07Z09e86b4d-6e94-40db-b8a4-b2a17203a1efhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/have-your-say-on-a-fair-future-for-seafarers-urges-imo-ahead-of-day-of-the-seafarer/The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has announced the 2021 Day of the Seafarer campaign theme of a 'fair future for seafarers' in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.Thu, 11 Mar 2021 15:38:13 Z2021-03-12T21:02:03Z1fdb4d44-626e-4fe6-a15a-365a99057e8chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/against-all-odds/Travel management companies have helped seafarers stranded in the crew change crisis get to work and home to their families. Rob Coston talks to Melanie Quinn of Clyde Travel Management and Tanya Wells of Marine Travel to get an agency overview of the situationThu, 11 Mar 2021 15:03:04 Z2021-03-12T09:37:36Zb45f0a5c-0120-438e-ae49-1d2a41829f80https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-receive-covid-travel-fines-despite-exemptions/Nautilus International has been approached by two members who have received Fixed Penalty Notices when flying home to the UK for failing to present a negative Covid test to officials on arrival, despite being exempt from this requirement.Thu, 11 Mar 2021 14:17:03 Z2021-04-01T10:20:05Ze273c922-b631-48ee-8710-89ea3e36e2eehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-updates-national-minimum-wage-advice-for-members/Nautilus International has updated its advice to members regarding the UK national minimum wage (NMW).Thu, 11 Mar 2021 11:27:56 Z2021-03-12T09:09:14Zb3ad9b06-8b14-47c3-b426-13708f2a7b10https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/super-yacht-crews-warned-over-safety-culture-following-minx-fatality-in-cannes/The death of a seafarer aboard a yacht off Cannes is a sad reminder that crew are always responsible for safety, and need to remain professional at all times. Andrew Linington reportsThu, 11 Mar 2021 09:13:58 Z2021-03-11T09:31:15Z4f4a4281-343c-4e32-bc19-ce0ae001f42chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-permanent-shift-how-dutch-training-providers-have-adapted-to-the-pandemic/Hans Walthie asks three Dutch opinion leaders in the field of maritime training and education how they have dealt with Covid and the two lockdowns imposed by the Dutch governmentWed, 10 Mar 2021 15:15:11 Z2021-03-10T15:24:13Zb3558a9d-7b1c-4e8a-b6b6-37e094ad51behttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-crewcare-wellbeing-app-launched/A maritime consortium has launched a new emotional wellbeing app and digital platform for use by crew managers.Wed, 10 Mar 2021 12:22:16 Z2021-03-10T12:37:30Zd867dc63-6620-46e3-bd3f-10c065dc5904https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/the-buck-stops-with-flag-states-on-seafarer-exhaustion-webinar-hears/Flag states and shipping companies were challenged to act on exhaustion at sea and the adjustment of hours of work and rest records by a high-profile panel of experts at a Nautilus Webinar.Wed, 10 Mar 2021 11:57:18 Z2021-05-21T10:07:55Zeb10d132-14c4-4f14-9f39-9c01e67c1031https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-and-staff-vow-to-choose-to-challenge-at-equality-and-diversity-forum/This month's meeting of the Nautilus Equality and Diversity Forum was held on International Women's Day (IWD) – 8 March – and attendees of all genders and backgrounds pledged to uphold the IWD 2021 principle of 'choose to challenge'.Tue, 09 Mar 2021 16:51:20 Z2021-03-10T09:29:00Z1166e915-7cff-4f93-9115-1035d6600b3chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-seeks-nominees-for-imo-bravery-award/Nautilus International is looking for members to nominate for the International Maritime Organization (IMO) award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea.Tue, 09 Mar 2021 14:20:56 Z2021-03-10T09:05:34Zcf599c36-d906-40ab-8c3d-0007042ce069https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/herald-of-free-enterprise-memorial-service-goes-ahead-despite-pandemic/The anniversary of the Herald of Free Enterprise disaster on 6 March 1987 is marked each year in Dover with a service of remembrance for those who perished. This year, pandemic restrictions meant that the service was broadcast to the congregation via Zoom.Tue, 09 Mar 2021 12:56:46 Z2021-03-09T16:59:50Z34d043ed-2604-46c3-a264-d05432939467https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-hospital-society-birthday/The society was established in 1821, when merchant seafarers returning from the Napoleonic Wars were dying in the streets of London with no access to medical care. SHS took care of them, setting up floating hospital ships on the Thames at Greenwich.Tue, 09 Mar 2021 12:44:57 Z2021-03-09T14:53:15Zfb3c784c-b908-4879-8d86-b6891ee812d5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-motion-on-women-in-maritime-supported-by-tuc-womens-conference/A Nautilus motion calling for an increase in the number of women in traditionally male dominated maritime industries was passed at the TUC Women's Conference on 3-5 March 2021.Tue, 09 Mar 2021 11:58:24 Z2021-03-09T13:11:04Ze2619631-4702-4a97-ab44-cce17114bc00https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/england-domestic-cruises-to-resume-from-may-17/Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson welcomed the news as a significant step in securing the jobs of members and urged cruise operators to ensure the health and safety of all crew and passengers onboard their vessels.Tue, 09 Mar 2021 11:29:23 Z2021-03-09T12:43:36Z01254684-29d4-4a96-b5d3-6483054a5a80https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cash-injection-boosts-retraining/Over 30 seafarers have now benefited from the Maritime Charities Group’s (MCG) redundancy and retraining fund, but with an April deadline looming, applications need to be made quickly to benefit from this £40k pot.Mon, 08 Mar 2021 16:22:21 Z2021-08-10T11:56:16Z15ef6b00-fead-4189-bd7c-a144a4d7af2ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/senior-industry-figures-warn-of-looming-recruitment-crisis-after-pandemic/Nautilus has joined maritime employers and welfare charities to express concerns that the poor treatment of seafarers during the pandemic will result in a haemorrhage of personnel – and will put off new recruits.Fri, 05 Mar 2021 13:09:49 Z2021-03-05T14:10:24Z1a714004-e3f5-4942-bdc5-1b285a361066https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/certification-for-pursers-on-the-road-map/The estimated 500 to 1,000 pursers globally in the yacht industry have a champion in dedicated superyacht trainer, The Yacht Purser and its CEO Sandra Jordaan.Fri, 05 Mar 2021 12:01:59 Z2021-03-05T13:28:19Z585faa77-c755-4653-aecc-c26f8fd723dfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/time-well-spent/Deck officer Nic Gardner has been at sea since the age of 15, but when she found herself stuck ashore during the pandemic, she chose to retrain to achieve the goal of working in the emerging field of safety science.Wed, 03 Mar 2021 16:57:52 Z2025-07-30T08:12:47Z02fb7d27-8f37-44a4-8f69-f9d591626898https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/the-mission-to-seafarers-launches-maritime-wellbeing-elearning-courses/International maritime welfare charity The Mission to Seafarers has launched new e-learning modules as an extension to its WeCare online course programme.Tue, 02 Mar 2021 15:11:35 Z2021-03-02T16:47:42Z469173d5-d084-426a-80ac-32172d312d92https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-mercy-ships-uk-we-will-never-take-seafarers-for-granted/Maritime charity column featuring Mercy Ships UK volunteer recruitment manager Ropa RusereTue, 02 Mar 2021 13:39:32 Z2021-04-13T22:10:13Z329cdf1c-f55f-4070-a02e-fee4e716158ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/keeping-cadets-on-course-how-one-company-helped-them-to-get-their-required-seatime-during-the-pandemic/A Princess Cruises cadet received a novel helping hand to complete his seatime during his final year, gaining an extra qualification along the way.Tue, 02 Mar 2021 12:35:35 Z2021-03-02T15:51:46Zeb3a9e22-e7ca-4232-8880-9a53159fa7dehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-signs-mental-health-in-maritime-pledge/Nautilus International has signeda new Mental Health in Maritime pledge, which has been launched today by Maritime UK.Tue, 02 Mar 2021 11:55:04 Z2021-03-02T12:00:40Z9dfa32ed-ed3a-4404-ba27-3a6ecb0394e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-reject-live-onboard-proposals-at-iomspco/Nautilus members have overwhelmingly rejected proposed live aboard arrangements, and two weeks on/off rotations, aboard a new Isle of Man Steam Pack Company (IOMSPCo) vessel.Tue, 02 Mar 2021 09:30:00 Z2021-03-02T15:38:16Z24294599-13bc-4fe6-9bc9-25d54034a614https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-and-wista-launch-first-women-in-maritime-survey/A women in maritime survey is being carried out for the first time by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the Women's International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA International).Mon, 01 Mar 2021 15:00:00 Z2021-03-02T09:42:26Z13476eae-0788-41b4-9998-9f77a368a7f1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/still-here-still-deadly/More than 100 years after the first case of death by asbestosis was diagnosed, asbestos is still being used in ships. Rob Coston reportsMon, 01 Mar 2021 13:56:27 Z2021-03-01T15:06:57Z6a701a50-b5a6-4b52-b087-195966f824c0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-government-ministers-address-questions-on-satellite-backup-and-seafarer-quarantine/Following concerns raised by Nautilus, UK parliamentarians have been challenging government ministers on two important maritime issues through asking formal questions.Fri, 26 Feb 2021 14:26:33 Z2021-02-26T14:56:36Zc7be1b96-8d66-478e-ae2e-93c8b70c4a85https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/engine-room-fire-causing-serious-injuries-was-linked-to-poor-maintenance-finds-maib/A new report by the UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has identified a single faulty component as the cause of catastrophic engine failure on the DFDS ro-ro cargo vessel Finlandia Seaways in April 2018.Fri, 26 Feb 2021 13:18:28 Z2021-02-26T13:28:08Z21d7152f-69e1-4ce0-a1e3-36886303215ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/scottish-tuc-nautilus-proposes-motions-on-offshore-workers-and-a-scotland-europe-ferry-link/Nautilus International has put forward two motions at the 124th Annual Scottish Trades Union Congress (TUC), focusing on the need to support workers in the offshore industry and to create a direct ferry link between Scotland and continental Europe.Thu, 25 Feb 2021 13:23:47 Z2021-02-26T16:27:53Z63d7ec89-7e9d-4a79-9817-8241bd344483https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-unions-call-for-global-seafarer-vaccination-programme/The Nautilus Federation, a group of 22 leading trade unions representing seafarers and inland waterways workers, has issued a statement calling on governments and global organisations to coordinate a worldwide vaccination programme for seafarers and inland waterways transport crew.Tue, 23 Feb 2021 16:46:58 Z2021-02-24T09:00:10Z989b91a1-deba-4715-982c-f39f52a94aa6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/german-investigators-call-for-handhold-rules-review/An accident which left a canal helmsman with terrible injuries has shed light on shocking safety deficiencies around handholds for pilot boarding. Andrew Linington reportsTue, 23 Feb 2021 12:08:23 Z2021-02-23T12:13:27Z98199100-b739-4b6e-87cd-8cea801bc3aehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/criminalization-the-long-suffering-of-the-san-padre-pio-crew-and-why-the-swiss-flag-was-able-to-protect-them/On January 23, 2018, the Nigerian coast guard set the Swiss flag tanker San Padre Pio and its crew firmly on charges of illegal oil trade. The arrest with armed soldiers and official representatives of the authorities was staged in front of the cameras by journalists brought along.Tue, 23 Feb 2021 11:18:23 Z2021-02-23T17:36:50Z7b24c784-894d-493d-b97a-eea74b23b155https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-union-petitions-french-government-on-covid-vaccine/Union Fédérale Maritime (UFM), part of the French CFDT union and an affiliate of the Nautilus Federation, is calling on the French government to prioritise seafarers for Covid-19 vaccinations.Mon, 22 Feb 2021 16:43:54 Z2021-05-13T14:35:50Z5abf5651-272e-4936-b2d7-0d45847b4958https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nominations-open-for-prestigious-merchant-navy-medal-2021/Nautilus members are invited to send in their nominations for one of the United Kingdom’s highest honours for shipping, the 2021 Merchant Navy Medal - a State award for meritorious service in maritimeFri, 19 Feb 2021 17:02:52 Z2021-05-06T13:41:44Zc2bd1ba2-a841-4461-a323-57b23dd6109dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ben-gibbons-joins-maritime-charities-group/The Maritime Charities Group (MCG) has welcomed manager Ben Gibbons, who joined the team in late January.Wed, 17 Feb 2021 15:13:18 Z2021-03-02T13:34:35Z39182593-ba45-4b62-8182-f244506e344ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/join-the-debate-on-hours-of-work-abuse-and-exhaustion-at-sea/The risks of exhaustion at sea and the widespread abuse of Hours of Work and Rest will be discussed by a high-profile panel of experts at a webinar jointly hosted by Nautilus International and trade journal Lloyd's List.Tue, 16 Feb 2021 18:56:39 Z2021-02-18T10:13:17Z5f80be1d-a013-4c35-a390-5e4ec3c592f3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-encouraged-to-complete-skillsea-survey/Nautilus is encouraging members serving on board to help to ‘keep the profession futureproof’ by sharing their experiences in a new survey.Tue, 16 Feb 2021 15:47:56 Z2022-03-01T14:51:05Z17367e46-2786-44a4-996e-362a9af83894https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-crew-change-campaign-featured-on-bbc-world-service/Nautilus Champion Martel Fursdon has been featured on the BBC World Service as the Union continues in its campaign to end the global crew change crisis.Tue, 16 Feb 2021 15:11:33 Z2021-02-16T15:44:48Z0fc602ba-0487-4760-aa42-4891c8fae44bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/singapore-organisation-of-seamen-celebrates-50th-anniversary/The Singapore Organisation of Seamen (SOS), an affiliate of the Nautilus Federation, is celebrating its fiftieth anniversary in 2021.Tue, 16 Feb 2021 14:52:26 Z2021-02-16T18:38:52Z1296b29e-c05e-40ff-be6e-7cea433c2d48https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-members-francis-cox-palmer-white-reflects-on-diversity-in-maritime-and-recalls-some-unusual-travel-experiences/Londoner Francis Cox-Palmer-White is a Cadet (X) in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary – the civilian support service for the Royal Navy – and is studying for his foundation degree and Officer of the Watch certificate at Fleetwood Nautical Campus (Blackpool and the Fylde college).Tue, 16 Feb 2021 10:56:35 Z2023-07-26T15:44:35Z40955f80-6ab2-4bdf-8936-8ca828d539c5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/cleaner-ships-for-greener-energy/Workboats are in demand as offshore wind turbines proliferate around the UK. But operators need to take a hard look at their fleets if they are to avoid becoming green energy’s weak link, hears Sarah RobinsonTue, 16 Feb 2021 10:37:49 Z2021-02-16T11:34:49Z42f6a8b2-8045-4d7c-b6ed-98e80913bba6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/how-to-be-an-out-and-proud-ally/Supporting diversity requires little more than to be a decent human, but being a good ally means doing that loudly and publicly to help keep people safe and to stamp out discrimination, writes Nautilus International head of strategy Debbie CavaldoroTue, 16 Feb 2021 09:50:20 Z2021-02-16T11:51:48Ze8e97460-dd4d-4662-bd36-951b5ee006fdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-second-wind-for-your-maritime-career/Rob Coston speaks to Kerrie Forster, CEO of the Workboat Association, about opportunities for seafarers in offshore windMon, 15 Feb 2021 16:27:30 Z2021-02-16T18:23:11Z19808c68-7cb0-4205-9167-ba6c0379c731https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/time-for-maritime-employers-to-commit-on-pensions/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson blog: it is time for maritime employers to commit on pensionsMon, 15 Feb 2021 13:30:00 Z2021-03-30T09:13:22Z9b3f7809-9bb5-4e05-8743-16c8efb93255https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/experts-assemble-at-the-latest-meeting-of-the-nautilus-professional-and-technical-forum/Covid-19, Brexit and satellite back-ups were the big issues tackled at the January 2021 Nautilus Professional & Technical Forum meeting – with a record turnout of members hearing updates from the Union and contributing expertise to policy debates.Mon, 15 Feb 2021 13:28:35 Z2021-03-21T12:02:09Z1651b08d-afe6-46f2-8910-e3a8bfb75adchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/solidarity-among-the-three-percent-a-round-up-of-events-held-for-women-in-maritime/Women are still in a small minority in the maritime workforce, but their voices are being heard more and more – with an important part played by forums like the Women in Maritime Network.Thu, 11 Feb 2021 17:42:51 Z2022-04-28T10:33:44Z6568fe7f-d750-4bb7-878a-1e6bafbd497chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/gmsg-2021-pay-offer-rejected/Members at GMSG have voted overwhelmingly to reject a pay offer of 0.7%.Thu, 11 Feb 2021 16:44:43 Z2021-02-11T16:58:00Z277fdc0e-2702-48ba-828c-f2660df996cchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/neptune-declaration-reality-vs-rhetoric/Seafarers caught up in the crew change crisis have called the Neptune Declaration 'empty rhetoric', telling the maritime world to stop patting itself on the back and understand the reality of travel restrictions and quarantines for seafarers.Thu, 11 Feb 2021 14:17:35 Z2021-02-11T14:35:02Zdf9530fa-f457-47d6-bda4-2b118b414a57https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/government-must-rethink-quarantine-hotel-measures-for-seafarers/Nautilus has urged the government to rethink its policy to refuse key worker seafarers from hotel quarantine.Thu, 11 Feb 2021 13:41:28 Z2021-02-11T17:59:31Z207375c2-ffa2-4c02-9278-e2171baf2127https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/tip-of-the-iceberg/The appalling treatment of three cadets terminated by their sponsoring company during the Covid crisis, shows how precarious the training system is, and how it can benefit employers while potentially jeopardising trainees' Merchant Navy careersThu, 11 Feb 2021 12:36:54 Z2021-02-11T13:28:22Z0981ad27-d210-4d1e-8995-98d59d12a793https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/marc-williams-elected-as-new-nautilus-liaison-officer-at-the-royal-fleet-auxiliary/Marc Williams has been elected as the new seconded Nautilus liaison officer representing members at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA).Wed, 10 Feb 2021 16:52:49 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Z231e967c-01e1-4d1c-adff-2172225e1413https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/government-refuses-to-exclude-seafarers-from-quarantine-measures/From Monday 15 February all travellers entering England from 'red list' countries in the last 10 days will be required to quarantine in a hotel, Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Matt Hancock said.Wed, 10 Feb 2021 16:34:30 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Z0b260f7a-34bc-494d-b9f5-7aba1c897f19https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-vote-to-accept-foreland-shipping-pay-award/Nautilus International members employed by Foreland Shipping (Guernsey), which operates Point class Ro-Ro sealift ships, have voted to accept a four-year pay deal that is significantly above RPIWed, 10 Feb 2021 16:00:06 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Z3f8530a4-7455-47c3-a7d4-e65ef755d1cfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/support-grows-for-union-campaign-to-prioritise-seafarer-vaccination/The Union's campaign to prioritise seafarers for Covid-19 vaccination has received an outpouring of online support.Wed, 10 Feb 2021 14:53:13 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Z7d98bcc0-e453-47cb-b554-5d085d650f0dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/lets-talk-about-vaccination/Nautilus responds to the ongoing debate about the need to provide a so-called health passport as evidence of vaccination as countries respond to new Covid variants and consider measures to get their economies moving againWed, 10 Feb 2021 13:10:40 Z2021-04-19T13:43:33Zcf2b7d03-20f4-4340-aea0-6158edeca608https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-pensions-reform-following-age-discrimination-rulings/Discrimination in public sector pensions due to changes introduced in 2015 to the Judicial Pension Scheme (JPS) and Firefighters’ Pension Scheme (FPS) will be remedied following the outcome of a public consultation.Wed, 10 Feb 2021 12:24:26 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Z261bb34f-d72f-48fc-8fe9-4aa80ecb7d81https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/iomspco-pressed-over-new-build-living-arrangements-and-work-patterns/The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company Ltd (IOMSPCo) will be informed of opinions from a Nautilus survey of members about proposed living arrangements, and two weeks on/off rotation, aboard a new vessel.Wed, 10 Feb 2021 11:26:01 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Z7e193526-e59a-4c6f-8c53-d2d9284fcdd9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/port-of-london-authority-apprentice-heads-to-deep-sea/The Port of London Authority is giving one of its promising apprentices a leg up onto the next stage of her career by co-sponsoring a cadetship with Trinity House at the UK's Warsash Maritime School.Wed, 10 Feb 2021 10:15:37 Z2024-06-18T13:57:39Zfc6d0da7-224b-4ba5-a69b-3ed688fbfc3ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rever-cuts-travel-pay-for-marine-crew-during-pandemic/Subsea services firm Rever Offshore has unilaterally cut travel pay for marine crew during the Covid-19 pandemic.Wed, 10 Feb 2021 09:53:18 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Z2ffca367-9b1f-4ed1-908f-8172cc9c8507https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/port-of-london-authority-and-forth-ports-kickstart-river-careers/The Port of London Authority (PLA) and Forth Ports are taking part in a UK government paid work placement scheme, launched last year in response to the growing number of unemployed young people as a result of the pandemicWed, 10 Feb 2021 09:46:56 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Za853f288-b363-428c-9c06-300365a3b6a4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/join-the-tuc-virtual-lgbt-and-womens-conferences-on-equality/Nautilus is encouraging members to sign up for a series of digital conferences tackling key issues on LGBT+ and women's equality, hosted by the Trades Union Congress (TUC).Tue, 09 Feb 2021 17:42:21 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Zb6010238-c45b-41c5-9279-7a81a05f1a04https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/whats-the-problem-with-the-ensign-retirement-plan/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson calls for employers to support the Ensign Retirement Plan (ERP). [Condensed speech]Tue, 09 Feb 2021 16:50:28 Z2021-03-05T17:55:18Z64a7593f-76ba-4fda-b67e-26e39c2a855fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/have-your-say-on-covid-19-financial-challenges/Solent University is moving onto the next stage of a major study looking at how UK seafarers have been affected financially by the pandemic.Tue, 09 Feb 2021 12:33:06 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Zb3fedab1-2a75-4628-ad63-ec5b9c1edcf2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/un-security-council-initiatives-urgently-needed-to-tackle-gulf-of-guinea-piracy-hotspot-says-indian-maritime-union/The Maritime Union of India (MUI) has said that increasing piracy in the Gulf of Guinea needs 'urgent initiatives' from the United Nations Security Council to protect seafarers.Mon, 08 Feb 2021 14:48:20 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Zc35892fe-0236-4f66-ab5d-0831c8324b6bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/setting-the-standards/Insights from Lauren Norton, a passionate advocate of interior careers and director of Trilogy, the latest addition to the Nautilus network of strategic yacht partnersFri, 05 Feb 2021 16:26:40 Z2021-11-03T10:34:49Z8f1b78ec-5567-4fc8-80cd-1bcdee599415https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column-alexander-campbelllook-qvsr-to-the-future-with-hope/Maritime Charity column: Alexander Campbell OBE, chief executive, Queen Victoria Seamen's RestFri, 05 Feb 2021 15:43:34 Z2021-03-02T13:32:24Za9355ce7-ea3e-40b5-a4d7-c3ddf02d0167https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/travel-ban-in-force-from-the-uk-and-south-africa-to-sint-maarten/Travel ban in force from the UK and South Africa to Sint MaartenFri, 05 Feb 2021 13:33:04 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Z525c609a-e1f7-4146-b210-cff62803eaa1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/danish-engineers-give-cautious-welcome-to-corona-passport/A Danish union has given a cautious welcome to government plans to introduce a corona passport, which is designed to clear the way for easier international business travel, including by seafarers. The idea is for the data to be access via an app on a smartphone. But for it to be successful, it needs international recognition and acceptance, the union says.Thu, 04 Feb 2021 17:59:01 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Z0cd116be-2ceb-4282-9428-08a335ddc3cahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/over-1-million-secured-for-needy-mariners/Nautilus Caseworker Service success stories from 2020, a year in which it ramped up its efforts in response to Covid-19.Thu, 04 Feb 2021 17:25:09 Z2024-12-13T11:09:14Z96354cad-a444-480d-bc62-c06b136234eehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-green-deal-for-inland-waterways/A new report issued by the European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) highlights the carbon-cutting potential of inland waterways – and how vulnerable they are to climate change. Could green investment here help to preserve our environment and create new employment opportunities for Nautilus members into the bargain?Thu, 04 Feb 2021 16:41:09 Z2021-02-04T16:59:24Zbc124ed5-43ed-475d-bf8f-0835b09eb4f8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/captain-susan-cloggie-holden-achieves-dream-role-and-makes-rfa-history/Nautilus has added its warm congratulations for member Captain Susan Cloggie-Holden's achievement on assuming command of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary's RFA Tiderace vessel, becoming the first female commanding officer in the 116-year history of the RFA.Thu, 04 Feb 2021 16:34:20 Z2021-09-09T15:46:33Z5dc1e682-c579-48c9-986d-7c6072fc0d7bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-threatened-with-dismissal-petition-maersk-shareholders-for-help/Dutch seafarers facing job cuts at Maersk Line have petitioned its shareholders to hold the company to account and support the campaign to preserve their livelihoods.Thu, 04 Feb 2021 14:01:00 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Z84eb66ef-32f5-4140-acce-467c08f97f6dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pandemic-peaks-for-nautilus-247-emergency-helpline/Pandemic peaks for Nautilus 24/7 emergency helplineWed, 03 Feb 2021 14:59:19 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Z32deb91d-6f33-448c-ad19-2416edb3688ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/transport-secretary-urged-to-exempt-seafarers-from-red-list-travel-restrictions/Nautilus International and the International Chamber of Shipping have urged UK Transport Secretary Grant Shapps to exempt seafarers from quarantine when returning to the UK from 'red list' countries.Tue, 02 Feb 2021 16:46:35 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Zde1cf1b3-67d1-45d8-a258-3f9ba67ac613https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/be-aware-of-tougher-face-mask-rules-from-airlines/Nautilus is asking seafarers who are flying to and from their vessels to be aware that some airlines are applying more stringent requirements for passengers around the wearing of face masks.Tue, 02 Feb 2021 16:06:28 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Z743685c0-b11a-41f6-b35b-5894ed97e9echttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/significant-changes-to-uk-certificates-of-competency-now-in-force/Nautilus is alerting members to changes to UK certificates of competency (CoCs), including a move to a photocard format, new application processes and updated terminology.Tue, 02 Feb 2021 14:49:28 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Z5f28b5b1-611e-475e-89b0-29918366050chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/how-are-your-crew-mates-feeling-its-time-to-ask/Clinical psychologist Charles Watkins of Mental Health Support Solutions (MHSS) reveals some of the signs that a fellow crew member is struggling with mental healthMon, 01 Feb 2021 12:56:52 Z2021-02-02T20:32:48Z092b77f3-dad2-46fe-b9d5-ceb0b0e8eb9dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/slater-and-gordon-appointed-as-new-legal-services-provider/Nautilus International has appointed Slater and Gordon as its new legal services provider in the UK. From February 1 the firm will handle members' personal injury claims and provide employment law advice and services. It will also provide a range of free or discounted services to members.Mon, 01 Feb 2021 12:54:00 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Z6b19cefd-231d-4a9d-937b-e6850e4e0068https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/online-fundraiser-brings-in-over-2000-for-seafarer-welfare-support/During the Covid-19 pandemic, Seafarers UK has been missing the income that usually comes from its supporters taking part in events like the London Marathon. So, the maritime welfare charity has had to get creative with its fundraising – starting with a highly-successful online quiz night.Mon, 01 Feb 2021 12:05:15 Z2021-02-11T08:20:56Z54fe0307-76af-4c3c-9c50-34a80a8d7d7fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/voting-begins-for-nautilus-council-elections/Nautilus members are invited to exercise their right to vote in important elections to the Union’s governing body, the Council. Voting began on Friday 22 January 2021.Fri, 29 Jan 2021 14:02:17 Z2021-01-29T14:11:28Zf9da571a-3af6-4e13-834e-080dacaefa9bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-seeks-clarity-on-seafarer-exemptions-from-uk-hotel-quarantine/Nautilus is seeking clarification from the UK Department for Transport (DfT) on seafarer exemptions from the latest mandatory Covid-19 inbound travel rules for England.Fri, 29 Jan 2021 12:22:44 Z2021-01-29T13:48:49Z6aec9a8a-f2b0-48c7-8525-13136982cc44https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ecsa-and-etf-call-on-european-member-states-to-make-seafarers-a-priority-in-pandemic/The European Community Shipowners' Association (ECSA) and European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) have issued a joint letter calling on European Union Member States to prioritise seafarers for vaccination against Covid-19 and end the crew change crisis.Fri, 29 Jan 2021 11:20:40 Z2021-01-29T11:23:51Zad88815c-d896-4c7d-9116-6c597169814chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/un-condemns-italy-over-migrant-deaths-at-sea/The United Nations Human Rights Committee has found that Italy violated the right to life of more than 200 migrants, including 60 children, who died after authorities failed to respond to distress calls from their sinking vessel.Fri, 29 Jan 2021 09:53:27 Z2021-01-29T10:16:00Z1d9d96f4-dcd3-412b-95d2-f84a57c67f3dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sailors-society-receives-strong-pledge-of-support-from-neptune-signatory-swire-pacific-offshore/The Sailors' Society has received a $25,000 (USD) donation from Swire Pacific Offshore (SPO) and a pledge of continued support for the charity's work with the maritime community's most vulnerable as it faces the ongoing impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.Thu, 28 Jan 2021 09:56:38 Z2021-01-29T09:04:14Z5c34f8b8-e082-4dd9-a824-3b8a51de08f3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-neptune-declaration-on-crew-change/Nautilus International has welcomed the launch of the Neptune Declaration on Seafarer Wellbeing and Crew Change, which calls on industry and government to end the crew change crisisThu, 28 Jan 2021 08:25:23 Z2021-01-28T08:30:15Zb3440606-8bc3-43be-864b-f7faef02f150https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-affiliates-applaud-new-us-presidents-maritime-executive-order/Nautilus Federation affiliates in the USA have supported an Executive Order in support of maritime cabotage signed by newly-elected President Joe Biden.Wed, 27 Jan 2021 15:27:07 Z2021-01-27T16:45:36Z0d02a588-14a6-48f1-ab6b-89af741fc7e4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/join-mark-dickinson-for-crew-change-crisis-debate/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson will address a special global maritime industry leadership panel discussion on the challenges the Covid-19 crew change crisis continues to pose for seafarers.Wed, 27 Jan 2021 11:41:13 Z2021-02-01T11:01:33Z992e4706-e48e-4a84-8d17-0ee250d5c7a9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/danish-union-gives-cautious-welcome-to-exemption-from-new-covid-restrictions/The leader of the Danish Metal Maritime seafarers' section of the Dansk Metal union has given a cautious welcome to government plans to grant seafarers exemption from new Covid restrictions.Wed, 27 Jan 2021 09:21:35 Z2021-01-27T12:21:49Zd7ad0235-b3d2-4446-b2bf-9ccbac23fa88https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-stand-in-solidarity-over-west-africa-tanker-hijacking/Nautilus has offered solidarity and assistance to a Turkish union after a Turkish-crewed vessel was hijacked by pirates off West Africa, resulting in the death of one crew member and the kidnapping of 15 othersTue, 26 Jan 2021 12:54:03 Z2021-01-26T15:38:40Z10ae1468-8c1a-43d5-856f-1c4e678ac84dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/abandoned-crew-risk-death-in-hunger-strike/Kuwaiti authorities are being pressured by unions to save a group of abandoned seafarers who are at risk of death by hunger strikes in their efforts to draw attention to their plight.Mon, 25 Jan 2021 16:33:31 Z2021-01-28T20:05:08Z3f97ea0f-1b45-4c67-85de-c53ef3e57fcfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/abandonment-database-resource-launched-by-itf-seafarers/Seafarers and maritime professionals dealing with crew abandonment cases now have access to a new online database of information which shows the scale of the problem faced globally.Mon, 25 Jan 2021 16:07:18 Z2021-01-29T14:14:07Z97981df2-d2c8-4498-b66b-8e08acd48b26https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/danish-unions-call-for-seafarer-quarantine-exemptions-to-be-maintained/Two maritime unions and the Danish Shipowners' Association have jointly called on the government of Denmark to exempt seafarers from tougher Covid-19 quarantine measures as they enter or pass through Denmark.Mon, 25 Jan 2021 09:00:00 Z2021-01-25T09:33:22Zf586368a-2b0a-4860-af43-81718684f487https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/singapore-prioritises-seafarers-for-covid-vaccine/Singapore is offering Covid-19 vaccines to frontline maritime personnel, becoming one of the first countries to prioritise seafarers for the jab.Fri, 22 Jan 2021 17:15:36 Z2021-01-25T09:37:40Z3aeb0d9e-40a3-4716-a6a6-bf8f8c653b0bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-life-at-sea-reflections-by-retiring-rfa-officer-dave-gatenby-rfa/Long-serving Nautilus liaison officer Dave Gatenby reflects on a 40-year career ahead of his retirement in April 2021.Thu, 21 Jan 2021 15:15:00 Z2021-03-18T15:01:33Zdf24baed-41f2-426d-8153-0f699f1adba7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-animation-launched-as-part-of-fair-treatment-campaign/Nautilus International has released a new animation highlighting the Union's campaign against the criminalisation of seafarers and underlining the importance of downloading the Nautilus Fair Treatment App.Wed, 20 Jan 2021 10:00:00 Z2023-11-15T13:34:00Zc58fa9b0-940c-4de2-9048-37cbbb234b2dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/beware-the-covid-tax-pitfalls/Beware the Covid tax pitfallsTue, 19 Jan 2021 13:45:28 Z2021-01-19T16:31:59Zdd9bc8ba-0b8d-4cc9-a2c7-9107078d3dd0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/here-for-you-in-uncertain-times/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson's describes how the Union is here for you in uncertain timesMon, 18 Jan 2021 17:30:00 Z2021-01-28T09:33:35Zf5a3b8bf-3ada-424a-8037-638167ae76bbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/warning-raised-over-access-to-medical-care-in-ports/Non-emergency medical care at ports is becoming more difficult to access during the pandemic, leaving sick seafarers to suffer in silence, sometimes for months at a time.Fri, 15 Jan 2021 13:40:52 Z2021-01-15T17:31:44Z71d05d2f-67b8-4782-ad41-7951375e5c41https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/bibby-hands-bibby-wavemaster-1-crew-management-to-wd-resources/Bibby Marine Services has appointed WD Resources as crew manager for its Bibby Wavemaster 1 vessel.Fri, 15 Jan 2021 10:57:24 Z2021-01-25T09:52:17Z4099e8f6-c23a-4e0b-89a0-1c43cdcae310https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/covid-19-meeting-our-industrial-objectives/Defending members' pay, benefits and conditions is a core Union principle and Nautilus continues to fight for fair workplaces throughout the pandemic.Fri, 15 Jan 2021 10:56:26 Z2021-05-01T10:41:54Z702fc2b4-d920-467b-b784-0480417cff3ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cruise-industry-delays-2021-sailings-due-to-ongoing-covid-19-crisis/Several large cruise companies have cancelled planned March 2021 sailings, and many won’t start now until April or May 2021 in a blow to industry plans to sail back to financial health.Fri, 15 Jan 2021 09:48:32 Z2021-01-15T10:58:17Z1a17fc9e-ab93-4205-8d7f-159aec31d3cahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/singapore-crew-changes-cancelled/Crew changes through Singapore have been thrown into disarray as airlines demand proof of negative Covid-19 tests, despite seafarers being exempted from the new rules.Fri, 15 Jan 2021 09:05:08 Z2021-01-18T15:30:56Z9d667c82-63d8-46a3-961f-aa51816e6deehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uber-boats-by-thames-clippers-agrees-improved-self-isolation-support/Uber Boats by Thames Clippers agrees improved self isolation supportThu, 14 Jan 2021 17:56:34 Z2021-01-15T10:58:17Z57e378b6-e5c7-4466-9ef9-1f1748ca1339https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/protech-updates-on-brexit-and-covid-for-members/Nautilus members are invited to hear updates on the latest developments for maritime on Brexit and Covid-19 at an online professional and technical meeting on 26 January 2021.Thu, 14 Jan 2021 17:25:46 Z2021-01-25T12:46:17Z81b291ae-54e3-4063-b31c-706db3b46217https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-updates-covid-test-and-quarantine-exemption-certificate-for-uk-arrivals/Nautilus has updated its key worker exemption from mandatory quarantine and proof of negative Covid-19 test documentation, used by seafarers on arrival in the UK.Thu, 14 Jan 2021 16:54:17 Z2021-03-22T16:39:51Z7979c3a3-d791-4bb7-b80a-a966b586d1f5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/crew-matters-app-with-links-to-nautilus-launched-by-isle-of-man-ship-registry/Nautilus has welcomed a new Crew Matters app launched by the Isle of Man Ship Registry, which also features services offed by the Union.Thu, 14 Jan 2021 16:37:35 Z2021-01-15T10:58:17Z85edc3d9-9bbf-46a6-a89b-0ece44010513https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/netherlands-imposes-mandatory-covid-rapid-testing-for-inbound-travel/Passengers to the Netherlands on planes and ferries from England, including truck drivers, must be in possession of a negative rapid test taken immediately before departure.Thu, 14 Jan 2021 16:23:20 Z2021-01-18T15:31:54Z79ec75c2-1238-46c7-acec-f1032b132c68https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/propel-interview/When it comes to career planning, existing platforms like LinkedIn aren't always a good fit for seafarers. Rob Coston speaks to Fraser Matthew about PROPEL, a company he has created with two partners to give maritime professionals the same technological advantages enjoyed by shore-based workersThu, 14 Jan 2021 16:20:41 Z2021-01-15T23:59:58Z161c2858-4f93-4b24-84f7-336a9de8bf9dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/pride-in-maritime-network-lgbt-initiatives-flagged/Maritime UK's Pride in Maritime Network held its biggest online meeting yet ahead of LGBT+ History Month in February, which heard exciting initiatives are underway.Thu, 14 Jan 2021 15:03:02 Z2021-02-10T10:56:29Ze8d8c9e7-bb59-4235-a912-79d02915d24fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/carisbrooke-pay-offer-accepted/Members working for Carisbrooke Shipping have accepted a two-year pay offer from the company.Thu, 14 Jan 2021 15:01:00 Z2021-01-20T17:21:36Z9dd6707e-0079-4ebd-8a79-6397def5aab6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/brexit-agreement-leaves-unanswered-questions-for-maritime-sector/The eleventh-hour agreement between the UK and the European Union (EU) came as a relief to seafarers and the maritime industry more widely, after growing fears that the UK could revert to World Trade Organization (WTO) terms on 1 January 2021 without any time to prepare for the more profound changes that this would entail.Thu, 14 Jan 2021 14:11:47 Z2021-01-15T10:58:17Zc0dc24e8-870f-46c7-b25c-f2011c7008cahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/hanson-pay-rise-deal-agreed/Members have voted to accept a pay deal at Hanson Ship Management.Thu, 14 Jan 2021 10:13:00 Z2021-01-20T17:20:49Z6ee3e97d-aed6-419a-95c6-9522869b9c1chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-jab-for-a-job/They have been hailed as a game changer for the cruise industry, so could approved Covid-19 vaccines become mandatory for travel and visa requirements, and could non-compliance be a barrier to employment? Helen Kelly considers the future of biosecurity in a post-Covid worldWed, 13 Jan 2021 16:06:23 Z2021-02-10T14:00:12Ze60e4665-701f-4be5-ba4a-e52de0e44f14https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/keyworkers-exempt-from-mandatory-covid-test-rules-for-inbound-travel/The UK government has confirmed that seafarers who are travelling for employment are exempted from the requirement to take a PCR or equivalent Covid-19 test not more than 72 hours before boarding their mode of transport to the UK.Wed, 13 Jan 2021 14:19:55 Z2021-01-18T15:32:39Ze460312f-7aba-4ae9-b0fb-fe0288e1c37ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/financial-fallout-the-collateral-damage-of-the-covid-19-pandemic-in-the-maritime-industry/Solent University study gets to grips with the financial impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on seafarers. Followed by other research findings presented to an online conference organised by World Maritime University in November 2020.Mon, 11 Jan 2021 17:06:22 Z2021-02-02T09:42:57Z8295f6e0-fdc8-4c43-948a-f3dc2a2ecff8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/report-brands-irish-marine-casualty-investigation-board-not-fit-for-purpose/A new report presented to the Irish legislature (Oireachtas) has found that the country's Marine Casualty Investigation Board (MCIB) is 'not fit for purpose'Mon, 11 Jan 2021 15:55:50 Z2021-01-15T10:58:17Zeba1fce2-aa87-409e-9882-3a47a5827897https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-helps-seafarers-stranded-by-new-covid-restrictions-return-home-from-the-netherlands-to-the-uk/Nautilus industrial officers have helped stranded seafarers to return home from the Netherlands after they were trapped by travel restrictions.Mon, 11 Jan 2021 14:47:46 Z2021-01-18T15:33:15Ze0dde22c-45fb-4c9f-a906-4d5d180634f3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/superyacht-leadership-recognised/Captain Robbie Fox has been announced as winner of the 2020 John Percival Leadership Award – an accolade paying tribute to high standards and professionalism in the superyacht sector.Mon, 11 Jan 2021 14:23:09 Z2021-01-15T10:58:17Z97e4badb-56f3-474c-bc29-6c7f0dc6e94bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pla-pension-review/Nautilus members at the Port of London Authority (PLA) have voted to accept a new pensions scheme.Mon, 11 Jan 2021 14:20:41 Z2021-01-15T16:42:43Z5b1b5ee5-ba08-4833-a490-0b50f698eb0ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/financial-issues-help-is-just-a-call-away-with-sail/Seafarers can find themselves in financial hardship for all kinds of reasons. Fortunately, there is a completely free helpline available with decades of experience in dealing with the issues that seafarers faceMon, 11 Jan 2021 08:21:58 Z2021-01-15T23:56:03Zfc22280c-7d6a-4e85-aace-025ef411f9f9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-secures-improved-severance-packages-at-hal/Nautilus efforts have resulted in improved severance packages for officers who are being made redundant by Holland America Line (HAL).Fri, 08 Jan 2021 17:15:17 Z2021-01-15T10:58:17Zfe9dbba9-6bf6-4438-8b88-c4abcbddc789https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rever-agrees-march-rota-review-as-union-pushes-back-on-unsafe-crew-schedules/Nautilus has challenged Rever Dive Tech's and Rever Offshore's Covid-19 plans to continue indefinitely with extended crewing proposals.Fri, 08 Jan 2021 17:12:08 Z2021-02-10T10:01:52Z47a5c708-c826-413f-923e-236788c873e5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/martin-foley-chief-executive-officer-european-regional-coordinator-stella-maris-on-charitys-pivotal-role/Maritime charity column: Martin Foley chief executive officer/ European regional coordinator Stella Maris on its pivotal roleFri, 08 Jan 2021 16:33:16 Z2021-02-05T16:02:37Z1fb74202-a521-48e2-9ad9-82166758091ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/yacht-crew-advised-to-check-post-brexit-requirements-for-work-related-travel/Nautilus has advised superyacht crew to check the requirements for joining yachts in Europe post-Brexit.Fri, 08 Jan 2021 15:32:56 Z2021-12-14T16:06:41Zd3523857-05bf-4592-b4e3-131ffaf1f5cdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-uk-appoints-new-chair-and-vice-chair/Maritime UK appoints new chair and vice chairFri, 08 Jan 2021 15:08:06 Z2021-01-15T10:58:17Z2096bbe8-f65a-4a89-8596-42323aff488dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-issues-scam-warning-to-jobseekers-about-abl-shipping-ltd-and-maritime-centre-uk/The International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) is warning seafarers about two websites that scam people who are looking for work.Fri, 08 Jan 2021 14:43:51 Z2021-01-15T10:58:17Zb262692e-487c-4726-b1b2-aed2bd3fbd96https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-warns-yacht-members-to-beware-new-covid-travel-rules/Nautilus is warning members who serve on superyachts and pleasure craft to check whether they are exempt from travel bans brought in by European countries in response to a new strain of Covid-19.Fri, 08 Jan 2021 14:23:12 Z2021-01-18T15:36:17Z2622f00d-eb38-43f8-bf16-3a060d7b5048https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-mariners-park-manager-honoured-with-maritime-sector-award/Nautilus Mariners' Park's care home manager, Jane Davies, has received maritime sector and government recognition for her significant contribution to seafarers' welfare.Thu, 07 Jan 2021 16:55:48 Z2021-01-18T10:53:42Z58ee88ea-898e-410e-8fe2-fe1635d67d23https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-maritime-services-new-owner-reassures-on-tupe-terms/P&O Maritime Services new owner reassures on TUPE termsThu, 07 Jan 2021 14:53:57 Z2021-01-15T10:58:17Z1b0713b1-a60d-4665-bb77-bd5c813894f2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dutch-safety-board-calls-for-clampdown-on-river-cruise-safety-following-western-scheldt-collision/Nautilus International is backing demands from Dutch safety experts for a far-reaching clampdown on the operating standards of river cruise vessels.Wed, 06 Jan 2021 10:00:00 Z2021-01-15T10:58:17Zbdaef2d4-75d4-4343-a208-2a039e08b895https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rope-safety-check-failures-led-to-serious-injuries/The challenges facing crew members in checking the safety of life-saving equipment have been highlighted once again following an accident in which three seafarers suffered serious injuries when a rescue boat fell 17m into the sea during a drill.Tue, 05 Jan 2021 16:35:00 Z2021-01-15T10:58:17Z50c2cf2e-c56e-4334-92bc-1a1630a68344https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/philippines-suspends-crew-changes/According to the Philippines Port Authority (PPA) these new measures, which last until 15 January, have been suggested by the country’s National Task Force against Covid-19 in an attempt to prevent a more infectious strain of Covid-19 from entering the country.Tue, 05 Jan 2021 15:00:00 Z2021-01-15T10:58:17Zefdbbb33-e65b-4ad7-86d2-7884de0ebc8chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-oppose-maersk-job-cuts-in-new-video/A new video produced by Nautilus highlights the impact of proposed forced redundancies and pay reductions on a group of Dutch seafarers.Tue, 05 Jan 2021 12:02:47 Z2021-01-15T10:58:17Zca0c6fdc-13ff-483e-a96d-46eaf4c51d8dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-maintains-member-support-during-pandemic/Nautilus knows its members are key workers busy keeping ports open and trade and people moving during the global Covid-19 pandemic. That is why, wherever you are so are we. Our offices may once again be shut due to pandemic restrictions and staff working from home, but we remain vigilant to our members' needs. Our helplines remain open and our staff are on hand. Members can contact their Union official, seek legal support and access the full range of benefits via our contacts page.Tue, 05 Jan 2021 11:16:42 Z2021-01-15T10:58:17Zc44d8908-e2b1-4ae3-b394-a4db9e65da3ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/train-officers-in-stress-management/Ships' officers should be trained to deal with stress management and cultural differences among multinational crews, a new study by German maritime medical experts has concluded.Tue, 05 Jan 2021 10:05:00 Z2021-01-15T10:58:17Z4dfe2ad6-f59b-4333-9ab1-9a3498d23ee0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/leading-maritime-professionals-recognised-in-uk-new-years-honours-list/Leading maritime professionals recognised in UK New Year's Honours listThu, 31 Dec 2020 12:16:42 Z2020-12-31T15:43:14Zf21422d5-c812-4a5a-829c-98cb98bbec4bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-approval-of-brexit-deal-but-presses-for-certification-confirmation/Nautilus International has cautiously welcomed approval of the future trade agreement with the European Union (EU) by the UK Parliament. Whilst the deal does not include many of the assurances that the Union has been seeking during the last four years, it does mean that a no-deal Brexit has been avoided.Wed, 30 Dec 2020 13:15:15 Z2020-12-31T09:56:28Z9fb317e9-e5ac-471a-9459-c8570c219c00https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/french-border-reopens-to-uk-arrivals-following-travel-ban/An agreement to reopen the UK-French border has been reached, following the announcement of a 48-hour closure on 20 December as a new variant of Covid-19 spreads across the UK.Wed, 23 Dec 2020 09:46:19 Z2021-01-18T15:39:10Z19da1f61-f6b7-493f-905c-a3d86f036aaehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-updates-guidance-on-oral-examinations/The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has issued an update on online oral exams and the issue of Notice of Eligibilities (NOEs).Wed, 23 Dec 2020 09:37:10 Z2021-01-22T00:20:24Zecbe61d0-4df7-4a07-9852-97383fbc324ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-exemption-from-new-covid-restrictions-recommended-by-european-commission/The European Commission has recommended that seafarers be exempt from new travel restrictions introduced by EU states in response to the emergence of a variant strain of Covid-19 in the UK.Tue, 22 Dec 2020 16:44:23 Z2021-01-15T17:39:27Z1697d7e9-bd32-4df0-a82b-7acdcb77d07ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/psychologists-offer-free-mental-health-services-to-struggling-seafarers/Specialists in seafarer mental health support services are offering seafarers and shore-based staff free access to clinical psychologists and a confidential 24/7 mental health hotline to help them over the festive period.Tue, 22 Dec 2020 14:07:31 Z2020-12-22T14:32:52Zffc7fc99-2ab8-4d6d-94c3-ae0a985f2137https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-demands-maersk-stop-forced-redundancies/Union demands Maersk stop forced redundanciesTue, 22 Dec 2020 11:06:46 Z2020-12-22T11:23:32Zd24d494c-a45a-4000-8aed-a439d5321e82https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dutch-seafarer-stranded-in-uk/A Dutch seafarer planning on Monday to sign off from his Dutch flag vessel in an English port has become a victim of travel bans imposed by continental European countries from the UK.Mon, 21 Dec 2020 18:12:30 Z2020-12-21T18:16:53Z99f5f124-b354-4099-9dcf-d4706b6dac51https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/travel-bans-delay-officers-in-germany/UK officers en route to joining a ship on Monday were stuck in Germany for 12 hours, in conditions that did not allow for social distancing, and without any food or drink, according to Nautilus International.Mon, 21 Dec 2020 17:33:36 Z2020-12-21T18:05:37Z16f2e3f9-c448-4810-ad0b-f1441b07ecb2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/charterers-aggravating-crew-change-crisis-says-imo/Charterers' are aggravating the ongoing crew change crisis and further threatening the safety of navigation with their 'no crew change' clauses, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) secretary-general Kitack Lim said.Mon, 21 Dec 2020 17:01:50 Z2020-12-21T17:59:54Zfc72c5cc-11af-48fa-8acf-f4ac8499b5e3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-online-book-club-launched-for-maritime-professionals-to-delve-deeper-into-issues-of-race-and-inequality/Industry body Maritime UK is launching an informal personal development programme for 2021 where maritime professionals can learn about and discuss issues of racial inequality through an online book club.Mon, 21 Dec 2020 16:20:17 Z2020-12-21T17:35:04Za5fce0de-acfe-40a6-b83b-0ee7b77eafc0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/investment-firm-fidelity-backs-global-efforts-to-resolve-crew-change-crisis/Investment firm Fidelity has joined the campaign to designate seafarers as key workers – declaring that the crew change crisis is 'not just a shipping problem, but first a humanitarian crisis and then a global supply chain risk.'Mon, 21 Dec 2020 16:07:40 Z2020-12-21T17:58:42Zfa10a437-4e9d-4942-83ec-1dc4536fcf50https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pope-speaks-out-on-crew-change-crisis/Pope Francis has expressed concern for stranded seafarers affected by the crew change crisis and called on governments to do all they can to repatriate them.Mon, 21 Dec 2020 16:00:28 Z2020-12-21T18:01:19Z3a817a6c-43e5-44eb-9d90-f592d6f9c2e6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/no-financial-imperatives-for-companies-to-get-crews-home-says-nautilus-engineer/Podcast: 'No financial imperatives' for companies to get crews home, says Nautilus engineerMon, 21 Dec 2020 14:56:25 Z2020-12-29T10:18:50Z0fa09b10-ccaf-4b99-ba10-4f71ac032f31https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/blog-articles/there-are-glimmers-of-hope/I have to confess that the news around the world does not make for cheerful reading and while there are some lights at the end of the tunnel, the tunnel still looks pretty dark and long.Mon, 21 Dec 2020 14:48:00 Z2021-05-13T14:41:43Z5c2be326-8387-4135-a343-4d03180c7b0ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/mapping-a-merchant-navy-career-with-the-careers-at-sea-ambassadors/Mapping a Merchant Navy career with the Careers at Sea AmbassadorsMon, 21 Dec 2020 13:14:35 Z2021-05-20T13:22:15Z69748ade-7011-4ef2-beab-676b59f4ed0bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-issues-travel-ban-warning-to-members/Nautilus is warning members seeking to join vessels on the continent they may face disruptions caused by travel restrictions and border closures imposed by several European countries from midnight on Sunday. Members transiting these countries could also be delayed, the Union warned.Mon, 21 Dec 2020 12:59:52 Z2020-12-21T13:54:00Zc545dbd7-03c1-4ea7-9b36-f617e8b0049chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/no-more-excuses-for-denying-seafarers-their-rights/Nautilus International, the Union for maritime professionals, has welcomed a ruling by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) that found governments have breached seafarers’ rights and failed to comply with several provisions of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) during the Covid-19 pandemic.Thu, 17 Dec 2020 15:34:47 Z2020-12-21T18:03:18Z38f1cdb3-4706-4b19-b31a-a3b944c1d782https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pioneering-maritime-interview-pool-expands/Pioneering maritime interview pool expandsThu, 17 Dec 2020 11:21:19 Z2020-12-17T17:34:48Zc76aba98-8c20-4726-bc54-8efc43702b5dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/new-nautilus-podcast-reveals-family-impact-of-crew-change-crisis/The wife of a seafarer has revealed the devastating impact on those left behind by the crew change crisis in a new podcast recorded as part of the Union's Crew Change for Christmas campaign.Wed, 16 Dec 2020 15:57:55 Z2020-12-22T09:25:07Zdec5355a-5383-4361-a941-c94b20505179https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/creating-change-christmas-campaign-seeks-long-term-solution-to-crew-change-crisis/With many seafarers facing a second December away from home, Nautilus launched its campaign in late 2020 calling for government and industry to carry out as many crew changes as possible to 'deliver seafarers home for Christmas'.Wed, 16 Dec 2020 13:19:35 Z2020-12-21T16:43:11Z727c112e-529b-43a5-878c-7771fff6c5e0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-warns-expat-members-to-check-bank-services-ahead-of-december-31-brexit-deadline/British expats living in Europe could have their UK bank accounts closed from December 31 due to post-Brexit financial rule changes.Wed, 16 Dec 2020 09:41:44 Z2020-12-16T21:23:13Zea086fd6-e890-45c3-a5e1-444ed5cef213https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-slater-fund-aids-covid-19-redundancy-and-retraining-bursary/The Maritime Charities Group (MCG) has announced that its new redundancy and retraining bursary fund for seafarers affected by the Covid-19 crisis has doubled to £40,000, thanks to extra donations from Trinity House and the Nautilus Slater Fund.Wed, 16 Dec 2020 09:39:38 Z2020-12-17T15:47:52Zab0709a5-b6f9-4b2f-b0a5-1b7836801fa3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-urges-action-from-countries-that-are-dragging-heels-on-recognition-of-seafarers-as-key-workers/The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is asking all remaining countries to ensure that they recognise seafarers as key workers during the Covid-19 crisis.Tue, 15 Dec 2020 16:42:40 Z2020-12-29T10:22:19Zaa92750f-a54c-4315-9a0b-720b223f3253https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/santa-of-the-seas-delivers-cheer-to-cruise-crew/Cruiseship crew locked down on vessels anchored off the UK coast received some festive cheer from Sailors' Society centre manager Simon Mobsby – dubbed 'Santa of the sea'.Tue, 15 Dec 2020 14:08:24 Z2020-12-15T14:12:01Zfd661540-b7d3-4706-9bd3-a000a3c2262dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/adapting-to-a-post-pandemic-world-with-the-2030-vision/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson's New Year message on adapting to a post-pandemic world with the Union's 2030 Vision.Tue, 15 Dec 2020 10:30:00 Z2021-01-18T17:45:17Zc2f2da2c-cb49-486c-b032-deee83768486https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/hurtigruten-global-it-systems-hit-by-cyber-attack/Norwegian ferry company Hurtigruten had its global IT systems knocked out by a cyber attack on Monday (14 December).Mon, 14 Dec 2020 16:26:39 Z2020-12-14T16:38:36Zfc73d079-80d0-4cb7-8c75-299d2ff362b9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/career-transitions-staying-at-sea-michael-toop-found-his-place-on-a-superyacht/Coming ashore is not the only way to develop and enrich a career in maritime. Nautilus member Michael Toop has sought new challenges by switching between sectors.Mon, 14 Dec 2020 14:56:40 Z2021-03-25T10:35:35Z6bd894c6-a834-479a-861f-e579087fdb3dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/career-transitions-from-bridge-to-bridge-how-captain-mike-nicholson-moved-shoreside/From bridge to bridge: how Captain Mike Nicholson moved shoresideMon, 14 Dec 2020 14:34:23 Z2021-01-16T00:00:57Z4d7443de-ad02-4343-8afd-15d1a1497b37https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/is-2021-the-year-to-move-ashore/The crew change crisis took its toll. Nautilus' research shows that many seafarers are now considering a career change, either moving ashore or just leaving the maritime industry.Mon, 14 Dec 2020 12:26:18 Z2023-08-11T12:34:28Z893c4806-868a-4b71-9136-8cea00e37eddhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-marathon-not-a-sprint-closing-the-gender-pay-gap-in-uk-maritime/The Maritime HR Association has released the findings of its UK gender pay gap analysis for 2020, revealing that progress on equality in the workplace is still slow.Fri, 11 Dec 2020 15:02:12 Z2020-12-11T17:24:56Z46c5d885-8e60-4cfb-9c39-ff05a1ca25a6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-time-to-reflect--a-commodores-thoughts-on-the-rfa-as-he-heads-into-retirement/Commodore Duncan Lamb, the outgoing head of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary, talks to Helen Kelly about his five years at the helm of the Royal Navy's civilian support service and what might come nextFri, 11 Dec 2020 12:16:15 Z2020-12-11T14:45:29Z1411e44e-ebcd-4390-8c8b-6ae7031f80c1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-members-vote-to-accept-pay-offer/Nautilus International members serving with the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) have voted to accept this year's pay offer.Thu, 10 Dec 2020 16:46:54 Z2020-12-10T16:53:05Zea53d079-7f69-41b8-8929-9d01e4a78e27https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-video-stresses-that-seafarer-rights-are-human-rights/The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has released a new video to mark the International Day of Human Rights.Thu, 10 Dec 2020 16:12:31 Z2020-12-15T16:55:56Z0b611dec-7b0c-45b7-bd79-611eb9eab179https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-claws-back-over-700k-in-wages-owed-to-superyacht-members/Nautilus has managed to claw back over £700k in wages owed to superyacht crew during the past year in cases that expose the shocking lack of care that crew are subjected to by employers.Thu, 10 Dec 2020 10:58:56 Z2021-04-08T14:51:21Z5cf94597-53f1-4790-9ef0-13f0c264e077https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/mick-howarth-welfare-services-manager-nautilus-welfare-fund-welcomes-the-rolling-out-the-covid-19-vaccine-at-mariners-park/Maritime charity column: Mick Howarth welfare services manager Nautilus Welfare Fund on rolling out the Covid-19 vaccine at Mariners' ParkThu, 10 Dec 2020 10:56:27 Z2020-12-10T12:31:21Zbfb194c8-1cd8-421c-b39e-a57fe3e710ffhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/governments-come-under-pressure-at-un-and-ilo-to-designate-seafarers-as-key-workers/The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) says that governments are under increasing pressure to designate seafarers as key workersWed, 09 Dec 2020 15:58:14 Z2020-12-15T16:06:47Ze574c40c-6d9e-4b42-85cb-4c6126d8955bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-covid-19-hardship-grant-available-for-members/Nautilus members hit financially by the coronavirus pandemic are now eligible for a Nautilus Covid-19 hardship grant being administered by the Seafarers Advice and Assistance Line (SAIL).Wed, 09 Dec 2020 15:41:10 Z2021-01-22T00:10:54Ze2f094fc-ad70-4f57-b7e4-b80c2215b3dbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-members-nautilus-champion-charlie-gibbons/Meet members: interview with Nautilus Champion Charlie GibbonsWed, 09 Dec 2020 12:38:59 Z2021-03-10T13:50:02Z6091bd24-f75a-4813-aa45-eb1f8d564863https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-inner-circle-how-lay-reps-support-the-fight-for-fairness-at-work/As a Nautilus lay rep, you can help protect colleagues and build better conditions in your workplace.Wed, 09 Dec 2020 11:26:24 Z2020-12-09T16:36:02Zdf844415-12f3-4267-ad30-b46f7ec55154https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-guidance-for-maritime-companies-on-mental-health-policy-planning-for-seafarers/Maritime employers have been urged to use a new guide – Mentally Healthy Ships – to help them implement policies and practices to ensure seafarer mental health.Wed, 09 Dec 2020 10:49:42 Z2020-12-09T12:46:52Zec2b2a0c-c590-410f-b47f-1d22e30bb81ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/recognition-for-former-falklands-master-and-port-marine-safety-code-leader-captain-chris-locke/Former Falkland Islands marine officer and harbour master Chris Locke expresses complete surprise at being awarded the Merchant Navy Medal for services to ports and seafarer welfare.Tue, 08 Dec 2020 16:59:55 Z2020-12-10T09:55:39Zf8af50f9-9769-4ffe-95b7-e62448a223ffhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipowners-urged-to-stock-up-on-sanitary-products-during-pandemic/Nautilus is urging shipowners and operators to stock up on sanitary products for crew who may be onboard longer than anticipated due to the coronavirus pandemic.Tue, 08 Dec 2020 16:56:41 Z2020-12-14T13:48:55Zbeff752f-5fc4-4828-b137-eefc3de4e5c5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/daring-rescue--all-in-a-days-work-says-youngest-ever-merchant-navy-medal-winner/Cruiseship officer describes how his emergency training 'absolutely kicked in' and praises fellow crew for their part in saving three men's lives at seaTue, 08 Dec 2020 16:47:05 Z2021-07-08T14:05:56Za65cf678-a705-4006-9e37-69a074617e09https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/equality-and-diversity-forum/New Nautilus Equality and Diversity Forum format kicks offTue, 08 Dec 2020 16:42:50 Z2020-12-11T09:10:38Z8024d3bd-0f4a-4c88-ac60-5ab43cc65696https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wanted-memories-of-maritime-lgbt-group-shore-leave/LGBT+ History Month will be taking place in February 2021, and Nautilus is seeking to make a contribution to the event by following up an intriguing historical lead from the Union's archives.Tue, 08 Dec 2020 15:26:04 Z2020-12-08T16:32:53Z9e297337-da8a-46ba-ac9c-3eac1a15addehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/care-ashore-centenary-celebrations-postponed-but-not-forgotten/The maritime welfare charity Care Ashore is looking to 2021 as the new opportunity to celebrate its centenary, as Covid-19 has wiped out the possibility of communal events in 2020.Tue, 08 Dec 2020 15:09:35 Z2020-12-10T09:17:13Z5344d9ee-c0e0-4a7d-9e16-803d0f53d943https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/south-shields-marine-school-offers-online-learning-through-pandemic/South Shields Marine School has created a new learning model during to Covid-19 pandemic so that students at home and abroad are able to gain access to its courses despite lockdowns.Tue, 08 Dec 2020 14:48:28 Z2020-12-14T13:46:45Z0a92a03a-6a5f-41c7-b83f-a8d6cd64082ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-urges-fair-working-conditions-in-swiss-port-infrastructure-financed-with-public-tax-money/Nautilus will seek to ensure fair working conditions for maritime professionals when newly approved port infrastructure is built in Basel.Tue, 08 Dec 2020 12:29:22 Z2020-12-09T16:48:54Zf09464c3-8d1e-48c3-9909-e6e057a8e6bdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/thinking-outside-the-box-necessary-during-covid-19-says-superyacht-purser/To be a purser aboard a superyacht during Covid-19 has required the ability to come up with a 'plan C', according to a Nautilus yacht member whose job is to manage crew changes.Tue, 08 Dec 2020 12:08:10 Z2020-12-22T09:25:40Z8cb10106-647e-4072-9131-73690e9f4f86https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-prosecutes-greek-company-over-hatch-cover-death/Greek ship management company Sky Mare Navigation has been fined £120,000 and ordered to pay £23,973 in legal costs following the death of a seafarer in February 2018.Mon, 07 Dec 2020 12:43:09 Z2020-12-07T12:54:00Z7fab6589-40f8-4e59-a6bc-a2b954ca87dchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/etf-calls-on-eu-member-states-to-prioritise-seafarers-this-christmas/The European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) has called on the transport ministers of European Union member states to prioritise seafarers' needs in the run-up to Christmas.Mon, 07 Dec 2020 12:34:42 Z2020-12-15T16:28:13Zd0a3bf44-d839-4126-b143-637cdf06adb3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/fatal-incident-exposes-the-risk-to-seafarers-from-fumigated-cargoes/An investigation into an incident in which one seafarer died and three others had to be evacuated from their ship after exposure to hydrogen phosphide gas has prompted calls for a radical overhaul of the rules governing fumigated cargoes.Mon, 07 Dec 2020 12:23:26 Z2020-12-07T13:22:20Z1c613b0c-b7e6-44b9-b8c7-c95da4babbf1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/treatment-of-covid-positive-seafarer-shows-lack-of-consideration-by-health-authorities/The plight of a seafarer diagnosed with Covid-19 has highlighted the inadequate response of health authorities to maritime professionals who contract the virus while on duty.Mon, 07 Dec 2020 12:16:55 Z2020-12-07T12:38:21Z2dde64ab-dc06-4b3b-9987-32b580fec8b7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rhib-owner-fined-after-vessel-collision/Isle of May Boat Trips Ltd has been fined £12,000 at Dundee Sheriff Court after a passenger in a rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) suffered life-changing injuries during a collision.Fri, 04 Dec 2020 18:30:12 Z2020-12-07T11:07:32Zdf819f21-664a-4283-97fd-9a8137f401bfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-must-be-a-priority-for-covid-vaccine-say-maritime-organisations/Key maritime organisations have asked the UK government to treat seafarers as a priority group for vaccination against Covid-19.Fri, 04 Dec 2020 15:35:03 Z2021-01-22T17:23:09Zb257453c-bbcd-438c-b031-161b19f52d86https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ensure-no-crew-change-clauses-do-not-breach-mlc-nautilus-warns/Nautilus International is warning charterers and operators to ensure that so-called 'no crew change' clauses do not violate the rights of seafarers.Fri, 04 Dec 2020 11:29:19 Z2020-12-15T16:28:58Z542c6034-6e83-4931-ac5e-6cf605384c7chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/initiatives-for-increased-diversity-floated-at-virtual-ethnicity-in-maritime-meeting/Initiatives for increased diversity floated at virtual Ethnicity in Maritime meetingThu, 03 Dec 2020 14:34:21 Z2020-12-08T15:39:13Zdb8aea74-949d-4526-b40b-56d117f953d4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-minister-flags-support-for-further-smart-funding-extension/Nautilus International has welcomed UK ministerial support for its request for a further six-month extension of SMarT funding for maritime trainees during the Covid-19 crisis.Wed, 02 Dec 2020 17:07:39 Z2021-01-22T00:25:15Z4a2385e3-104f-4b4b-9464-3a77950ec0e2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-podcast-reveals-the-true-mental-fatigue-of-the-crew-change-crisis/In a new podcast released by Nautilus International, Dutch third engineer Alex van den Berg describes the agony of seafarers waiting for a crew change during the coronavirus pandemic as akin to 'being in prison without knowing the length of the sentence.'Wed, 02 Dec 2020 16:50:17 Z2020-12-22T09:26:43Z72f93bd5-9b9f-4e6f-b43b-ae3cde7c8d93https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-of-the-association-of-average-adjusters-donate-to-seafarers-covid-19-appeal/Members of the Association of Average Adjusters (AAA) have given more than £5,000 to the Seafarers Covid-19 Emergency Appeal, which is run by maritime charity Seafarers UK.Wed, 02 Dec 2020 16:41:45 Z2020-12-07T11:07:32Z05d898bc-b777-4cef-832a-4f9fb5da3136https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sailors-society-appoints-new-port-chaplain-for-southampton/Maritime welfare charity Sailor's Society has appointed Reverend Frans Sahetapy as its Southampton port chaplain.Wed, 02 Dec 2020 16:33:56 Z2020-12-07T11:07:32Z94399588-049b-457c-bb3f-7f7b2e95a892https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/un-passes-resolution-to-tackle-crew-change-crisis/The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a resolution to address the crew change crisis.Wed, 02 Dec 2020 16:24:15 Z2020-12-21T18:04:11Zf09e1c44-2461-459e-86f2-9edd549c20eahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-shares-details-of-subscription-rates-for-2021/Nautilus International has revealed modest rises to UK subscription rates and has also increased professional protection levels for members.Tue, 01 Dec 2020 13:21:11 Z2020-12-07T11:07:32Zf14f622b-eb68-4030-b3fd-9cc260e3e097https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/covid-cant-cancel-christmas/It can be tough to be away from home at Christmas, but seafarer centres around the UK are determined to make Christmas as good as possible for 2020.Tue, 01 Dec 2020 08:31:00 Z2020-12-01T14:43:31Za34bf5ad-cc71-4b5a-83ba-310807eb94efhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-council-debates-simulator-training-proposals-ahead-of-uk-trial/The Nautilus Council hosted a debate on the Merchant Navy Training Board's (MNTB) proposed simulator training trial for UK cadets. The November 25 debate was held ahead of official consultation on the proposals to be launched in January.Mon, 30 Nov 2020 16:50:32 Z2022-08-17T09:59:46Z631c4484-8527-4e45-a842-77ca6d30ce0fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-campaign-aims-to-deliver-seafarers-home-for-christmas/With many seafarers facing a second December away from home, Nautilus is calling for government and industry to carry out as many crew changes as possible to 'deliver seafarers home for Christmas'.Mon, 30 Nov 2020 16:49:28 Z2020-12-16T17:22:52Z93acc280-a806-4883-8524-b3e57d875dc8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-maritime-anchor-fund-launched-to-support-seafarers-through-covid-19/Seafarers UK has created the new UK Maritime Anchor Fund to provide comprehensive support for working-age seafarers who are experiencing hardship due to the coronavirus crisis.Mon, 30 Nov 2020 14:12:31 Z2021-08-10T11:49:00Z3310f96d-d263-4277-90f0-f3ec173c5a47https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/industry-experts-join-forces-to-assess-maritime-training/The UK's new Maritime Skills Commission (MSC) issued its first Annual Report at the end of October. Rob Coston takes a look at the commission's progress in 2020.Mon, 30 Nov 2020 12:06:10 Z2020-12-01T18:27:18Zbbff625a-8308-4934-99a7-f4a6885adaa2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-low-carbon-innovation-forum/A maritime 'zero-low carbon' innovation forum is being planned for September 2021 which will highlight the environmental and health benefits of moving to alternative fuels.Mon, 30 Nov 2020 11:58:20 Z2020-11-30T14:04:27Z1cb0f073-6df9-4ec7-8f8d-15fb861bad86https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cargo-crane-fatality-prompts-safety-recommendations-from-maib/The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has made safety recommendations following a fatal crushing accident aboard the UK-registered cargo vessel Karina C.Fri, 27 Nov 2020 15:33:31 Z2020-11-27T17:23:40Z19936bba-5042-4ccf-9de8-5398c1b43dc7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/hiv-aids-the-forgotten-pandemic/HIV continues to be a major public health concern, and now the Covid-19 pandemic could prevent people recognising that they have the virus and disrupt vital services. Ahead of World Aids Day on 1 December , we consider the ongoing risks for seafarers of not getting tested and how living with HIV should be a 'non-issue'Thu, 26 Nov 2020 17:02:40 Z2020-11-26T17:27:42Za0ba2114-813d-4f50-9597-ec55b99b5b97https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/calls-grow-for-terrestrial-back-up-plans-in-case-of-satellite-failure/Concerns are increasing among Nautilus members about the worldwide abandonment of land-based alternatives to satellite communications.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 16:36:19 Z2022-08-17T09:57:26Zfd47388d-e182-4430-80b1-c4f531b2307chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mlc-law-change-to-protect-pay-for-seafarers-captured-by-pirates/Nautilus has welcomed the introduction of new international employment rights for seafarers captured by pirates, which come into force on 26 December 2020.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 11:23:24 Z2020-11-26T11:34:35Z98a152e7-9b26-4dc7-8d0c-29d379d1c0eehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-employers-responsible-for-seafarers-transiting-spain-under-new-pandemic-testing-rules/Seafarers may be exempt from new Covid-19 negative testing (PCR) rules imposed on travellers entering Spain.Wed, 25 Nov 2020 17:40:38 Z2023-06-28T09:43:28Z76597182-0d64-48a5-975a-4ca6d850662bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cruiseship-member-wins-accolade-for-top-recruitment-efforts/Nautilus cruiseship lay rep Steve May has been named as the Union's 2019 winner of a special recruitment campaign at the Union's 46th Council meeting.Wed, 25 Nov 2020 17:08:51 Z2020-11-25T17:17:38Z9fcb6f37-bcf1-41ff-90ea-ed613c811e4bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/short-term-pain-long-term-change/A 'grim' outlook for world trade and fallout from the Covid-19 pandemic will cause major disruption for shipping and seafarers, according to a new Review of Maritime Transport issued by the United NationsWed, 25 Nov 2020 14:24:21 Z2020-11-26T20:05:16Z58b0feb4-71ba-4c85-9db1-555f243c9c3fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/superyacht-membership-grows-during-pandemic/Superyacht crew have continued to drive an increase in Nautilus International membership in 2020 as seafarers sought help and security during the pandemic.Wed, 25 Nov 2020 11:17:18 Z2020-11-25T14:12:24Z0fdf7adc-cbfa-49c7-beac-de86d2b59382https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/glasgow-cadet-honoured-with-bevis-minter-award-by-nautilus-uk/Jake Napoli has received the prestigious Bevis Minter Award, which honours officer trainees who show great determination and overcome significant challenges in pursuit of a maritime career.Wed, 25 Nov 2020 11:09:13 Z2022-08-17T10:00:22Z91bea4aa-94fa-4294-9ad4-7c85e1a5dbbchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/canada-national-welfare-board/International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) national co-ordinator Peter Lahay has become a founding co-chair of a new National Seafarers Welfare Board (NSWB) in Canada.Wed, 25 Nov 2020 10:47:09 Z2020-11-25T10:53:44Z0c0718e0-cb23-4487-9144-ac5e8f0e7dcehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/covid-19-financial-support/Many UK seafarers are facing financial hardship through no fault of their own, either because they are unable to join their ship or because they cannot claim financial support from the government as their employers are not UK businesses.Tue, 24 Nov 2020 17:48:23 Z2022-08-17T10:00:47Z9c75d16b-99db-4cc3-8ce8-de1d73174b38https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/our-living-history-explorer/Since the article we ran earlier in 2020 on maritime museums, readers have been writing in with information about their own local historic ships around the UK – many of which use the expertise of volunteers from the seafaring community for restoration, maintenance and even operation. Here we have the story of the Explorer, sent in by SS Explorer Preservation Society volunteer Allan DicksonTue, 24 Nov 2020 12:18:00 Z2020-11-24T13:21:18Z9d782c3e-e811-4eff-9ad4-8080d228190ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/our-living-history-west-wales-maritime-heritage-society/Since the article we ran earlier in 2020 on maritime museums, readers have been writing in with information about their own local museums and historic ships around the UK – many of which use the expertise of volunteers from the seafaring community for restoration, maintenance and even operation. Here we have the story of the West Wales Maritime Heritage Society, sent in by volunteer Rob PhillipsTue, 24 Nov 2020 12:18:00 Z2020-11-24T13:21:47Zf244e229-9b6f-432f-a71f-69cd779ef8a3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/our-living-history-queen-mary/Since the article we ran earlier in 2020 on maritime museums, readers have been writing in with information about their own local historic ships around the UK – many of which use the expertise of volunteers from the seafaring community for restoration, maintenance and even operation. Here we have the story of the TS Queen Mary, sent in by Iain Sim, chairman of the Friends of TS Queen MaryTue, 24 Nov 2020 12:18:00 Z2020-11-24T22:03:47Z2eb09621-c002-4382-8af1-cfe1cd612203https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/hms-beagle-travel-in-time-online/This year has seen the 200th anniversary of the launch of HMS Beagle, which was famously Charles Darwin's exploration ship, but also served the UK Coastguard as a watch vessel stationed at Paglesham in Essex – where its remains are now believed to be buried in the estuary mud.Tue, 24 Nov 2020 10:52:07 Z2020-11-24T13:25:58Zac839712-1c46-41f6-a794-abbd10134c46https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/further-moves-to-cut-ship-pollution-approved-by-imo-in-new-carbon-intensity-code/Draft amendments to the international convention for the prevention of pollution from ships (MARPOL) have been approved which will require ships to combine technical and operational approaches to reduce carbon emissions.Tue, 24 Nov 2020 09:01:30 Z2020-11-24T09:13:18Z2a7cf1e0-5834-4bc6-85a7-6fc6672d622ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-symbol-being-developed-in-response-to-crew-change-crisis/A unique 'seafarer symbol' is being developed to enable crew to identify and access dedicated resources and processes on ship, in port and in transit to/from ships.Mon, 23 Nov 2020 16:56:49 Z2020-12-15T16:33:12Z42b75d65-281b-4617-9a96-e8c538d3ee4dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/christmas-on-a-ghost-ship/Christmas is coming, and as usual, many seafarers are resigned to being away from their loved ones. But how will the festive season change under the shadow of Covid-19?Fri, 20 Nov 2020 16:46:39 Z2020-11-20T17:30:41Z0dc33645-6d91-4863-b6b2-bc41ce7310f2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cadet-training-survey-widens-scope-for-future-technology/Nautilus International has launched a new survey of maritime professionals to find out more about their training experience.Fri, 20 Nov 2020 16:30:43 Z2020-11-23T11:00:35Zc4917357-bd20-4e35-a125-e59539a4d5cehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/south-shields-marine-school-to-hold-virtual-careers-day/South Shields Marine School (SSMS) is to hold a Virtual Maritime Careers Day to help recruits launch their careers during the Covid-19 crisis.Fri, 20 Nov 2020 16:05:30 Z2020-11-20T17:38:51Z6d74ec30-6b79-4b19-aee4-2283af3eb044https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dont-forget-the-merchant-navy-in-defence-spending-increase/Nautilus International is urging the UK government to ensure the merchant navy is not forgotten as it announces a new boost to military spending.Fri, 20 Nov 2020 15:58:23 Z2020-11-20T16:04:31Zf5f0dbff-15df-4f1b-9a78-4dcadb806a2chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/deliver-seafarers-home-for-christmas/Together we will keep the world moving and bring our hardworking seafarers home for Christmas, says Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson.Thu, 19 Nov 2020 16:30:00 Z2020-12-15T12:01:04Zec51d670-e747-4e43-b10e-0bd02e7510c1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/fleetwood-nautical-college-hosts-first-digital-open-day-to-inspire-future-merchant-navy-cadets/Fleetwood Nautical College (FNC) has responded to pandemic restrictions by hosting its first virtual open event, welcoming the next generation of seafarers through its digital doors.Wed, 18 Nov 2020 11:42:07 Z2020-11-18T12:09:40Ze880d63e-0663-4e2f-a30b-5d31afc633bdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/crisis-of-trust-stuc-report-on-worker-mental-health-and-employer-responses-during-covid-19/Covid-19 has significantly affected employee mental health and caused an 'alarming lack of trust' in employers' ability to safeguard workers, according to a new report released by the Scottish Trades Union Congress (STUC) at the start of its annual conference.Tue, 17 Nov 2020 17:01:42 Z2020-11-17T17:25:01Z98645de4-55cb-4208-8ea2-493d1e214b07https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-time-for-hope-by-melanie-warman-sailors-society/Maritime charity column: A time for hope by Melanie Warman director of media and advocacy at the Sailors SocietyTue, 17 Nov 2020 14:48:40 Z2020-12-10T10:36:54Zcb428f7f-3671-484a-950a-92cd0db94ffdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/face-of-nautilus-mark-dickinson-general-secretary/Mark Dickinson has been in the maritime industry for 42 years, at sea and ashore, and his career exemplifies the international nature of shipping.Tue, 17 Nov 2020 13:58:24 Z2020-11-17T14:39:57Zde083293-06b3-4d8e-87fe-0a0ac1b6184ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-yacht-service-gets-thumbs-up-from-antibes-yacht-crew-group/Nautilus yacht membership has received glowing reviews online, with members raving about the quality of the service on offer – with emphasis on its Yacht Service Record Book.Mon, 16 Nov 2020 16:02:29 Z2021-10-29T17:02:47Zae438c43-82ef-457d-8502-47853b812eb2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/naval-architect-wins-maritime-professional-of-the-year-at-the-maritime-uk-awards/The Maritime Professional of the Year Award is sponsored by Nautilus International with the aim of raising the profile of maritime professionals at sea and on shore.Fri, 13 Nov 2020 16:57:12 Z2020-11-13T17:05:21Z832ccfb4-345c-4faf-88f1-a1bb13e6dcf8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-rejects-union-proposal-to-save-jobs/P&O Ferries has rejected suggestions made by Nautilus International to avoid compulsory redundancies by using the UK government's Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme.Fri, 13 Nov 2020 15:35:49 Z2020-11-23T15:19:12Zd7b0bb6d-8415-49b6-b711-1cf9fab3db9fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/put-seafarers-on-priority-list-for-covid-19-vaccine/With seafarers recognised as key workers and critical to supply chains they should be added to the list of frontline workers to receive Covid-19 protections, according to Nautilus International.Fri, 13 Nov 2020 14:46:38 Z2020-11-13T15:03:03Z3dd5df1c-f185-4b7f-be4c-23e3c0910d31https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/2020-merchant-navy-medal-heroes-honoured/Warm congratulations are in order for eight Nautilus members who have been recognised with British shipping's highest honour, the 2020 Merchant Navy Medal, a State award for meritorious service in maritime.Fri, 13 Nov 2020 14:45:38 Z2020-11-17T21:01:32Z91f71c4c-e956-42af-a21e-8324ef2baaabhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/surplus-funds-from-plymouth-merchant-navy-monument-donated-to-good-causes-amid-quiet-acts-of-remembrance/As reported by Nautilus in September 2019, Plymouth now has a site of remembrance worthy of the sacrifice made by Merchant Navy seafarers in wartime. Sited on Plymouth Hoe alongside the monuments to the armed forces, the Merchant Navy Monument is the result of many years of campaigning and fundraising – which was so successful that the Plymouth Monument Committee found itself with a surplus when it disbanded this year.Fri, 13 Nov 2020 13:09:54 Z2020-11-20T11:19:56Z6a7155f8-4171-4a25-b2a1-d6a7d4330608https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/merchant-navy-campaigners-final-achievement-stands-in-tribute-to-the-fallen/The Liverpool maritime community will continue to benefit from the work of local campaigner Bill Anderson despite his untimely death in October 2020 after a diagnosis of Covid-19.Fri, 13 Nov 2020 12:06:27 Z2022-01-17T14:35:15Zc515d077-a1a5-4db0-a7ee-84bc37955dfdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-vows-to-fight-hal-officer-redundancies/Holland America Line (HAL) has advised the Union of possible redundancies due to an ongoing operational pause and recent sale of four HAL ships.Fri, 13 Nov 2020 08:57:45 Z2020-11-16T17:06:52Z513b7baa-76e2-4c90-bfc3-7aea08496f27https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-responds-as-saga-cruises-pushes-back-operations-to-2021/Nautilus International has responded to the decision of Saga Cruises to further postpone operations until spring 2021.Thu, 12 Nov 2020 15:40:14 Z2020-11-12T15:47:02Z15b6c3cf-b787-4e73-a0b2-ec43b27c88bahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-liaison-officer-dave-gatenby-to-retire-after-40-years/Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) chief officer (logistics) and Nautilus liaison officer Dave Gatenby is set to retire after nearly 40 years of service at the RFA.Thu, 12 Nov 2020 11:17:49 Z2020-11-12T13:35:48Zf58f7a67-e23d-4f83-a6b5-c7b203790670https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-and-coastguard-agency-asks-seafarers-to-help-refine-the-wellbeing-at-sea-questionnaire/The Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) is asking seafarers to help test its new Wellbeing at Sea questionnaire.Thu, 12 Nov 2020 11:01:17 Z2020-11-12T11:12:37Z21cf5ebd-6ad8-424c-81d0-f9a5749dc31fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-new-rfa-commodore-david-eagles/Nautilus has welcomed a new commodore at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA), David Eagles, who has taken command of the service.Thu, 12 Nov 2020 09:58:12 Z2020-11-12T11:14:57Z039c31e2-c41a-427f-b1d7-2082a547f6bahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/urgent-rethink-needed-following-fatal-mooring-line-accident/Dutch accident investigators have called for a radical 'turnaround in thinking' to reduce the risks of working with mooring lines.Wed, 11 Nov 2020 17:44:42 Z2020-11-11T17:55:16Z083aea0f-2ab9-4677-84e3-d7600aa03465https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/blog-articles/entering-a-second-lockdown/Not being a natural blogger, it is always tricky to know how to start. What fresh look can there be?Wed, 11 Nov 2020 14:47:00 Z2021-05-13T14:38:31Zc08ca6e8-4088-4185-84d0-0111766d47b3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/she-of-the-sea-offers-yacht-crew-new-mentoring-and-diversity-support/Nautilus has signed new strategic yacht partner She of the Sea, which has launched a range of measures aimed at improving mentoring and diversity issues, dovetailing with the Union's global fairness strategies.Wed, 11 Nov 2020 12:07:07 Z2020-11-12T09:50:50Za5f71f94-ad40-47ed-8b97-6d863f02e52bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shocking-work-and-rest-hours-study-to-be-raised-at-paris-mou-taskforce/Publication of an explosive new report into systemic failures in recording hours of work and rest could be the catalyst to resolve long-standing issues around the regulations, participants at a global webinar agreed.Tue, 10 Nov 2020 16:19:06 Z2021-02-18T10:24:26Zc1822663-a171-4335-9e97-282e86ccd0a9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-imposes-quarantine-for-seafarers-travelling-from-denmark/The move is aimed at preventing transmission of a variant form of Coronavirus that mutated after interaction with farmed Mink.Tue, 10 Nov 2020 15:23:24 Z2020-11-10T15:29:49Z1efc1ccc-20d3-4a3d-895c-402bad8288e1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/safety-concerns-raised-by-crew-on-solent-towage-vessels-over-workplace-exposure-at-fawley/Nautilus has ramped up health and safety investigations on behalf of 40 seafarers who work and sleep on tugboats moored close to an Esso gas vent pipe at the Fawley refinery in Southampton.Tue, 10 Nov 2020 14:37:22 Z2020-11-10T15:27:32Zf20f1fbb-21d8-469f-885b-3d28456dae17https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/shoring-up-shipowners/Governments around the world have been putting taxpayers' money into maritime as a way of shielding the strategic sector and its workers from some of the financial impact of Covid-19. Yet is their no-strings-attached approach to providing support for shipping companies the right way to go?Tue, 10 Nov 2020 10:09:40 Z2020-11-10T17:22:53Z3c9d7e1e-8f50-4cf4-9c2d-4279769496fdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/increased-interest-in-news-content-drives-record-website-traffic/The Nautilus International website received more than 970,000 page views in the first eleven months of 2020, an increase of 148% when compared with the same period in 2019. If the trend continues, the website will have received more than a million views in a calendar year for the first time.Mon, 09 Nov 2020 17:20:30 Z2020-11-10T17:13:31Za7d1bb50-1fc1-49fd-b79b-fefffb397b4chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-reject-boskalis-marine-services-pay-and-pensions-offers/Nautilus has gone back to the negotiating table with Boskalis Marine Services (ex-Smit MoD) after members voted to reject the company's two pay and pensions offers.Mon, 09 Nov 2020 16:57:20 Z2020-11-09T17:06:10Z98964457-f223-47d0-a93e-d798fecfe1a5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/merchant-navy-represented-during-scaled-back-cenotaph-ceremony/Nautilus presented a wreath on behalf of the Merchant Navy and fishing fleet during a scaled-back service at the annual Cenotaph event for Remembrance Sunday.Mon, 09 Nov 2020 15:49:56 Z2020-11-13T14:41:46Z79072c26-1a56-440b-a217-da3ccbffbcb1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/obituary-former-international-maritime-organization-secretary-general-dies/Secretary general emeritus of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), William A O'Neil, has died in the United Kingdom, aged 93.Mon, 09 Nov 2020 15:17:54 Z2021-07-12T14:17:28Z02415f90-8cf5-424e-a226-3fdad57e5a07https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cruiselines-scramble-after-us-lifts-no-sail-order/Cruiseship companies have been caught by surprise by an unexpected announcement from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that replaces a 'no sail' with a 'conditional sail' order.Mon, 09 Nov 2020 14:59:00 Z2020-11-09T15:11:24Z775cd4a6-163f-4cee-bac9-e5ca01fde721https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-commemorates-fallen-heroes/Men and women of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary joined in nationwide commemoration for fallen heroes of the first and second world wars on Remembrance Sunday.Mon, 09 Nov 2020 14:38:28 Z2020-11-09T15:58:13Zb95fb2df-e349-470d-8dae-10e473308c16https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/safety-and-welfare-concerns-raised-by-secretcaptain-twitter-account/A tanker captain posting anonymously on Twitter has revealed concerns about the welfare of his crew in a series of emotional posts about the crew change crisis.Mon, 09 Nov 2020 13:42:37 Z2020-11-23T09:56:42Z4d4d7491-77d2-4adf-8bc2-62923ec1b209https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/bursary-for-seafarers-retraining-during-covid-pandemic/The initiative comes from an alliance of maritime welfare charities, industry and trade unions who have been working together to find solutions to the looming employment crisis and the inevitable impact on the health and welfare of merchant seafarers and their families.Mon, 09 Nov 2020 12:22:31 Z2021-08-10T11:40:04Z89b1a067-db45-4f1d-bd97-c1098cf02701https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-financial-support-on-the-table/Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson has met with new maritime minister Robert Courts to discuss key issues on behalf of members, including Covid-19 support, Brexit, gender discrimination and the national minimum wage.Mon, 09 Nov 2020 12:00:47 Z2021-01-22T00:36:42Za9d14353-0fde-4f48-9c8e-fec69f508e20https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/systemic-failures-in-work-and-rest-hours-regulations-putting-lives-at-risk/An explosive new report from the World Maritime University has found widespread malpractices in the recording of work and rest hours with a culture of adjustment – both on and off ship – normalising fatigue among seafarers that could lead to serious casualties, loss of life and environmental damage.Mon, 09 Nov 2020 09:00:00 Z2021-02-18T10:10:26Z503050bb-e886-42c3-8944-7fef069e73c0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/our-living-history-daniel-adamson/Since the article we ran earlier in 2020 on maritime museums, readers have been writing in with information about their own local historic ships around the UK – many of which use the expertise of volunteers from the seafaring community for restoration, maintenance and even operation. Here we have the story of the Daniel Adamson, sent in by Daniel Adamson Preservation Society trustee Les GreenFri, 06 Nov 2020 14:18:22 Z2020-11-24T13:22:49Zaf5daaa8-c78e-4df6-a0ef-0628723f5291https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/our-living-history-freshspring/Since the article we ran earlier in 2020 on maritime museums, readers have been writing in with information about their own local historic ships around the UK – many of which use the expertise of volunteers from the seafaring community for restoration, maintenance and even operation. Here we have the story of the Freshspring, sent in by the chairman of the Steamship Freshspring Trust John PuddyFri, 06 Nov 2020 14:07:08 Z2020-11-24T13:24:08Z776f61c3-eb2a-426b-8d61-d697cef21defhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/our-living-history-shieldhall/Since the article we ran earlier in 2020 on maritime museums, readers have been writing in with information about their own local historic ships around the UK – many of which use the expertise of volunteers from the seafaring community for restoration, maintenance and even operation. Here we have the story of the Shieldhall, sent in by ticket manager and volunteer Nigel PhilpottFri, 06 Nov 2020 13:49:38 Z2020-11-24T13:24:59Zc5273e86-0b2f-4abe-9411-eb86a76dd2efhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pandos-pacific-dawn-to-become-floating-home-for-digital-nomads/P&O Cruises Australia has reportedly sold its 70,000 tonne Pacific Dawn cruise ship to a company which plans give the 14-deck vessel a new life as a floating community for nomad techies off the coast of PanamaFri, 06 Nov 2020 12:34:18 Z2020-11-06T12:44:10Z5ccc6e53-b687-4439-ab61-8bde2f647879https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maersk-to-distribute-covid-19-vaccine/The world's largest containership operator Maersk Line has entered into partnership with manufacturer Covaxx for the distribution of a Covid-19 vaccine it is developing — which is currently in phase 1 clinical trials.Fri, 06 Nov 2020 12:31:16 Z2020-11-06T12:53:28Z9b3f95fa-6154-47c2-8204-4cfc6aefd22dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/andrew-gibson-house-redevelopment-project-starts/Nautilus Welfare Fund (NWF) has welcomed the start of work on Andrew Gibson House, which is being turned into a new purpose-built apartment development.Fri, 06 Nov 2020 09:52:13 Z2020-11-09T12:59:17Z55d15975-08e1-40cc-a249-64780a0aa7dbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/etf-says-yes-to-women-in-transport/Women seafarers have flagged some of their challenges in dealing with harassment in the workplace in a survey by the European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF).Fri, 06 Nov 2020 09:22:45 Z2020-11-06T09:55:58Zc9028606-5254-4cff-a4fe-00e08d5b1ad5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cadet-trapped-by-us-customs-and-border-protection-now-returning-home/A seafarer who was stuck aboard her vessel due to the actions of United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is now on her way home.Thu, 05 Nov 2020 10:59:49 Z2020-11-05T11:44:16Z3a3fba81-aec0-42af-a00b-b4b8d4a85553https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/maritime-charities-launch-training-fund-for-seafarers-facing-redundancy-due-to-covid-19/The Maritime Charities Group (MCG), together with MCG members the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) and Trinity House, has joined forces with the Marine Society to launch a bursary fund for seafarer training.Wed, 04 Nov 2020 14:53:00 Z2021-06-07T14:54:36Z4d899613-77c7-49f7-b905-4220bb917a9bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-remembrance-for-seafarers-in-global-conflicts/Nautilus has paid its respects to seafarers lost in global conflicts ahead of a second lockdown in the UK, which has meant the cancellation or adaptation of many annual Remembrance Day events involving the Merchant Navy.Wed, 04 Nov 2020 13:55:00 Z2020-11-06T23:06:32Z79dd38aa-2e84-4ca0-8940-ad7e917ae4e0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/latest-seafarers-happiness-index-report-shows-mix-of-hope-and-despair-as-crew-change-crisis-lingers/The newly-released Seafarers Happiness Index report for July-September 2020 has revealed an average increase in happiness levels from 6.18 to 6.35 compared to the previous quarter, though there are signs that optimism is diminishing.Tue, 03 Nov 2020 12:40:49 Z2020-11-03T12:55:37Ze6387681-d18a-413e-a1c6-a41f6cc36b92https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-continues-to-support-members-during-latest-lockdown/The new lockdown will be in place from 5 November until 2 December, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on 2 November. However, Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove said that the lockdown could be extended if it took longer to bring the transmission rate down.Mon, 02 Nov 2020 16:58:37 Z2020-11-06T23:59:53Z6888a781-9c43-4355-86de-c9d4823544dehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/winner-announced-for-itf-seafarers-trust-still-at-sea-photo-competition/Cargo ship crew member Ike S. Dagandanan has been named the winner of the ITF Seafarers' Trust 'Still at Sea' photography competition.Mon, 02 Nov 2020 15:39:28 Z2020-11-03T09:10:19Zc676b1db-4e72-45dc-83be-c4a2296eddcdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-reject-counter-proposals-aimed-at-avoiding-redundancies/P&O Ferries have refused Nautilus counter-proposals to avoid redundancies, in the latest round of consultations with the Union.Fri, 30 Oct 2020 17:07:46 Z2020-11-04T09:25:25Z6eac30dc-6630-4a93-8abe-987059678741https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/winners-announced-at-the-maritime-media-awards-2020/The winners of the 25th Maritime Media Awards have been announced at a virtual ceremony hosted from HQS Wellington, home of the Honourable Company of Master Mariners.Fri, 30 Oct 2020 13:44:59 Z2020-10-30T13:54:30Zc27864ad-1f6e-434b-b03f-a525572ecdcehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-strain-of-covid-19-suspected-on-cargo-vessel/A vessel crewed by seafarers who may have been exposed to a novel strain of Covid-19 is currently being kept at anchor off the Sunshine Coast, Australia, after a warning issued by authorities in New Zealand.Thu, 29 Oct 2020 21:22:35 Z2020-10-30T15:24:56Z942ffbf2-f580-433e-9b54-35db15953fbchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/through-a-seafarers-lens-pandemic-life-at-sea-exposed-at-national-maritime-museum/A snapshot into life at sea, including pandemic voyages, is documented through the seafarers' lens in a new exhibition opening on 2 December 2020 at the National Maritime Museum in London.Thu, 29 Oct 2020 15:52:19 Z2020-11-05T11:38:04Zeed35d11-5ef3-4a66-9a3c-dd2e49a9ce56https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sheilas-project-solves-merchant-navy-photograph-puzzle-in-time-for-armistice-day/A Liverpool woman's dying wish to identify a Merchant Navy seafarer who lost his life after his ship was attacked during World War II has finally been resolved by her sister.Thu, 29 Oct 2020 15:38:54 Z2020-11-05T11:54:28Zece42dde-1559-4a26-b9dd-8bdf59618ba3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/real-stories-of-crew-change-crisis-sought-for-christmas-campaign/Nautilus International is seeking real stories from seafarers and their families on the impact of the crew change crisis, as part of a new public facing campaign in the run up to Christmas.Thu, 29 Oct 2020 15:03:17 Z2020-11-12T12:27:00Z70bc9001-b3f9-4d60-9174-b04f0f268a60https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/reminder-nominations-to-the-nautilus-council-close-on-23-november/Nominations to fill spaces on the Nautilus Council must reach the head office by 1700hrs on Monday 23 November 2020. Paid-up full members including cadets are eligible to stand in this year’s elections.Wed, 28 Oct 2020 19:32:46 Z2020-10-29T12:20:36Z79e50f90-97eb-4128-b4ff-b8fd5ad2a42fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/marine-society-launches-new-navigation-at-sea-course-for-seafarers/The Marine Society has added a new digital course – Navigation@Sea – to its suite of online Learn at Sea programmes for seafarers and those interested in a career at sea.Wed, 28 Oct 2020 14:16:05 Z2020-10-29T16:26:23Z4971790b-9c23-45ed-ac5a-ad419c686063https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-customs-and-border-patrol-detains-cadet-aboard-her-vessel/A female cadet has been trapped aboard her vessel without access to essential supplies, in a case which highlights the failure of governments to deal with the crew change crisis.Wed, 28 Oct 2020 11:27:42 Z2020-10-28T14:27:22Z8e749830-eb17-4dbd-9a72-2171aa04a7dehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/liverpool-seafarers-centre-requests-new-zealand-style-support-for-mariners/Liverpool Seafarers Centre (LSC) is asking the UK government and shipping lines to emulate New Zealand's pledge to fund seafarers centres.Wed, 28 Oct 2020 10:44:29 Z2020-10-28T12:38:12Z572b74b4-9d87-4399-9258-6e411fe7cad3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/windfarm-jobs-at-critical-juncture-say-unions-calling-for-a-scottish-government-11th-hour-rescue/Nautilus has expressed support for unions pressing Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon not to give up on a renewables firm at the centre of a state-owned offshore wind farm row.Wed, 28 Oct 2020 09:50:11 Z2020-10-28T10:13:41Z06c8c013-7dec-42e7-8c33-d83ff42ba41fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-professional-of-the-year-award-finalists-announced/Maritime UK has announced the finalists for this year's Maritime Professional of the Year Award, which is sponsored by Nautilus International.Tue, 27 Oct 2020 20:29:17 Z2020-10-27T20:39:30Z1549990a-6f1e-4063-9af8-7be1974238e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/decomposition-dangers-surface-in-maersk-honam-containership-fire-safety-investigation/A fatal blaze aboard the 153,153gt Maersk Honam has revealed problems with emergency response, concerns over the adequacy of fire-fighting capabilities on containerships and shortcomings in the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code.Tue, 27 Oct 2020 14:23:30 Z2020-11-09T22:22:42Zd186f3fd-7756-41b4-a8e5-2f775b62235chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ensure-seafarers-feel-safe-to-go-about-their-work-says-union-after-stowaways-spark-maritime-terrorism-response-off-isle-of-wight/Nautilus has urged the UK government to ensure seafarer safety in the UK's key merchant shipping areas, after seven people were detained when military forces stormed an oil tanker suspected to have been hijacked off the Isle of Wight.Mon, 26 Oct 2020 17:07:23 Z2020-10-26T17:28:18Z05bb43cb-8985-4c28-a948-3bce1945fa22https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tallink-silja-ab-axes-130-officer-jobs-on-finland-sweden-ferry-route/Swedish unions have reacted with disappointment to the announcement that Swedish ferry company Tallink Silja AB plans to cut all approximately 500 Swedish jobs on board Silja Symphony and Silja Galaxy.Mon, 26 Oct 2020 15:43:46 Z2020-10-26T16:18:42Z30967a02-7b5f-4ee2-a32c-9d1b7fe7af04https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-dementia-support-nurse-appointed-at-nautilus-mariners-park/A new part-time specialist nurse supporting residents and their family carers cope with the challenges of living with dementia has been appointed at Nautilus Mariners' Park.Mon, 26 Oct 2020 13:01:58 Z2020-10-26T13:26:19Ze1212bbe-16ff-43c0-9f22-d13bbcd090e3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/merchant-navy-features-in-commonwealth-war-graves-commission-educational-campaign/Men and women of the Merchant Navy who lost their lives in global conflicts are featured in a new Commonwealth War Graves Commission campaign to educate people about war graves and memorials.Mon, 26 Oct 2020 12:39:02 Z2020-11-20T11:17:35Zb70cae84-bd77-4684-a501-31e48e34b0abhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-calls-on-paris-mou-to-detain-ships-where-crew-have-exceeded-maximum-allowed-time-onboard/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) and Nautilus International are asking for authorities at ports under the Paris MoU, which covers western and southern Europe, to detain ships where crew have exceeded the maximum time they can work on board.Mon, 26 Oct 2020 12:09:32 Z2020-10-26T12:23:09Z5cebde24-91c9-42ac-8e26-6ad4be814742https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-repatriation-delayed-by-flag-state-and-charterer/A seafarer who was trapped aboard his vessel during the crew change crisis has managed to return home, despite serious blocks put in place by both the charterer and flag state that delayed his return.Mon, 26 Oct 2020 09:57:46 Z2020-10-27T14:11:02Zbf2cf25e-40e3-4e5b-a808-7c4059a3cadahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/crew-professionalism-prevails-in-pride-of-hull-fire-emergency/Nautilus International has praised the professionalism of crew aboard the P&O North Sea Ferries vessel Pride of Hull after they safely dealt with a blaze on board.Mon, 26 Oct 2020 08:16:13 Z2020-10-26T08:34:10Za4f15d3c-908d-4954-96c1-6bc7fdd3b456https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-success-in-driving-statutory-recognition-at-condor-ferries/The Guernsey-based ferry operator had snubbed a voluntary recognition agreement with the Union following employee anger over hefty cuts to wages and planned job cuts in the early stages of the Coronavirus pandemic.Fri, 23 Oct 2020 10:21:16 Z2020-10-23T10:25:41Z2f6c5151-a90f-4d17-87bb-34dd3297c3d2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/face-of-nautilus-paul-keenan-nautilus-itf-inspector/Face of Nautilus: Paul Keenan, Nautilus/ITF inspectorThu, 22 Oct 2020 13:57:18 Z2020-10-22T14:42:29Z65ad79fc-8168-47bf-9885-27d04e78a087https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/work-related-stress-spikes-for-seafarers-during-pandemic/New research finds that seafarers are bearing the brunt of work-related stress during the pandemic with a rise in insomnia and depressionWed, 21 Oct 2020 15:19:50 Z2020-10-21T15:52:21Z2247d508-5081-4033-92be-95d7b9f2a632https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/gulf-of-guinea-kidnappings-on-the-rise/The number of reported kidnappings in the Gulf of Guinea rose by 40 percent for the first three months of 2020, compared with the same period last year.Wed, 21 Oct 2020 14:48:50 Z2020-10-21T15:06:50Z38e11c5a-9da6-49a2-bc6e-f0ee6a10cd27https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/high-risk-areas-extended-off-gulf-of-guinea-and-somalia/High risk areas in the Gulf of Guinea and Indian Ocean have been extended in response to increased pirate attacks and kidnappings.Wed, 21 Oct 2020 14:37:44 Z2020-10-21T15:08:27Z78b828e8-e6a6-49cd-9bf9-e9cf615897cehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/merchant-navy-tributes-for-bill-anderson/The sad news of the sudden death last week of former RMT official Bill Anderson has reached Nautilus International. General Secretary Mark Dickinson who worked with Bill over many years recalls with fondness his dedication.Wed, 21 Oct 2020 11:10:58 Z2022-01-17T14:35:46Z3199576e-14be-4939-823c-7a923d9e8154https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fighting-for-fairness-against-maritime-workplace-inequalities/Our Fairness campaign reasserts our commitment to fight for better pay, workplaces and fair treatment for all members, says general secretary Mark Dickinson.Wed, 21 Oct 2020 10:45:00 Z2020-11-19T16:35:22Z89632155-a0a1-4574-9e22-7907e6888fd9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/norwegian-union-vows-to-protect-working-conditions-as-hurtigruten-splits-in-two/Norwegian Seafarers' Union has vowed to 'work tirelessly' to ensure interests of seafarers working for Hurtigruten are kept at the centre of the discussions as the ferry operator splits its business in two.Tue, 20 Oct 2020 10:36:15 Z2020-10-20T11:00:03Z02f64bf4-caf8-45f5-960f-b98e5d3c176ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-joins-unions-asking-us-congress-for-crew-change-intervention/Nautilus International has signed a letter calling on the United States Congress to solve crew change problems, after seafarers were prevented from leaving their ships to fly home – even in cases where they were permitted to do so under US regulations.Mon, 19 Oct 2020 09:52:27 Z2020-10-19T11:45:57Zdb3209f3-134c-4730-ad89-c9dfec4bf455https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/physiotherapy-resumes-free-of-charge-to-crew-by-sandra-welch-chief-executive-seafarers-hospital-society/Sandra Welch chief executive Seafarers Hospital Society on the physiotherapy services resume free of charge to crewFri, 16 Oct 2020 15:05:48 Z2024-04-16T13:59:33Z860814d0-434d-48fc-a274-32250d097a79https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pando-freight-service-would-save-jobs/P&O has proposed shutting down the Hull-Zeebrugge service and to dispose of the Pride of York and the Dover-based vessels European Seaway and Pride of Burgundy.Fri, 16 Oct 2020 09:59:00 Z2020-10-16T10:08:11Z1ae12574-0fa3-4ca4-8c95-2c113700032ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/southampton-marine-engineering-graduate-wins-uk-2020-maritime-masters-programme/Marine engineering graduate at Southampton University Andrea Chipolina has bagged the 2020 UK Maritime Masters Programme prize for her research into fuel efficiency on autonomous vessels.Fri, 16 Oct 2020 08:56:39 Z2020-10-16T09:39:33Z5913ce2b-dd60-4131-9b9e-827107e4d03fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pride-in-maritime-network-identifies-progress-on-lgbt-issues/Panellists on the latest Maritime UK Week diversity webinar have pointed out remarkable changes to the industry's view of LGBT+ seafarers over the past five years, while noting that there is still some way to go.Thu, 15 Oct 2020 15:05:01 Z2020-12-08T15:39:51Z1fa5ef4a-13a6-4d68-9ed7-f6dfd4ad0f94https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mental-health-impact-of-crew-change-crisis-raised-at-online-event/The maritime industry needs to be 'dragged into the 21st century' to tackle mental health issues argued Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson during Mersey Maritime's second annual 'maritime exchange' conference.Thu, 15 Oct 2020 14:35:13 Z2020-11-20T12:11:47Z12825191-be06-4f52-a181-8e38bac31d56https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/virtual-ports-and-vessels-on-show-during-maritime-uks-annual-industry-spotlight-week/The public are being encouraged to see what goes on behind the gates of a port, or below decks on board a ship as part of Maritime UK's week of virtual events shedding insights on maritime careers.Thu, 15 Oct 2020 11:46:28 Z2020-10-16T09:39:19Zb0b452d1-74b7-4705-ab19-7d62467fba56https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/the-crew-mess-yachtings-first-addiction-support-service-launched/Within 24 hours of its launch, hundreds of yacht masters and crew took to praising a new website - The Crew Mess - which provides free direct support for drug and alcohol addiction for yacht crew.Thu, 15 Oct 2020 10:19:30 Z2021-11-03T11:00:39Zad367c04-9fa4-4f33-95d7-b5d338406a4ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/training-survey-of-recently-qualified-cadets-launched-by-nautilus-and-the-maritime-skills-commission/Training survey of recently-qualified cadets launched by Nautilus and the Maritime Skills CommissionWed, 14 Oct 2020 14:53:01 Z2021-01-29T12:09:22Z6d53ac61-db48-41a8-b6e5-4039d57a795chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/acknowledge-colonial-past-in-maritime-for-a-diverse-future/The maritime industry should do more to acknowledge its colonial past in order to become more diverse in the future, an Ethnicity in Maritime Network webinar has heard.Wed, 14 Oct 2020 12:50:01 Z2020-12-08T16:04:53Zcf5da793-29e1-478a-b189-09bdf3561001https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/deadline-looming-for-nautilus-council-elections/The November 23 deadline for nominations to the Nautilus Council is fast approaching. Get your nominations in soon to avoid disappointment.Wed, 14 Oct 2020 11:07:47 Z2020-10-28T13:37:44Z73766f19-64e6-445e-99d6-98e0da27cd02https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/benchmarking-maritime-mental-health-provision-in-the-uk-workplace/Nautilus is supporting a maritime industry mental health survey aiming at benchmarking provision among employers in the workplace.Wed, 14 Oct 2020 10:17:40 Z2020-10-17T12:19:35Za45ee368-339e-45b6-87fd-eb215e4c4c0fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-professionals-recognised-in-2020-honours-list/Several maritime professionals have been named in the Queen's Birthday Honours List this year, including a number recognised for their work during the Covid-19 crisis.Tue, 13 Oct 2020 16:11:21 Z2020-10-14T10:51:03Zeb5cae64-e181-4761-88d6-dc8d88b74b21https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-bakers-dozen-of-wellbeing-strategies-employed-by-crew-placement-partner/Nautilus Telegraph spoke with MCA certified yacht crew placement agency Insignia Crew's Annalise Holme and consultant Andy McCann about trauma resilience training and placing former military personnel into civilian jobs.Tue, 13 Oct 2020 15:56:38 Z2020-10-14T12:39:15Z9b6ccda1-f8dd-4640-904d-5815a57a17bchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/london-international-shipping-week-launch-organisers-prepare-for-a-hybrid-event-in-2021/London International Shipping Week 2021 (LISW) has been launched via an online briefing, with organisers suggesting they are prepared to make the event an online/offline hybrid to ensure it can go ahead despite uncertainty around Covid-19.Tue, 13 Oct 2020 15:10:40 Z2020-10-13T15:28:54Z3128bd33-bfbb-496f-a1cf-48bb1ec1f5cahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/webinar-calls-for-end-to-mental-health-stigma-in-maritime/The webinar, hosted by the mental health in maritime network as part of Maritime UK week focussed on a range of topics including the causes of mental health issues, breaking the stigma and resilience.Tue, 13 Oct 2020 11:18:14 Z2020-12-08T16:05:47Z69d9d5ba-59a0-4727-a677-01c4245d1591https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/royal-seal-of-approval-for-yacht-colleges-covid-conscious-development-plans/Nautilus strategic yacht partner UKSA has welcomed HRH The Princess Royal to its Isle of Wight campus for a visit marking the beginning of an unusual academic year.Mon, 12 Oct 2020 15:58:59 Z2020-10-12T16:07:57Z2afcb8fc-bb5b-4356-8dad-114fc5541f7fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-agree-temporary-pay-reduction-to-preserve-jobs-at-princess-and-po-australia-cruise-lines/Nautilus International and ITF-affiliated unions have informed Princess & P&O Australia Cruise Lines that their members are willing to accept a 12.5% pay reduction for five months, commencing from 1 October.Mon, 12 Oct 2020 13:05:42 Z2020-10-12T13:14:25Z0e805752-4277-4816-9899-3d4f61cdef77https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/concerns-flagged-as-new-swiss-gateway-port-put-to-referendum/Residents in Basel will vote in a referendum on 29 November on whether a new port known as 'Basin 3' should be built in their city.Mon, 12 Oct 2020 12:50:57 Z2020-10-12T13:31:46Zd06f3c9d-1c21-44be-8cbd-d01dce85b6d8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/carnival-uk-members-vote-to-accept-temporary-pay-reduction/Nautilus International members working for Carnival UK have voted reluctantly, but in overwhelming numbers, to accept a temporary pay reduction and restrictions following a consultation.Mon, 12 Oct 2020 12:48:19 Z2020-10-12T13:01:50Z51b71910-57e3-4986-9fa0-990e20738976https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/positive-signals-from-swiss-government-for-inland-waterways-investment/Swiss Social Democrat politician and historian Eva Herzog secured top level government support for more investment in the country's inland navigation infrastructure, which promotes the Rhine as an ecologically sustainable transport industry.Mon, 12 Oct 2020 10:03:41 Z2020-10-12T10:27:12Zfcc5a014-7789-410d-8ae3-0e7e5e381f8ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/rescuing-desperate-people-changed-my-view-of-europes-migrant-crisis/Nautilus member Ross Cleland describes the human tragedy he witnessed as a third officer in the eastern Mediterranean, as countries closed their borders and turned their backs on international treatiesThu, 08 Oct 2020 17:50:02 Z2020-10-14T12:39:15Z2947f8eb-17e6-4dc3-ba38-e5cab082c157https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/shippings-inconvenient-truths/During the coronavirus pandemic, the true nature of the ship registration business and the predominant practice of registering vessels in flags of convenience has been starkly revealed, as they surrendered any semblance of upholding seafarers' rights or supporting crew denied repatriation, access to medical care or welfare support ashore. We must learn a lesson from this, says Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson. Never again can we allow the fundamental rights of seafarers to be swept aside by substandard ship registers and impotent flag states that corrode the governance of the shipping industryThu, 08 Oct 2020 15:33:50 Z2021-01-27T16:19:22Z5629df1d-62fb-4d87-a44e-dd6ec6233411https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/charities-urge-shipping-companies-to-adopt-best-practice-standard-for-mental-health-awareness-training/The Maritime Charities Group (MCG) and the Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB) are calling on shipping companies and training providers to make sure that any training they offer on mental health and wellbeing awareness meets the standards set out in their good practice guide.Thu, 08 Oct 2020 13:54:00 Z2021-05-05T12:29:31Z619e9104-17b9-4cac-911e-cbc8d139ac97https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/jng-and-itf-speak-out-on-blacklisting-during-covid-crisis/The Joint Negotiating Group (JNG) has called on the maritime industry to ensure that seafarers are given their rights during the Covid-19 crisis and are not blacklisted for speaking out against unfair treatment.Thu, 08 Oct 2020 10:17:56 Z2020-10-08T10:29:03Z0003b4f7-d5c2-4711-9d1d-a269673ba935https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/concerns-raised-over-plight-of-cadets-stranded-by-crew-change-crisis/Nautilus has raised concerns about the plight of cadets impacted by the crew change crisis as some members risk facing a second Christmas at sea unless action is taken to secure their repatriation.Thu, 08 Oct 2020 08:46:14 Z2020-11-20T12:12:03Z248eb910-3331-412e-af26-5f5e2e30b7adhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-uk-offers-grants-to-support-seafarers-hit-by-covid/Seafarers UK is offering grants to charities and non-profits that support seafarers and their families affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.Wed, 07 Oct 2020 13:59:42 Z2020-10-12T08:29:49Z4132ea84-704e-4ba2-b1e4-925275f89456https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/enclosed-space-training-falling-short/Training programmes seeking to cut the continued high rate of casualties in enclosed spaces onboard ships are falling woefully short, accident investigators have warned.Wed, 07 Oct 2020 11:42:04 Z2020-10-07T11:49:26Za36360d8-6948-49e9-b4cf-94e8bb759961https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-uk-week-programme-unveiled/Maritime UK has announced the programme for Maritime UK Week 2020.Wed, 07 Oct 2020 11:18:50 Z2020-10-16T09:38:47Z7d59830b-27c4-4020-9676-b068aca5c050https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/job-advert-violates-new-fair-pay-law-prompting-nautilus-warning/Nautilus International is warning companies to abide by new UK fair pay legislation after finding a job advert that offers seafarers just US$35 per day (£27.02).Wed, 07 Oct 2020 08:39:28 Z2020-10-07T08:47:05Zc974204c-fa30-4bc5-899e-28c3e336938fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nordic-unions-gird-themselves-for-difficult-times-ahead/The coronavirus pandemic has had a profound impact on seafarers in the Nordic countries, with widespread temporary and permanent job losses.Tue, 06 Oct 2020 12:49:11 Z2020-10-14T12:39:15Z28d46240-ad99-41eb-8262-8b4497952e40https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-membership-continues-to-rise-amid-covid-uncertainty/New figures show that Nautilus International has seen a surge in membership since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic, as maritime professionals seek security against a backdrop of increased job uncertainty, redundancy and the threat of a severe recession.Tue, 06 Oct 2020 11:19:53 Z2020-10-19T10:20:26Z340e3e61-abcb-4885-bc82-314bbd9f6d35https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-membership-reinforced-in-netherlands/There has been a clear upward trend in Nautilus membership in the Netherlands from the beginning of this year.Tue, 06 Oct 2020 11:09:03 Z2020-10-06T11:18:52Z5c44a769-d505-44a9-84e1-82b614afed1fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/captive-in-fukushima-a-merchant-navy-chief-officers-testimony-from-the-second-world-war/Although the Atlantic Convoys of WW2 are fairly well known, many people do not realise that merchant vessels were also involved in the Pacific theatre of war. Some Allied merchant seafarers were even sent to the notorious Japanese prisoner of war camps, as Andrew Linington recountsMon, 05 Oct 2020 17:15:00 Z2020-10-15T16:36:40Za8acf7df-dd97-4485-bb87-3760ec22a19dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/veterans-remember-merchant-navy-sacrifices-on-covid-compliant-arboretum-visit/A group of British war veterans raised £215 for the National Memorial Arboretum through a raffle in September this year before setting off on a 'pilgrimage' to the Staffordshire site of remembrance.Mon, 05 Oct 2020 15:47:56 Z2020-10-14T12:39:15Z44db4cf2-e93a-4cdf-9f76-8e3d0a00b391https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-uk-highlights-severe-financial-challenges-faced-by-british-fishing-communities/A report released this week by maritime charity Seafarers UK shines a light on the precarious financial situation of seafarers earning a living from small-scale fishing – and offers proposals on how to improve matters.Mon, 05 Oct 2020 12:15:28 Z2020-10-05T12:29:18Zb3c087f5-c8c6-47d9-b738-3161b3149bechttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/worlds-largest-charity-hospital-ship-unveiled-by-mercy-ships/Mercy Ships has revealed details of its new charity hospital ship, which will be the largest in the world when construction is completed.Mon, 05 Oct 2020 11:49:56 Z2020-10-06T08:00:31Z13bb13cf-24aa-4de6-a146-03a6fabec6cchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-superyacht-crew-placement-partner-offers-trauma-resilience-coaching/Nautilus has again expanded its network of strategic partners in the superyacht sector – this time to include a MCA certified yacht crew placement agency, Insignia Crew, which specialises in trauma resilience.Mon, 05 Oct 2020 11:29:25 Z2021-10-29T17:04:02Zdae0fcfd-1fbf-436a-8195-3e4b358047dahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/winning-marine-art-on-show/Prize winners have been announced for the prestigious Royal Society of Marine Artists and Mall Galleries marine artist exhibition which are on show at the Mall Galleries in London and online.Mon, 05 Oct 2020 10:55:45 Z2020-10-05T11:05:42Z49ba206f-3003-42a7-ba3c-583b44bf797ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/bma-launches-petition-to-fund-uk-built-disaster-recovery-ships/Britannia Maritime Aid (BMA) is asking people to sign a petition which calls on the government to build a new disaster recovery and training ship in the UK.Mon, 05 Oct 2020 10:23:28 Z2020-10-05T11:43:09Za7be9c33-1e58-4a2c-a62c-5a4db7f42a07https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/red-funnel-warned-against-job-cuts/Nautilus International has warned ferry operator Red Funnel against swingeing cuts to permanent jobs that could leave it at risk of operational failures next summer.Mon, 05 Oct 2020 09:56:15 Z2020-10-19T15:11:36Z2e2271f1-bca4-43be-98bb-9e27f49ed0e7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ppe-feature/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) has released survey results covering health protection measures onboard ship in response to Covid-19, revealing a significant gap between companies and seafarers.Fri, 02 Oct 2020 15:01:10 Z2020-10-14T12:39:15Z4932bb55-739d-4c43-8ef5-b2a4b9b40611https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-minister-urged-to-ensure-covid-financial-support/Nautilus International, the UK Chamber of Shipping (UKCS) and the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) have called on the new maritime minister to ensure that seafarers receive the financial support they need as the government transitions to its new Job Support Scheme.Fri, 02 Oct 2020 13:18:27 Z2020-10-02T13:48:22Z6235c8af-687e-41b0-bded-4bb84cd3352ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-slams-po-plans-to-scrap-north-sea-route/P&O Ferries plans to scrap its Hull-Zebrugge route and make maritime professionals redundant have been slammed by Nautilus International as reckless and potentially putting negotiations with the union at risk.Thu, 01 Oct 2020 15:56:52 Z2020-10-01T16:05:00Zb96371cd-ebd2-46b7-92d4-9cb0a31b0adfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-state-of-salvage/The salvage industry faces a serious challenge from a reluctance on the part of insurers to sign up to the traditional contract arrangement, according to the latest International Salvage Union annual report. It's a potential threat to skilled seafarers in a sector that's vital for the marine environment and the safety of life at sea.Thu, 01 Oct 2020 08:40:58 Z2020-10-21T16:31:38Z0e6a6eec-7a49-43af-a290-0baa15e40768https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tapiit-live-and-inmarsat-to-livestream-training/The courses will be live streamed on close to 10,000 ships on the Inmarsat Fleet Xpress service. Topics include mental wellbeing, maritime English, risk assessments, security and safety culture.Wed, 30 Sep 2020 15:27:16 Z2020-09-30T15:37:01Zd3c89e2a-9b48-4581-a8d2-d5ce95f20e3ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/fair-pay-for-seafarers-as-uk-minimum-wage-law-comes-into-effect/The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has welcomed 'landmark' legislation that extends the national minimum wage to all merchant seafarers working in UK waters from 1 October.Wed, 30 Sep 2020 14:48:25 Z2021-06-01T18:56:53Z8046cef1-130e-4617-be78-757d2fbe0ac6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipwrecked-mariners-society-announces-annual-photography-winner/The Shipwrecked Mariners' Society has announced the winner of its eighth annual photography competition, which features exceptional images that capture the UK's enduring connection to the sea.Wed, 30 Sep 2020 08:27:30 Z2020-09-30T08:44:50Z6154233c-2cdd-4ac1-8b0b-d6181ec566d2https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/blog-articles/a-glimmer-of-hope/Well some things change a lot, some things change a little bit and some things stay the same. So we can say, looking across the MCG horizon that the threat from COVID-19 still remains.Mon, 28 Sep 2020 13:46:00 Z2021-05-05T12:31:26Z19c4c1a6-695e-4b2d-a347-9eeb9104c010https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-warns-against-blacklisting-and-shortcuts-during-crew-change-crisis/International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) general secretary Stephen Cotton has called on national governments to end the crew change crisis and warned that it cannot be used to justify shortcuts that endanger seafarers' lives and the marine environment.Fri, 25 Sep 2020 14:30:19 Z2020-09-28T08:00:31Z2cbe069f-eb16-4a58-b533-c5820d21df58https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/un-secretary-general-calls-on-governments-to-end-crew-change-crisis/United Nations (UN) secretary-general António Guterres has called on governments around the world to designate seafarers and other marine personnel as key workers, so that those who are currently unable to travel due to Covid-19 restrictions can go home or reach their ships.Fri, 25 Sep 2020 14:14:51 Z2020-09-25T14:23:47Zc7464c8e-c392-47b8-a80b-fca4f7161742https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/free-physiotherapy-service-for-seafarers-reopens/Merchant Navy seafarers and fishing crew are now invited to post-lockdown face to face physiotherapy consultations funded by the Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS).Fri, 25 Sep 2020 14:04:18 Z2020-09-25T14:16:49Zf78e9571-5691-48e1-96d9-837d2c39a0e0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ince-flags-continued-uk-border-force-confusion-over-seafarer-quarantine-exemptions/International legal and professional services firm Ince has backed up Nautilus International's advice that seafarers carry identifying documents when in the UK, in order to avoid issues with the UK Border Force over Covid-19 quarantine restrictions.Fri, 25 Sep 2020 13:44:31 Z2020-09-28T07:00:00Z21a1937f-1eec-4049-be61-1301ebf517f7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/crew-change-crisis-could-drive-skilled-seafarers-from-the-profession/The crew change crisis could lead to skilled seafarers leaving shipping for other careers due to the ill treatment they have suffered, a leading supply chain expert has warned.Fri, 25 Sep 2020 13:25:23 Z2020-09-25T13:34:13Zb3f4be9a-052a-4963-8ebc-3a07bc225f2ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/flagging-out-debate-simmers-as-swiss-deep-sea-fleet-struggles-to-stay-afloat/Switzerland has announced a controversial decision to allow Swiss deep-sea shipowners to flag out and register their flags in so-called Flags of Convenience (FOC) countries.Fri, 25 Sep 2020 13:07:04 Z2020-09-30T15:23:12Zd0c31cb1-81eb-4b23-b04e-f80bcc279094https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/uk-must-put-safety-before-cost-in-emergency-towing-cover/A new report into shipping safety risks in UK waters highlights the 'extreme paucity' of emergency cover in several key areasThu, 24 Sep 2020 14:57:55 Z2020-09-24T15:38:58Z23504453-5e27-4d6b-a057-fe3c7eb060cchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/hundreds-of-seafarers-stranded-on-ferries-in-indian-ocean-after-suspected-coronavirus-outbreak/An international medical rescue mission is underway to help 300 seafarers caught up in a suspected coronavirus outbreak on 20 ferries in the Indian Ocean, after crews spent weeks stranded onboard without medical supplies.Thu, 24 Sep 2020 13:48:13 Z2020-09-24T20:48:41Zdcc2cfaa-86a7-4df8-8c70-d2f4c7183e01https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shadow-ministers-press-uk-government-to-act-on-pollution-threat-from-abandoned-red-sea-tanker/Two shadow ministers from the opposition Labour party have called for an urgent UK government intervention to prevent an environmental disaster issuing from a decaying oil tanker anchored in the Red Sea off Yemen.Thu, 24 Sep 2020 13:38:02 Z2020-09-24T16:14:39Z2744ec50-a197-44e8-b4f8-e345caef98d6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-petitions-anthony-veder-to-end-forced-leave/Nautilus International has petitioned Dutch gas tanker owner Anthony Veder to end its use of forced leave during the coronavirus pandemic.Thu, 24 Sep 2020 13:06:36 Z2020-09-25T13:54:33Z2e7dbd08-9c5c-4a33-bc3a-79a7018358b3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/covid-corner-cutting-will-lead-to-deaths-itf-warns/Seafarer safety is being jeopardised by the relaxation of international maritime rules during the pandemic, the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) has warned.Wed, 23 Sep 2020 16:06:13 Z2020-09-24T13:44:47Zb5b1e14d-567d-4f40-a1c0-5dfcf449fb85https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/liverpool-seafarers-centre-calls-for-un-action-on-crew-changes-this-world-maritime-day/Liverpool Seafarers Centre has asked the United Nations (UN) to act on the crew change crisis, warning that it is having a devastating impact on the mental health of seafarers.Wed, 23 Sep 2020 16:01:55 Z2020-09-24T13:45:00Z4d48dac2-2725-4364-bade-ccb54a28b428https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/detain-ships-to-stop-humanitarian-crisis-at-sea-say-unions/An influential group of unions has called for ships to be detained in ports if seafarers have been onboard longer than international treaties allow.Wed, 23 Sep 2020 14:59:00 Z2020-09-24T13:44:30Zac3ce6a2-99ab-4536-a0e6-65007aada00bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/indian-union-slams-imo-over-failing-seafarers/In a searing criticism of the 'Sustainable Shipping for a Sustainable planet' theme, National Union of Seafarers of India General Secretary Abdulgani Serang said: 'It is my firm opinion [the theme] is only idealistic in nature, for the feel good factor, and smacks of hypocrisy and double standards against the seafarers during the Covid-19 pandemic.'Wed, 23 Sep 2020 14:30:04 Z2020-09-23T14:37:01Z17727963-9e0c-497c-9e63-6d95c95e08b0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/red-funnel-cuts-full-time-jobs-for-casualised-labour/Isle of Wight ferry operator Red Funnel has again failed to adequately explain its business case for making cutting 50 roles across head office, support and operations after a downturn in crossings during the Covid-19 pandemic.Tue, 22 Sep 2020 15:07:35 Z2020-10-20T08:05:23Z18c3e835-1cc7-4d3d-8f20-1b51dd6cdf85https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-blacklisted-for-migrant-rescue-work/A seafarer is considering legal action after he was denied employment by a Dutch crewing agency due to his experience rescuing migrants in the Mediterranean.Tue, 22 Sep 2020 14:36:15 Z2021-09-16T09:25:17Zd4473fdc-e365-4276-84ce-009f62475e09https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/it-is-time-to-focus-on-flag-growth-and-tonnage-tax-review/Current events are shining a light on the absurdity of the flag of convenience system, says general secretary Mark DickinsonMon, 21 Sep 2020 14:15:00 Z2020-10-21T10:54:21Z5c44a45b-c411-4f99-b1d4-74def74c3903https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seafarer-resilience-captured-in-still-at-sea-photo-competition/The ITF Seafarers Trust photo competition gives a face to the resilience of the all-too-easily forgotten seafarers still onboard due to the pandemic crew change restrictions.Mon, 21 Sep 2020 11:00:09 Z2020-09-21T13:54:14Zc03817b5-9ea1-46d9-8405-600346f7d422https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meeting-sandra-welch-of-the-seafarers-hospital-society/Meeting Sandra Welch of the Seafarers Hospital SocietyMon, 21 Sep 2020 08:00:00 Z2020-10-16T14:59:17Z0350596b-0223-4f0b-89b7-cafcc88acf6chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/gateway-to-the-future/A lively debate on simulator training and the future of British maritime skills was held at the first virtual meeting of the Union’s Professional and Technical Forum. Helen Kelly reportsFri, 18 Sep 2020 14:02:21 Z2020-09-18T15:30:22Z16d1b31e-7f2e-4d1b-9a0f-94881cc033dahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-considers-legal-action-over-bad-faith-vggs-job-cuts/Nautilus is seeking legal advice over planned redundancies facing crew employed by VGGS, as the four offshore vessels managed by V.Ships are at the end of their bareboat charters and returning to BP in 2020 and 2021, which plans to sell them.Fri, 18 Sep 2020 10:27:01 Z2020-09-18T10:51:48Za3f2ea2e-165c-488b-ba32-85aa1a1b0385https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/more-jobs-to-go-in-offshore-sector-as-technip-cold-stacks-vessels/Offshore services supplier Technip has signalled it is seeking to make onboard job cuts due to cold stacking two vessels.Fri, 18 Sep 2020 09:56:35 Z2020-09-18T10:55:26Zad7fabb1-6e00-4738-a912-5600981d331dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/face-of--nautilus-garry-elliott-head-of-organising/Face of Nautilus: interview with Garry Elliott,head of organisingThu, 17 Sep 2020 15:31:48 Z2020-09-17T15:53:44Zd77735bc-3f20-4f8a-932f-6174c23f73c1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/lifeline-service-for-yacht-crew/Nautilus officials and yacht members are involved in a new specialist online Yacht Crew Help service to be launched this year as part of a collaborative effort with maritime charities and industry stakeholders.Thu, 17 Sep 2020 13:46:31 Z2021-08-19T09:30:17Z42b226c6-3544-4022-a7b0-e33d9ae0df23https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-road-to-maritime-resilience/Nautilus has produced a briefing document on making the maritime industry more resilient for governments and MPs.Thu, 17 Sep 2020 12:58:55 Z2020-09-22T11:20:57Z4d72ad91-f661-485e-8a8f-077374d6d8a6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-colleges-adapt-to-the-new-normal-amid-covid-19-restrictions/Reduced group sizes and an increased reliance on online teaching methods are among the measures adopted by UK maritime colleges to get back to business this term while they continue to grapple with the practicalities of preparing cadets for a life at sea during a global pandemic.Wed, 16 Sep 2020 14:29:19 Z2020-10-05T10:37:53Z42c87fa7-e221-4df6-9d5d-7497eef56fbfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/blanket-shore-leave-bans-violate-international-treaties-nautilus-warns/Nautilus International has warned employers that shore leave cannot be banned as a blanket policy during the Covid-19 pandemic.Wed, 16 Sep 2020 14:17:08 Z2020-09-16T16:30:01Z38174a34-e3f7-4d4a-9fb5-8ba46d1c4d6dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rivercruise-workers-face-covid-crisis/Nautilus has put pressure on the European Commission and the Swiss Federal Council to protect rivercrew from discrimination and unprotected dismissals during Covid-19.Wed, 16 Sep 2020 13:17:15 Z2020-09-16T13:46:32Zc93d8c62-9f43-40f8-9330-00818a6ff2e0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-catalyst-for-change-in-seafarer-training/A catalyst for change in seafarer training: tech teaching increase in Covid-19 pandemic flagged by MarTID report.Wed, 16 Sep 2020 11:35:00 Z2020-09-16T13:11:28Z2092975b-cab2-4935-8cab-5b2e5a00bd7bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/taking-stock-at-the-nautilus-welfare-fund/Maritime charity column: Taking stock by Mick Howarth, welfare services manager Nautilus Welfare FundWed, 16 Sep 2020 10:01:00 Z2020-10-16T15:19:56Z77b29653-5a1c-41d2-9188-1e1e8c42275fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tuc-congress-takes-place-online-amidst-covid-restrictions/The 152nd annual TUC congress took place virtually for the first time on 14 and 15 September. The event, which typically involves thousands of trade unionists gathering to debate key issues was instead broadcast to homes and workplaces across the country.Tue, 15 Sep 2020 15:54:45 Z2020-09-16T14:12:56Zdd858201-cec1-4baa-b979-7175e747a409https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-member-questions-labour-leader-on-support-for-maritime-sector/In response to a question from Nautilus member Chaynee Hodgetts, Sir Keir Starmer MP committed a future Labour government to supporting the UK maritime sector.Tue, 15 Sep 2020 15:34:13 Z2020-09-16T16:11:46Z1de4e980-4645-4a5b-8448-a655032a6beehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-motion-calling-for-further-action-on-crew-change-passed-by-tuc/A motion from Nautilus International keeping up the pressure on the UK government to tackle the crew change crisis was endorsed at the 2020 Trade Union Congress.Tue, 15 Sep 2020 15:21:21 Z2020-09-15T15:36:56Zd645084d-6ece-4b49-bc6a-13e20c400f07https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-century-of-literary-education-and-enjoyment-for-marine-society-ships-library-service/2020 marks the centenary of the Marine Society's ships' library service.Tue, 15 Sep 2020 12:57:15 Z2020-09-28T11:34:29Zec8733d6-f105-49d6-af7a-954394617b28https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tuc-backs-nautilus-call-for-fair-pay/A motion to the TUC on the lack of financial support for seafarers during Covid-19 was carried, during a special general council session of the 2020 Congress.Mon, 14 Sep 2020 15:57:56 Z2020-09-14T16:28:24Zffebd746-254f-49ef-80d3-211a8d047783https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/minimum-wage-must-rise-as-planned-warns-tuc-general-secretary/TUC general secretary Frances O’Grady urged the government to extend the national minimum wage in April as planned during her keynote address to the 2020 trade union congress, held virtually for the first time.Mon, 14 Sep 2020 15:50:39 Z2020-09-18T11:31:15Z3e7d5faa-90f9-4b10-b701-df82a836e3cahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-demands-uk-emergency-towing-cover-following-independent-report/Nautilus International has called on the UK government to ensure the country has enough emergency towing vehicles (ETVs), after an independent report revealed extremely poor coverage in key areas including the Dover Strait and South West Approaches.Mon, 14 Sep 2020 15:43:03 Z2020-09-24T15:36:45Z8cf9f04a-16a6-45d2-bc6a-aa417f5118f3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mark-dickinson-returns-to-tuc-governing-body/Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson has been re-elected for the twelfth consecutive year to serve on the TUC's governing body, the general councilMon, 14 Sep 2020 15:35:34 Z2020-09-16T16:28:46Z545bfdf6-cd6e-49ef-90dd-03e9281d0301https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/blog-find-your-community/Danny McGowan, chair of the Pride in Maritime Network (Maritime UK), and international organiser at Nautilus International writes about the Network's second online event being held on 30 September and finding your community.Mon, 14 Sep 2020 15:11:10 Z2020-12-08T15:40:21Z57b16606-1228-4235-a8b5-48512177f624https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/hm-coastguard-demonstrate-drones-maritime-search-and-rescue-capabilities/The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has demonstrated the use of the Hermes 900 drone for maritime search and rescue.Mon, 14 Sep 2020 15:00:40 Z2020-09-15T08:35:04Z3453221a-012b-47ad-9ca7-1264356c06e1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sri-calls-for-fair-treatment-of-seafarers-when-disaster-strikes/Seafarers' Rights International (SRI) has called on the industry to ensure fair treatment for mariners, who are increasingly at risk during the Covid-19 pandemic and face potential criminalisation when accidents take place.Mon, 14 Sep 2020 14:16:26 Z2020-09-15T11:09:35Ze022f892-36b8-40e8-a6cf-d4c94524f87ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-need-emergency-protection-following-maersk-etienne-incident-says-danish-officers-union/Lederne Søfart, the union for Danish maritime officers, has called on international trade organisations to protect seafarers during sea rescues following the Maersk Etienne incident.Mon, 14 Sep 2020 13:38:13 Z2020-09-14T15:28:51Z0c2b4480-050f-4ee9-8537-202c41449bd5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/impact-of-covid-crisis-on-seafarers-raised-in-speech-at-tuc-congress/The plight of seafarers impacted by the response to Covid-19 was raised at the first ever digital TUC Congress in a speech by Nautilus International member, Harley Vardakis.Mon, 14 Sep 2020 13:38:12 Z2020-09-14T16:30:57Zc24ca7cd-37d4-4d2e-a72a-4ab8645df141https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/un-pushes-for-immediate-recognition-of-seafarers-as-keyworkers/The United Nations (UN) has piled the pressure on governments, particularly those signed up to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), to immediately recognise seafarers as keyworkers to resolve the coronavirus crew change crisis and enable safe maritime navigation.Mon, 14 Sep 2020 13:35:31 Z2020-09-14T13:59:37Ze2212fff-3c33-4da0-ae15-0cf0de632d85https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-maritime-minister-commits-to-tackling-crew-change-crisis/Speaking at the transport select committee on his first day as the new maritime minister, Robert Courts MP pledged to work with international partners to tackle the ongoing crew change crisis.Fri, 11 Sep 2020 15:08:19 Z2020-09-11T15:26:25Zd4d34d23-d247-4771-9ae2-ca35cff2b5e3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-uk-bid-seeks-government-investment-of-1bn/Maritime UK, the representative body for the UK's maritime industries, has been working collaboratively with the Department for Transport to shape a bid for the government's comprehensive spending review, which it is claimed could directly create 15,200 maritime jobs and a further 58,400 jobs throughout the supply chain.Fri, 11 Sep 2020 14:43:38 Z2020-09-11T14:53:17Z9c8f81fd-f0c2-4ac7-80d4-9fa351fe9dbehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pando-brings-fourth-ship-back-to-dover-calais-route/The ship will depart the Port of Leith where it has been laid up since early May and will go to refit at Rotterdam before returning to service in 'freight mode only' from 3 October on the Dover/Calais route alongside the Pride of Kent, Spirit of Britain and Spirit of France.Fri, 11 Sep 2020 14:37:16 Z2020-09-11T14:45:51Z3d20ed48-baac-445c-9947-67541d6880e7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/international-union-cooperation-bolsters-carnival-corporation-cruise-negotiations/Steady progress is being made in negotiations on behalf of Nautilus members serving on Princess Cruises, P&O Cruises Australia and Holland America Line vessels.Fri, 11 Sep 2020 12:41:59 Z2020-09-11T13:06:27Z010d6ce2-fcce-4994-a92d-a1225518fdb3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/disappointing-developments-in-carnival-uk-collective-consultation/Nautilus national organiser Steve Doran has reported that two of the three main measures suggested by members to support Carnival UK during the pandemic have been rejected by the company.Fri, 11 Sep 2020 12:27:23 Z2020-09-11T12:37:39Z036d12bb-6574-4b44-9ca0-496470a9e0f7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/General-secretary-raises-plight-of-stranded-seafarers-at-select-committee-hearing/Giving evidence to the house of commons transport select committee, Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson spoke of the 'horrendous situation' facing seafarers as a result of the ongoing crew change crisis.Fri, 11 Sep 2020 08:53:52 Z2020-09-22T10:06:15Z28545ad6-1ced-4a16-ae42-03f4ad7027c2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-held-for-six-months-due-to-lack-of-replacement-crew/A seafarer who has been trapped aboard his vessel since his contract ended in March is now refusing to work after three other crewmembers were scheduled to leave the ship before him.Fri, 11 Sep 2020 08:26:24 Z2020-09-11T08:46:50Z85f99525-b1ec-498d-b371-d74776e08591https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/female-feedback-needed-for-industry-diversity-manual/Female Nautilus members were invited to share their experiences of shipboard life to help colleagues understand the challenges they face.Thu, 10 Sep 2020 15:16:47 Z2021-02-01T19:21:42Z3829208d-7a76-4f23-9f63-b51f1deb44d4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/myanmar-seafarers-win-repatriation-after-refusing-contract-extensions/Seven seafarers are being repatriated from the UK after they refused to stay aboard their vessel and sign contract extensions due to the crew change crisis.Thu, 10 Sep 2020 15:10:17 Z2020-09-10T15:24:11Zc6145185-dc34-45a3-a739-2a5615e37e25https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-expresses-support-for-the-crew-of-dutch-cargoship-attacked-by-pirates/Nautilus has expressed support for crew of the Seatrade cargoship Water Phoenix which was attacked by pirates off the coast of Nigeria on 8 September.Thu, 10 Sep 2020 13:19:24 Z2020-09-10T13:27:44Zc306ade9-fa54-40f3-bf5c-d8020d12ac8ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-unmanned-mayflower-plots-old-course-with-new-technology/Seafarers on transatlantic crossings may want to keep a lookout for a new unmanned robotic ship called the Mayflower which will mark the 400th anniversary of its namesake's famous journey this month.Wed, 09 Sep 2020 16:09:49 Z2020-09-09T16:22:34Z0a23d42a-6643-428f-95fe-0fc257887eb9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-warns-further-delays-to-crew-change-will-jeopardise-safe-shipping/The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has warned safe shipping will soon be in jeopardy if governments continue to ignore calls to allow crew changes via globally agreed protocols.Wed, 09 Sep 2020 15:52:20 Z2020-09-09T15:57:52Z85e6cf0c-5a16-45e2-abab-f4900a6d3788https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/singapore-unions-contribute-to-enhanced-covid-19-response/The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), has introduced a raft of enhanced measures to facilitate crew change and further secure safe port operations in the light of the Covid-19 pandemic.Wed, 09 Sep 2020 15:39:44 Z2020-09-14T08:28:38Z1ea1e69f-2755-4733-98a4-a701a48c0ccchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-equality-and-diversity-forum-sets-agenda-for-sustainable-change/The second meeting of the Union's new Equality and Diversity Forum (EDF) was successfully held via video conference on September 7.Wed, 09 Sep 2020 13:42:17 Z2020-09-09T14:00:25Z387db96c-eeb7-4919-a72c-9f8012dc7d21https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sea-to-city-symposium-postponed-until-2021/The Union's Sea to City symposium has been postponed until September 2021.Tue, 08 Sep 2020 16:18:26 Z2022-08-17T10:02:04Zdcf71aac-f4a1-4ed5-8424-990da5c04d70https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-looks-forward-to-partnership-with-new-maritime-minister/It's all change against at the Department for Transport, as Witney MP Robert Courts is appointed as the new UK maritime minister.Tue, 08 Sep 2020 16:14:49 Z2020-09-09T08:33:20Z1b71abc6-8a9e-491d-a42c-b16e0be2b33fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-uk-branch-conference-goes-digital/The 2020 Nautilus UK Branch Conference takes place online following successful digital Council meetings and amid continued Covid-19 restrictions.Tue, 08 Sep 2020 15:30:00 Z2022-08-17T10:48:40Zb7193859-9500-49a5-b34d-1fec69e48b00https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dreadnought-medical-service-resumes-following-covid-shut-down/The Dreadnought Medical Service is to resume following a five-month shutdown due to the Coronavirus pandemic.Tue, 08 Sep 2020 14:45:23 Z2020-09-16T11:05:13Ze4261c49-bae0-46ee-a413-87f324e1abc7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/work-ongoing-for-eu-certificates-of-competency-solution-minister-confirms/Maritime minister Kelly Tolhurst has confirmed that the UK government is continuing to work towards a solution to ensure the continued acceptance of UK certificates of competence (CoCs) by EU member states after the end of the transition period.Tue, 08 Sep 2020 13:29:17 Z2020-09-08T14:36:00Za6355114-e0e0-459d-8300-21dbe6381c16https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/face-of-nautilus-charles-boyle-director-legal-services/Face of Nautilus: Charles Boyle, director legal servicesMon, 07 Sep 2020 15:36:58 Z2020-09-07T15:53:51Z86874eb8-ff2d-4211-a437-a47831703acfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-shows-support-for-seafarers-on-merchant-navy-day/Communities across the UK have raised the Red Ensign on Merchant Navy Day to honour maritime professionals and recognise the vital contribution that they make as key workers.Thu, 03 Sep 2020 18:06:03 Z2020-09-22T10:56:50Z92854272-7ee2-4a73-a076-182fe9230ae5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-raises-the-red-ensign-to-celebrate-seafarers/Seafarers and Naultilus International staff have raised the Red Duster at the Nautilus Welfare Fund's Mariners' Park Estate and the Nautilus International office in Woodford to commemorate Merchant Navy Day.Thu, 03 Sep 2020 14:10:54 Z2021-01-25T12:48:07Z184ee0d4-ff7a-49fd-b398-9e20c7579116https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/open-letter-highlights-seafarer-heroism-and-suffering-on-merchant-navy-day/Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson, has added his name to an open letter which highlights Merchant Navy Day and draws attention to the continued plight of seafarers around the world due to the crew change crisis.Thu, 03 Sep 2020 13:54:33 Z2020-09-22T10:24:48Z927aff52-2237-4ec1-b45c-2e57c2df3884https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/face-coverings-recommended-on-cargo-ships-by-new-who-guidance/Face coverings and pre-boarding screening are among new measures being recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) in interim guidance for cargo ships.Wed, 02 Sep 2020 15:15:08 Z2020-09-02T15:51:07Zaedaeac4-40df-4d9c-8d6e-c506addfc62dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-affiliate-steps-up-pressure-for-coronavirus-testing/New Zealand maritime union the NZ Merchant Service Guild has stepped up pressure for mandatory coronavirus testing of international seafarers to strengthen border protections and enable shore leave, suggesting some vessels may need to 'cease working' for a period of time.Wed, 02 Sep 2020 14:34:18 Z2020-09-02T16:04:22Z3d2ac28e-2ba3-493d-97ff-17738845d7a3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/depicting-women-seafarers/Stereotypical images of women seafarers as pin-ups and mermaids has led the Swedish #metoo movement to launch a project to portray women seafarers in a more realistic and positive light.Tue, 01 Sep 2020 13:42:55 Z2020-09-10T16:42:22Zfc504b3e-9a1f-42af-81d8-6617c906261ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/squeezing-workers-does-not-aid-north-sea-oil-sector-says-oguk-panellist/The UK offshore oil and gas industry was warned to avoid a race to the bottom on seafarer’s wages as it seeks to recover from the ongoing downturn in the sector, which has deteriorated during the coronavirus crisis.Tue, 01 Sep 2020 12:52:40 Z2020-09-01T15:27:57Z2eba1fcc-6552-492b-9f61-c7038aa3e69dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-calls-for-uk-government-to-guarantee-maritime-resilience/Nautilus is calling on the UK government to ensure long term industry resilience in the face of the global coronavirus pandemic and looming Brexit.Tue, 01 Sep 2020 11:11:19 Z2020-12-22T09:05:34Z47e9ebb0-800a-40ec-8dce-9ebaf91ffd47https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-council-and-rules-general-meeting/The Nautilus Council will once again meet online this 26 November following successful digital meetings in June and April.Fri, 28 Aug 2020 09:26:30 Z2020-08-28T09:38:08Z63aab5d6-4486-4cd4-ab6a-edaf2b1f0bf2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-zealand-union-calls-for-mandatory-testing/New Zealand maritime union the NZ Merchant Service Guild has called for mandatory Coronavirus testing of international seafarers to strengthen border protections and enable shore leave following the decision to test workers at the country's two biggest ports.Thu, 27 Aug 2020 13:28:45 Z2020-09-02T13:52:52Z2ce44b55-9c1b-4cfb-a079-cc014f1b00aehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-wave-knight-refurbishments-nears-completion/Nautilus members working on the Royal Fleet Auxiliary tanker RFA Wave Knight can now look forward to seeing the results of substantial refurbishments onboard, including improved accommodation.Tue, 25 Aug 2020 12:46:20 Z2020-09-01T10:17:06Z0587dcca-b6cc-4feb-b79d-1b0137ac2e9fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/still-at-sea-photo-competition-captures-life-onboard-during-coronavirus/Serving seafarers are being encouraged to show the realities of life onboard during the coronavirus pandemic in a new photo competition – 'Still At Sea'.Tue, 25 Aug 2020 08:00:00 Z2020-08-25T08:13:34Z03704a19-2d04-45c8-8840-551316332d14https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-slater-fund-gets-450k-boost-for-officer-of-the-watch-training/Additional £450,000 funding has been made available to the Nautilus Slater Fund which provides training for people who work at sea seeking to gain their first Officer of the Watch (OOW) certification.Mon, 24 Aug 2020 14:30:18 Z2020-09-07T10:47:58Ze772e33d-a8a3-4272-b143-2bcf8e81af76https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-issues-timely-advice-on-superyacht-crew-rights/Nautilus has issued refreshed guidance on seafarer employment agreements (SEA) for superyacht crew and drawn attention to stakeholder responsibilities under the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC).Fri, 21 Aug 2020 11:59:54 Z2020-09-07T16:08:50Zb4f26146-c882-4335-a0f4-c6fba0e6b664https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/see-it-to-be-it-maritime-roadshow-for-girls/A UK government-backed programme may have started to crack the problem of getting more young women into maritime careers ‒ and of ensuring girls study the subjects they will need for a future in the industry. It’s early days to judge the success of 2019’s Maritime Roadshow for Girls, but as Sarah Robinson writes, there is some very encouraging data in the project’s completion reportThu, 20 Aug 2020 11:27:59 Z2020-12-11T17:25:40Z223ef7ab-b885-47af-9308-19ec3709df70https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/shining-a-light-on-the-absurdity-of-the-flag-of-convenience-system/Current events are shining a light on the absurdity of the flag of convenience system, says general secretary Mark DickinsonWed, 19 Aug 2020 13:00:00 Z2020-09-21T14:25:17Zfd1ad028-3bbe-4002-8a9b-c5ee6df009fdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/fifty-jobs-to-go-at-isle-of-wight-ferry-operator-red-funnel/Isle of Wight ferry operator Red Funnel is the latest UK passenger service to announce job losses, with up to 50 roles to be cut across its head office, support and operational functions.Wed, 19 Aug 2020 12:39:35 Z2020-08-19T12:53:44Zad87429b-f150-4dd1-b703-77a215bfe74dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-elections-your-union-your-council/2021 will see elections for the Union’s leadership. If you have good ideas for the future of your Union and the maritime industry, now is the time to put them into action by standing for the Council.Tue, 18 Aug 2020 15:57:55 Z2020-08-24T10:02:07Zff8de295-2af5-4d02-965f-69a61abcd8afhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/no-size-fits-all-when-it-comes-to-personal-protective-equipment-for-seafarers/Preliminary analysis of research conducted with seafarers by Solent University to find out whether poorly-fitting personal protective equipment is creating hazards onboard ship.Tue, 18 Aug 2020 14:16:37 Z2020-08-19T08:06:02Zbca6a7ea-8482-47f0-8ca5-c25cafc4a7c6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-dangerous-precedent/Port State Control failures to enforce safety and security regulations that could lead to unsafe ships returning to UK waters.Tue, 18 Aug 2020 11:44:37 Z2020-08-19T13:11:11Z78b26f0f-a3a1-4fb4-969f-64e8616ccf37https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-on-roll-of-honour-for-uk-merchant-navy-day-flag-raiser/Nautilus International and the Nautilus Welfare Fund are on the 'Roll of Honour' for the UK Merchant Navy Day's annual Red Ensign flag-raising event which pays tribute to seafarers.Mon, 17 Aug 2020 15:17:02 Z2020-09-22T10:22:35Zf856b58d-f1cb-4c23-9d5f-cfc3436a0f86https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dfds-signals-seafarer-redundancies-on-three-vessels/DFDS Ferries has signaled its intention to make redundancies across its seagoing ranks, launching employee consultations early August.Mon, 17 Aug 2020 13:49:18 Z2020-08-17T17:50:31Z7f181b94-81eb-4dd4-83c8-d09401142bc3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-further-strengthen-cross-border-strategy-in-ha-group-talks/Nautilus International has convened a further meeting of unions with members working across Holland America Group brands, in response to the company’s pandemic-induced proposals.Mon, 17 Aug 2020 12:56:27 Z2020-08-17T13:14:03Z2eb7c3be-db33-414d-a4c1-7b1a817e68f1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ts-shipping-told-to-review-emergency-response-following-maib-report-into-grounding-of-thea-ii/The container vessel was on its way from Amsterdam bound for Hull in December 2018, when it ran aground in the approaches to the Humber Estuary.Mon, 17 Aug 2020 11:56:28 Z2020-08-17T12:25:32Z85e08eb0-bd44-49d4-b09e-d5109cf03506https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welfare-fund-receives-110-000-pandemic-funding-boost-from-seafarers-uk/The Nautilus Welfare Fund (NWF) has received a welcome £110,000 grant from Seafarers UK to help with a 'perfect storm' of financial pressures during the Coronavirus pandemic.Mon, 17 Aug 2020 11:41:00 Z2020-09-22T11:33:56Z0650c649-8d5d-4a3c-aa37-c31de4f791f6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welfare-fund-receives-pandemic-funding-boost-in-lead-up-to-reopening-to-visitors/The Nautilus Welfare Fund (NWF) charity has received a welcome £5,000 grant from the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) to help with the cost of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at its dedicated retirement complex in Wallasey.Mon, 17 Aug 2020 11:11:27 Z2020-08-17T11:32:14Z2fa84a53-26e7-4371-a8fb-8785602fd6efhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-warns-of-trial-by-public-opinion-after-mauritius-oil-spill/Nautilus International has warned against the criminalisation of crew aboard the MV Wakashio, a Panamanian-registered, Japanese-owned bulk carrier that ran aground off the coast of Mauritius on Saturday 25 July.Mon, 17 Aug 2020 10:19:46 Z2020-08-19T14:04:41Z78a4c71b-e56f-4bbd-8e5b-54ae87fda55ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/chief-officer-requests-union-assistance-after-singapore-refuses-crew-change/The chief officer of a Portugal registered containership whose contract has expired, contacted the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) asking for help, after his request for repatriation was refused by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA).Fri, 14 Aug 2020 12:11:39 Z2020-08-17T13:34:47Z0ff2def8-9aac-4063-b657-ddbaa3a0f59ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-backtracks-on-rehire-restrictions-after-union-pressure/P&O Ferries has confirmed the removal of rehire restrictions, after pressure from Nautilus International during ongoing negotiations over redundancies.Thu, 13 Aug 2020 16:06:01 Z2020-08-17T08:52:58Z784da38d-6b36-4745-b055-578a326f01e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-action-reduces-redundancies-at-subsea-7/Compulsory redundancies at offshore vessel operator Subsea 7 have been reduced following ongoing consultation with the Union.Thu, 13 Aug 2020 09:37:16 Z2020-08-13T10:04:48Z21944783-1d67-4fdc-bfbc-3fcdf90ee060https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/v-ships-and-bp-accused-of-divide-and-conquer-tactics-during-redundancy-consultations/V.Ships and BP have been accused of 'divide and conquer tactics' during consultations on planned redundancies facing crew on four BP Offshore vessels, which are being sold as their bareboat charters end in 2020 and 2021.Thu, 13 Aug 2020 09:27:48 Z2020-08-13T09:36:10Z7bdd02b7-dce8-4932-abe5-694347f7bd6ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/when-times-are-tough/Maritime charities' guest column: Shipwrecked Mariners' Society chief executive Justin OsmondWed, 12 Aug 2020 14:38:56 Z2020-10-16T15:38:05Z18fdacae-623c-4b3f-a565-51aef7f02a69https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/marine-society-launches-new-online-english-language-course-for-seafarers/A new online course aimed at improving English language skills at sea has been launched by UK seafarers' charity The Marine Society.Wed, 12 Aug 2020 13:20:30 Z2020-08-12T14:10:03Z1854b4ce-52f0-4e20-bfa4-3bcbf5fd88a1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pando-name-david-stretch-as-new-ceo-as-janette-bell-steps-down/David Stretch will take over the reins at P&O Ferries following the departure of chief executive Janette Bell.Wed, 12 Aug 2020 11:28:02 Z2020-08-12T11:41:09Z83bdad55-11f6-4e88-bc9c-ab0c29298fc2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/bulk-carrier-crew-repatriated-from-canada-and-refunded-$92k-in-unpaid-wages/Eight Filipino seafarers who had been kept onboard their vessel for as long as 15 months, have been successfully repatriated thanks to the efforts of the International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) and Transport Canada.Wed, 12 Aug 2020 11:01:30 Z2020-08-14T13:17:54Z08a9b2b6-8a07-49cf-8e97-7b2b7721fdd2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/red-funnel-resumes-hourly-isle-of-wight-service/Isle of Wight ferry operator Red Funnel resumed its usual hourly service on Saturday 1 August, ending the temporary adjustments and suspensions to rostering which were introduced in April due to the coronavirus pandemic.Wed, 12 Aug 2020 10:44:31 Z2020-08-13T10:16:55Z114c42b1-dd1a-4bb7-b20e-ae6fefb59a70https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-urges-panama-to-step-up-after-mauritius-oil-spill/Nautilus International has called for the government of Panama to step up, after Mauritius declared a 'state of environmental emergency' on Friday 7 August, when a Panamanian-registered, Japanese-owned bulk carrier that ran aground last month began spilling fuel into the Indian Ocean.Tue, 11 Aug 2020 14:49:54 Z2020-08-19T14:03:43Z13ab085f-e36e-45a4-bd17-52e3ed6b2737https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/new-entrants-keep-european-seafarer-labour-market-buoyant/Annual seafarer data from the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) secured pre-pandemic shows continued relative stability in EuropeTue, 11 Aug 2020 11:31:24 Z2020-08-12T10:39:39Z0dc757c4-be6d-4c20-9ac2-d464bc968cc2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-issues-crew-change-warning-to-atlantic-container-line-at-liverpool/The International Transport Workers' Federation has issued a warning to Atlantic Container Line (ACL) to ensure it abides by its Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) responsibilities and ensures safe crew repatriation following an anonymous tip off from crew in Liverpool.Tue, 11 Aug 2020 10:57:58 Z2020-08-14T13:18:32Z05c3048b-f198-4ea6-8af7-67f880f62adbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/2020/august/master-mariners-call-for-further-consultation-on-simulator-training-for-sea-time-reductions/The Honourable Company of Master Mariners (HCMM) has written to the British government voicing several concerns over trial changes to deck cadet training, which would use advanced simulator training to reduce the minimum required sea-time.Tue, 11 Aug 2020 10:42:20 Z2020-08-11T10:55:56Z38cbee5a-8b58-4e1c-91bd-16706d64ab6bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-minister-steps-in-to-support-seafarers-tax-provision/Maritime minister Kelly Tolhurst has stepped in to support Union calls for clarity over specific measures to support seafarers on tax provision during the pandemic.Mon, 10 Aug 2020 13:39:00 Z2020-09-07T12:37:09Z93e34e26-f2ba-4712-b861-5f701a975debhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/redundant-oil-and-gas-workers-offered-support-to-transition-to-new-roles-in-energy-sector/Nautilus members facing redundancy in the offshore sector are being offered extra support making the transition to new roles in the UK energy sector.Mon, 10 Aug 2020 12:20:24 Z2020-08-10T12:29:29Za9d231ae-32bc-47a9-a2d4-e6b68ae5413fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-invited-to-take-part-in-global-research-mapping-health-and-wellbeing-during-pandemic/Seafarers working onboard international vessels are invited to take part in a joint research project on their experiences during the Covid-19 pandemic being carried out by UK, Swedish and Australian universities.Mon, 10 Aug 2020 09:19:21 Z2020-08-17T16:23:41Zadf08b06-df29-4c60-a394-854ecdb4dd59https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/over-contract-seafarers-stop-two-new-ships-in-australia/Over-contract seafarers stop two new ships in AustraliaFri, 07 Aug 2020 08:24:45 Z2020-08-07T08:53:11Z3b6b6b7e-9e1f-4e4d-9f0f-a19309560f0ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/eu-guide-to-safe-resumption-of-cruise-operations/The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has circulated new Covid-19 guidance for the safe resumption of cruiseship operations in the European Union.Thu, 06 Aug 2020 14:30:01 Z2021-01-15T15:18:26Z5c089897-4863-4bc3-b8f2-aacb7e3a57cfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-works-to-reduce-redundancies-at-thames-clippers/Nautilus officials and voluntary Partnership at Work (PAW) members at Thames Clippers have successfully secured two onboard positions through a job share proposal, and now seek further reductions to proposed redundancies.Thu, 06 Aug 2020 14:06:33 Z2020-08-06T14:28:12Ze4fa930f-32e7-4bfa-ba9b-d5ba97669d28https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/blog-articles/talking-about-new-normal/There is a deal of talk of a ‘new normal’, but from the MCG’s position it would seem that if we have arrived there it is a very transitory state with many issues still developing and changing.Thu, 06 Aug 2020 13:46:00 Z2021-05-20T22:31:11Zb86def35-64f7-4d30-9506-f7302f80ef66https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-new-maritime-mental-health-benchmarking-survey/Nautilus has welcomed a new benchmarking survey on mental health for employers being conducted in a partnership by Maritime UK, the umbrella body for the £46bn maritime sector.Thu, 06 Aug 2020 12:39:50 Z2020-10-14T10:30:23Zc1c19ce1-a5e6-467b-ad4a-a0673c360cfbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-and-itf-unions-in-solidarity-with-workers-and-people-of-beirut-over-fatal-port-explosion/Nautilus stands with the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) in condolences and support for seafarers and port workers and families impacted by the explosions at the Port of Beirut that has devastated the city.Thu, 06 Aug 2020 10:55:08 Z2020-08-06T11:32:19Z45009823-f6a5-4598-9800-fa4d5a7ce0e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/carnival-uk-to-take-delivery-of-950m-flagship-newbuild/Carnival UK has confirmed it will take delivery of its newbuild £950m cruise ship Iona in the coming months, despite delaying the return of its 2020 cruise season following UK government advice.Wed, 05 Aug 2020 13:42:34 Z2020-08-05T14:46:46Z28a17e91-c8a0-4929-a208-1c9322d3f99bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/bonus-and-training-trade-offs-mooted-by-holland-america-group-amid-pandemic-crunch/Holland America Group (HA-Group) has flagged to unions that cuts in bonuses and training are likely across the group during its pandemic-induced 'operational pause'.Wed, 05 Aug 2020 13:26:41 Z2020-08-05T13:34:56Z78be850e-ed0b-4076-83f7-ea2202413f28https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/zoom-in-to-next-uk-pride-in-maritime-network-meeting/Nautilus members are urged to join in the second meeting of the renamed Pride in Maritime Network (Maritime UK), for LGBT+ maritime professionals working at sea and ashore.Wed, 05 Aug 2020 13:05:51 Z2020-12-08T16:03:46Zc61eb217-bced-48e2-ad31-f47640ae7b25https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/european-social-partners-urge-uk-pm-to-use-global-influence-in-crew-change-crisis/Unions and shipping companies have written to UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson urging him to use the UK's position and diplomatic influence to get internationally agreed protocols implemented for the Covid-19 crew change crisis.Tue, 04 Aug 2020 15:07:25 Z2020-08-04T15:21:22Z127e728f-8328-4bfd-ac2e-466e3e6a3b9ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/thames-clipper-crew-adapt-to-rebranded-uber-boats-in-new-partnership-for-london/Thames Clipper crew will be working on newly re-branded Uber Boats, helping to get the Thames River passenger services in London on the move again in a new socially distanced way to meet pandemic safety measures.Tue, 04 Aug 2020 13:55:53 Z2020-08-04T15:16:58Z3d1de418-d40a-44ff-9df3-53a3c2a22125https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/crew-hit-by-coronavirus-outbreak-on-norwegian-expedition-vessel/Norwegian passenger ferry company Hurtigruten stopped its expedition cruises along the Norwegian coast after a coronavirus outbreak that infected 36 crew and several passengers.Tue, 04 Aug 2020 12:36:26 Z2020-08-04T14:39:27Z604ba1cc-f5ea-4f48-898a-66ea7d6bec3ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/fly-the-flag-for-seafarers-on-merchant-navy-day-2020/Nautilus members are encouraged support the annual initiative to promote merchant shipping and seafaring by encouraging their local authorities to the fly the Red Ensign in support of Merchant Navy Day on 3 September.Mon, 03 Aug 2020 14:55:58 Z2020-09-22T10:23:21Zf6335ec1-3f9f-49da-84ce-4ed6d155673fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pandemic-cancels-mariners-park-75th-vj-day-anniversary/Nautilus Mariners' Park residents have taken the decision to sacrifice their annual commemoration of Wartime sacrifices of Merchant Navy crew on VJ Day this year, as they continue to embrace pandemic social distancing restrictions to avoid any potential further risks.Mon, 03 Aug 2020 14:29:01 Z2020-08-03T14:53:54Z2addcc7c-6889-424f-a9b1-e90bf19f8fb0https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/publications/maritime-charities-group-submission-to-the-review-of-the-role-of-civil-society/I am writing on behalf of the Maritime Charities Group (MCG) in response to your call for contributions to the debate about how civil society can facilitate the post COVID-19 recovery.Mon, 03 Aug 2020 13:55:00 Z2023-11-05T10:30:00Z08e406fc-7202-468b-a063-ac2351427e60https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/sea-service-sorted/As pandemic restrictions start to ease, the yacht industry is getting back to work, and that means superyacht seafarers need to have their paperwork in order.Mon, 03 Aug 2020 08:25:34 Z2021-11-01T14:40:40Za4b328f0-75b5-478f-b786-30a8c75a8a28https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/our-opportunity-to-innovate/Maritime charities' guest column: Trinity House grants manager Vicky MuirFri, 31 Jul 2020 17:45:41 Z2020-10-16T15:37:23Z8957f4b6-4796-407f-94e1-c619a726cd52https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-and-sister-unions-flag-post-pandemic-cross-border-solidarity-in-cruise-sector/Nautilus and international maritime unions who organise on behalf of members working across the brands of Holland America Group, have agreed to continue close working on organising strategies in a post pandemic show of strength in the cruise sector, as it prepares to recover from the economic crisis of covid-19.Thu, 30 Jul 2020 13:09:33 Z2020-07-30T13:22:11Z30eb4acb-6f07-46a0-84bf-df433a5aa75chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-welcomes-new-diversity-in-maritime-network-tackling-ethnic-diversity-barriers-in-maritime/Nautilus has welcomed the launch of a network to support UK maritime professionals from Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority backgrounds (BAME) which will share best practice on overcoming barriers and make the UK maritime industry more reflective of the diversity of the UK.Thu, 30 Jul 2020 12:25:43 Z2020-09-15T11:09:52Zf09c8390-7568-4213-aad0-17a29d2da2f0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-questions-imo-cargo-misdeclarations-measures-following-ever-smart-investigation/Concerns over the effectiveness of International Maritime Organization (IMO) measures to tackle the dangers posed by misdeclared and overloaded containers have been raised by the UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB).Thu, 30 Jul 2020 08:30:00 Z2020-07-30T08:30:00Z8ca17c75-4afe-457a-8047-47eedccecc5ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/red-tape-continues-to-frustrate-repatriation-for-thousands-of-seafarers-warns-maritime-charity/Too much red tape in many of the countries that pledged to end the crew change crisis, may be making many of the estimated 300,000 stranded seafarers reluctant to attempt to return home, according to the Liverpool Seafarers Centre (LSC).Wed, 29 Jul 2020 13:25:22 Z2020-08-01T10:28:46Z930dd422-5236-407f-b3b5-6e072595ad49https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-nautilus-federation-website-welcomed-as-an-important-resource-hub-for-affiliates/The Nautilus Federation has launched a new flagship website which will give maritime professionals in unions affiliated to it access to maritime news, information and emergency help.Wed, 29 Jul 2020 12:43:28 Z2020-08-01T10:34:07Z7959f4d1-cffe-4b2b-b4ad-75c4d39dbfdfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/university-research-builds-on-unions-fair-treatment-campaign-against-criminalisation/Masters or crew who have faced criminal charges while working at sea after navigational or pollution incidents, are encouraged to take part in university research that builds on Nautilus's Fair Treatment campaign against the criminalisation of seafarers.Wed, 29 Jul 2020 09:22:46 Z2020-08-17T16:25:55Zc27637fb-b203-48ea-b443-0452de5743fahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/isle-of-wight-ferries-reintroduce-isolation-measures-for-passengers-returning-home-from-spain/Crews on Wightlink, Red Funnel and Hovertravel ferries have been asked to reintroduce isolation measures for passengers needing to quarantine on their way home from holidays in Spain.Tue, 28 Jul 2020 16:20:55 Z2020-07-29T11:01:13Z31246596-2b8e-4346-9997-77201bb216cbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/fatal-fall-on-dutch-cargoship-highlights-risks-of-working-alone/Dutch safety officials have warned seafarers of the risks of working alone following an investigation into a fatal accident onboard a general cargoship.Tue, 28 Jul 2020 11:10:10 Z2020-07-28T11:19:51Z0d3d848d-17fc-4db3-bf9d-669b500d83f5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ultimate-sea-views-sought-for-shipwrecked-mariners-society-photo-competition/The Shipwrecked Mariners' Society has launched its 2020 'Ultimate Sea Views' photo competition with a timely pandemic twist.Tue, 28 Jul 2020 09:45:55 Z2020-07-28T09:56:30Za4594ffa-b368-47ac-9e23-d16499b8af4dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/minds-put-at-ease-over-potential-job-losses-at-carnival-uk/Despite fears that furloughed positions would become redundancies as the year wore on, it appears that seafarers at Carnival UK are safe for now.Tue, 28 Jul 2020 09:08:09 Z2020-07-28T09:42:54Zd564773b-9296-4bc2-8faf-10b49b749b0fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/steamship-shieldhall-receives-uk-national-lottery-funding-to-prepare-for-post-pandemic-sailings/Southampton's heritage steamship SS Shieldhall has received a Heritage Emergency Grant to restart an essential maintenance programme halted due to the Covid-19 lockdown.Mon, 27 Jul 2020 13:17:44 Z2020-07-27T13:25:02Zcba219b5-4520-463b-a78d-d9de9d3ad88ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-members-urged-to-support-petition-to-allow-online-voting-for-union-democracy/Nautilus members in the UK have been urged to vote in support of a new petition calling for the government to allow online voting in statutory union votes, including elections and strike ballots.Mon, 27 Jul 2020 11:54:53 Z2020-09-14T15:55:02Z9153689d-7902-4a22-a86a-a0a849d2786dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/insurer-sees-surge-of-ship-accidents-on-horizon-as-pandemic-puts-squeeze-on-safety-measures/The economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic could reverse positive safety trends, says insurer seeing surge of ship accidents on horizon as pandemic puts squeeze on safety.Mon, 27 Jul 2020 09:37:31 Z2020-07-30T15:58:34Z575bd2d8-7228-4a58-9d27-ae235f5ba31bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-new-adventure-every-day/Chief officer and master Fraser Matthew can be found plying the waves on large passenger ships on the Irish Sea and around the west of ScotlandFri, 24 Jul 2020 14:38:01 Z2025-07-30T08:06:53Z52ab0927-72d6-4fcc-a7cf-41d42183c560https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/cadet-ella-mackinem-has-never-had-a-dull-moment-from-the-minute-her-educational-compass-was-reset-towards-a-career-at-sea/Ella has a family history in the Royal Navy, but it took a chance open day university visit to research a math degree before she was pointed in a new direction for a career at seaFri, 24 Jul 2020 13:11:17 Z2025-07-30T07:46:04Zf7931078-7385-4577-a089-869bec71664chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-green-lights-simulator-training-for-sea-time-reductions/The UK has given the green-light to trial enhanced simulator training in return for limited sea-time reductions.Fri, 24 Jul 2020 09:22:01 Z2020-08-12T16:08:56Z1ca30050-9607-4271-adba-18c0507d913bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sailors-society-provides-free-mental-health-and-wellbeing-support-to-more-than-1000-ships/Crew on more than 1,000 ships have been supported by a free mental health and wellbeing support programme set up in response to Covid-19 by international maritime welfare charity Sailors' Society.Thu, 23 Jul 2020 15:26:56 Z2020-07-23T15:35:52Zab0343af-9ff5-44e5-8f0c-d0429d59dae4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-future-of-our-past/Nautilus feature exploring the many UK maritime museums who have used their websites to keep the public engaged during the coronavirus pandemic.Thu, 23 Jul 2020 14:04:06 Z2020-08-07T09:46:51Z17a75803-cd72-4853-9ea5-1ab50a1708e7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/chief-engineer-tenyon-latter-says-there-is-a-vessel-out-there-for-everyone-interested-in-maritime-engineering/Rising through the ranks from engine cadet to chief engineer has been a satisfying career for mechanically minded Tenyon Latter, and one he would never contemplate changingWed, 22 Jul 2020 15:45:10 Z2025-07-30T07:43:01Zbed57639-40bd-4e37-b4a9-92c719f711b1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/giving-a-voice-to-the-needs-of-maritime-professionals-on-training/Giving a voice to the needs of maritime professionals on training: Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson, explains his new role as a maritime skills commissioner.Wed, 22 Jul 2020 14:30:00 Z2020-08-19T14:00:40Z0c5430c3-e9f6-46a6-a9aa-144dda0d2cc6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/piracy-on-the-rise-in-several-regions/The number of attacks on ships and crews increased by 20 percent in the first half of 2020, the ICC International Maritime Bureau has reported.Wed, 22 Jul 2020 14:01:21 Z2020-07-22T14:15:26Z69d21441-5c59-414f-8950-8663466c8972https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/global-power-shifts-from-horn-of-africa-port-investments-and-middle-east-rivalries-under-spotlight-in-new-uk-led-research/A $US500,000 research project led by a UK university is examining how the increase in Gulf investments in port infrastructures in the Horn of Africa has affected citizens and politics in the region.Wed, 22 Jul 2020 13:38:43 Z2020-07-22T13:57:37Zf31ec51b-f83b-436a-aa84-50cd1142b512https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/princess-royal-thanks-seafarers-for-their-critical-role-in-pandemic/Maritime UK patron HRH The Princess Royal has paid tribute to maritime workers' critical role as the 'first and last link' in the supply chain during the coronavirus crisis.Wed, 22 Jul 2020 12:47:31 Z2020-07-22T12:53:46Z32b62124-cafa-4107-9d64-d2b3ff6eb8a7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-urged-to-remember-certificates-of-competency-in-eu-negotiations/Nautilus and the UK Chamber of Shipping have issued a joint warning to the British government to pay heed to seafarers while negotiating a future relationship with the EU.Tue, 21 Jul 2020 15:50:31 Z2020-07-21T15:55:41Z57553e6e-5a92-4259-8bec-142ff725af12https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/liverpool-battle-of-atlantic-memorial-funding-appeal/The Liverpool Battle of Atlantic Memorial committee has launched a £600,000 funding appeal to raise money for a memorial, dedicated to all combatants, men and womenTue, 21 Jul 2020 10:51:11 Z2020-10-20T12:13:50Zd42a8850-bff8-4f5f-b1ad-d24b650c4dachttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/face-of-nautilus-jane-davies-registered-manager-mariners-park-care-home-and-nautilus-care/Face of Nautilus interview with Jane Davies, registered manager Mariners' Park Care Home and Nautilus CareMon, 20 Jul 2020 16:09:58 Z2020-07-22T14:32:24Z2851eea5-78d8-4df6-9000-ca16140cf31bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/no-more-excuses-on-crew-change-crisis/Maritime law experts stress that the Maritime Labour Convention is still very much in force, and some seafarers are illegally being denied their rights to relief and repatriation during the pandemic.Mon, 20 Jul 2020 14:58:25 Z2020-08-21T15:34:42Z84c4ef72-3bbf-408c-b477-2fadaff36253https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/port-welfare-committee-helps-itf-repatriate-stranded-seafarers/The International Transport Workers' Federation and local port welfare committees have arranged transport home for two seafarers trapped in Queensland, Australia, due to the Covid-19 crew change crisisMon, 20 Jul 2020 11:14:57 Z2020-08-14T13:20:19Zdf878022-0e46-4206-8f41-5f6957445626https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-cooperate-to-repatriate-sick-seafarers/The Russian seafarers had been stranded on their vessel in Poland due to coronavirus travel restrictions.Mon, 20 Jul 2020 11:09:02 Z2020-07-20T13:14:14Z99fe209c-1be6-494d-b62e-c86a9805707ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/cruiseship-deck-cadet-gareth-hampton-recalls-the-thrill-of-taking-the-wheel-for-the-first-time/Northern Ireland cadet Gareth Hampton has learnt early the seafarers' pang of missing family milestones, but discovering the world and all its cultural diversity is its own rewardMon, 20 Jul 2020 08:35:00 Z2024-02-05T12:27:04Z57d34ae5-1017-4146-99bf-923f32fb6e2chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/machinery-at-sea-was-made-for-third-engineer-harley-vardakis/As a maritime engineer, Harley Vardakis has learnt the value of a close knit supportive team while on duty far from home, and embraces both the commitment and the opportunities of a life at seaMon, 20 Jul 2020 08:30:00 Z2025-07-30T07:59:37Zded81ca2-6856-400e-a254-e91c56cb4e99https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/how-collective-action-can-help-stamp-out-port-bribery/Port corruption in the global shipping industry is a stubborn problem that persists despite individual countries' efforts to pass anti-corruption laws, but it can be done if we all act as one.Fri, 17 Jul 2020 15:51:06 Z2020-07-24T09:13:11Zc739f986-f68c-4a9d-91ea-e740b36ac535https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/training-for-tomorrows-world-whats-new-with-the-skillsea-project/The EU-funded SkillSea project is working to identify the digital, green and soft management skills European maritime professionals will need in the years to come ‒ and make sure these are taught at college.Fri, 17 Jul 2020 14:38:48 Z2020-07-17T15:23:34Z29d005d4-3fb1-40f2-8896-c63813473c3dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/yacht-deck-officer-james-sherwood-enjoys-speaking-the-global-language-of-the-sea/Superyacht crew have the challenge of working to an extreme range of finely tuned details every day, from ship operations to passenger food and song preferences in the tender, and deck officer James Sherwood is no exceptionFri, 17 Jul 2020 10:37:47 Z2024-02-05T12:31:46Zeb5d52ac-ea98-49ca-b6ae-1a0d3b0b0137https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/sea-to-city-case-study-rod-johnson-from-deck-officer-to-city-law-firm-marine-director/Sea to City case study: Rod Johnson – from deck officer to City law firm marine directorThu, 16 Jul 2020 14:57:39 Z2023-08-11T11:16:04Zef5d07f7-3e08-406f-a09e-8530ec58c3e0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fast-action-by-ferry-crew-stopped-submarine-smash/The crew of a Stena Line ferry have been praised for their fast and effective action to avert 'the immediate danger' of a collision with a nuclear submarine in the Irish Sea.Thu, 16 Jul 2020 14:28:42 Z2020-07-16T14:45:24Zd549e3d3-b24e-4d68-8c49-3e6a34c85fb6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/i-robot-reboot-surveys-gauge-the-influence-of-artificial-intelligence-in-employment/The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has launched a project looking at the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in employment relationships, including the use of AI in recruitment, line management and monitoring, and is asking workers to take a survey on the topic.Thu, 16 Jul 2020 13:41:21 Z2020-07-16T14:53:03Z66113077-6b4b-4c09-aea4-3e1408f1d4a9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/southampton-welcomes-new-port-chaplain/Revd Hasna Khatun will provide support to the thousands of seafarers who visit the port each year.Thu, 16 Jul 2020 10:27:38 Z2020-07-20T21:29:11Z8e3b4b37-c745-48de-ad05-786d56454c69https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-urges-immediate-access-to-shoreside-medical-care/New guidance issued to help ensure that seafarers who become ill at sea can get the treatment they need ashore during the Covid-19 pandemic.Wed, 15 Jul 2020 12:10:14 Z2020-07-15T12:33:53Zffcb4192-a44a-474f-96f1-66259514b7e3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/disappointment-for-carnival-uk-as-cruise-season-delayed-further/Company extends pause in operations following government advice that cruise holidays are still too risky due to the Coronavirus pandemic.Wed, 15 Jul 2020 10:58:08 Z2020-07-15T11:20:00Z24a05108-06e3-44c1-b91f-ad949d331364https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/australia-cracks-down-on-covid-tours-of-duty-extensions/Australia is enforcing a maximum continuous period that a seafarer can serve onboard a vessel without taking leave, which could see ships prevented from departing Australian ports if crew have spent too long at sea.Tue, 14 Jul 2020 14:04:27 Z2020-07-14T14:09:16Z111ceca8-8cde-47c0-b70a-eaec3b797197https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/boost-for-maritime-technology-innovation/Eleven maritime technology projects have been awarded grants totalling £1.5m to help promote innovation in the sector.Tue, 14 Jul 2020 13:54:33 Z2020-07-14T13:59:28Z87397020-018d-4eaf-b0dc-4b83de082d0ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-mca-to-begin-phased-return-to-vessel-inspections/The resumption of routine vessel inspections is a partial relaxing of the restrictions put in place in March this year, in response to the Covid-19 pandemic.Tue, 14 Jul 2020 12:29:28 Z2020-07-20T21:36:13Zebbf5a2a-7924-46ec-976e-23c42e788d47https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-pressure-sees-deeside-reduce-redundancies-further/Compulsory redundancies at offshore vessel operator Deeside (Guernsey) Ltd have been further reduced, following action by Nautilus International.Mon, 13 Jul 2020 13:09:09 Z2020-07-13T13:12:41Z9e0ef642-eb47-4752-b83f-61ddc674f16dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/windstar-crew-accept-six-month-pay-cut/Seafarers will take a pay cut of between 10% and 20% (depending on rank), for six months to the end of the 2020.Mon, 13 Jul 2020 13:03:08 Z2020-07-20T09:58:04Z0cbeecd7-b0f2-4ee6-be66-63da4bcc7a30https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maersk-praises-team-effort-after-covid19-outbreak-onboard-containership/Crew, maritime unions, and the US authorities thanked for their efforts, after 11 seafarers onboard the Maersk Idaho tested positive for coronavirus.Mon, 13 Jul 2020 11:09:24 Z2020-07-13T11:35:27Z4fa83416-23f3-4ddf-8f98-4394d38df588https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/cruise-crew-stuck-at-sea-are-ground-down-by-covid-restrictions/Despite efforts by national governments to designate seafarers as key workers and exempt them from Covid travel restrictions, hundreds of thousands remain stuck at sea in deteriorating conditions. Nautilus hears from one cruise company employee who says employers need to be reminded of their obligations to seafarers under the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC)Mon, 13 Jul 2020 08:00:00 Z2020-07-27T15:54:54Z6a56060b-a826-4b1d-9d6e-1dab7be242f9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/governments-must-bring-in-exemptions-for-seafarers/The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) has called on the world’s governments to act swiftly to give seafarers visa, border and quarantine exemptions in order to make crew changes possible and resolve the present crisis.Fri, 10 Jul 2020 11:01:11 Z2020-07-10T11:05:45Zcb0c08b7-ee82-4ee2-8225-8158b08c36a2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-says-cruise-holidays-still-too-risky/The United Kingdom Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) has reiterated its advice to British nationals against taking holidays on cruise ships.Fri, 10 Jul 2020 10:38:26 Z2020-07-10T10:46:33Z489c5e14-a5a9-4108-808a-08dd8486d1a0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ministerial-meeting-calls-for-international-protocols-on-crew-changes/The UK is leading a coalition of 15 countries calling for the creation of international protocols to facilitate shipping operations and the immediate safe resumption of seafarer crew changes globally.Thu, 09 Jul 2020 15:29:01 Z2020-07-29T10:33:14Z593caace-bbf5-43ef-a0d1-605ddf09c8e5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/european-leaders-urged-to-make-real-difference-in-global-crew-change-crisis/International and European maritime industry stakeholders have further urged European leaders to resolve the ongoing crew change crisis in a series of communiqués to senior figures in the European Commission and European Parliament.Wed, 08 Jul 2020 11:27:34 Z2020-07-27T13:39:55Z51f8446f-e6ca-4690-915f-16fc5f3ff3c7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-standard-set-in-wellbeing-training/A new good practice guide to mental health and wellbeing awareness training has been launched to help sort the wheat from the chaff in the fast-growing wellness industry.Tue, 07 Jul 2020 15:20:47 Z2021-05-25T14:49:52Z8f8ae0f8-7d24-43e6-aae0-79157e67e401https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sailors-society-appoints-sara-baade-as-new-chief-executive/Sara Baade will take over as Sailors' Society's new chief executive officer, starting in September 2020.Tue, 07 Jul 2020 14:28:35 Z2020-07-09T15:13:34Zcc4a5827-5c72-4e90-a9e8-e01c40495533https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/news/maritime-charities-launch-mental-health-awareness-and-wellbeing-training-standard/The Maritime Charities Group, a coalition of 10 major maritime charities, has joined forces with the Merchant Navy Training Board to publish a good practice guide to designing a training course for seafarers on mental health and wellbeing awareness.Tue, 07 Jul 2020 13:56:00 Z2021-06-07T14:39:32Z1b2450e4-ea0f-4d82-83fc-b78d2ce54ac9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/paul-butterworth-named-seafarers-uk-chair-of-trustees/Paul Butterworth has been named the new chair of Seafarers UK at the charity’s Annual Meeting, after serving as a trustee for three years.Tue, 07 Jul 2020 12:19:45 Z2020-07-09T15:11:39Zd35ac4ae-8426-4c4f-a88c-1ea2471fde38https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/momentum-builds-among-maritime-employers-for-apprenticeship-initiative/Momentum is continuing to grow for a maritime apprenticeship initiative, as more than 20 UK employers have now pledged commitment to the scheme, launched by the Maritime Skills Alliance in June 2020Tue, 07 Jul 2020 11:12:43 Z2020-07-17T11:36:00Z36bb4411-ffec-4089-8d64-5c7041fbd098https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/take-part-in-nautilus-crew-change-survey/Nautilus International has launched a survey to gather further evidence on the issues members have experienced with crew change during the global coronavirus pandemic.Tue, 07 Jul 2020 09:45:22 Z2020-08-17T16:22:01Zabcc5bed-4f3b-4b2b-9cbd-a4c7e3705070https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-sea-to-city-symposium/If you are considering a move ashore then come to the special symposium organised by Nautilus International and Maritime London about the new Sea to City initiative.Tue, 07 Jul 2020 08:13:54 Z2021-06-21T11:59:33Z214effb4-fd4f-4fc4-b398-61e623d9f3a1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipwrecked-mariners-society-launches-1m-covid-19-support-fund-for-working-age-seafarers/The UK maritime welfare charity Shipwrecked Mariners' Society has marked the beginning of Seafarers Awareness Week 2020 by announcing a new £1m Covid-19 Response Fund.Mon, 06 Jul 2020 14:26:58 Z2020-07-06T16:44:25Za919d795-c0a0-478a-9053-866d95c1659bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/philippines-takes-action-on-pandemic-crew-relief-and-repatriation/The Philippines has become the latest nation to introduce a 'green lane' system to allow seafarers to leave and join their vessels while pandemic travel restrictions are in force.Mon, 06 Jul 2020 14:13:24 Z2020-07-06T15:12:23Z333ada0a-69b8-4dfe-9a58-ed6c8b2a9defhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-uk-seeks-to-lift-the-lid-on-suicides-at-sea/A lack of reliable data about seafarer suicides during the pandemic crew change crisis has been highlighted by Seafarers UK at the beginning of Seafarers Awareness Week, with a call for the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) to be improved for recording deaths at sea.Mon, 06 Jul 2020 12:49:47 Z2020-07-06T14:34:45Zd54ee353-0384-4ea6-8479-24aa41669b56https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-pressure-sees-po-ferries-revise-planned-redundancies/P&O Ferries has revised down proposed officer redundancies and acknowledged the need to retain additional skilled maritime professionals following intense negotiations with Nautilus International.Fri, 03 Jul 2020 15:10:48 Z2020-08-12T11:41:57Z6649b75f-f5c8-4497-9fe6-81c048f2850bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seahorse-redundancy-compensation-saga-finally-over-for-wronged-seafarers/A long-running battle to secure compensation owed to Nautilus members by offshore vessel operator Seahorse Maritime Ltd has finally come to an end.Fri, 03 Jul 2020 14:34:56 Z2020-07-03T16:41:07Z844c94b8-6931-48ee-ad08-b34472365930https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-fairness-campaign-to-tackle-workplace-inequalities/Nautilus International's global Fairness campaign is tackling the worst inequalities faced by workers in the maritime industry.Fri, 03 Jul 2020 13:57:22 Z2020-09-16T15:53:51Z193489b5-0867-45e8-9fad-cbe78e98b645https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/lack-of-information-frustrates-members-in-nautilus-consultation-with-subsea-7/Nautilus is continuing to resist redundancies for members at Subsea 7 after an intense few weeks of negotiations.Fri, 03 Jul 2020 12:23:30 Z2020-07-06T16:39:14Z80ec587e-162b-42d4-9f57-20781260f4d2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/glasgows-maritime-graduates-honoured-online-as-covid-19-cancels-cathedral-ceremony/City of Glasgow College has turned a tough situation into a celebration by recognising its Class of 2020 with a dedicated webpage and a commemorative brochure.Thu, 02 Jul 2020 15:11:08 Z2020-07-02T16:21:20Z2f0cd389-6771-402a-bbb7-34a311c0628dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/bp-offshore-crews-likely-to-face-redundancies-as-caledonian-vessels-are-sold/Nautilus has started negotiations to reach the best possible deal for members on four BP Offshore vessels which are being sold as their bareboat charters end in 2020 and 2021.Thu, 02 Jul 2020 14:47:00 Z2020-07-02T14:58:50Z04cc2791-9bc3-45cd-83ae-bea6c11722b9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-urged-to-give-mps-earache-with-letter-writing-campaign-on-uk-seafarers-pandemic-pay-and-tax-status/Nautilus has been working hard to ensure members are treated fairly during the Covid-19 pandemic. Successes have included persuading the UK government to designate seafarers as key workers and ensuring the furlough scheme is applied to as many maritime professionals as possible. But there are still some stubborn outstanding issues, and action is now needed from large numbers of individual members to get the government's attention.Wed, 01 Jul 2020 15:20:02 Z2020-09-07T12:38:00Z266e1cd6-ce61-414c-9aca-bfbb074639a6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sound-your-horns-for-critical-crew-changes/Ship crew globally are being encouraged to sound their horns in ports at 12 midday local time on 8 July, the day before a UK government summit on Covid-19 crew changes.Tue, 30 Jun 2020 15:47:10 Z2020-06-30T15:56:29Z625a6655-ca2e-44ab-a444-0392e3ae3d76https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/continued-government-apathy-on-crew-change-is-leaving-shipping-at-crisis-point/Ship registries have been warned not to take shortcuts on crew changes by the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF).Tue, 30 Jun 2020 15:32:20 Z2020-06-30T15:57:11Zbc2530da-9729-43d5-be56-de4f1fd11d2dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/risk-of-action-by-thousands-of-desperate-crew-as-five-cruise-vessels-detained-in-uk-for-mlc-breaches/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) has warned of possible action by thousands of desperate crew stuck onboard five cruise vessels detained in the UK for Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) breaches.Tue, 30 Jun 2020 08:08:00 Z2020-08-04T14:58:36Zafc0014c-75b0-4774-ace3-d484851fc621https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/2020/june/maritime-book-reviews-june-2020/Welcome to the Nautilus Telegraph's monthly book reviews - a unique service bringing you the latest maritime releases from specialist and mainstream publishers. This month, we have five reviews for you, and our book of the month is A Wife on the Ocean Wave, by Carole Goldsmith.Mon, 29 Jun 2020 15:13:07 Z2020-07-03T11:41:54Z9da9be6c-95d3-4d6e-bbc5-f1d39636f84chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-celebrates-successful-charter-for-jobs-campaign-as-national-minimum-wage-amendments-pass-house-of-lords/Nautilus has achieved one of the most important points on its long-running Charter for Jobs campaign – to apply the National Minimum Wage to all vessels engaged in UK waters.Mon, 29 Jun 2020 13:39:26 Z2020-07-06T14:49:52Zc32e8456-744e-420f-be79-b62fd7deb19dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-maritime-employers-buck-pandemic-trend-with-pledges-to-maintain-apprenticeships/Amid increasing concerns about coronavirus-related disruption to education and training, several major UK employers have made a welcome commitment to maritime apprenticeships.Mon, 29 Jun 2020 13:29:03 Z2020-07-17T11:39:37Zd1eb95e5-2585-4266-bc12-d417d0dad318https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/peel-ports-delays-2020-vts-pay-review-due-to-pandemic/Peel Ports Liverpool Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) has introduced a 'pay pause' while it deals with potential redundancies across the business.Mon, 29 Jun 2020 13:24:18 Z2020-07-02T15:25:20Zfb27afe9-331f-4a11-9351-1c7918d0abbdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/msc-zoe-investigation-super-sized-boxship-safety-needs-radical-upgrade/Radical action to improve containership safety has been demanded by a joint investigation into an incident off the Dutch coast last year when more than 340 boxes were lost by the 19,244TEU MSC Zoe.Mon, 29 Jun 2020 11:16:27 Z2020-06-29T11:28:26Zf83362ed-8b19-4cf5-b035-0c476327970dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/bimco-releases-covid-crew-change-clause-for-time-charters/BIMCO has released a Covid-19 crew change clause for time charters that allows vessels to divert from agreed routes to get seafarers home.Mon, 29 Jun 2020 10:53:31 Z2020-06-29T11:08:37Za6a8f05c-f05c-4629-9fba-400f180bcfdahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-port-operators-launch-open-data-project-to-boost-jobs-in-coastal-communities/The UK Major Ports Group (UKMPG) has launched an 'open data' project to boost jobs in coastal communities.Mon, 29 Jun 2020 10:21:53 Z2020-06-29T10:46:20Z3ece8998-4a37-4300-946e-dc4071043872https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/crew-welfare-debate-for-day-of-the-seafarer-dominated-by-pandemic-crew-change-crisis/An online event to mark International Day of the Seafarer 2020 focused mainly on the worldwide crew change crisis, with panellists discussing how to get stranded seafarers home – or at least have a bearable life onboard while they waited.Fri, 26 Jun 2020 11:31:28 Z2020-06-26T11:48:40Zd754a28f-894c-42d2-ad5a-33f5f175997dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-international-financial-statements-for-2019/Nautilus International Financial Statements for 2019Fri, 26 Jun 2020 08:00:00 Z2022-08-04T09:39:10Z1428d12f-7094-4047-9294-2692a04eeee4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/global-crew-change-video-campaign-launched-by-unions-and-employers/Global crew change video campaign launched by unions and employersThu, 25 Jun 2020 13:56:24 Z2020-06-25T14:26:55Zc08f853e-172f-4d74-952e-ace12efba7aahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-uk-prime-ministers-commitment-to-global-keyworkers-in-crew-change-crisis/Nautilus has welcomed a commitment from UK prime minister Boris Johnson to address the plight of seafarers stranded by the Covid-19 crew change crisis.Thu, 25 Jun 2020 13:13:03 Z2020-06-25T13:26:48Z8997f526-222d-4adc-913f-3f948fe36c7ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/free-maritime-mental-health-support-highlighted-on-international-day-of-the-seafarer/The Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS) has renewed its contract with online mental health service Big White Wall for another year, in response to the Covid-19 pandemic.Thu, 25 Jun 2020 10:32:34 Z2020-06-25T14:56:21Z24cbfe96-cd6a-4a5c-a714-f9daf503dd03https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/panama-defies-seafarers-rights/The world’s largest ship register – the Panama Ship Registry – has signalled its intention to allow seafarers 'subject to authorisation' to remain onboard for up to 17 months 'due to the outbreak of Covid-19'. One can safely assume that this authorisation will follow swiftly such is the nature of the ship registration business, for that is what it is. Run for commercial gain rather than the fulfilment of the states obligations that derive from the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).Thu, 25 Jun 2020 09:46:37 Z2020-06-30T13:56:49Z15d8123b-79ea-46c2-b5f6-2b8f61b1a907https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-new-fair-treatment-app-is-a-friend-in-your-pocket-wherever-you-are-in-the-world/Nautilus International celebrated International Day of the Seafarer with the launch of a new Nautilus Fair Treatment App, which provides members with instant access to Union advice and support following an incident at sea.Wed, 24 Jun 2020 16:00:00 Z2020-07-07T09:55:43Zdfa66ea5-781c-4feb-9f1b-21e9451b3b45https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/time-pressure-a-factor-in-cargo-loading-accident/Time pressures may have been one of the factors leading to an accident in which two seafarers were injured during cargo operations in the Scottish port of Campbeltown last year, an investigation has revealed.Wed, 24 Jun 2020 15:10:10 Z2020-06-24T15:14:23Z74dc2839-2e04-4b43-b5fc-58ea7be2febfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/navigating-the-crew-change-crisis-how-uncertainty-at-work-can-be-a-threat-to-seafarer-wellbeing/Delays in crew relief and repatriation have made life hard for seafarers during the Covid-19 pandemic, with many trips being extended long beyond the original contracts. But is it the actual length of these tours of duty that’s the problem, or is something else going on when seafarers report stress and anxiety? Dr Helen Devereaux of Solent University explains the importance of having control over your work, and invites seafarers to take part in a new study on the impact of the pandemicWed, 24 Jun 2020 10:54:00 Z2020-06-25T10:46:25Zf528efff-45d0-491c-84e8-76135565aa27https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mark-dickinson-appointed-commissioner-to-maritime-skills-commission/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson has been appointed a commissioner on the Maritime Skills Commission (MSC) which is tasked with expanding the industry's pool of maritime talent.Tue, 23 Jun 2020 13:55:44 Z2020-07-01T13:09:48Zacab8b3c-6559-4aad-8f9f-923577912cf2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/blacklisting-call-for-panama-flagged-ships-as-seafarers-told-to-stay-onboard-longer/Nautilus International has called for all Panama flagged ships to be targeted for inspection by Port State Control and detained for breaching the Maritime Labour Convention when entering their country in response to its 'inhumane' extension of Seafarer contracts.Tue, 23 Jun 2020 11:06:51 Z2020-06-24T08:23:14Zd3cb617c-2dfc-4a43-bdad-2afee452b406https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/mercy-ships-marries-maritime-and-medical/Ahead of International Day of the Seafarer on 25 June 2020, Nautilus talked to 31-year-old HVAC Technician Ruben Galama, who comes from a Dutch seafaring and nursing family, a combination that led him to work with Mercy Ships. His mother is a nurse, his Nautilus member father is a chief engineer with Holland America Line and his sister works with the same line as a deck officerTue, 23 Jun 2020 08:54:40 Z2020-06-24T08:41:13Zd4638ec3-66cc-4e01-89c0-20886938db6ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-and-employers-press-uk-government-on-seafarers-pandemic-pay-plight/Nautilus has joined with its UK social partners to demand action from the British government on financial support for seafarers during the Covid-19 pandemic.Mon, 22 Jun 2020 15:29:05 Z2020-06-24T08:28:18Z67f4b066-99d7-46a0-a73d-56ffbc938784https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/points-based-immigration-system-could-boost-british-seafarer-employment/Data compiled by Nautilus shows that the UK government's proposed new points-based immigration system could help put an end to social dumping ‒ the use of cheaper overseas labour ‒ in British waters. Helen Kelly reportsMon, 22 Jun 2020 15:22:59 Z2020-06-30T12:30:38Ze8506618-a211-4cdc-9865-4b8e5733592chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seafarers-the-forgotten-essential-workers/The crew change crisis is getting desperate, writes NIC GARDNER. Employers and governments need to wake up to the plight of seafarers stuck at sea or at homeMon, 22 Jun 2020 13:59:57 Z2022-05-09T08:09:04Za2ae1281-8fc6-47c2-a122-2e149d726ca9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/face-of-nautilus-captain-stephen-gudgeon-council-member-and-nautilus-champion/Face of Nautilus: Captain Stephen Gudgeon, Council member and Nautilus ChampionMon, 22 Jun 2020 11:54:05 Z2020-06-24T08:49:36Zd9b06e79-24ea-4cd0-b976-2007cb736e19https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-birth-of-a-movement-100-years-of-maritime-regulation/Nautilus historical feature looking back at the birth of a movement to support seafarers, ahead of the International Labour Organization's centenary celebrations.Mon, 22 Jun 2020 09:59:19 Z2020-06-24T08:52:24Z58d9359c-e603-41b2-a65e-acba4adb5e5ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cruise-ships-in-tilbury-and-bristol-inspected-after-crew-welfare-concerns-raised/Concerns over crew welfare have led surveyors acting for the Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) to detain the Astoria cruise ship, which is currently at Tilbury Docks.Fri, 19 Jun 2020 16:03:56 Z2020-06-19T16:30:06Zb215ca62-9b5e-4fd8-8372-4654c8af8f41https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/singapore-union-funds-covid-crew-change-r-and-r-relief/The Singapore Organisation of Seamen (SOS), an affiliate of the Nautilus Federation, is to set aside more than SGD1.5million to assist with crew changes in the Covid-19 pandemic.Fri, 19 Jun 2020 14:56:43 Z2020-06-22T15:27:20Z768c396c-de0f-4b83-8cb8-32353d52f1e2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/quarantined-seafarers-run-200-miles-around-their-rooms-for-charity/Two Nautilus members under mandatory quarantine used their time waiting to join their next ship by fundraising – completing 200 miles in 10 days – all in just the small space of their hotel bedrooms.Fri, 19 Jun 2020 13:37:19 Z2020-06-24T08:37:56Z29972d75-2514-458a-b9e5-3423f408a4e0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-proud-to-play-its-part-in-global-mobilisation-on-crew-changes/The unfolding crew change crisis has exposed deep inconsistencies from governments keen to kickstart economies while seafarers remain trapped onboard, says Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson.Fri, 19 Jun 2020 12:31:06 Z2020-07-22T15:05:13Ze68331e0-39ee-4b0f-997a-df3b302c4c2ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ship-owners-not-installing-scrubbers-to-save-money-during-pandemic/Ship owners are ignoring the global sulphur cap and postponing or cancelling the installation of 'scrubbers' that extract harmful sulphur emissions from their vessels, to save money during the coronavirus pandemic.Thu, 18 Jun 2020 09:18:13 Z2020-06-18T12:31:37Zf96af703-a16c-44ad-85e6-d88767694ac6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/netherlands-top-country-for-crew-changes-as-repatriations-grind-to-a-halt/The Netherlands was the top country for successful crew changes in May, with Port of Rotterdam enabling more crew transits than any other worldwide, according to data from the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS).Wed, 17 Jun 2020 14:57:51 Z2020-06-17T15:47:33Zafc7689e-4d97-4ae2-92b5-d33b67c93642https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pandemic-passport-fracas-leaves-indian-seafarers-stateless/Indian seafarers stuck in the UK with expired passports are being made stateless and refused transit home by Immigration officials who refuse to comply with International Maritime Organization (IMO) safe crew change protocols.Wed, 17 Jun 2020 14:22:16 Z2020-06-22T08:24:11Z275c2f8e-d62d-4bea-b9dd-8cd201366d25https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nasa-mars-mission-tech-to-help-improve-maritime-navigation/A UK research project that aims to use Quantum technology to improve the precision of maritime navigation, has been awarded a £600,000 grant.Wed, 17 Jun 2020 11:20:24 Z2020-06-17T14:11:52Zb097bb83-b45f-4ea9-b84e-a02208cae94chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/health-ministers-have-crucial-role-in-facilitating-crew-changes-in-eu-ports/The ministers for health of all EU Member States must do their part to ensure that crew changes, medical care and shore leave for seafarers happen in their ports, said the European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) and the European Communities of Shipping Associations (ECSA).Wed, 17 Jun 2020 10:42:11 Z2020-06-18T14:39:09Ze5430dfa-800f-4cd9-a6f3-87059d8a1e9dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-to-stop-working-amid-pandemic-crew-change-delays/Merchant navy seafarers stranded at sea for months due to coronavirus-related travel restrictions could now start refusing to extend their contracts and stop working, potentially disrupting global trade, the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) said.Tue, 16 Jun 2020 15:46:24 Z2020-08-14T13:21:47Z7ba4381c-7994-4de0-85d2-6b707316619chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sharp-rise-in-seafarers-failing-uk-medicals-due-to-mental-health-conditions/Maritime medics have raised concerns over a marked increase in the number of seafarers failing UK medical examinations as a result of mental health issues.Tue, 16 Jun 2020 15:27:07 Z2020-06-17T15:54:13Zfaa0a0f7-5f4b-4e98-9d9c-e015dae7d066https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-agrees-extended-sea-time-for-cadets-caught-out-by-covid-pandemic/Nautilus has reached agreement with the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) and Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB) to allow consecutive phasing of cadet sea time in response to training disruptions wrought by the Covid-19 pandemic.Tue, 16 Jun 2020 14:13:47 Z2020-07-20T21:37:31Z37d90228-b9f5-49a5-aa92-05f363c0ebbahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imarest-goes-virtual-for-its-2020-conference/The Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST) is to hold its second annual conference as a two-week virtual event this year, primarily due to Covid-19.Tue, 16 Jun 2020 13:57:53 Z2020-06-16T14:08:36Z59718d81-0e67-4de2-8b1e-1a29878da91ehttps://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/blog-articles/twelve-weeks-in-from-the-start-of-lockdown/It’s exactly 12 weeks since the start of “Lockdown” and, perhaps like many others, I had hoped we’d be nearer a clear end to the current pandemic.Tue, 16 Jun 2020 13:45:00 Z2021-05-20T22:03:40Z436755c0-14e6-43ad-b8e2-cb004b3bd7aehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/canada-introduces-new-two-step-entry-visa-system-for-crew-changes/Transport Canada has announced new procedures for entry visas to permit crew changes, according to the Maritime Executive.Tue, 16 Jun 2020 13:26:27 Z2020-06-17T09:18:41Z401596cf-31b8-4f96-a577-e2452a7df431https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-uk-launches-second-annual-national-awards/Maritime UK, the umbrella body for the maritime industry, is inviting companies, charities and other organisations across the sector to submit their entries for its second annual national awards, which were launched Monday 8 June.Mon, 15 Jun 2020 15:03:53 Z2020-06-15T15:26:20Zaffdda6a-43ae-42b5-ad42-f008d2a05ad9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-joins-fellow-unions-in-taking-a-stand-against-racism/Nautilus has joined with other trade unions in the UK to express support for anti-racism movements.Mon, 15 Jun 2020 14:52:38 Z2020-06-16T09:51:57Za335868b-527c-4f11-a1d3-acef6d9fd0a8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-accuses-solstad-of-social-dumping/Nautilus International is acting on behalf of five members working for Solstad Offshore, who it believes are victims of social dumping, after the Norwegian company announced it was terminating the contracts of 22 employees without collective or individual consultation or option to appeal.Mon, 15 Jun 2020 14:22:20 Z2020-06-16T10:21:59Z80abe744-c367-4cfe-8ada-cc670d55e7c3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/worlds-biggest-superyacht-spotted-in-the-uk/The world's biggest super-yacht, the Caymans Islands-flagged Dilbar, estimated to be worth between US$500-US$800 million, measuring over 500ft long with 60 cabins and two helipads, spent a short time in UK recently after a week-long voyage from Barcelona.Mon, 15 Jun 2020 14:09:24 Z2020-06-15T14:25:27Z720660cf-9cc6-4f36-8bda-2596d906741ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/superyachts-nearly-take-a-dip-in-heavylift-ballast-blip/A heavy lift cargo ship owned by DYT Yacht Transport moving seven luxury yachts, began to sink in Palma de Mallorca on 8 June, due to a ballast problem which resulted in it listing to starboard.Mon, 15 Jun 2020 13:45:17 Z2020-06-15T13:51:02Z5f2e0844-bba4-41fa-8646-8b613dc7f076https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/amsterdam-welcomes-the-first-river-cruise-ship-back-on-20-june/For the first time in months, Amsterdam is expecting a river cruise ship on 20 June. The port of Amsterdam will allow river cruise ships again under strict conditions laid down in the IG Rivercruise and EBU guidelines.Mon, 15 Jun 2020 12:09:18 Z2020-06-15T13:03:30Zccc6cb50-5f63-424d-9b3b-e81b7b424365https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/deadline-day-un-calls-on-all-countries-to-immediately-facilitate-safe-crew-changes/The secretary general of the United Nations (UN) has called on all countries to formally designate seafarers and other marine personnel as key workers, to ensure that crew changes can safely take place.Mon, 15 Jun 2020 11:55:44 Z2020-06-15T12:05:32Z35ede728-1721-45ae-8679-3901e5b5dc8fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-alarm-at-operators-attempt-to-overturn-dockers-clause/Nautilus has joined with the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) to express grave concerns about a threat to hard-won seafarers' rights.Mon, 15 Jun 2020 11:17:39 Z2020-06-15T11:30:26Z91e15fbd-c8a9-4e80-81b9-63551677931ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-lobby-congress-to-end-msc-gangway-up-order/Influential US unions have asked Congress to intervene on behalf of American merchant seafarers, whose liberty is being restricted by the gangway-up order imposed by Military Sealift Command (MSC).Mon, 15 Jun 2020 08:48:17 Z2020-06-15T13:00:28Z8f95890c-818f-4c30-92ba-37d197223773https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-stands-firm-against-redundancies-at-pando/Nautilus International is continuing to resist redundancies for members employed by P&O Ferries as it heads into the next round of meetings on 16 June.Fri, 12 Jun 2020 15:20:11 Z2020-06-17T12:29:09Z4a191566-dd59-4e1f-857b-1fed02c46effhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/hong-kong-relaxes-crew-change-restrictions/Hong Kong has announced 'unrestricted' crew changes through the region's ports and airports in response to joint action from unions.Fri, 12 Jun 2020 13:28:41 Z2020-08-14T13:22:33Zdd33b830-a4e5-4318-b536-08d764687db8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-call-for-immediate-repatriation-of-us-mariners/The Masters, Mates & Pilots union (MM&P) has joined forces with five other US maritime unions, to call on the US government to urgently enable crew changes for American mariners, likening their confinement due to Covid-19 restrictions to 'prison ships'.Thu, 11 Jun 2020 15:50:13 Z2020-06-11T16:03:20Z53037834-9b94-4ec6-982b-13fe0254a795https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ferry-fatality-prompts-warning-over-mobile-phone-use/Seafarers have been warned about the risks of using mobile phones in working spaces onboard following an investigation into a fatal accident on the stern ramp of a ro-ro ferry.Thu, 11 Jun 2020 15:15:44 Z2020-06-11T15:36:59Zfeef81ea-bd80-4d36-8358-99c15e7ece2ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/global-shortage-of-ships-officers-to-grow/A worldwide shortage of ships' officers is set to increase despite the damaging impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the industry, a new report has warned.Thu, 11 Jun 2020 14:28:45 Z2020-06-11T14:46:43Z25a3d706-2e8c-4a84-951e-0959816b6fa3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/expiring-seafarer-documents-to-be-extended-to-the-end-of-2020/The US Coast Guard (USGC) has announced a further extension of expiring mariner documents, to ease some of the negative effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on seafarers and the maritime industry.Thu, 11 Jun 2020 14:10:27 Z2020-06-11T14:24:11Z854106be-d179-460c-bf8e-396311442ee8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-quarantine-exemption-certificate-released-for-uk-arrivals/Nautilus International and the UK Chamber of Shipping jointly produced a special 'guidance letter' in 2020 for seafarers arriving at UK ports supporting their exemption from the requirement to self-isolate for 14 days upon arrival in the UK. This was updated in January 2021.Thu, 11 Jun 2020 09:38:04 Z2021-01-21T23:37:58Ze2303184-fe59-436a-9054-e57e05f24bc2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-launches-beta-online-yacht-sea-service-verification-form/Nautilus launches beta online yacht sea service verification formWed, 10 Jun 2020 15:43:06 Z2021-11-01T14:20:06Z0a3f45ea-c952-4833-88ac-ec66bdcd092chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tuc-calls-for-uk-to-take-lead-in-urgent-action-to-release-up-to-200000-seafarers-trapped-on-board-ships/The TUC has warned the UK government of the threat posed to Britain's economic recovery from the mounting crisis on board merchant vessels, where 200,000 seafarers remain stranded at sea by travel restrictions because of the Covid-19 pandemic.Wed, 10 Jun 2020 11:49:46 Z2020-06-15T11:36:29Ze6c5bc2c-dc4b-49a3-b3e0-f3bb3a8cbae6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/celebrating-diversity-in-pride-month/Danny McGowan, new chair of the Maritime UK LGBT+ Network, and international organiser at Nautilus International announces the Network's first online event for Pride month and describes its work on building a diverse community in a pandemic.Wed, 10 Jun 2020 11:14:14 Z2020-12-08T15:41:34Z9256e255-37fb-41a7-8e40-420a1402a8a5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/study-leave-cutbacks-at-technip/Study leave at Technip is being curtailed in a bid to save £100,000 for the company to ease the economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.Wed, 10 Jun 2020 10:18:24 Z2020-06-10T10:52:27Z8490d426-9b35-4931-a61b-55ffaa439a67https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/deeside-curbs-job-losses-following-redundancy-review/Job losses at offshore vessel operator Deeside have been curbed following a review of ongoing business needs.Wed, 10 Jun 2020 09:52:10 Z2020-06-10T10:16:15Z887f9d0d-e21a-411e-ac9b-010b3befc28bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-uk-mandatory-arrivals-form-rolled-out/New UK mandatory arrivals form rolled outTue, 09 Jun 2020 10:38:45 Z2021-01-21T23:33:21Za7a83aeb-8599-44e7-b9d5-4b88dd64d0afhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipmasters-urge-not-to-sail-if-their-complaints-not-resolved/In a move that vindicates an earlier statement issued by the twenty-two unions affiliated to the Nautilus Federation, the International Federation of Shipmasters' Associations (IFSMA) has taken the unusual step of issuing a direct Notice to all Shipmasters calling on them to 'protect themselves and their crew against fatigue' and reminding them of their duty and responsibility to report to shipowners any complaints of breaches of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC).Tue, 09 Jun 2020 08:36:23 Z2020-06-09T11:10:21Zdfc130fe-ea4c-4def-99fc-45362d07f720https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/protect-lungs-of-the-world-on-world-ocean-day/International Maritime Organization (IMO) secretary general Kitack Lim has urged the shipping industry to back this year's World Oceans Day theme of 'innovation for a sustainable ocean'.Mon, 08 Jun 2020 16:17:15 Z2020-06-08T16:29:49Z5affae33-3c3f-41ab-851a-7285637304d2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/keep-safe-online-at-sea-during-the-pandemic/Crew stuck onboard due to current travel restrictions also need to navigate the 'new normal' of communicating remotely even more than usual during the precious times they can get online to talk to family and friends. Gwilym Lewis chief executive of specialist marine cyber security consultancy Neptune Cyber runs through a few common-sense safety tips.Mon, 08 Jun 2020 15:39:53 Z2020-06-29T14:46:01Ze7f12258-61b4-4748-8d77-51818ca82b82https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/covid-19-leaves-maritime-sector-vulnerable-to-cyber-attacks/The maritime and offshore sectors are coming under considerable pressure from cyber criminals since the outbreak of coronavirus with a 400% increase in attempted hacks since February 2020, according to cyber security specialist Naval Dome.Mon, 08 Jun 2020 14:36:29 Z2020-06-09T10:54:07Z002fd3c7-4e93-4e60-8d9b-ae9e0e2d9bb3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/superyacht-crew-welfare-toolkit-fundraiser-motors-into-life/Research highlighting mental health challenges faced by superyacht crew will soon result in a dedicated online yacht help 'toolkit' being created by the International Seafarers' Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN).Mon, 08 Jun 2020 14:05:59 Z2021-08-19T09:29:54Zf04d6038-4c63-4288-9df1-9f9561b0959bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/red-flag-raised-following-fatal-elevator-accident/Australian authorities have expressed concern about the number of accidents involving ship elevator systems following an investigation into a fatal incident onboard a containership off the country's coast.Mon, 08 Jun 2020 13:04:36 Z2020-06-08T13:19:17Z509750fc-d501-4feb-a22e-6fe4bf1568b8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/Union-calls-time-on-governments-using-force-majeure-to-mask-failures-in-pandemic-response/National governments can no longer hide behind a declaration of 'force majeure' in order to mask failures in their pandemic response which have resulted in thousands of seafarers being stuck at sea well beyond their contractual obligations.Fri, 05 Jun 2020 14:52:30 Z2020-06-08T14:16:23Z0a98a00f-e5c5-4458-9cf2-74c532fc0719https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/speeches/general-secretary-covid-19-speech-at-webinar-2020/General secretary webinar speech on Covid-19 maritime labour impact of the pandemic.Fri, 05 Jun 2020 11:09:51 Z2021-01-24T14:35:47Z4d92f441-8643-4ac6-af1a-3976de7d2d5ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/yacht-in-greenland-grounding-was-poorly-prepared-for-polar-navigation-finds-flag-state/Isle of Man marine authorities are calling for vessels in remote areas to take more care, following a case in which a 1,076gt superyacht ran aground at a speed of 14.5 knots in sensitive polar waters.Fri, 05 Jun 2020 10:28:29 Z2020-06-05T10:55:45Zdb849260-29cc-4e74-9602-2c715c7434behttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/face-covering-to-be-mandatory-on-uk-ferries-from-june-15/Face covering will be made mandatory on UK ferries in England from 15 June, Secretary of State for Transport Grant Shapps said.Fri, 05 Jun 2020 09:27:15 Z2020-06-05T10:59:11Z10b3ebe0-5c3f-462e-8df1-5eca207ad852https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/still-a-long-way-from-normal/Mick Howarth welfare manager at the Nautilus Welfare Fund writes about how the charity has risen to the challenge of the Covid-19 pandemic.Thu, 04 Jun 2020 14:51:02 Z2020-10-16T15:38:45Zac6d18ff-17d3-46e4-8f7d-557a4b7225fdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-crew-warned-about-scammers-cashing-in-on-covid-19/Seafarers are warned to be on their guard against coronavirus scammers.Thu, 04 Jun 2020 14:09:49 Z2020-06-09T10:55:11Z16b5a8fa-5293-48b8-8398-b2180433f45dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-skills-academy-gains-mca-approval-for-stcw-online-training/The Maritime Skills Academy has gained Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) approval to run four of its STCW courses by webinar.Wed, 03 Jun 2020 15:18:32 Z2020-06-03T15:24:07Z3f67915a-affb-47b2-846f-bd40bec5cd64https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-denied-access-to-medical-care-a-global-health-emergency/Seafarers denied access to medical care at ports due to pandemic restrictions is putting lives at risk and has become a global health emergency, Nautilus International general secretary general Mark Dickinson told a webinar organised by the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS).Wed, 03 Jun 2020 08:43:22 Z2020-06-03T09:48:11Z6f8c7cde-2807-43ad-9ccf-289fba7071d6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-members-urged-to-take-the-itf-crew-change-survey/Nautilus members are urged to continue to support the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) crew change survey being used to build a case for crew relief for thousands of seafarers.Tue, 02 Jun 2020 15:06:01 Z2020-06-04T08:06:01Z1b1c4dea-b558-4dc9-a1ce-2dd962f7471chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/international-union-pressure-is-getting-results-in-crew-change-crisis-says-nautilus-general-secretary/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson renewed the Union's commitment to international cooperation in an online industry event today – stressing that joint working between unions, employers and governments is key to achieving crew relief and repatriation during the Covid-19 pandemic.Tue, 02 Jun 2020 14:42:37 Z2020-06-05T11:30:34Z050755db-4b7b-4a2c-a538-d79cf643ffc8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stella-maris-pandemic-survey-uncovers-looming-financial-crisis-for-developing-world-seafarers/A 'snapshot' survey by the international welfare charity Stella Maris has found that the main concern of seafarers about Covid-19 is the pandemic's financial impact.Mon, 01 Jun 2020 14:19:10 Z2020-06-11T20:58:15Z49ba650e-d4a5-4261-992d-64bbf99fadb2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-strongly-resists-redundancies-in-intensive-negotiations-with-po-ferries/Nautilus will go into the next round of talks with P&O Ferries on 2 June with renewed determination to resist redundancies for members employed by P&O Crewing Services (Jersey).Mon, 01 Jun 2020 13:57:32 Z2020-06-01T14:18:18Z799297bb-c872-477b-a402-43378682d1dahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/union-steps-up-support-during-pandemic/Nautilus strategic organiser Rachel Lynch talks with UKSA about yacht crew support during the coronavirus pandemic, and why it is now more important than ever to work together for the benefit of all.Mon, 01 Jun 2020 08:38:20 Z2020-06-01T10:09:50Zcd617f3e-d675-4fcd-aefb-7f5d7267c370https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-to-fight-brutal-attack-on-jobs-at-subsea-7/Nautilus International has vowed to fight 'brutal' job losses at offshore supply company Subsea 7, which plans to slash its workforce by 25% in coming months.Fri, 29 May 2020 15:17:05 Z2020-07-03T09:39:41Z93166d63-ca60-40ec-9515-57549d4a4142https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/connecting-merchant-and-royal-naval-mariners-and-building-friendships/Mariners Park residents are being encouraged to take part in a new free phone chat friendship project connecting retired Merchant Navy and Royal Navy seafarers in the UK.Fri, 29 May 2020 14:20:12 Z2020-05-29T14:47:06Z62861d81-b51c-48e4-ac8c-48fa0aac6e32https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-wins-voluntary-recognition-for-larne-harbour-vts-staff/Nautilus International has gained voluntary recognition in redundancy discussions for shoreside maritime professional members working in vessel traffic services (VTS) based at the Port of Larne in Northern IrelandFri, 29 May 2020 13:49:14 Z2020-05-29T17:04:35Z60095166-9b72-451a-ab8d-35d086b5a60ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/weak-safety-culture-and-higher-rate-of-older-seafarers-in-occupational-accidents-gets-maib-attention-in-cherry-sand-investigation/An investigation into the death of a 72-year-old master onboard a UK-flagged dredger has raised concerns about the high rate of accidents involving older seafarers.Fri, 29 May 2020 13:30:17 Z2020-06-02T11:07:54Z6c49aaf4-b4f8-4c39-8851-007c1157f113https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/atlantic-hurricane-season-will-be-above-normal/Forecasters at the US Climate Prediction Center are expecting an above-normal Atlantic hurricane season.Fri, 29 May 2020 09:01:07 Z2020-05-29T10:01:16Zd5a5f7d8-ece3-4cb2-b175-f23ac4a00c7ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fatigued-fearful-and-far-from-home-insights-from-an-itf-ship-inspector/Nautilus ITF inspector Tommy Molloy provides regular insights into his work with the world's seafarers.Thu, 28 May 2020 14:34:45 Z2020-05-28T14:50:04Z205b8886-06c2-44d4-9404-5a8915e49bf4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/international-maritime-airline-and-labour-agencies-wade-in-for-crew-change-action/Three international maritime, labour and airline agencies have added further pressure on governments to urgently follow recommended global crew change protocols.Thu, 28 May 2020 14:13:39 Z2020-05-29T12:19:09Z3f5e5ccb-a680-47d7-8a9b-c3db1c9dae88https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ocean-supply-guernsey-flags-pandemic-redundancies/Nautilus members of all ranks employed by Ocean Supply (Guernsey) Ltd are facing possible redundancies due to the sharp downturn in the offshore industry amid the Covid-19 pandemic. The company plans to make up to 129 roles redundant.Thu, 28 May 2020 13:33:00 Z2020-05-28T14:11:09Z320c28ca-9e10-4f5d-91b9-19a0cc7f80fbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-federation-unions-reach-agreement-with-singapore-on-pandemic-crew-relief/Seafarers stuck onboard in Singapore due to the Covid-19 pandemic have been given hope of relief, thanks to new official crew change guidelines agreed with Nautilus Federation unions.Thu, 28 May 2020 11:48:15 Z2020-05-29T12:23:37Zda021bba-4edb-474f-b563-fb5ca42832a6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/antarctic-research-crew-agree-pay-rise/Polar crew working on multidisciplinary Antarctic research vessels employed by UK Research and Innovation have been awarded a 2% pay increase.Wed, 27 May 2020 16:06:17 Z2020-05-28T08:38:22Z76a723ee-3573-46e5-9ea4-f3cc2787b8fbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/intrada-ships-management-pay-talks-suspension/Pay talks with Intrada Ships Management have been temporarily suspended due to the financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic.Wed, 27 May 2020 15:38:34 Z2020-05-28T11:24:30Ze61e6445-3ae9-4a09-8a7e-6487a2221bdahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-maritime-union-mmand-p-seeks-congress-help-in-battle-to-repatriate-maritime-security-program-crews/The crews of five US-flag containerships are among the thousands of mariners who are essentially being held hostage aboard their vessels because of the breakdown in the crew change process caused by Covid-19, US maritime union MM&P said.Wed, 27 May 2020 14:02:59 Z2020-05-27T14:10:41Zc0949b38-8bc5-47ba-8c1e-ee7146b9d6bahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/un-must-persuade-governments-to-adopt-crew-changes-or-face-disaster-global-maritime-leaders-warn/With over 200,000 tired, mentally stretched seafarers stuck on ships across the globe, the international maritime industry is calling on United Nations Secretary General António Guterres to persuade the 193 UN member states to immediately implement the 12-step crew change protocols developed by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).Wed, 27 May 2020 13:37:00 Z2020-05-29T12:17:08Zcaed558d-55d3-49e9-bf70-850b30e1f5c6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cldn-challenges-35m-ferry-bailout/Freight ferry operator CLdN is seeking a judicial review over the government's £35m handout to ferry operators, according to The Daily Telegraph.Wed, 27 May 2020 13:13:17 Z2020-05-27T14:52:12Z1de8c4bf-d211-457e-aff2-9c11d96b6905https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/urgent-action-needed-over-eu-schengen-visas-for-crew-changes/The European Commission and EU Member States must take urgent action to ensure seafarers are admitted into the EU Schengen territory for the purpose of joining their ships or to be repatriated, the European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) and European Communities of Shipping Associations (ECSA) said.Wed, 27 May 2020 11:26:09 Z2020-05-27T11:56:38Z837498ef-e92a-4c69-a848-a0d1b3350a95https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-back-ships-officers-as-governments-drag-feet-over-crew-changes/An influential grouping of maritime trade unions has publicly raised concerns about unsafe ship operations due to the tiredness and mental health of seafarers caused by extended tours of duty during the Covid-19 pandemic.Wed, 27 May 2020 10:56:00 Z2021-01-21T23:47:15Za13ed23e-23f9-491c-8ff6-39425e066a7fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/singapore-seafarers-union-helps-provide-relief-during-covid-19-pandemic/Nautilus affiliate seafaring union the Singapore Organisation of Seamen (SOS) is helping provide a seafarer relief package (SRP) for members adversely affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.Tue, 26 May 2020 15:14:19 Z2020-05-26T15:20:38Zcb96fb59-76ac-4616-95f3-54b4958105cchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/free-relate-counselling-offered-for-uk-seafarers/A new partnership between Seafarers UK and counselling agency Relate means seafarers and their families whose relationships are at stretching point from the stress of the coronavirus pandemic, can be referred for free relationship counselling.Tue, 26 May 2020 14:57:27 Z2021-12-03T17:40:07Zb093f3c9-43df-43a8-8f2c-cb3f28a57da4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/staying-safe-on-board-resources-launched-for-seafarers/Further resources have been launched for seafarers on staying safe onboard and coping strategies for extended tour of duties as the impact from the Covid-19 pandemic continues for crew.Tue, 26 May 2020 13:27:44 Z2023-11-15T13:31:54Ze7a3dcd4-736f-49d4-9920-b8ee366a56b4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-survey-of-members-highlights-financial-support-gap/A survey of UK members of Nautilus has revealed that up to 11,000 seafarers could be without financial support because their employer does not operate UK PAYE for tax and national insurance purposes.Tue, 26 May 2020 09:43:26 Z2020-07-22T15:06:02Za60a9bbb-1392-4f12-872e-e79579f83e5chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/yacht-crew-should-be-paid-during-quarantine-says-cayman-register/New guidance from the Cayman Islands shipping registry (CISR) says that seafarers should be paid while in mandatory Covid-19 quarantine on joining or leaving a vessel.Fri, 22 May 2020 16:31:10 Z2020-05-28T11:40:46Zca7468ab-27b5-4e1b-9e04-71aaf9959e61https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/still-serving-seafarers-an-itf-inspector-adapts-to-life-under-the-covid-19-pandemic/Nautilus ITF ship inspector Tommy Molloy provides an essential service to the world’s seafarers, but has had to come up with some new ways of working during a pandemic.Fri, 22 May 2020 14:05:17 Z2020-05-28T14:40:48Z4fcb536f-6010-4f8c-b252-21ddc259ec23https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/crew-repatriated-in-complex-operation/A coordinated effort by Swedish officials successfully enables crew change in Barcelona as European border restrictions put brakes on freedom of travel, reports ANDREW DRAPERFri, 22 May 2020 13:43:42 Z2020-05-22T16:29:28Zd6aa1b2d-09db-4f6f-9b5c-ded5482427d3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/us-yacht-partner-commits-to-professionalism-and-welfare/Based in Charleston, South Carolina, Recruitment agency Anchor Maritime Services is headed up by Amilee Luke, The company is partnered with Professional Yachtmaster Training in Fort Lauderdale and with Nautilus International for seafarer membership and seatime verificationFri, 22 May 2020 10:50:54 Z2020-05-22T11:00:37Z96bb33af-8732-44a2-b5a2-3be247e2d7dchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/keeping-the-lifelines-open-what-its-like-to-work-on-essential-island-ferry-services-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/Two Nautilus members working for lifeline ferry services at opposite ends of the UK tell Sarah Robinson what it’s like to do their usual work under some very unusual circumstancesFri, 22 May 2020 10:26:24 Z2021-05-20T10:33:42Zddcba746-62a8-4cea-80f8-735b729ce571https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/face-of-nautilus-rachel-lynch-strategic-organiser/Face of Nautilus interview with Rachel Lynch, strategic organiserFri, 22 May 2020 10:24:23 Z2020-05-22T10:34:44Z8dcbdc9e-a3a3-4b9b-82a6-63004e3f4ad6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wherever-you-are-so-are-we/Nautilus knows its members are key workers busy keeping ports open and trade and people moving during the global Covid-19 pandemic.Fri, 22 May 2020 10:03:00 Z2020-05-22T10:17:16Z3e0fac51-4dc4-4f30-b77f-f7357c0a6c5ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/add-your-voice-nautilus-member-urges-others-to-join-the-campaign-on-crew-relief-and-repatriation-in-the-covid-19-pandemic/Nautilus member Mike Ridehalgh has written to his MP about crew relief and repatriation during the pandemic – helping his Union to keep up the pressure on the UK government. Sarah Robinson reportsFri, 22 May 2020 09:43:16 Z2020-05-22T10:13:57Zccc66446-ea6b-459c-a569-820c5bba6bc4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/italy-eases-covid-19-restrictions-on-yacht-industry/Italy eases Covid-19 restrictions on yacht industryFri, 22 May 2020 08:33:27 Z2020-05-22T09:16:07Zbfd0a6b6-fcda-4db7-a615-16ae88fa1d72https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-plans-to-cut-ship-operations-on-dover-and-hull-routes-short-sighted/P&O Ferries' plans to cut ship operations to three vessels on the Dover/Calais route and to make 108 proposed officer redundancies on the North sea and Short Sea routes have been branded 'short-sighted' by Union officials.Thu, 21 May 2020 16:13:20 Z2020-06-17T12:35:16Z1504f71a-fb00-4bb7-bf64-6935d13b2533https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/working-with-charities-focus-on-crew-wellness-at-iswan-seafarerhelp/Call handler Ekaterina Ustinovskaya of ISWAN SeafarerHelp talks to UK P&I Club crew health programme director Sophia Bullard, about her roles, responsibilities and current challenges.Thu, 21 May 2020 15:04:45 Z2020-06-01T08:20:00Z0aa7a5e3-0596-4d56-8483-d65da22d760chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/how-your-union-is-protecting-seafarers/Nautilus believes it is essential that there is a strong and vibrant future for maritime professionals within the UK, the Netherlands and Switzerland. As such, our actions will always be in keeping with the principals that good quality employment should be defended and encouraged. Your jobs are not for sale. Not now, and not in the futureThu, 21 May 2020 14:58:14 Z2020-06-29T14:48:03Zeade3af3-a6dc-4813-94b1-c174907fcf47https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/working-with-charities-no-seafarer-should-feel-alone-says-master-mariner-befriender/As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, Nautilus is providing a voice for those working on the frontline of crew wellness. Sophia Bullard, crew health programme director at UK P&I Club interviews a master mariner about his role at Befrienders Worldwide.Thu, 21 May 2020 14:20:50 Z2020-06-30T08:22:07Zb5e3c8dc-bb88-4a9f-8c0a-a91a8d151b50https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/take-part-in-an-itf-survey-on-health-protection-measures-on-board-ships-in-response-to-covid-19/Seafarers are urged to have their say on their experiences of the coronavirus pandemic and onboard procedures in a survey being carried out by the Seafarer Section of the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF).Thu, 21 May 2020 09:57:52 Z2020-06-02T15:24:16Z639d30b0-84fb-4735-b51f-313df02669b6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/no-mandatory-quarantine-for-seafarers-in-britain/Seafarers will be exempted from planned travel restrictions that could include a mandatory 14-day quarantine for visitors and residents returning to the UK.Thu, 21 May 2020 08:34:02 Z2021-01-22T00:04:45Z7810a5a6-80bc-490d-a66a-93dabb826d69https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-urges-condor-ferries-to-engage-over-proposed-redundancies/Nautilus has urged Condor Ferries to engage with it over planned crew redundancies on its high-speed services between the UK, Guernsey and Jersey.Wed, 20 May 2020 15:48:09 Z2020-05-20T16:20:23Z0cd4bde9-fc1c-490a-b08d-6646ffcd7d62https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/forth-ports-harbour-master-is-first-female-president-for-world-body/The world's oldest and largest professional harbour masters association has announced a new president from Forth Ports and its first woman leader.Wed, 20 May 2020 15:46:02 Z2020-12-31T12:33:41Z76f0dfa9-0a5b-456c-9ea8-f585ed0d8ddfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/empress-of-ireland-crew-remembered-106-years-after-sinking/Tributes have been paid to Merchant Navy crew and passengers ahead of the 106th anniversary of the sinking of steamship ocean liner Empress of Ireland in what is often described as 'Canada's Titanic'.Wed, 20 May 2020 15:32:48 Z2020-05-20T15:38:33Zba8d52d0-0d69-4228-929a-e04078a31eddhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ics-seeks-real-time-crew-change-data-from-ships-masters/The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) is collecting information on the ability of ships to conduct crew changes during the Covid-19 pandemic.Wed, 20 May 2020 13:55:30 Z2020-05-20T14:27:58Z99040375-71e9-4b86-9a96-763d3c9737e6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipmasters-join-urgent-calls-for-crew-changes/Shipmasters caught up in the Covid-19 pandemic have made an urgent call to governments for crew changes to be allowed.Wed, 20 May 2020 13:53:05 Z2020-05-20T14:17:52Z8f18d2f1-88ae-49a9-ab59-fd0b43338d2ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/stronger-together-membership-growth-in-pandemic/In the face of dire long-term economic warnings, it is now more important than ever to work together for the benefit of all, says Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson.Wed, 20 May 2020 12:13:50 Z2020-06-11T10:51:51Zf93f3164-7ca9-4ccd-9a45-5b3a65e2e5a2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/life-from-a-distance/The Maritime Charities Column with Melanie Warman from Sailors SocietyTue, 19 May 2020 14:47:39 Z2020-10-16T15:29:48Z6a3b093b-159c-4f93-8950-087be56bb516https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/blog-articles/welcome-from-commander-graham-hockley-lvo-rn/As Chair of the Maritime Charities Group (MCG), I’m delighted to welcome you to my first blog.Tue, 19 May 2020 13:42:00 Z2021-05-13T11:51:56Zbbe0d5a4-742a-4c98-a5d7-1477b5f794f5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-stella-maris-rose-reminder-for-charitys-centenary-year/As the 2020 RHS Chelsea Flower show goes virtual due to the Covid-19 pandemic, gardeners looking for plant inspiration are reminded they can still buy the new variety of rose developed for maritime welfare charity Stella Maris.Mon, 18 May 2020 15:47:05 Z2020-05-18T15:55:04Z03cc8a9e-5381-42c3-8dbd-fb38555e3147https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-welcomes-first-meeting-with-shadow-shipping-minister/The UK shadow maritime minister has promised to support Nautilus raising vital concerns and issues in Parliament follow a meeting with the Union's general secretary.Mon, 18 May 2020 14:29:44 Z2020-05-18T14:51:39Z20ee31e7-85ac-4ba1-85b8-8ef22f7f7406https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/engineer-pavol-belina-can-feel-like-a-glorified-plumber-while-visiting-paradise/Engineer Pavol Belina can feel like a glorified plumber while visiting paradiseFri, 15 May 2020 14:30:00 Z2025-07-30T08:15:11Z0db5bb6b-f0df-4b0f-8dc4-efc7d6c1c914https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-should-be-exempt-from-mandatory-quarantine-measures/Seafarers should be exempt from planned travel restrictions that could include a mandatory 14-day quarantine for residents returning to the UK.Fri, 15 May 2020 12:05:13 Z2021-01-28T14:40:42Z25aa185b-474c-44ca-864a-54f5a974dfb6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-and-employers-group-calls-time-on-crew-changes/An influential group of seafarers' representatives and owners have called time on extensions to crew contracts and urged countries to step up crew changes and repatriation.Fri, 15 May 2020 11:24:02 Z2020-05-15T11:38:19Z3fe9ddcc-e96c-479f-ac13-d28d48759a94https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/volunteers-wanted-for-covid-19-mental-health-study/University College London is asking Nautilus members to volunteer for its study into the psychological and social effects of coronavirus in the UK.Fri, 15 May 2020 11:21:45 Z2021-01-22T00:13:56Z8de84217-2b84-40e5-a4b9-9f13bf81acf8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nominations-sought-for-2020-merchant-navy-medal/Nautilus members urged to send in their nominations for British shipping’s highest honour by 30 June.Fri, 15 May 2020 09:18:52 Z2020-05-15T10:03:11Z74bdf0da-a93c-4ec8-91d3-8077366f3af9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-supports-sex-discrimination-petition/Nautilus has voiced its support for a member who was the victim of sex discrimination, as she launches a petition calling on the government to eliminate a loophole in the Equality Act 2010, which excludes protection to seafarers working on foreign vessels outside UK waters.Fri, 15 May 2020 08:37:59 Z2020-05-15T13:44:23Z9b9b769b-aaed-4259-bbbc-1f526f76b0c9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-launches-champions-initiative-to-combat-sea-blindness/Nautilus has launched a Champions initiative to put members' stories at the heart of the Union's campaigning activity, helping to bring to life some of the daily struggles faced by maritime professionals.Thu, 14 May 2020 15:00:00 Z2020-05-15T11:03:44Zef73be35-b3ff-41ce-b743-2352ac4358cfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/cadet-david-pirie-is-speeding-through-his-bucket-list/Nautilus Champion and cadet David Pirie has the sea in his blood, with both his grandparents working at sea. So, when a cadetship came up, he jumped at the chanceThu, 14 May 2020 13:30:00 Z2025-07-30T07:49:01Za7af03db-1cc2-4d22-8b5b-f0b45928cb5ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/fascinated-by-the-sea--jamie-edwards-finds-lasting-friendships-and-a-camaraderie-onboard-unmatched-elsewhere/Second Officer Jamie Edwards revels in the responsibility of senior officer on the bridge and says a career highlight was rescuing 650 refugees from a sinking fishing boat in the MediterraneanThu, 14 May 2020 13:30:00 Z2023-07-26T15:45:59Z9f2c6aed-0917-40d3-a1d0-b1af23838be5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/acting-chief-stewardess-sofiia-skorokhod-steps-up-during-the-pandemic/Long hours and hard work are no deterrent to a big career at sea according to Nautilus Champion and acting chief stewardess Sofiia SkorokhodThu, 14 May 2020 13:30:00 Z2025-07-30T07:51:36Z797b5917-eb90-4ce1-98fc-8deb14032c40https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/tug-ab-emily-reeves-feel-grateful-to-have-a-job-and-no-student-debt/Do your research when considering a career at sea, tug AB Emily Reeves says. Speak to as many people as possible and work out what kind of ship you want to be onThu, 14 May 2020 13:30:00 Z2024-02-05T12:33:44Z8f01fcfb-b461-4390-a006-91ad32c46350https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ex-royal-naval-officer-thomas-stapley-bunten-starts-a-second-career-in-the-merchant-navy/Thomas Stapley-Bunten loves the adventure of life at sea and reckons you can't beat the work/life balanceThu, 14 May 2020 13:30:00 Z2023-07-26T15:42:33Zf6fd07e6-3fb4-4a45-a1e9-4121724dc4c9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/petra-van-den-corput-thrives-on-deck-with-hard-work-and-responsibility/Following in her father's footsteps, Dutch cadet Petra van den Corput finds her second family on deck and in the engine room, which makes the sacrifices and hard work at sea seem like fun.Thu, 14 May 2020 13:30:00 Z2025-07-30T08:09:06Z4d17227c-ad6a-4b0e-a84c-c7fc16a66a94https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/cruise-ship-safety-officer-martel-fursdon-juggles-a-busy-schedule-of-port-calls/Most mornings Safety Officer Martel Fursdon can be found putting the crew through their firefighting and lifesaving drills before hitting the computer for long term planningThu, 14 May 2020 13:30:00 Z2025-07-30T08:10:17Zfd6a5f8b-c3a6-4030-9f7c-e4ff8d018d71https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/third-officer-ross-cleland-maxes-his-professional-development/Seeing wild Sloths and Monkeys in Costa Rica to watching the Aurora Borealis and Killer Whales in the Shetland Islands are career highlights for Third Officer Ross Cleland.Thu, 14 May 2020 13:30:00 Z2025-07-30T08:11:33Ze03a4dfe-489c-4f12-845b-eef1e0f19b02https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/deck-officer-cadet-thomas-rapley-follows-in-his-grandfathers-footsteps/Going to sea allows the young person with the right mentality to gain huge experience and will give them a lifetime of memories, reckons deck Officer cadet Thomas Rapley.Thu, 14 May 2020 13:30:00 Z2022-04-28T11:42:48Z8564d326-4ad1-4098-8c35-dccd20b4d021https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/carnival-uk-assures-seafarers-as-swinging-job-losses-announced/Carnival UK has assured Nautilus that no seafarers will face redundancy as it rolls out swingeing job losses at its P&O Cruises and Cunard brands.Thu, 14 May 2020 08:14:29 Z2020-05-14T10:57:28Zce6a34fe-dc5e-44a8-af0e-2fb00960e8b3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/how-to-access-long-term-medications-during-pandemic/The ITF has issued guidance to seafarers on how to ensure they have access to personal long-term medications during extended periods onboard due to the coronavirus crisis.Wed, 13 May 2020 12:48:11 Z2020-05-13T14:43:22Z2485dac7-26ec-48dc-b799-b8a1e86f8b43https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/points-based-immigration-system-will-apply-to-seafarers/Looking to consolidate on its National Minimum Wage victory, the Union is also pressing the UK government to use the recently announced points-based immigration system to end the use of Certificates of Equivalent Competency (CEC) by foreign nationals, which encourages employers to hire cheap labour from abroad.Wed, 13 May 2020 11:50:28 Z2020-05-13T12:24:50Z99df1b28-d9ae-4cd2-ba24-a8fdc2e82bafhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-minimum-wage-proposals-a-victory-in-campaign-to-protect-british-seafarers-jobs/Nautilus International has hailed a victory in its Charter for Jobs campaign, over government plans to extend the national minimum wage to all seafarers in UK waters, which would help eradicate social dumping.Tue, 12 May 2020 16:40:41 Z2020-05-13T08:10:36Ze8503d40-1c14-4b4f-b71f-777ce4d8e9b5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/global-celebration-of-diversity-and-inclusion-urges-seafarers-to-speak-up-on-discrimination/On May 17 the maritime industry is being urged to 'break the silence' over discrimination and speak up in support of diversity and inclusion.Tue, 12 May 2020 16:00:00 Z2020-05-13T10:01:19Z05bcdf92-31e4-4251-98b4-ebd8b6bfedd1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/p-and-o-ferries-restructure-branded-reckless-by-union/P&O Ferries' plan to make 1,100 staff redundant is short-sighted and could lead to the loss of skilled officer workforce across the company and the wider maritime sector.Tue, 12 May 2020 15:41:14 Z2020-05-18T08:40:23Z30d9b954-8cb0-46d1-91f0-0e8832f95fadhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-message-to-seafarers-we-will-not-give-up-until-you-are-all-safely-home/Seafarers have been honoured for their hard work and professionalism throughout the global pandemic by the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF).Tue, 12 May 2020 15:16:59 Z2020-05-13T10:31:18Z05c8d974-e1f4-43d5-84dd-fc58679e0ff2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-pays-tribute-to-global-champion-for-seafarers-rights-reverend-canon-ken-peters/Nautilus has joined in tributes for the Mission to Seafarers' (MtS) much loved and respected former director of justice and welfare the Reverend Canon Ken Peters who has died after long-standing illness.Tue, 12 May 2020 15:07:16 Z2020-05-12T15:15:06Z5b8bd560-d83a-487e-9e8e-f4b41897d6c9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-uk-webinar-for-school-children-highlights-ship-safety/Maritime UK's latest online lesson for school pupils asked: 'why there are not more collisions at sea?'Mon, 11 May 2020 15:19:36 Z2020-05-11T16:36:23Z0fb0f871-69f4-447f-b0f5-281b3ad1db6dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seatruck-pushes-ahead-with-pay-cuts-despite-union-backlash/Nautilus has criticised moves by Seatruck Ferries to impose a 15% pay deferral on seafarers earning over £30,000 per yearMon, 11 May 2020 14:41:42 Z2020-05-12T08:35:36Z23dcf65f-7287-4279-abbc-cdbf404f8e37https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/lifeline-ferry-service-aids-repatriation-of-manx-residents/Lifeline ferries for UK islands nations served by the Isle of Man Steampacket (IOMSP) vessels are continuing to control the risk of Covid-19 infections by introducing social distancing on passengers in order to offer a repatriation service for Manx residents.Mon, 11 May 2020 14:32:01 Z2020-05-11T14:43:42Z389f62ce-b8bb-41d4-86ab-5b537a8ef955https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-urges-port-workers-to-refuse-unsafe-work/Port workers can refuse to work if they feel unsafe, according to new universal work site protocols for the protection of dockers and other keyworkers in ports, issued by the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF).Mon, 11 May 2020 14:17:41 Z2020-05-11T14:44:02Zca0ad1c3-7dfa-4c03-a20e-29b35e4ac634https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-take-to-social-media-in-crew-change-plea/Seafarers unable to be relieved from duty due to Covid-19 restrictions have taken to social media to highlight their plight, indicating how the prolonged time away from home was affecting their mental health.Mon, 11 May 2020 13:54:25 Z2020-05-12T11:33:39Z5e47b1c5-ecc2-47a2-acbf-6ee177607356https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-endorses-new-protocols-designed-to-lift-barriers-to-crew-changes/Governments and their relevant national authorities should do everything possible to allow crew changes to happen, according to the International Maritime Organization.Mon, 11 May 2020 09:45:49 Z2020-05-11T10:39:14Z3301d8cf-9af7-4d46-a5d4-772269e8e872https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/well-meet-again-ve-day-2020-at-nautilus-mariners-park/The Nautilus Mariners' Park estate has seen a lot in its 160-year history, providing homes for retired seafarers and their dependants through two world wars and other times of national and global upheaval. And as Sarah Robinson reports, today's residents weren't going to let a pandemic stop them from marking the 75th anniversary of VE Day – while staying socially distanced of courseThu, 07 May 2020 13:23:06 Z2020-05-20T15:24:51Z3cd6cba7-757e-4cac-afad-5cce8c1ab4d9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/british-seafarers-falling-through-governments-covid-19-financial-support-net/Thousands of British seafarers are at risk of falling through gaps in the government's Covid-19 financial support schemes, Nautilus has warned.Wed, 06 May 2020 15:01:07 Z2020-07-01T16:04:01Zb1221613-ceb6-412d-a511-6a5de992a7d4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/alcohol-based-hand-sanitiser-led-to-second-degree-burns/Seafarers have been warned to exercise caution when using alcohol-based hand sanitisers, after reports an offshore employee received second and third degree burns in one incident.Wed, 06 May 2020 14:41:43 Z2020-05-06T14:57:08Ze79c209a-c659-41cc-887a-9c13d432512ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-dismay-at-nsgs-compulsory-redundancies/Nautilus has expressed its 'deep disappointment' with North Star (Guernsey) South (NSGS) over its decision to make compulsory crew redundancies onboard vessels owned by Boston Putford Offshore.Tue, 05 May 2020 14:36:12 Z2020-05-05T14:53:45Z948d7b26-4ed8-4f26-a14f-4bd9bcd48dbahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-hails-another-success-as-mca-moves-to-online-oral-exams/Nautilus hails another success as MCA moves to online oral examsTue, 05 May 2020 14:11:20 Z2021-01-22T00:27:13Z4ab992a3-0e72-46a2-beca-8196b556d1b7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-promises-union-discussions-after-outrage-at-pandemic-workforce-proposals/Following strong criticism from the European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF), P&O Ferries has pledged to work more closely with unions during the Covid-19 pandemicTue, 05 May 2020 10:56:36 Z2020-06-17T12:31:27Z81d53b7b-db96-4d89-8119-0344fd1783b4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mentors-sought-for-city-ship-to-shore-job-scheme/Nautilus International has launched a new initiative with Maritime London to encourage seafarers who are looking to move ashore to consider moving to 'City' jobs.Tue, 05 May 2020 08:51:04 Z2021-06-21T11:57:24Z9fbd197d-a93a-491c-b769-89b6a17874a6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-leads-the-way-in-new-maritime-uk-diversity-network/Nautilus' Danny McGowan named chair of Maritime UK's newly launched LGBT+ Network, now renamed Pride in Maritime Network (Maritime UK).Tue, 05 May 2020 08:00:00 Z2020-12-08T15:44:55Z98c3b3cd-69ec-4133-bfbd-4807fc36c85chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/international-unions-condemn-panama-canal-authoritys-latest-response-to-safety-concerns/Nautilus and its international partners have expressed 'deep disappointment' at the Panama Canal Authority's (ACP) recent response to concerns about unsafe working practices.Mon, 04 May 2020 15:00:51 Z2020-05-04T15:15:57Zb44d5c0b-3b8b-4f09-badc-2131da11e639https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/publications/maritime-charities-group-funding-principles/Our vision: is for a maritime charity sector that works collaboratively to achieve the greatest impact for seafarers and their families.Mon, 04 May 2020 13:57:00 Z2023-11-05T10:30:00Zff128bec-4cc4-43c0-bd65-08884056adc1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-stuck-at-sea-in-plea-for-ports-to-allow-crew-changes/Seafarer stuck at sea in plea for ports to allow crew changesMon, 04 May 2020 13:27:48 Z2020-05-14T15:31:29Zfab8aa8f-f17d-455f-98f4-0c137448427dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/crew-change-for-seafarers-must-be-top-of-the-agenda-says-intercargo/Dry cargo ship owners stepped up for seafarers as ships around the world honked their horns for International Labour Day on May 1 in support of the #HeroesAtSea social media campaign.Fri, 01 May 2020 14:00:00 Z2020-05-04T10:02:28Z318ca389-f26b-46f5-9638-475498e76ffehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/masters-honk-their-horns-for-heroes-at-sea/Ships' masters around the world celebrated May Day in support of 'heroes at sea' highlighting seafarers' vital role in the global supply chain.Fri, 01 May 2020 11:00:00 Z2020-05-04T10:37:16Z7d80a162-cfd2-4c7d-8a4a-de284da98862https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/clean-bill-of-health-for-mariners-park-care-home-residents/Residents at Nautilus Welfare Fund's (NWF) Mariners' Park Care Home have received a clean bill of health from the CQC certifying the site is officially Covid-19 free.Thu, 30 Apr 2020 15:19:12 Z2020-04-30T16:17:21Z303940e0-f72f-4653-b028-ae84d389de36https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-in-the-news-in-the-netherlands/Two masters on Dutch flagged ships, including a Nautilus member, have highlighted the reality of life being stuck on board during Covid-19 travel restrictions.Thu, 30 Apr 2020 15:06:01 Z2020-04-30T15:12:59Zbc953ec9-ee7f-4905-be5a-a787aca2f5b4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/house-of-lords-hears-of-maritime-charities-work-supporting-keyworkers-and-their-families/British peer and former head of Maritime UK Lord Jeffrey Mountevans has highlighted to the House of Lords the role of maritime charities in supporting seafarers during the Covid-19 pandemic, including the Nautilus Welfare Fund.Thu, 30 Apr 2020 14:23:58 Z2020-04-30T16:19:43Z0709455a-5b8a-4e9d-bd25-5fcb11996bb6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-keeps-up-pressure-on-free-movement-for-seafarers/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) and the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) have stepped up pressure on governments to allow thousands of seafarers to be repatriated.Thu, 30 Apr 2020 13:22:56 Z2020-04-30T13:59:53Z70c828ba-2533-4fa6-9b44-c8d1bfd90f87https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-yacht-partner-uksa-launches-online-courses/Nautilus yacht sector partner UKSA has launched its first online yacht training courses in a move accelerated by the spread of Covid-19.Wed, 29 Apr 2020 15:47:21 Z2020-04-29T16:07:03Z50c195dc-7ed4-4ea5-adc7-0941550700d2https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/publications/mcg-briefing-april-30-charities--covid-19/The maritime charity welfare sector has stepped up to support our seafaring key workers and faces many of the same challenges as other UK charities.Wed, 29 Apr 2020 14:02:00 Z2023-11-05T10:30:00Z9c8aa253-00ff-4d2f-b320-daf7675ac627https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stranded-seafarers-should-be-airlifted-home-says-union/Seafarers who are unable to get off their ships due to coronavirus should be airlifted home, says Nautilus deputy general secretary Marcel van den Broek.Wed, 29 Apr 2020 11:15:36 Z2020-04-29T11:26:47Z114f6c9c-b176-4bf9-98dc-a1eb4d99d373https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/european-unions-slam-workers-rights-grab-by-pando-ferries-dubai-owner/European Trade Union groups have criticised P&O Ferries' major shareholder DP World for using the pandemic to permanently drive down workers' pay and conditions.Wed, 29 Apr 2020 10:43:10 Z2020-05-05T12:54:39Z842484b7-938a-4727-b924-4c778d58405ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/call-to-exempt-physicians-and-ship-inspectors-from-restrictions-on-port-ship-visits/International health, maritime and labour bodies have urged Port States to ensure physicians and ship inspectors are exempt where possible from national restrictions so they can help renew medical certificates for seafarers and ship sanitation certificates during the pandemic.Wed, 29 Apr 2020 10:26:36 Z2020-04-29T11:27:23Z39702e87-f9eb-4ac9-a7dc-cbe8710fa173https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-shipping-minister-pledges-close-working-with-maritime-unions/UK maritime minister Kelly Tolhurst has given Nautilus a commitment that the government will work with unions to make sure the UK shipping industry emerges from the coronavirus crisis stronger than it was before.Tue, 28 Apr 2020 15:25:17 Z2020-05-07T09:55:24Z789033f9-f784-4ff1-aed9-f94918c108e0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-ocimf-guidance-for-oil-and-gas-ship-inspectors/The Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) has issued new guidance on coronavirus for ship inspectors, vessel operators, and companies in the offshore industry.Tue, 28 Apr 2020 14:51:03 Z2020-04-29T11:28:37Z7e585c0a-3e08-4fe6-8f42-2dea1c9c61f4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/children-say-thank-you-ferry-much-to-crew-and-other-essential-keyworkers/Children say thank you 'ferry much' for Wightlink keyworkersTue, 28 Apr 2020 14:18:24 Z2020-04-28T16:11:48Zedca97b6-cdc0-4ca8-b49d-76944ecbf9bchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-steers-high-level-negotiations-in-maritime-coronavirus-response/Nautilus has played a leading role in industry dialogue on the coronavirus pandemic, steering policy decisions that affect members and, ultimately, all seafarers.Tue, 28 Apr 2020 13:18:05 Z2020-04-28T14:20:10Zd740ce8b-165e-438b-b149-d6c0de2bf690https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/immediate-government-action-needed-to-prevent-massive-job-losses-in-uk-offshore-sector-say-unions/Nautilus has joined with other trade unions to demand an urgent meeting with the UK government over the crisis in the offshore energy sector.Mon, 27 Apr 2020 14:08:13 Z2020-04-28T12:22:43Z0c16060c-18aa-4bcc-9b92-5f39ab345ad1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-fight-to-protect-emergency-medical-care-access-during-pandemic/Unions fight to protect emergency medical care access during pandemicMon, 27 Apr 2020 13:52:54 Z2020-04-27T15:37:28Z8ff070a7-14cf-4795-a4d3-9e31ce7e9432https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/come-back-to-negotiating-table/Nautilus has pressed P&O Ferries to return to the negotiating table following its announcement to lay up four ships and furlough another 300 employees in response to the coronavirus pandemic.Fri, 24 Apr 2020 15:16:27 Z2020-04-24T15:33:57Z182b4024-ec2f-4838-801a-3035c785b5f6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/public-health-england-publish-covid-19-faqs-for-maritime/Public Health England have published FAQs on Covid-19 for the maritime sector, which includes procedures for safe access for pilots on ships entering UK ports.Fri, 24 Apr 2020 15:07:59 Z2020-04-24T15:51:47Zca39d3da-d955-4ef3-b35a-7b8425edf7dbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-itf-statistics-show-unpaid-crew-wages-remain-a-significant-global-problem/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) has reported a large year-on-year increase in the 'owed wages' its ship inspectors have recovered for crews.Fri, 24 Apr 2020 14:40:42 Z2020-04-24T15:00:13Z2b0bc768-878e-45bb-b7ef-55b926412fe4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-hails-multimillion-pound-support-package-for-lifebloodferries/Nautilus International, the Union for maritime professionals, has hailed the British government's multi-million-pound coronavirus support package to keep open vital ferry and transport routes for supplies and people.Fri, 24 Apr 2020 14:13:45 Z2020-04-24T14:18:37Zc228af23-c5d0-44ec-ab1f-fc4038801ed2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-sector-is-doing-work-of-national-importance--says--uk-minister/Maritime sector is doing work of 'national importance, says UK Minister, despite the unprecedented difficulties, the maritime industry has 'responded magnificently'.Fri, 24 Apr 2020 13:48:02 Z2020-04-24T14:28:34Z1f6b46ff-46a8-47aa-85f3-68ba937b59eahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-in-england-to-get-priority-testing-for-covid-19/Seafarers in England will get priority testing for Covid-19 under the National Testing Strategy announced by The Department for Health and Social Care.Fri, 24 Apr 2020 10:40:06 Z2020-04-27T15:44:11Z6bcbd5f3-cb11-46bd-ad96-0bc41fc7f7cbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/master-mariners-speak-out-about-covid-19-concerns/Honourable Company of Master Mariners survey reveals two distinct groups of seafarers being carved out from the coronavirus pandemic – those who are stuck at sea and forced to suffer extended separation from family, and those whose jobs are now at risk with little or no financial support from employers or government. Both groups are dealing with considerable stress and facing an uncertain futureThu, 23 Apr 2020 16:19:04 Z2020-05-26T10:32:43Zcbae51d6-3024-4ec0-8919-64c5051c46b2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-skills-academy-gains-guest-gold-standard-for-hospitality-course/Superyacht crew in hospitality can now complete their qualifications at the Maritime Skills Academy (MSA) knowing it meets the gold standard of training.Thu, 23 Apr 2020 15:32:26 Z2020-04-23T15:41:13Zf2c51905-2f90-4ed4-b521-eeda3647c25ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-wins-job-assurances-as-pandemic-pay-deal-hammered-out-with-uecc/Nautilus has secured jobs and hammered out a pay deal for members put on standby at UECC (Guernsey) Limited.Thu, 23 Apr 2020 15:17:37 Z2020-04-28T15:01:20Z278cdae9-4c05-440a-93b8-bed96c2b17bchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/a-sons-story-of-a-father-stranded-onboard-a-vital-ship-in-the-global-supply-chain/Like many Nautilus International members, containership chief officer Chris Kuiken should have been relieved from his ship with a crew change a long time ago.Thu, 23 Apr 2020 15:01:55 Z2020-05-07T09:55:49Z3286a777-d9de-4494-aecb-694393df106ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-charity-column/THE MARITIME CHARITY COLUMNThu, 23 Apr 2020 13:39:33 Z2020-10-16T15:35:13Zcea0e2e8-9e27-41df-812d-2bd23b89e3b2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ruby-princess-crew-repatriated-as-cruise-ship-heads-to-manila/The cruise ship at the heart of a criminal investigation over coronavirus deaths departed Australian waters on 23 April headed for Manila.Thu, 23 Apr 2020 13:37:48 Z2020-04-23T14:51:27Z7e800421-71a8-4ec3-80b8-e75e7695103ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/face-of-nautilus-ronnie-cunningham/Ronnie Cunningham retired from Nautilus International in April 2020 after having devoted his adult life to the trade union movement. As a working-class boy in 1970s Liverpool, Ronnie left school at 16 to get a job: ‘It’s just what everyone did.’ And it seems there were plenty of jobs available at the state-owned Post Office, which employed around 6,000 people at its Girobank complex in Bootle.Thu, 23 Apr 2020 11:36:49 Z2022-01-14T10:30:41Zd4a10fa6-dcfc-4976-a872-ee2c64fd49f4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/clearing-the-air-how-unions-are-working-to-ensure-battery-powered-engines-are-safe-as-well-as-green/Battery-powered vessels are likely to play an important part in this clean-up effort, but seafarer representatives say that urgent work is required on safety standards, firefighting equipment and crew training.Thu, 23 Apr 2020 11:18:58 Z2021-07-01T08:31:11Zbb8cad80-e339-4a3b-a1d9-463126c73cc4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/leave-no-one-behind-fairness-flagged-for-transport-and-other-key-workers/The coronavirus pandemic is a chance 'not to be squandered', to build a fairer transport industry as Europe recovers from the coronavirus pandemic, European unions and progress politicians said.Wed, 22 Apr 2020 15:45:40 Z2020-04-23T16:46:08Z216c83c2-86a5-47b2-9e69-e857675de8afhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-leaders-essay-competition/Nautilus members are being encouraged to make their voices heard in a 'future maritime leaders' essay competition, by the International Transport Workers Federation (ITF).Wed, 22 Apr 2020 15:35:11 Z2020-04-24T10:36:22Zf1a481ac-feb5-4324-a093-6d1d130b3188https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/vroon-flags-redundancies-as-vessels-laid-up/Offshore emergency services provider Vroon has flagged crew redundancies on three rescue vessels that have been put into lay-up due to the coronavirus pandemic.Wed, 22 Apr 2020 11:55:33 Z2020-04-22T12:19:16Z6528374e-5a5d-4b0a-b45f-8a25102da88dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/fishers-and-inland-waterways-crew-are-key-workers-too-etf-tells-commission/The European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) has welcomed the work of the European Commission to support maritime transport during the Covid-19 crisis and called for further attention for workers in fisheries and inland waterways.Wed, 22 Apr 2020 10:54:38 Z2020-04-22T11:13:45Z33df166e-069e-4acb-9020-0e7ea1bd3e7ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/first-pupil-webinar-for-maritime-uk-as-it-shines-spotlight-on-british-maritime-careers/Maritime UK is hosting its first online lesson for school pupils to keep the radar on British maritime career opportunities during the coronavirus lockdown.Tue, 21 Apr 2020 23:00:00 Z2020-05-12T22:45:15Z490b604e-f194-4430-8380-80cf001d247dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seafarers-opinions-of-stcw-in-the-skillsea-project/Nautilus International report on findings from the EU-funded SkillSea project are adding to the body of informed opinion on the subject, seafarers' opinion of STCW.Tue, 21 Apr 2020 15:25:20 Z2021-02-16T15:51:59Z563ccbdf-7293-424c-9bfe-a61caa1b453dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seafarers-keyworker-beacons-in-a-global-emergency/Insights: Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson's monthly commentary.Tue, 21 Apr 2020 15:00:00 Z2020-05-07T09:57:17Z1c4f25f8-6c7f-4c9c-83e7-dd45bd028ee2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/working-for-you-past-and-present-union-record-of-supporting-members-during-global-emergencies/A look back at the First and Second World Wars to see how today's Nautilus members and staff can take heart from the way their predecessors overcame similar challengesTue, 21 Apr 2020 13:55:51 Z2020-06-30T08:23:22Z66f34b00-0828-469c-aacb-8d6b29092095https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-calls-for-g20-taskforce-to-handle-seafarer-repatriation-and-crew-changes/A special G20 taskforce is needed to handle seafarer repatriation and crew changes during the coronavirus pandemic, say the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF).Tue, 21 Apr 2020 11:10:29 Z2020-05-07T09:54:58Ze611a39f-defc-4bd5-a7fb-e46ae669c9dbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dfds-outlines-pay-freeze-and-furlough-conditions/A pay freeze has been unilaterally imposed on all seagoing and shore staff by ferry company DFDS in response to the coronavirus pandemic.Tue, 21 Apr 2020 10:24:17 Z2020-04-21T10:54:15Z41178f75-6ce9-46cb-9f91-2ca2f901b8e5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ruby-princess-coronavirus-investigators-urged-to-respect-fair-treatment-standards-for-seafarers/Australian police investigators into a possible Covid-19 related criminal case on the cruise ship Ruby Princess, have been urged to adhere to international standards on the fair treatment of seafarers in maritime incidents.Mon, 20 Apr 2020 15:28:10 Z2020-04-20T15:43:05Zcefc1797-5d97-45f5-bd7e-d4c94a2fa17dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/marine-scotland-confirms-two-year-pay-deal-and-commits-to-zero-compulsory-redundancies/Nautilus members at the Scottish Government Marine's offshore bargaining unit SGMarine will received a bump in their April pay packets under the agreed two year pay and conditions deal.Mon, 20 Apr 2020 13:56:49 Z2020-04-20T14:16:59Z7e213f28-8387-4790-9c99-ba8d3a7c9beahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-affected-by-covid-19-to-benefit-from-new-2m-emergency-fund/The Seafarers UK fund will go to the international merchant seafaring community and UK coastal fishing fleets.Mon, 20 Apr 2020 09:34:48 Z2020-04-21T09:03:57Zc0736c27-0f71-4dd1-a61f-52e7041fcf09https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-agrees-protection-of-seafarer-rights-on-medical-care-wages-and-sick-pay/An extraordinary meeting of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has agreed special extra measures for the protection of seafarer rights during the coronavirus pandemic, including access to medical care, wages, sick pay and food.Fri, 17 Apr 2020 14:38:54 Z2020-04-17T15:20:01Z46e56815-9ae4-4a15-b135-3ab6ad4dff40https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-travel-certificates-launched/Seafarers can now be issued with certificates confirming their keyworker status as transport workers and certifying they be allowed free passage to travel between their home and vessel during the coronavirus pandemic.Fri, 17 Apr 2020 14:35:36 Z2021-01-21T23:43:16Z73941ecd-5a80-4a3c-b35d-09f764c99e41https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-shut-out-of-job-talks-as-carnage-in-north-sea-continues/Borr Drilling has announced that a possible 248 employees would be among the latest to lose their jobs in the crisis-hit oil and gas industry.Fri, 17 Apr 2020 13:21:00 Z2020-04-17T13:33:27Zc9bf4a95-5683-433d-bc63-2c9bb1a27ac0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/piracy-and-armed-robbery-a-threat-to-ships-crews-warns-imb/Seafarers face continued threats from pirates and armed robbers on the world's seas as piracy incidents have increased in the first three months of 2020 compared with 2019, according to the International Maritime Bureau (IMB).Fri, 17 Apr 2020 09:44:27 Z2020-04-17T10:18:53Z6a5446c7-ae31-45e7-9697-e34cba72a685https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipping-alliance-supports-global-roll-out-of-green-lanes-for-crew-changes/A shipping alliance representing more than 1,500 vessels and 70,000 seafarers says a European Commission proposal for designated fast track ports for collective crew changes should be rolled out globally.Thu, 16 Apr 2020 14:56:18 Z2020-04-23T16:46:48Z27f725bc-4c40-46e4-8594-adbb25c4389ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/collective-crew-changes-at-designated-ports-needed-to-relieve-100000-fatigued-seafarers-says-union/Nautilus is supporting calls for collective crew changes at designated ports, which it says are urgently needed to relieve tired Merchant Navy seafarers enabling world trade during the coronavirus pandemic.Thu, 16 Apr 2020 14:35:09 Z2020-04-23T16:47:06Zbee8b5de-bfcc-4c65-a9e0-9e4df83c9527https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ruby-princess-crew-receive-welcome-humanitarian-support/Crew members stranded onboard a cruise ship at the heart of a possible Covid-19 related criminal case in Australia, have received welcome support from the local New South Wales maritime community after a relief effort supported by a tug engineer.Thu, 16 Apr 2020 11:40:23 Z2020-04-17T08:37:56Zbcaf755b-1a58-4f39-ace5-4b6f46a33519https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/severe-drop-in-global-trade-predicted-as-crisis-continues/The World Trade Organization (WTO) has predicted a global slump in trade ranging from 13 to 32 percent in 2020, due to the disruption caused by the global coronavirus pandemic.Thu, 16 Apr 2020 11:19:11 Z2020-04-16T11:32:54Zd9e7275e-4e0c-4598-b074-bc4718c30355https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stella-maris-reassures-seafarers-during-pandemic/The maritime welfare charity Stella Maris (Apostleship of the Sea) is has reassured seafarers that it will continue to support them with practical help and pastoral care during the coronavirus pandemic.Wed, 15 Apr 2020 15:13:28 Z2020-04-15T15:24:06Z69455092-9dcc-4891-804b-255cf3cfad5fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/japan-issues-crew-change-and-ship-delivery-bans-to-73-countries/Japan has issued extraordinary travel bans covering 73 nations including the Philippines, whose seafarers account for almost three quarters of all crew on Japan's merchant fleet.Wed, 15 Apr 2020 15:02:02 Z2020-04-15T15:11:13Z3a91c8e9-4d02-49be-92a8-bde51c8211efhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-flags-concerns-over-yachties-access-to-financial-aid-and-repatriation/Nautilus has flagged concerns over the potential for yachties' to be locked out of government financial support schemes, while facing job losses due to minimum manning requirements and difficulties securing repatriation.Wed, 15 Apr 2020 14:46:41 Z2020-04-17T08:32:00Z8deca93a-2d92-4f3a-b633-ac632bf65dd6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-updates-seafarer-annual-leave-guidance/The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has updated its guidance on annual leave and the deferred repatriation of crews, as the global coronavirus pandemic continues.Wed, 15 Apr 2020 13:45:00 Z2021-01-15T13:18:59Ze57f7b93-4682-4ec7-9e16-cecfce1fea4ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/inside-view-how-covid-19-is-affecting-the-mediterranean-yacht-season/Nautilus strategic yacht partner Wilsonhalligan interview on whether the season will go ahead during the coronavirus pandemic and what type of global yacht industry may emerge post Covid-19.Wed, 15 Apr 2020 13:13:14 Z2021-08-19T09:29:34Z21aa4f43-8213-4008-9b92-b749a65c32c5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-helps-produce-topical-new-guidance-on-seafarer-wellbeing/The impact of Covid-19 has pushed seafarer wellbeing further into the spotlight and Nautilus has supported UK Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) work to produce two new guides to help the industry's efforts to improve at-sea working practices.Wed, 15 Apr 2020 11:13:48 Z2020-07-31T09:46:38Z03402e1b-22ef-4c90-99ed-36adb9e32a09https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/french-unions-seek-urgent-repatriation-of-crews/Concerns voiced over the consequences of the coronavirus crisis on the health and wellbeing of crews languishing on ships blocked abroad.Wed, 15 Apr 2020 11:07:16 Z2020-04-15T11:43:08Z729db584-e5b7-41c2-8554-cf5c7f851546https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/crew-charged-with-attempted-murder-for-allegedly-throwing-two-stowaways-overboard/The South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) and police are investigating an incident involving two stowaways allegedly thrown overboard off South Africa by the crew of the Panama flagged bulk carrier MV Top Grace.Wed, 15 Apr 2020 10:32:25 Z2020-04-15T10:55:28Za90b5906-fde7-4ae2-b066-ad88dbefda9ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/red-funnel-explores-extension-to-coronavirus-job-retention-scheme/Ferry operator seeks volunteers for scheme as it deals with the impact of the pandemic.Wed, 15 Apr 2020 10:18:38 Z2020-04-15T10:53:50Zcc33957f-f551-491f-a2d3-03edf0931bd9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pando-ferries-slammed-for-driving-down-terms-and-conditions/Nautilus has raised concerns with P&O Ferries following its proposed draconian changes to members terms and conditions during the Covid-19 pandemic.Tue, 14 Apr 2020 15:56:02 Z2020-04-14T16:02:39Zb2ece19a-6905-40a5-b469-48ed3e5ab200https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tuc-updates-advice-on-maternity-rights-during-covid-19-pandemic/The UK government needs to ensure employers protect pregnant workers' rights and health during the coronavirus pandemic, the Trades Union Congress (TUC) said.Tue, 14 Apr 2020 15:22:21 Z2020-04-14T15:38:25Z18b7e188-f836-488e-be6d-45ab6e23cce4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-and-yacht-partner-help-crew-with-visa-extension-during-covid-19-lockdown-in-spain/Nautilus and yacht partner A-Z yachting have helped secure a Schengen visa extension for a member with underlying health concerns stuck in Spain during the Covid-19 lockdown.Tue, 14 Apr 2020 14:56:21 Z2020-04-23T16:47:56Zdab49d67-f84b-4221-bd49-16248739360dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wightlink-outlines-furlough-proposal-as-coronavirus-crisis-continues/Isle of Wight ferry operator Wightlink has outlined a plan for how the company will operate in the months ahead and how its workforce will be affected, as the coronavirus crisis continues to see a drastic reduction in the number of passengers.Tue, 14 Apr 2020 14:38:11 Z2020-05-29T14:08:31Zb67b7dd6-0048-4763-a950-bc8b03157f85https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-wins-extension-for-smart-funding-for-cadets-during-covid-19-lockdown/Nautilus has successfully lobbied for an extension to SMarT funding for urgent cases where cadets have had their studies disrupted during the coronavirus pandemic.Tue, 14 Apr 2020 14:27:55 Z2021-01-22T00:31:08Z9ba2b5a3-836d-4ce7-88ac-8463c45594d8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/eu-urged-to-ease-crew-changes-during-coronavirus-pandemic/Maritime unions and shipowners have called on European governments to act together to facilitate crew changes during the global coronavirus pandemic.Tue, 14 Apr 2020 14:13:19 Z2020-04-23T16:48:16Z7edae9da-80b3-4849-8781-522cf80abd3ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/governments-urged-to-identify-seafarers-as-keyworkers-during-coronavirus-pandemic/Maritime unions and employers have issued a joint statement calling on governments to urgently define seafarers as keyworkers during the current global coronavirus pandemic, and to ensure that they are exempt from the normal travel restrictions so that crew changes can take place.Tue, 14 Apr 2020 13:56:00 Z2020-04-23T16:48:35Z36fb5e9c-84ce-4ac0-8bee-c12903b33528https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-takes-leading-role-in-new-uk-diversity-taskforce/Nautilus International has taken a lead role in the new Maritime UK diversity taskforce.Tue, 14 Apr 2020 12:29:29 Z2020-09-15T10:34:02Zec5d7f62-b4d4-479c-bb2a-80828247a886https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-retains-specialist-maritime-and-coronial-lawyers-to-assist-members-onboard-ruby-princess/Nautilus International has retained specialist maritime and coronial lawyers to assist members onboard a cruise ship at the heart of a possible Covid-19 related criminal case in Australia.Tue, 14 Apr 2020 09:35:12 Z2020-04-14T09:56:02Z2ffd6d91-6ceb-4aea-9700-7ca92cdeadc7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/kvh-offers-free-news-service-to-seafarers/Shipboard internet solutions provider KVH Industries has offered shipping companies free daily news for crew unable to leave their vessels during the coronavirus pandemic.Thu, 09 Apr 2020 13:53:12 Z2020-04-09T14:16:39Z7f579bfe-a782-49e4-9d7c-a24c42f499c6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wherever-you-are-so-are-we-this-easter/Nautilus knows its members are key workers busy keeping ports open and trade and people moving during the global Covid-19 pandemic.Thu, 09 Apr 2020 12:55:03 Z2020-04-09T13:03:02Z31976462-4059-4c83-b630-e037e29ad3fahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/deadline-looms-for-imo-bravery-at-sea-awards/Deadline looms for IMO Bravery at sea awardsThu, 09 Apr 2020 12:03:15 Z2020-04-09T12:36:08Z4282fb37-3267-47a2-8938-b23c25131a4fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-variety-of-rose-to-help-gardeners-support-seafarers/The maritime welfare charity Stella Maris (Apostleship of the Sea) has launched a special new variety of rose to mark its centenary year and raise funds for seafarer support worldwide.Thu, 09 Apr 2020 11:52:10 Z2020-04-09T14:07:20Zb7bea6bf-d937-4a4e-803e-4bdadf33be83https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-unions-ask-trump-to-throw-out-jones-act-waiver-appeal/US unions have asked President Donald Trump to deny a Jones Act waiver request made by domestic oil and gas interests.Thu, 09 Apr 2020 11:49:45 Z2020-04-09T11:53:48Z3134ec2f-a0a3-4959-8cc7-b8a57151e731https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-union-members-to-crew-us-hospital-ship-deployed-off-manhattan-for-covid-19-relief/Deck officer members of the US Masters, Mates & Pilots union (MM&P) will be onboard Military Sealift Command hospital ship Comfort, moored off Manhattan to treat patients with Covid-19.Wed, 08 Apr 2020 13:59:05 Z2020-04-08T14:39:30Z1e9b893d-4e79-4f48-9f66-cc8b47d19302https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-must-bring-home-ruby-princess-cruise-ship-crew-detained-in-australia/Nautilus International is calling on the UK government to assist its members onboard the Bermuda-flagged cruise ship Ruby Princess, which has been quarantined in New South Wales (NSW) by the Australian government.Wed, 08 Apr 2020 13:20:34 Z2020-04-23T16:49:06Z6b67b857-6809-4b58-ba96-1c57bbf8231bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-maritime-covid-19-online-assessment-tool-launched/A new maritime Covid-19 online assessment tool has been developed to support officers responsible for medical treatment on board ships and mobile offshore units.Wed, 08 Apr 2020 11:56:26 Z2020-04-08T12:04:23Z91f51f8d-d3e1-48af-b172-36de6df9e097https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/locks-on-the-upper-rhine-closed-overnight-to-contain-coronavirus/Locks on the upper Rhine will be closed at night in a bid to stem Coronavirus in Europe.Wed, 08 Apr 2020 11:14:18 Z2020-04-08T11:25:15Z56a021a7-b749-4565-8401-f30c4bfcc5c6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/danish-unions-and-ship-owners-agree-crew-change-relief-measures/Danish unions and the shipowners have entered into an agreement that ensures a system for changing crews during the Coronavirus pandemic and the problems of crew members being stuck at sea while others are at home for too long.Wed, 08 Apr 2020 10:29:46 Z2020-04-09T13:33:30Zc4029ed0-97d0-431b-a555-ab440d7854afhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stena-line-commits-to-nautilus-officer-members-as-uk-and-irish-redundancies-rolled-out/Stena Line has told Nautilus its officer members will not be affected by the planned redundancies and furloughs announced in the UK and the Republic of Ireland.Tue, 07 Apr 2020 14:23:08 Z2020-04-07T14:27:33Zc835cf27-daad-4384-9e72-6c8d462e4eb7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/do-not-lose-hope-global-maritime-charity-tells-stranded-seafarers/Global maritime chaplains have reached out to thousands of stranded cruise crews telling them 'not to lose hope' even if they currently feel 'like prisoners' of the coronavirus pandemic.Tue, 07 Apr 2020 11:43:46 Z2021-05-21T12:35:36Zc595d1d2-dd9e-4906-9ea8-01ae615ae6c4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-urges-immediate-solutions-for-crew-change-restrictions/Nautilus International is calling on governments and the shipping industry to look for immediate solutions for crew changes as countries begin extending the coronavirus lockdown.Tue, 07 Apr 2020 11:33:35 Z2020-05-07T09:46:54Z912059f1-1dc5-4c93-af8d-b11c05472d5ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-seeks-urgent-talks-with-condor-ferries-over-channel-islands-operations/Nautilus is seeking urgent talks with Condor Ferries over unilateral moves at the company to impose unpaid leave, cut salaries and reduced rostering commitments.Tue, 07 Apr 2020 10:59:42 Z2020-04-07T13:57:41Ze0cf5a42-9f7a-4786-9f91-f035ee0073b7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cheaper-calls-and-free-video-chat-service-welcomed-for-seafarers/Seafarers video calls will be free and voice calls at sea half price until the end of June, as global satellite provider Inmarsat responds to industry calls on behalf of needy crew during Covid-19.Tue, 07 Apr 2020 10:40:04 Z2020-04-07T10:48:11Zf1c18165-e119-4a43-86be-317a8db75e00https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ecdis-blamed-for-lng-carrier-grounding-off-indonesia/Accident investigators have raised fundamental questions about the safety of electronic chart display and information systems (Ecdis) in a report on the grounding of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier off Indonesia in 2018.Tue, 07 Apr 2020 10:25:46 Z2020-04-07T10:31:39Zaae361bd-6ad1-4e9a-8b3f-1b4a713d4503https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/treasury-confirms-job-retention-scheme-covers-seafarers/Nautilus has welcomed moves by HM Treasury to confirm that the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme is intended to include seafarers and the UK shipping industry.Mon, 06 Apr 2020 15:52:07 Z2020-04-07T08:31:13Z34f7f2e7-4cbb-4415-8711-6117a3ce2fa9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-may-1-deadline-for-slater-fund-applications/New 1 May deadline for Slater Fund applicationsMon, 06 Apr 2020 14:46:28 Z2020-04-06T16:30:30Z3cf6a7d5-525b-4949-befc-eda713f5072bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-revises-medical-certification-extensions-from-three-to-six-months/The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has updated the extensions available for expired, or about to expire, medical certificates during the Covid-19 pandemic from three months to six months.Mon, 06 Apr 2020 14:21:56 Z2021-01-22T00:22:46Z409e1f70-ee06-4314-b0ae-c9393276318ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/british-cadets-refused-repatriation-in-uk-ports/Nautilus has flagged persisting concerns about the number of British cadets being denied repatriation during the Covid-19 pandemic.Mon, 06 Apr 2020 14:12:15 Z2020-04-06T14:20:38Z15bd1ba7-489b-49bf-ac6b-2125d755955bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/james-fisher-develops-covid-19-support-ventilators/JFD has developed a new ventilator system to support global health systems in combatting the Covid-19 pandemic.Mon, 06 Apr 2020 13:59:28 Z2020-04-06T14:05:27Z538c055f-eeef-41c3-9f52-1880b03c9df0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-argus-deployed-in-caribbean-in-preparation-for-hurricanes-and-covid-19/RFA Argus deployed in Caribbean in preparation for hurricanes and Covid-19Mon, 06 Apr 2020 13:44:44 Z2020-04-06T13:50:25Z635f8671-b402-4917-90c6-0e1352d58de6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ships-horns-sound-for-keyworkers-across-uk-waters/Ships' horns sounded in unison across UK ports and sea crossings on Thursday 2 April 2020, in what has become a weekly UK evening event to provide cheer to frontline essential workers during the Covid-19 pandemic.Fri, 03 Apr 2020 15:47:42 Z2020-04-06T09:42:28Zddf9b50d-f55a-4fd8-a80d-f3f1ffeb4e09https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/the-secret-captain-blog/Nautilus has published a blog from @TheSecretCapt, a master in charge of commercial vessels in the Straits of Hormuz, Far East and Asia about his experience of being in lockdown onboard, unable to return home to family, during the Covid-19 pandemicFri, 03 Apr 2020 13:00:49 Z2020-04-07T08:19:40Z5844b4ec-eadb-40ab-b8e2-110f0672a4f7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-uk-grants-emergency-funds-to-deal-with-spike-in-demand/Charitable funding body Seafarers UK has announced an additional £100,000 in emergency funding will be made immediately available to maritime charities.Fri, 03 Apr 2020 12:33:40 Z2020-04-03T12:42:23Z8af58fea-7571-4939-a91f-b89880a1417fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pntl-confirms-no-compulsory-redundancies-in-pintail-decommissioning/With the latest stage in the Oceanic Pintail redundancy negotiations now complete, Pacific Nuclear Transport Limited (PNTL) has confirmed that no crew members will face compulsory redundancy when the nuclear fuel carrier is decommissioned.Fri, 03 Apr 2020 12:15:00 Z2020-04-08T13:52:18Zead818f6-a7ac-4d99-82c5-d35ef7847d8dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-voice-from-the-maritime-community-pay-attention-to-seafarers-now-or-regret-it-when-pandemic-shortages-bite/An Oxfordshire resident with two Nautilus members in her family has written to her MP to press for action on crew relief and repatriation.Fri, 03 Apr 2020 08:30:51 Z2020-04-23T16:54:57Zeb960c62-ecb5-407a-a52f-b2d60609e849https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tanker-crew-spend-anxious-days-awaiting-covid19-test-results/A tanker captain has described spending days anxiously awaiting results of a Covid-19 coronavirus test for a crew member in the Middle East.Thu, 02 Apr 2020 15:29:08 Z2020-04-03T15:36:17Z5ae22a2c-305e-4504-8ddc-adca4a736c62https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nigeria-excludes-oil-and-gas-carriers-from-new-covid-19-restrictions/Nigeria has imposed new restrictions on all cargo ships, except those carrying oil and gas products, entering the country's ports as part of its efforts to restrict the spread of the coronavirus outbreak.Thu, 02 Apr 2020 15:28:18 Z2020-04-02T15:37:56Ze4499f05-0a0c-40ed-984e-ce2f5e449a2bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-to-repatriate-british-yachties-from-cape-verde/Nautilus International is seeking support for a number of members working onboard a superyacht, struggling to return home after learning that the vessel was due to cross a High-Risk Area.Thu, 02 Apr 2020 14:52:50 Z2020-04-03T15:29:01Z83f0f31b-eb0c-4636-9bc7-748372b8b930https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/high-time-for-a-european-maritime-rescue-package-renew-europe-meps-argue/The EU Commission has been urged to put together a specific maritime rescue and recovery action plan by European MEPs.Thu, 02 Apr 2020 14:24:32 Z2020-04-02T16:08:32Z345c2f0b-664f-423b-ae0e-a6a90710eddehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-calls-for-repatriation-of-cruise-crew-stranded-off-australia/The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) has called on the Australian government to repatriate crew stranded on cruise ships off the Australian coast.Thu, 02 Apr 2020 13:59:34 Z2020-04-02T14:32:28Zc24db27c-2c86-47cc-a8a2-4535b3118dcchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pay-rises-agreed-at-bw-fleet-management/Chief engineers and masters at BW Fleet Management will get pay rises of between 7.16% and 16.43% along with a general pay rise for all employees of 1.7%.Thu, 02 Apr 2020 13:50:47 Z2020-04-02T13:57:30Zd51cbb4f-4f20-44ff-ad02-87e6fb0aac8ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/italian-ship-operators-get-green-light-to-reduce-crew-numbers/Italy's port administrations have accepted a request from the country's ship operators to revise regular crewing arrangements in view of the halt to passenger volumes on services to and from Italy's many small islands following the Covid-19 national health emergency.Thu, 02 Apr 2020 13:26:44 Z2020-04-02T13:43:20Zd58742fc-2d90-445d-ae54-37c48ec0482dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-hospital-society-extends-free-access-to-mental-health-advice/The Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS) has joined forces with free confidential online mental health service Big White Wall to extend its seafarer support services to retired seafarers and families of serving seafarers during the coronavirus pandemic.Thu, 02 Apr 2020 12:17:04 Z2020-04-03T15:00:30Z943d7603-7cc9-44d3-9823-177aa9ea4a5dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-criticises-flag-states-for-failing-to-protect-health-during-coronavirus/The International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) has criticised flag states for failing to protect seafarer and passenger health during the coronavirus pandemic as cruiseships are repeatedly refused permission to dock and disembark passengers amid precautionary measures to curb the spread of the virus.Thu, 02 Apr 2020 11:49:00 Z2020-04-02T12:19:12Z78f2a50e-1e55-4e45-a9de-fe76c0919003https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-urges-member-states-to-follow-new-imo-guidance-on-crew-changes-and-repatriation/Nautilus has urged all International Maritime Organization (IMO) Member States to follow new guidance on crew changes and repatriation during the Covid-10 pandemic.Wed, 01 Apr 2020 15:11:55 Z2020-04-23T16:49:45Zbe41fcc2-62ce-4c84-9fcb-baf92f590863https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sailors-society-issues-seafarer-welfare-covid-19-fundraising-appeal/International maritime welfare charity the Sailors' Society has launched a suite of seafarer resources and a funding appeal to help it support the 'key workers of the sea' during the global Covid-19 pandemic.Wed, 01 Apr 2020 14:34:36 Z2020-04-01T22:04:06Z1ca6005b-398a-4457-b18f-37759f6d87e8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-maritime-security-guidance-for-mariners-operating-off-west-africa-and-the-gulf-of-guinea/New maritime anti-piracy guidance has been created for seafarers operating off West Africa amid increased attacks in what are already extraordinary global conditions for cargo and container crew keyworkers.Wed, 01 Apr 2020 13:48:20 Z2020-07-22T14:06:58Z7aa10557-05cd-43c1-b323-9bfbb68de369https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-welcomes-easing-of-singapore-crew-change-restrictions/Nautilus has welcomed news that Singapore has adopted a more pragmatic approach to crew changes on cargo vessels after pressure by unions and the maritime industry.Wed, 01 Apr 2020 13:31:52 Z2020-04-23T16:50:10Z0595c6e7-a3d6-42d5-a06f-289fa2c4367dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/diamond-princess-crew-will-need-long-term-mental-health-support/Crew members on cruiseships involved in Covid-19 outbreaks will need long-term physical and mental health support, a medical expert has warned.Wed, 01 Apr 2020 12:59:56 Z2020-04-02T08:08:43Zc5afdaea-ff75-47b8-93d8-515374563d5fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-fear-for-their-safety-as-employer-demands-return-to-work-in-brazil/Whilst some Nautilus members are stuck onboard their ships struggling to get home, others are stranded at home contemplating how safe it is for them to return to work.Wed, 01 Apr 2020 11:08:40 Z2020-04-01T22:05:35Z69a3169f-5bb5-47d0-8990-bcab18cfeadahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/general-secretary-outlines-key-priorities-for-nautilus-members-on-tapiit-live-tv/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson has outlined the Union's key priorities for 2020, which focus on jobs and training for members, alongside the core industrial work it does to support members and agree collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) with owners.Wed, 01 Apr 2020 10:43:31 Z2020-04-01T16:22:34Zfddd7f2e-0a5e-493a-b63c-9d2b17be995dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/western-ferries-3.2-pay-increase-accepted/Nautilus International Members employed by Western Ferries have agreed a pay increase of 3.2% increase during 'unprecedented times'.Tue, 31 Mar 2020 15:20:34 Z2020-04-01T21:58:57Zf4bd998c-2192-45d8-a5e8-fd180642c63bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ilo-calls-for-seafarer-protection-during-covid-19-pandemic/The International Labour Organisation has fired a warning shot to government and employers urging them to respect international labour standards for seafarers and to 'keep a human-centred approach' for all workers during the coronavirus pandemic.Tue, 31 Mar 2020 14:46:22 Z2020-04-23T16:50:32Zafa6baf5-70a3-419e-89de-9706360eeaa4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-seafarers-trust-pledges-1-million-to-support-seafarers/The ITF Seafarers' Trust (ITFST) has launched an emergency fund to address the impact of the global pandemic on seafarers and their families.Tue, 31 Mar 2020 14:25:14 Z2020-04-01T16:25:32Z3a2911e0-5f85-4184-bf87-eb63cb4590b6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/IMO-urged-to-take-leadership-in-Covid-19-response/A Nautilus Council member has urged the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to provide clarification for cargo vessel operators on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and other assistance for dealing with possible coronavirus outbreaks.Tue, 31 Mar 2020 14:24:59 Z2020-04-01T16:20:35Z188fb03d-2107-4061-ad9d-b8ac4268ca3bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/indian-ports-declare-force-majeure-to-contain-coronavirus-spread/Several major Indian ports including the largest private port operators, have declared force majeure as the country tries contain coronavirus spread.Tue, 31 Mar 2020 12:54:51 Z2020-03-31T13:08:32Zc303689a-0b23-4f26-9ecf-a6d968ada40fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/australia-demands-german-cruise-ship-leave-its-waters-immediately/Australia demands German cruise ship leave its waters 'immediately'Tue, 31 Mar 2020 12:41:09 Z2020-03-31T16:31:16Z5ef565f1-519e-4807-8deb-ca8380512958https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/bbc-shipping-forecasts-reduced-during-coronavirus-pandemic/Due to the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic, the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has announced that its marine weather service on BBC Radio 4 will change for the foreseeable future.Tue, 31 Mar 2020 11:37:08 Z2020-03-31T19:02:31Za8dc0e84-53b0-418c-801a-38928983f330https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/plea-for-ship-suppliers-to-be-recognised-as-essential-workers/Ship suppliers should be given 'essential worker' status to enable them to keep ships stocked with vital supplies and spare parts needed during the global coronavirus pandemic, the International Ship Suppliers & Services Association (ISSA) said.Mon, 30 Mar 2020 15:18:30 Z2020-04-23T16:50:54Z1204e781-1be9-4915-9848-847d1f8b149chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-flags-uk-government-support-measures-for-members/Nautilus has joined forces with the RMT and the UK Chamber of Shipping to demand clarity over specific measures to support the maritime industry from UK Shipping Minister Kelly Tolhurst.Mon, 30 Mar 2020 14:53:24 Z2020-04-15T16:39:02Z89c49ed7-0603-411c-9857-6abe546739e0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stuck-in-singapore-let-us-go-home/'Amy' has been a seafarer for six years and is currently a deck officer on passenger vessel stranded in a Singapore port due to coronavirus restrictions.Mon, 30 Mar 2020 14:34:00 Z2020-03-31T10:32:52Za96c6f8f-5905-434e-8cef-5f20ecdd51a6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-mariners-park-gears-up-for-covid-19/Nautilus Mariners' Park gears up for Covid-19Mon, 30 Mar 2020 12:08:35 Z2020-03-31T12:03:13Z704396cb-55cb-4742-b7e1-83b41e90c83chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/msc-to-donate-ferry-as-hospital-ship-to-combat-italys-coronavirus-crisis/MSC to donate ferry as hospital ship to combat Italy’s coronavirus crisisMon, 30 Mar 2020 11:24:29 Z2020-03-30T14:28:03Z9c3ffbd1-59a2-43a2-9724-f32cdb5ceb13https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/surge-in-unpaid-wages-as-pandemic-spreads/There has been a spike in unscrupulous operators withholding wages to seafarers since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, according to UK-based charity Human Rights at Sea (HRAS).Mon, 30 Mar 2020 10:56:44 Z2020-03-30T13:33:14Z5c44e23f-b3fe-469f-93b4-56bd7c4e09b7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-backs-calls-to-save-oil-and-gas-jobs-during-covid-19-pandemic/Nautilus backs calls to save oil and gas jobs during Covid-19 pandemicFri, 27 Mar 2020 21:21:28 Z2020-03-28T00:44:47Z395bbddb-6e2d-41aa-8167-c58e9638725ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-in-cruiseship-taskforce-assessing-industry-impact-from-pandemic/Members of the ITF Cruise Ship Task Force – including Nautilus International – have been closely following the impact of the coronavirus crisis on the cruise industry.Fri, 27 Mar 2020 16:15:50 Z2020-04-03T10:25:38Z775feb93-5870-4f09-aca3-2ab4800ab62bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/red-funnel-steps-in-as-wightlink-suspends-services/Red Funnel steps in as Wightlink suspends servicesFri, 27 Mar 2020 15:59:22 Z2020-03-30T15:22:17Z2d690d37-2ce2-471c-ae02-3a3ccbba3440https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-emergency-helpline-spike-in-calls-due-to-members-coronavirus-concerns/The Nautilus 24/7 emergency helpline service has seen a rapid increase in the number of calls coming into the helpline in response to the coronavirus pandemic.Fri, 27 Mar 2020 15:34:13 Z2020-12-23T10:47:49Za0a1098f-a254-4464-9f00-8662205c5aa5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/bring-our-cadets-home/Nautilus has called for shipowners and training providers to bring British cadets home, should they wish, at the next available port.Fri, 27 Mar 2020 15:28:56 Z2020-03-27T15:34:18Z04810aab-1127-42d5-9da1-ed13a563fd6ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mariners-park-protects-residents-safety-during-pandemic/Mariners' Park retirement complex has introduced a raft of safety procedures to protect residents during the coronavirus pandemic.Fri, 27 Mar 2020 15:23:53 Z2020-03-31T12:05:30Z82b287cb-83a5-467c-bb4e-775c719502ebhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-government-suspends-competition-law-to-support-isle-of-wight-lifeline-ferries/The UK government is temporarily allowing ferry operators to the Isle of Wight to work together and maintain a crucial lifeline service between the island and the mainland during the Covid-19 outbreak.Fri, 27 Mar 2020 13:01:58 Z2020-03-27T21:41:05Zfff71346-8169-4769-8eee-5fe3f6cf0890https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/help-fight-for-transport-workers-rights-by-sharing-etf-campaign-graphics/The European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) has issued a set of Covid-19 graphics that seafarers and unions can use to help campaign for the rights of supply chain workers during the coronavirus pandemic.Fri, 27 Mar 2020 12:47:39 Z2020-03-27T21:38:48Z77905b99-999b-4718-a025-db33af0883eehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-forced-to-suspend-operations-as-passenger-numbers-plunge/P&O Ferries forced to suspend operations as passenger numbers plungeThu, 26 Mar 2020 16:54:03 Z2020-08-12T11:39:59Z20e6be35-d34a-46d9-bf5b-a9441f61bb6dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-seeks-smart-funding-extension-for-cadets-in-training-shutdown/Nautilus, the union for maritime professionals, is seeking extensions to the cadet SMarT funding programme for British seafarers whose studies have been disrupted by the coronavirus lockdown.Thu, 26 Mar 2020 16:37:20 Z2020-03-27T13:10:52Zc0964b21-8ea2-4e3e-a62a-5003df460b15https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-caseworker-service-ramps-up-support-for-seafarers-during-covid-9-lockdown/Nautilus caseworker service ramps up support for seafarers during Covid-19 lockdownThu, 26 Mar 2020 16:24:06 Z2020-03-30T13:39:37Ze9552cf7-929a-4f67-a21b-2bd31de4c737https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/falklands-weekend-in-hull-moved-to-april-2021/Falklands weekend in Hull moved to April 2021Thu, 26 Mar 2020 15:54:42 Z2020-03-26T16:04:03Z6b29075c-95da-40df-89a1-edd7d87a99e4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-success-as-calmac-agrees-extra-officer-jobs/Following a Manning Review, CalMac have agreed eight extra officer positions to address Union members' concerns about crewing levels.Thu, 26 Mar 2020 15:16:11 Z2020-03-26T16:17:19Zc4ff569b-5fc3-42a1-b337-dc7cbed0aea3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/crew-levels-maintained-as-calmac-introduces-essential-lifeline-timetable/CalMac have announced its ferry services to Scotland and the Scottish isles are being reduced by 61%, but it aims to retain current crew levels for the new 'essential lifeline' only timetable during the Covid-19 pandemic.Thu, 26 Mar 2020 15:05:05 Z2020-03-26T16:25:00Z4efe77a7-f2c5-4c9b-a5ed-cfa4d6988f34https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/face-of-nautilus-clive-evans-chair-professional-and-technical-forum/Face of Nautilus: Clive Evans, chair Professional and Technical ForumThu, 26 Mar 2020 11:02:49 Z2020-03-26T11:51:49Z6685b29a-1cea-4252-81fe-3e4f1956653chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-commits-to-seafarer-welfare-crew-transfers-and-shore-leave/The British Shipping Minister Kelly Tolhurst has written to three UN agencies pledging its commitment to the welfare of seafarers of all nationalities during the coronavirus pandemic.Wed, 25 Mar 2020 15:38:07 Z2020-03-25T15:43:58Z66d8d4d6-f6d5-493b-ae66-9fba229cf3a1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-calls-for-priority-testing-of-key-workers-for-coronavirus/Nautilus has called for key workers – including maritime professionals – to be given top priority for home testing coronavirus kits expected to be available in the UK 'within days'.Wed, 25 Mar 2020 15:31:38 Z2020-04-24T10:59:02Z8835c43c-a526-42da-a6f8-6ca9444c4119https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/san-diego-sets-strict-crew-monitoring-guidelines-for-cruise-calls/The Port of San Diego is putting in place new measures to ensure the number of cruise crew sign-offs are monitored for Holland America and Celebrity Cruises during the Covid-19 pandemic.Wed, 25 Mar 2020 15:04:44 Z2020-03-25T15:27:31Z1e59129e-bd3c-43be-9a4c-d349e18c97dehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/iswan-video-promotes-mental-health-coping-strategies-for-seafarers-affected-by-coronavirus-quarantine/The International Seafarer Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) has produced a video to help seafarers cope with the stress of Covid-19 restrictions.Wed, 25 Mar 2020 12:18:26 Z2020-03-25T12:33:43Z6c04c11c-5bbc-4b86-9ae9-ad89ab4f4ce0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/france-curbs-ferry-traffic-with-reduced-cross-channel-services/The French government has suspended all non-regular passenger vessels carrying more than 100 passengers across the English Channel and the North Sea until April 15.Wed, 25 Mar 2020 12:12:08 Z2020-03-25T12:16:20Zd3b5e3fb-354b-4add-a485-702126f150fehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-approves-digital-sea-time-verification/The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has given the green light to digital sea-time verification for Nautilus superyacht members.Wed, 25 Mar 2020 12:10:27 Z2020-03-25T16:20:49Zd15098b3-cfa1-45d9-9c3c-f967a948af85https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/never-too-late-to-say-thank-you--ww2-medal-awarded-to-mn-veteran-after-75-years/As the UK gears up to mark the 75th anniversary of VE Day in May 2020, one British Merchant Navy veteran former radio officer Donald Hunter has received a surprising tribute for his Second World War service.Wed, 25 Mar 2020 09:33:37 Z2020-03-26T16:05:17Z6c1222fc-c4e4-4285-a6b7-768014eb8affhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-seeks-mca-approval-for-move-to-digital-sea-time-verification/Union seeks MCA approval for move to digital sea time verificationTue, 24 Mar 2020 16:29:41 Z2020-03-24T19:59:12Za98d1922-d56e-426d-b78d-3193a2aedd2bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/raising-the-standards-the-findings-of-the-2019-nautilus-federation-survey-on-stcw/Raising the Standards – the findings of the 2019 Nautilus Federation survey on STCWTue, 24 Mar 2020 16:26:53 Z2020-05-27T12:16:33Z8220b872-5ae4-4b9b-89eb-be276299dd8ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-warns-yacht-crew-off-job-scammers/Yacht crew seeking work for the summer season are being warned to be on their guard against new recruitment scams seeking to extort money out of members.Tue, 24 Mar 2020 15:40:58 Z2020-03-25T12:04:55Zd257483e-fc3e-47f8-a410-e566980d1578https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/financial-help-available-to-furloughed-seafarers/Financial support is available to furloughed crew from several Nautilus partner maritime charities.Tue, 24 Mar 2020 15:09:19 Z2021-12-03T17:56:25Zd61c7c77-6f59-4227-863b-8c4e45a10b6chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-protests-draconian-sick-pay-suspensions-for-stena-line-ferry-members/Nautilus has protested 'draconian' steps taken by Stena Line ferries to suspend its sick pay scheme in response to pressures from the coronavirus pandemic without consultation with unions.Tue, 24 Mar 2020 14:49:27 Z2020-03-24T15:00:15Zcd89e428-b544-4ca3-bd64-290e70adb8b3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/insights-how-the-coronavirus-spread-on-cruiseship-diamond-princess/Insights: how the coronavirus spread on cruiseship Diamond PrincessTue, 24 Mar 2020 13:08:25 Z2020-03-24T19:52:02Z475e2fa2-0421-48b3-b8d8-0b2dc2e23212https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-demands-global-rights-for-transport-workers-during-covid-19-pandemic/Nautilus has welcomed a move by the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) to ensure that transport workers' rights around the world are upheld during the Covid-19 coronavirus outbreak.Tue, 24 Mar 2020 12:37:34 Z2020-04-23T16:51:56Z2fba016c-7b7e-4095-82e3-d9f1a6d4ea06https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-criticises-satellite-providers-for-failing-to-give-crew-free-internet/Nautilus has criticised plans by satellite service providers to offer crew stuck onboard discounted internet and telecommunications services, calling for free access globally.Tue, 24 Mar 2020 12:04:24 Z2020-03-24T12:23:15Zb2169dab-0de8-4f10-b433-336bc03a8bb7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/australian-ports-relax-quarantines-for-transiting-seafarers/Maritime unions in Australia have welcomed a decision by Western Australian port authorities to relax rules which meant that seafarers transiting the country had to spend 14 days in quarantine before being allowed to leave.Tue, 24 Mar 2020 11:53:28 Z2020-03-24T12:02:39Ze4318e3a-fa78-4682-aa1f-451860b3f96dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/eu-countries-must-allow-transport-workers-to-cross-their-borders-insists-european-commission/In the face of declarations from several EU countries that they will be closing their borders during the Covid-19 pandemic, the European Commission is insisting that there must still be cross-border movement of freight on land and at sea to ensure the delivery of essential supplies.Tue, 24 Mar 2020 11:49:44 Z2020-03-24T17:06:32Z267e10ab-a7e0-4890-82d6-4c6819e2c3b5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/liverpool-seafarer-centre-increases-ship-visits-to-covid-19-vessel-bound-crew/Liverpool seafarer centre increases ship visits to Covid-19 vessel-bound crewsMon, 23 Mar 2020 16:34:25 Z2020-03-23T17:06:20Zfe41d354-913d-4657-acea-8c2064e8bd6chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/port-authorities-failing-to-give-seafarers-basic-medical-care/Unwell seafarers are being denied basic medical care by port authorities struggling to deal with the spread of the Covid-19 virus and are being forced to rely on radio medical advice.Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:31:32 Z2020-03-23T16:42:55Z6f99b208-7d0a-4ab7-8579-9a7d9f71c841https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stella-maris-welfare-support-pledge-for-seafarers-and-fishing-vessel-crew/Port chaplains are making the digital transition to adapt and continue their welfare service support for seafarers and fishing vessel crews during the coronavirus pandemic.Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:17:03 Z2020-03-23T16:50:29Zfd677fce-2ecf-4e45-9dd2-8d812824269ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/singapore-shuts-its-border-to-seafarers/Singapore, one of the world's busiest ports, will from 23 March at 23:59hrs shut its borders to seafarers and passengers on short term visits and crew changes will also be banned.Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:13:49 Z2020-03-23T16:18:34Z9f503382-0dae-4c59-aa2a-08b6be4d32c0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dfds-suspends-onboard-services-as-part-of-uk-bar-and-restaurant-ban/Ferry operator DFDS has decided to suspend its onboard services on UK-France routes during the Covid-19 pandemic – in line with the UK government's decision to close pubs and restaurants on land.Mon, 23 Mar 2020 14:43:02 Z2020-03-23T14:48:28Z2ee3c4c2-bdff-45f6-af00-35f875f2d61ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/social-partners-unite-to-protect-maritime-professionals-during-pandemic/Nautilus has joined with Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union and the UK Chamber of Shipping to protect the national interest from the economic impact of the Covid-19 emergency.Mon, 23 Mar 2020 14:23:17 Z2020-04-23T16:52:16Zd5d08697-02e4-4419-a445-02ac0b5f7078https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-backs-calls-for-free-crew-internet/Nautilus has backed calls for crew internet, data and satellite calls to be made free for three months to cover the peak infection period expected of the Covid-19 pandemic.Mon, 23 Mar 2020 12:29:29 Z2020-03-24T09:18:39Z8431f3f2-a1da-469e-bbae-c899cd14944ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/covid-19-nautilus-presses-scottish-government-on-relief-crew-travel-shore-leave-and-keeping-ports-open/Nautilus and other transport unions have held a high-level meeting with the Scottish Government to urge special recognition of seafarers during the Covid-19 pandemic.Mon, 23 Mar 2020 12:20:37 Z2020-03-23T12:55:58Z36d23ef3-aabe-48e9-8cb9-12284213d0b8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/calmac-designates-crew-key-workers-as-scots-close-down-ferries-to-non-essential-travel/CalMac designates crew key workers as Scots close down ferries to non-essential travelMon, 23 Mar 2020 11:17:40 Z2020-03-23T12:37:31Z0ba2998e-1577-4c60-b5ee-21a0f3b1b568https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-calls-for-affiliates-to-share-best-practices-in-supporting-seafarers-during-covid-19-pandemic/Seafarer unions globally have been asked to share their government's best practices on dealing with the Covid-19 global health emergency.Mon, 23 Mar 2020 09:47:13 Z2020-03-23T12:37:07Zeb6f686d-c4ae-4a00-8102-872f73973904https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-professionals-top-of-agenda-as-union-and-social-partners-lobby-for-vital-protections/The importance of seafarers to the world economy has been driven home by Nautilus International in highlighting the vital role they play keeping trade and goods flowing – including medical supplies – during the coronavirus pandemicFri, 20 Mar 2020 17:41:31 Z2020-04-23T16:52:39Zecfcc2f8-97fb-4b44-86c8-894e725cf95chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-suspends-oral-exams/The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has confirmed that oral exams will be suspended from 23 March for anyone who has arrived from outside the UK in the last 14 days, as part of a range of measures to prevent the spread of the Covid-19 coronavirus.Fri, 20 Mar 2020 14:27:26 Z2021-01-22T00:21:15Z109dbe81-5a57-4eaa-aa4e-dc7dc4137d39https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafaring-charities-step-in-to-assist-stranded-cruise-crew-at-tilbury/Seafaring charities step in to assist stranded cruise crew at TilburyFri, 20 Mar 2020 13:07:28 Z2020-03-20T13:16:04Za7eadd57-ae5d-4862-921e-024993aa61cehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/thames-clippers-to-maintain-full-pay-for-crews-under-reduced-timetable/Thames Clippers – a major employer of Nautilus members – is to scale down its service following a 75% reduction of business due to the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic.Fri, 20 Mar 2020 13:04:44 Z2020-08-04T14:45:41Zc34b8c0a-1735-4190-b669-55cb303cf337https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-backs-calls-for-government-support-package/Nautilus International has backed a call from the UK Chamber of Shipping for an immediate multi-million pound government support package to ensure the shipping industry can continue to bring in the food, goods and medicines the UK will need to fight the coronavirus.Fri, 20 Mar 2020 11:55:42 Z2020-03-20T12:05:21Z00a62a10-0260-496d-8d8c-86b0ddfcec9fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-to-extend-medical-certificates-by-up-to-three-months/The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) will extend medical certificates by up to three months for seafarers caught up in the coronavirus pandemicFri, 20 Mar 2020 11:41:34 Z2021-01-22T00:23:27Z543bff53-9812-4945-a2a0-c0a377886a22https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/yacht-training-college-uksa-to-close-during-covid-19-pandemic/The Nautilus yacht sector partner UKSA has decided to suspend operations from Sunday 22 March 2020 to help limit the spread of Covid-19 coronavirus.Fri, 20 Mar 2020 11:21:32 Z2020-03-20T15:10:03Zbcca30f0-5463-4c27-966f-580253c2ff00https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/covid-19-uk-government-designates-seafarers-as-key-workers/Following sustained pressure from Nautilus and other transport unions, the UK government has officially designated seafarers as key workers.Fri, 20 Mar 2020 10:25:37 Z2021-01-21T23:57:03Zee3bb5c0-d8bf-4bf6-86eb-c8e9941eb8aahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/remember-seafarers-who-keep-trade-flowing/Insights: Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson's monthly commentary.Fri, 20 Mar 2020 10:00:00 Z2020-03-20T23:16:00Ze9853b32-ca37-46ba-babf-d585206b1d24https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/un-agencies-urged-to-recognise-seafarers-as-key-workers-during-covid-19-pandemic/International maritime unions and employers have joined together to press the United Nations to keep world trade moving during the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic.Thu, 19 Mar 2020 17:35:38 Z2020-03-20T10:46:01Z44ec1238-2042-4cd4-9a11-618b63066a8dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-flags-global-union-support-for-cruise-crew-affected-by-coronavirus-pandemic/Nautilus flags global union support for cruise crew affected by coronavirus pandemicThu, 19 Mar 2020 17:31:08 Z2020-07-31T10:22:37Z7020724a-a6ca-41b7-9e68-2767c1686cf0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/covid-19-uk-ferries-on-short-crossings-to-allow-some-passengers-to-stay-in-vehicles/The UK Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) has temporarily relaxed rules requiring all ferry passengers on multi-deck vessels to leave their vehicles and go to communal lounges.Thu, 19 Mar 2020 16:03:45 Z2020-03-20T10:43:45Z89e27291-5ca2-4d95-ad8d-dfdc90830a5chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-to-work-tirelessly-with-unions-to-support-transport-workers/The UK Department for Transport (DfT) has pledged to work with transport unions to ensure workers are supported during the Covid-19 outbreak.Thu, 19 Mar 2020 12:31:54 Z2020-03-19T12:37:24Z2de6148a-4705-4c99-a86d-e9fada218d6bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-urges-member-states-to-take-pragmatic-approach-to-seafarer-certification/The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has urged all member states to take a pragmatic approach to seafarer certification during the worldwide coronavirus outbreak.Thu, 19 Mar 2020 12:01:15 Z2020-03-19T12:07:56Za609bf31-9681-4459-8c08-3829b1825db6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/belgium-drops-minimum-safe-manning-requirements/The Belgian Maritime Inspectorate (BMI) has taken the unprecedented step of dispensing with minimum safe manning requirements under Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) in response to the coronavirus outbreak.Thu, 19 Mar 2020 11:15:00 Z2020-03-19T11:36:11Z419771ca-3734-4ecf-8d6d-0845e06d7fb7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-backs-iom-move-to-exempt-seafarers-from-travel-restrictions/Nautilus has backed moves by the Isle of Man government to designate seafarers as key workers and exempt them from Covid-19 travel restrictions.Wed, 18 Mar 2020 15:39:46 Z2020-04-23T16:53:01Zbf3a7c55-ecc2-4fbf-9265-bb37633ab818https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/etf-calls-for-emergency-eu-pandemic-measures-to-recognise-maritime-crew-onboard-and-onshore/ETF calls for emergency EU pandemic measures to recognise maritime crew onboard and onshoreWed, 18 Mar 2020 12:27:05 Z2020-03-18T13:07:12Z4915423d-7fdf-455b-b577-5db41766470bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pacific-suspends-all-crew-changes-until-further-notice/Marine services provider Swire Pacific Offshore (SPO) has suspended all crew changes on board its vessels with effect from 16 March until further notice, the company said in an emailed communication to crew which Nautilus has seen.Wed, 18 Mar 2020 11:42:32 Z2020-03-18T14:11:58Z54ceaf5f-f229-4ae3-ba9e-921dce1a0f05https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/recovery-of-solstad-members-rights-close/Nautilus is close to resolving contractual issues for crew arising from the transfer of Farstad shipping crewing services to Solstad vessels.Wed, 18 Mar 2020 09:22:31 Z2020-03-18T13:28:29Z66e8eeb3-254c-40a6-98ef-608c496941eahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-partner-suspends-crew-training-over-covid-19-fears/Nautilus partner suspends crew training over COVID-19 fearsTue, 17 Mar 2020 17:06:29 Z2020-03-17T17:12:35Zf6b3f8ac-5450-4e89-9a92-d5712591c584https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-green-lights-crew-contract-extensions/The International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) will green light the extension of Seafarer Employment Agreements (SEAs) for up to one month in response to Covid-19 containment strategies.Tue, 17 Mar 2020 14:36:23 Z2020-08-21T15:35:48Z750cbf70-81f1-44ac-8e22-9e72a9ec9c44https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/union-can-support-yacht-crew-as-demand-grows/Mark Schwegman, the co-owner of Nautilus yacht industry partner PYT USA, discusses the benefits of Union support for yacht crew who experience difficulties with management companies, and how targeted yacht training for professional and recreational yacht crew has developed.Tue, 17 Mar 2020 10:08:10 Z2020-03-17T10:25:15Zeab88299-a3f6-4878-9688-f966154fc732https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maersk-line-uk-crew-transfers-earmarked-for-april/The move of UK officers on Maersk Line container ships to non-Danish International Register of Shipping (DIS) flagged vessels is expected to be completed by April 2020.Tue, 17 Mar 2020 08:00:00 Z2020-03-17T08:00:30Z27b8e303-a9bd-4daf-875e-fcc4ad844e86https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/energy-major-bans-all-crew-changes-for-45-days/A global energy major has banned all crew changes on its fleet of oil and gas carriers for the next 45 days irrespective of the ports called at, according to documents emailed to officers which Nautilus has seen.Mon, 16 Mar 2020 16:52:27 Z2020-03-16T17:04:24Zef8c923e-57b9-4002-bc66-53b275f384c2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-calls-for-special-measures-for-seafarers-to-cope-with-covid-19-restrictions/Seafarers should be treated as key workers and provided with special measures and exemptions from the travel and other restrictions being imposed for Covid-19 containment, according to Nautilus International, the trade union for maritime professionals.Mon, 16 Mar 2020 15:24:33 Z2020-04-23T16:53:45Zd0da16af-5ca4-4784-ab84-39cde470b384https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/90-minutes-that-could-save-seafarers-lives/City of Glasgow College has developed a pioneering programme of blended learning to teach seafarers about the dangers of oxygen depletionMon, 16 Mar 2020 12:33:02 Z2020-03-16T14:55:03Ze34e2807-8157-409b-be95-9ce88f564836https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-joins-forces-with-training-startup/Nautilus has joined forces with online start-up Tapiit Maritime which helps seafarers locate certified maritime training globally.Mon, 16 Mar 2020 11:15:00 Z2020-03-16T15:06:11Zcd3cf497-73cd-4eb6-bc1a-9314b5e59a24https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-members-accept-two-percent-pay-rise/The 2019/2020 Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) 2% pay offer and enduring bonus scheme has finally been received and accepted by Nautilus members.Mon, 16 Mar 2020 10:30:00 Z2020-03-16T11:00:10Z6d44eadb-7da4-4095-a3bc-37d81feee324https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/enduring-offshore-efforts-for-crown-crewing/Enduring offshore efforts for Crown CrewingMon, 16 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Z2020-03-16T09:00:10Z16a22b9b-4e35-4b5e-a3d6-36390f3d6531https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/compulsory-redundancies-avoided-at-pntl-after-robust-negotiations/Unions working with Pacific Nuclear Transport Limited (PNTL) on its decommissioning plans for the UK-flagged nuclear fuel carrier Oceanic Pintail, hope to avoid compulsory redundancies due to a good response to a voluntary redundancy scheme at the company.Fri, 13 Mar 2020 14:00:00 Z2020-04-03T12:20:15Z5f6a57ff-9cf5-4465-8873-4b4149368875https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stena-line-uturn-on-prescreening-crew-for-coronavirus/Gothenburg-based ferry operator Stena line has ditched plans to pre-screen crew for signs of coronavirus before onsigning across its passenger and freight ferry routes.Fri, 13 Mar 2020 10:52:28 Z2020-03-13T10:58:39Z194800f3-33c2-4d56-845c-e6b8488324b9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-warns-of-dangers-of-aerosol-firefighting-systems-after-fatal-accident/The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has issued a safety bulletin warning of the dangers associated with condensed aerosol firefighting systems, after a fatal accident onboard a fishing vessel.Fri, 13 Mar 2020 10:00:00 Z2020-03-13T10:00:10Zc784450a-fe8d-4b67-bb4b-8a0755edbcc5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rever-backs-down-over-compulsory-redundancies/Nautilus industrial organisers representing members employed on Rever Sapphire which is due to be cold stacked by the company, have negotiated a successful voluntary redundancy (VR) scheme to minimise compulsory redundancies.Fri, 13 Mar 2020 08:00:00 Z2020-03-13T11:58:51Zd7ba919f-f410-4ebe-a022-f59e40410e45https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/red-funnel-signs-women-in-maritime-pledge/Isle of White ferry operator Red Funnel has signed the Women in Maritime pledge, saying it intends to achieve chartership by June 2020.Fri, 13 Mar 2020 08:00:00 Z2020-03-13T13:39:14Zbac926e8-64b7-4b00-a657-f11dd3e8693ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-steps-in-as-carnival-grounds-princess-cruises-fleet-for-60-days/Nautilus officials have stepped in to help members employed by Princess Cruises following its fleet suspension announcement on Thursday. Owner Carnival Corporation grounded its Princess Cruises fleet for 60 days to halt the spread of Covid-19.Thu, 12 Mar 2020 15:49:47 Z2020-05-12T11:44:16Zb3fcff39-d75d-478c-a988-79ab5e11e977https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/viking-cruises-crew-must-be-paid-despite-fleet-suspension/Nautilus members working for Viking Cruises must be paid according to their contracts despite the company grounding its ocean and river voyages over the Covid-19 outbreak.Thu, 12 Mar 2020 15:47:41 Z2020-03-12T16:18:14Z7b88ebf7-e9ac-4718-8a53-104590d6d1b7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nine-italian-ferry-crew-quarantined-after-passenger-tests-positive-for-covid19/Nine crew members onboard Grandi Navi Veloci's (GNV) ferry Majestic were quarantined after a passenger on a ferry they had previously been working on tested positive for Covid-19 coronavirus.Thu, 12 Mar 2020 13:26:34 Z2020-03-12T13:30:27Z0607368e-cc78-4c5e-8d72-0e25fdaad66chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/chinese-shipowners-seek-sulphur-cap-suspension-over-coronavirus/The China Shipowners' Association (CSA) has urgently called for suspension of the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) global sulphur cap in local waters, as its shipping and logistics supply chain struggles to cope with the impact of the Covid-19 coronavirus outbreak.Thu, 12 Mar 2020 12:03:05 Z2020-03-12T12:06:56Z7c827a7a-3c68-4acc-9576-de9630ff04b1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/deepocean-rebuffs-further-subsea-pay-increases/Nautilus International's efforts with its joint negotiating partner, the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) union, to secure an improved pay settlement over and above the 2% already awarded at DeepOcean have stalled.Thu, 12 Mar 2020 11:57:46 Z2020-03-12T12:12:52Z584e9df7-8d72-4bec-8ad6-724cea12e43ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/russia-orders-disinfection-of-ships/Russia has ordered the mandatory disinfection of ships from Iran, Italy and South Korea, arriving at the Black Sea ports of Novorossiysk and the Yuzhnaya Ozereyevka, because of the coronavirus outbreak.Thu, 12 Mar 2020 11:45:07 Z2020-03-12T11:49:51Z8745c9c3-653a-4e10-a5a6-0df02a04cf32https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-create-new-partnerships-at-offshore-service-provider-james-fishers/Following the successful transfer via TUPE of Raleigh Fisher oil tanker crew to UK offshore service provider James Fishers (JFS) from Maersk in 2019, a new joint Partnership at Work (PAW) has been set up on the tanker Raleigh Fisher.Thu, 12 Mar 2020 11:41:23 Z2020-03-12T12:27:30Z7fed132e-5ccd-4f58-af92-e5d315c30c07https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-to-revise-diving-safety-guidelines/The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has given the go ahead to revise and update its commercial diving safety codes and guidelines.Thu, 12 Mar 2020 10:38:34 Z2020-03-12T11:01:12Z8a082c05-9100-4e44-a1f0-313a3e21edd5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/crew-stuck-onboard-due-to-covid-19-can-revalidate-uk-certificate-of-competency-online/The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) will revalidate UK Certificates of Competency (CoC) when a seafarer is unable to disembark a vessel due to Covid-19 restrictions.Wed, 11 Mar 2020 16:24:30 Z2021-01-22T00:19:00Zdede255e-4abf-45dd-9806-e25fb4d9e7b8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/crew-from-15-countries-banned-from-energy-major-vessels/A global energy major has banned seafarers from 15 countries from joining its oil and gas tanker fleet as part of its Covid-19 coronavirus containment strategy.Wed, 11 Mar 2020 15:27:52 Z2020-03-11T15:59:56Z0561d634-b39d-4433-b82d-3b79d852dc48https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ilo-gives-green-light-for-covid-19-crew-annual-leave-exemptions/The International Labour Office has given the green light for flag states to forgo Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) annual leave entitlements for crew due to Covid-19 coronavirus containment restrictions.Wed, 11 Mar 2020 15:25:45 Z2021-01-22T00:29:19Zec0aa854-f176-4f0c-8b5b-6edc761ad419https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/shoring-up-your-future-with-a-new-coming-ashore-scheme/A Nautilus-endorsed advice scheme called Coming Ashore has just been launched by the Marine Society , offering Merchant Navy seafarers support with a move into a different career.Wed, 11 Mar 2020 15:09:28 Z2020-03-15T14:06:04Z4a1a80c7-5a7d-4d5b-8572-82fd5fca700dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/etf-plans-solidarity-video-campaign-for-international-workers-day/The European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) is calling on union members to lend their voices to a video of 'solidarity', to mark International Workers’ Day on 1 May 2020.Wed, 11 Mar 2020 08:00:00 Z2020-03-11T08:00:30Z95c17fb4-e960-4500-a65c-d58890f09173https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ppe-help-or-hazard-the-researchers-investigating-whether-wrong-size-personal-protective-equipment-is-putting-seafarers-at-risk/Nautilus is encouraging members to take part in Solent University research to uncover the dangers of poorly-fitting personal protective equipmentTue, 10 Mar 2020 17:07:00 Z2023-03-15T18:01:55Z345d744a-951d-4ee4-97dd-ff5d111e1585https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/finnish-engineers-association-joins-nautilus-federation/The Nautilus Federation was joined by a new affiliate in February the Finnish Engineers' Association (FEA).Tue, 10 Mar 2020 13:34:23 Z2020-03-10T13:50:27Z6e0a156d-19de-4271-94e3-8d77421a0cafhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-committees-who-care-a-look-at-britains-port-welfare-committees/Port welfare committees have been coordinating support services for seafarers in UK ports for over seven decades. Andrew Linington explores the past, present and future of a British institution that is now being successfully emulated in other countriesTue, 10 Mar 2020 12:43:58 Z2020-03-10T13:30:16Zf3087700-0736-45b9-a7e9-bfc37a18768bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/waves-of-change-glimpsed-for-skills-at-sea/Technological change could lead to a renaissance in European seafaring – if we prepare now. A session at the 2020 European Shipping Week explored how the EU-funded SkillSea project aims to future-proof European training and educationTue, 10 Mar 2020 12:31:19 Z2020-07-17T15:06:52Z62c6842a-be0f-42cc-8e26-79d10aa39889https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/working-together-on-skills-training/Britain may be leaving the EU, but British shipping will continue with many partnerships in Europe – aided of course by transboundary union Nautilus International.Tue, 10 Mar 2020 12:28:44 Z2020-07-17T15:10:00Zd68437c2-eccd-48b6-99a7-af1996862e6ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-hospital-society-appoints-new-ceo/Maritime welfare charity The Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS) has appointed a new Chief Executive Officer, Sandra Welch, formerly Chief Operating Officer at the Sailors' Society.Tue, 10 Mar 2020 11:45:38 Z2020-10-16T14:55:40Z802a27a4-ecc5-4067-8cef-7cc1dd5e6d90https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/red-funnel-welcomes-new-operations-director/Isle of Wight ferry company Red Funnel has announced the appointment of Leanna Lakes as its new Operations Director with immediate effect.Tue, 10 Mar 2020 11:27:52 Z2020-03-10T11:33:00Zed65b0dc-e5f3-4e5d-805e-96a15b349794https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-hr-conference-hits-london-in-may/Maritime HR Conference hits London in MayTue, 10 Mar 2020 08:30:00 Z2020-03-10T11:30:21Z1eca4b31-b850-43e7-b4c9-5c1220e88051https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/speeches/international-womens-day-equality-essential-for-solving-economic-problems/International Women's Day speech by Nautilus executive officer Sascha Meijer, at the Union's annual digital women's day lunch Monday 9 March 2020Mon, 09 Mar 2020 16:37:12 Z2021-01-24T14:35:55Zea57d5fd-ec34-4c73-acd1-da19e0b6b6eahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-back-ilo-convention-against-violence-and-harassment/Nautilus has joined international unions in urging governments to adopt the International Labour Organisation's (ILO) historic Convention 190, which commits countries to a world of work free from harassment and violence.Mon, 09 Mar 2020 16:13:27 Z2020-03-09T16:20:46Z747dbc92-9c8a-4d16-8e2e-be2ccaec39aehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/equality-is-essential-for-solving-economic-problems/Nautilus International has supported International Women's Day with a digital lunch connecting staff across three branches where they reflected on gender equality progress in maritime.Mon, 09 Mar 2020 15:59:13 Z2020-03-09T16:54:56Z9d05ed14-0df7-4650-99ec-ffd1c9a06a73https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-campaign-aims-to-inspire-girls-to-choose-maritime-and-stem-careers/Maritime UK and its Women in Maritime Taskforce have joined forces with Women in Science and Engineering to share a new digital resource aimed at inspiring the next generation of young womenMon, 09 Mar 2020 14:04:53 Z2024-01-08T17:29:24Z488a1a1e-37cd-4b77-90e4-1ccfc3fb38c4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maersk-tankers-pay-offer-accepted/Nautilus International Members serving on Maersk Tankers and employed by Maersk Tankers Singapore Pte Ltd, have accepted the company’s 1% pay offer for 2020Fri, 06 Mar 2020 15:49:27 Z2020-03-06T15:56:32Z73ea7dba-04cd-4057-9523-9e1bf8876a96https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-member-sarah-hartley-rudd-engineering-cadet/Nautilus International's meet a member interview with engineering cadet Sarah Hartley-RuddFri, 06 Mar 2020 08:05:00 Z2025-07-30T09:35:54Z1cb62de3-b91c-47ea-9894-54981205828ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-member-pip-whalley-first-officer/Nautilus International: Meet a member interview with Pip Whalley, first officer in the offshore sector.Fri, 06 Mar 2020 08:05:00 Z2025-07-30T09:39:27Z5f283b4f-0c9a-4587-919c-b37da9a2acefhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-member-lindsey-jessop-first-officer/Nautilus interview with Lindsey Jessop, a superyacht first officer.Fri, 06 Mar 2020 08:05:00 Z2022-04-28T09:32:32Z8170db51-e9fd-40df-a0a0-dac1052f6f5bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-member-barbara-charlton-master/Nautilus interview with Captain Barbara Charlton who has combined her love of shiphandling with lecturing over a 17-year career at sea.Fri, 06 Mar 2020 08:05:00 Z2022-04-28T09:35:18Z214bc442-0c7d-4b7e-b96b-1ac96154f1e4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-member-shannon-gray-third-engineer/Nautilus International's interview with Shannon Gray, a third engineer in the cruiseship sectorFri, 06 Mar 2020 08:00:00 Z2025-07-30T09:34:29Z372ea5f4-9a69-444e-a001-f4434146e3ebhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-member-rose-king-retired-eto/Nautilus International's meet a member interview with Rose King, a former radio officer/ETOFri, 06 Mar 2020 08:00:00 Z2025-07-30T09:38:12Zb4921f95-7171-495a-86ca-35b34f992856https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-member-jennie-doyle-first-officer/Nautilus International's meet a member interview with Jennie Doyle, cruise ship first officerFri, 06 Mar 2020 08:00:00 Z2025-07-30T09:22:22Z3c4d598a-5724-473e-bda7-4d1badf6f823https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-member-former-first-officer-researcher-hazel-sivori/Nautilus interview with former first officer and researcher Hazel SivoriFri, 06 Mar 2020 08:00:00 Z2025-07-30T09:18:59Zb45585f4-4033-4110-aff2-d2efcf9449fahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-nautilus-women-cora-bonham-second-officer/Nautilus interview with Cora Bonham, second officerFri, 06 Mar 2020 08:00:00 Z2022-04-28T09:37:52Z0c303b5e-3044-46a0-9ee5-ee0c9d1638e0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-member-chaynee-hodgetts-lawyer/Nautilus International's meet a member interview with maritime lawyer Chaynee HodgettsFri, 06 Mar 2020 08:00:00 Z2025-07-30T09:37:07Z6125e0bc-e82d-43d8-8888-71ec048d65a8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-member-catherine-caseman-eto-cadet/Nautilus International's meet a member interview with Catherine Wannell (nee Caseman), a Nautilus Council member who worked on oil tankers when she was an ETO cadet.Fri, 06 Mar 2020 08:00:00 Z2025-07-30T09:32:45Z6fb8ac58-df49-49a0-a4b1-c7967bf935e2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-member-alix-mcdermott-third-officer/Nautilus interview with Third Officer Alix McDermottFri, 06 Mar 2020 08:00:00 Z2022-04-28T09:29:38Z3ba2b668-3eeb-44e0-93ec-ab8532dacce2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-member-sam-belfitt-second-officer/Nautilus International's meet a member interview with second officer Sam Belfitt.Fri, 06 Mar 2020 08:00:00 Z2024-02-05T12:36:57Zdbd7ce4b-17ea-4744-8ad5-91186e7252dehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-member-lungi-mchunu-yacht-skipper/Nautilus International's Meet a member interview with yacht skipper Lungi Mchunu, the first African woman to sail to the Arctic.Fri, 06 Mar 2020 08:00:00 Z2025-07-30T09:06:07Z90fb230c-5f73-43eb-849b-62b32f34dd89https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-member-barbara-campbell-master/Nautilus International's meet a member interview with Captain Barbara Campbell on her tallships sail training work.Fri, 06 Mar 2020 08:00:00 Z2025-10-29T16:14:03Zdc3c8cf7-0233-4bac-99e8-a43f13a76273https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-coronavirus-covid-19-guidance-issued-for-maritime-employers/Nautilus International has welcomed the publication today of coronavirus COVID-19 guidance for maritime employers.Thu, 05 Mar 2020 13:00:45 Z2020-04-23T16:54:13Zf5a595e7-24f0-4919-a0b8-3abfe88187e3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-backs-sanitary-products-campaign-at-tuc-womens-conference/Nautilus delegates to the TUC Women's Conference have helped to gather support for a motion calling for sanitary products to be available for free in the UK.Thu, 05 Mar 2020 09:57:22 Z2020-03-05T10:40:08Zfe1b73e8-285d-458a-af12-4e46f3a91d7chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tribute-to-captain-michael-harding/Captain Michael Harding – a former NUMAST Council member – died at the age of 81 on 25 January 2020, after a brief illness.Wed, 04 Mar 2020 16:30:10 Z2020-03-04T16:35:57Z18ece45c-5758-40e1-9823-a16fbad960a1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/remembering-captain-dave-ramwell-derbyshire-campaigner/Tribute for late Nautilus member Captain Dave Ramwell, who became one of the leading figures in the long fight to determine the cause of the loss of the British bulk carrier Derbyshire.Wed, 04 Mar 2020 16:11:20 Z2020-03-04T16:35:01Z9be46324-3350-439a-b5c3-2286061ba619https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-takes-seafarer-training-campaign-to-westminster/Nautilus has taken its campaign for British seafarer training investment to the heart of government at a Westminster drop-in session hosted by Maritime UK ahead of next week's budget announcement.Tue, 03 Mar 2020 16:39:49 Z2020-03-05T10:43:07Zc2db232b-95fb-4142-b9b7-9b1f31dd5914https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seeing-sea-careers-in-national-careers-week/Maritime careers are very much in the spotlight as UK National Careers Week 2020 gathers pace today.Tue, 03 Mar 2020 14:01:39 Z2020-03-03T14:11:16Ze0b3eb2b-2b11-431f-9409-8e0a11616f1fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/face-of-nautilus-fraser-matthew-council-member/Face of Nautilus: Fraser Matthew, Council memberTue, 03 Mar 2020 11:32:22 Z2023-07-24T13:22:51Z1db82d65-9c17-46dc-8542-385d79280ec1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-member-santa-tetere-third-officer/Nautilus interview with third officer Santa TetereMon, 02 Mar 2020 08:00:00 Z2022-04-28T09:30:41Zad74705d-55e7-4dbb-9d6e-86d31c40451dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stena-line-to-screen-crew-for-coronavirus/Gothenburg-based ferry operator Stena Line will pre-screen crew for signs of coronavirus before onsigning across its passenger and freight ferry routes. Crew will undergo a mandatory health check questionnaire and be tested with a therma scan machine for raised temperature, according to Stena Line.Fri, 28 Feb 2020 17:21:20 Z2020-03-13T15:24:15Z1b2cae00-6b7f-48cf-a74c-e41938d9ecb4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-short-sea-liaison-officer-paul-dilks-steps-down/Nautilus has honoured Paul Dilks, P&O Ferries short sea liaison officer, following his decision to step down after twenty years of loyal service.Fri, 28 Feb 2020 16:28:49 Z2020-02-28T16:37:40Z6f51a9bb-e5c2-4213-9445-d7184f72101ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/hundreds-helped-by-the-nautilus-welfare-funds-caseworker-service/A report on how former seafarers who have fallen on hard times are supported by the Union’s registered charity the Nautilus Welfare Fund.Thu, 27 Feb 2020 09:00:00 Z2020-03-04T15:59:36Zc320a8a2-5ae0-4942-8cff-f6d1215d4e09https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/2020/february/seafarer-dies-and-three-poisoned-by-toxic-fumes-in-ship-off-brest/A crew member on board the Bahamas flagged Fri Dolphin general cargo vessel has died and three other crew members have been hospitalised following suspected in-transit poisoning from phosphine fumigation.Wed, 26 Feb 2020 16:52:28 Z2020-02-26T16:52:28Zfb01b3ad-2a72-429a-82ba-2f3fae1731f3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-for-independent-inquiry-for-master-indicted-in-budapest-river-cruise-fatalities/Nautilus International has called for an independent inquiry ahead of a March 2020 trial of a master at the centre of allegations over Budapest river cruise fatalities.Wed, 26 Feb 2020 16:22:35 Z2020-02-26T16:37:47Zb2c828f5-0b58-49c8-a5d9-01a06befa78chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/council-reignites-debate-over-simulator-training-for-sea-time-reductions/Nautilus Council is to reignite the debate over simulator training for sea-time reductions ahead of proposals to develop a UK simulator training model.Wed, 26 Feb 2020 15:48:51 Z2020-02-26T16:05:53Z30f59291-da9b-4cc0-8119-25d38a9f1ea3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/thousands-of-filipino-seafarers-could-be-barred-from-european-waters-for-training-failures/Two thirds of Philippines maritime training providers could be shut down if they fail a European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) audit, according to local media reports.Tue, 25 Feb 2020 12:25:42 Z2020-02-25T14:23:08Z89223207-91bd-4b63-907e-0013e4ffd6b9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/india-bans-officer-training-academies-in-fake-certificate-scandal/India's director general of shipping has revoked the license of the Puducherry based Marine Officers' Training Academy (MOTA) for issuing fake certificates to candidates who had not attended any training, the Hindu BusinessLine reportedTue, 25 Feb 2020 11:25:25 Z2020-02-25T12:22:16Z0f7e65ff-c94f-474d-aca1-92d07ab9f313https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ship-manager-gets-record-fine-and-probation-for-illegal-tanker-discharges/A Hawaii court has fined Germany-based Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement $1.75m for illegal discharges from one of its vessels and maintaining false and incomplete records in violation of the US Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships.Tue, 25 Feb 2020 10:33:44 Z2020-02-25T10:41:43Z073b7dbc-e412-42ed-a847-cddc8337e3d5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/barriers-to-work-highlighted-by-female-seafarers-at-european-shipping-week/Dr Cleo Doumbia-Henry, president of the World Maritime University, noted that the global level of female seafarers has remained at around 2% for nearly 30 years, hardly increasing in all the time that the statistics have been collected.Mon, 24 Feb 2020 12:54:51 Z2020-02-26T09:24:07Zdfaf1225-c6e8-434c-9bab-7c9c47a7f91bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/long-term-vision-needed-on-passport-to-decent-work-for-seafarers/Insights: Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson's monthly commentary.Mon, 24 Feb 2020 10:00:00 Z2020-02-25T16:30:19Z3c1479ff-5932-4dda-bdc0-9f7f582895d3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/art-attack-a-superyacht-investigation/Unwitting superyacht crew could be risking legal and financial hardships by mishandling priceless artefacts onboard for super-rich ownersFri, 21 Feb 2020 09:30:00 Z2020-02-24T17:10:59Z72b807d2-7885-419a-b328-8917b494e4e0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-future-of-forecasts-why-shipping-needs-to-improve-its-weather-data-to-take-account-of-climate-change/Seafarers have more reason than most to have concerns about the impact of climate change – and those worries are now being heard at the highest levelsThu, 20 Feb 2020 09:30:00 Z2020-02-26T17:07:49Z65aa33b8-6120-4b00-8afe-1284da014a1chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-calls-for-new-uk-shipping-minister-to-safeguard-home-grown-maritime-expertise/Nautilus International has welcomed Kelly Tolhurst MP as the new UK shipping minister and called on the government to take urgent action to safeguard the future of British shipping and avert a forecast shortage of home-grown maritime expertise.Thu, 20 Feb 2020 09:01:00 Z2020-02-27T10:02:25Z2d6c1d75-4a3c-4586-8d43-97e52e888968https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-commits-to-review-seafarer-employment-protections/The British government has committed to review existing employment legislation for UK seafarers to ensure protections against discrimination by foreign companies. In answer to a question in Parliament on February 12 from Cat Smith, shadow minister for voter engagement and youth affairs, now former shipping minister Nusrat Ghani said: 'We are committed to develop the concept of a social framework, as referred to in the Maritime 2050 Strategy.Wed, 19 Feb 2020 11:35:00 Z2020-02-19T17:05:53Za10b4023-b6df-40ff-8272-52cf4621bbf0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-expands-us-yacht-partner-network/Two more companies serving Nautilus yacht members in the United States have joined our yacht partner network: Training provider Professional Yachtmaster Training (PYT) USA and recruitment agency Anchor Maritime Services.Wed, 19 Feb 2020 10:35:00 Z2021-11-01T14:13:38Ze4a483a8-7d84-4e3a-9734-c2cd53202ef2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/another-world-of-maritime-women-meeting-the-female-naval-architects-of-rina/While talented women have been making waves in seagoing jobs, there’s a shore-based maritime sector where female professionals have been contributing their skills and expertise for a surprisingly long time. Dr Jo Stanley looks at a new book celebrating a century of women in naval architectureWed, 19 Feb 2020 09:30:00 Z2021-02-19T09:57:02Zebdf3b1c-af9c-49e4-9384-ad694fba4fb6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-urged-to-improve-pilot-transfer-safety-after-fatal-ladder-accident/The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has been urged to crack down on a dangerous pilot transfer ladder arrangement, that many have resulted in the death of a pilot in New York on 30 December 2019. Captain Dennis Sherwood, 64, a veteran of the Sandy Hook Pilot Association with over 35 years' experience, died after he fell while boarding the US flagged containership Maersk Kensington, as it arrived at the Port of New York and New Jersey.Tue, 18 Feb 2020 14:16:00 Z2020-02-18T09:05:00Zb988d991-3de3-49c4-b3c8-ef75d148164dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/brittany-ferries-changes-ports-on-spain-ireland-route/Brittany Ferries is to introduce major changes to its Ireland-Spain ferry route, with effect from 28 February 2020. The company says its ferries will in future sail from Rosslare to Bilbao, replacing the existing Cork to Santander route.Tue, 18 Feb 2020 10:05:00 Z2020-02-18T10:05:00Z29a99b59-a5c6-4e2b-8d6a-f7c28d1a894ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/from-onboard-to-on-the-board-the-benefits-of-maritime-professionals-volunteering-as-school-governors/We follow up the chatter in UK maritime about how best to improve the visibility of the profession and encourage children to take up careers at sea.Tue, 18 Feb 2020 08:30:00 Z2020-02-18T12:15:21Z8c89de32-6bf3-45fc-a6fe-51cc30c2f095https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-challenge-proposed-redundancies-at-pntl/Nautilus and the RMT have opposed job losses as part of decommissioning plans for the UK-flagged nuclear fuel carrier Oceanic Pintail.Mon, 17 Feb 2020 10:59:37 Z2020-03-12T13:42:38Zb1633047-fc37-4aec-8a14-a332a8938c08https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/australian-union-warns-government-failing-to-implement-adequate-coronavirus-checks/Australia is failing to implement adequate checks for coronavirus infections on vessels arriving at Australian ports, Maritime Union of Australia has warned. Foreign vessels can trade in and out of Australian ports with little more than an email as proof the vessel and its crew comply with biosecurity protocols, MUA said.Mon, 17 Feb 2020 09:24:40 Z2020-02-17T09:29:26Z31d013f7-b25c-4d64-a031-a410b0a8911ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ocean-viking-saves-over-400-migrants-in-five-rescue-missions/SOS Méditerranée’s Norway flagged Ocean Viking rescued 407 migrants off Libya and Malta in five nighttime missions over four days in January.Mon, 17 Feb 2020 09:05:34 Z2020-02-17T09:10:36Z4b4eae79-3d12-41c9-8596-8f7542b5bdd0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/norwegian-police-raid-teekay-office-over-suspected-illegal-scrapping-of-tanker/Authorities searched the office in the southern city of Stavanger, questioned witnesses and seized potential evidence.Fri, 14 Feb 2020 14:58:01 Z2020-02-14T15:20:19Z6e33ef74-150c-4af2-b5b2-35d84859ba06https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/monitoring-crew-communications-has-worrying-implications/New technology designed to save money by restricting crew access to email and the internet, flagged as a case for concern.Fri, 14 Feb 2020 13:34:42 Z2020-02-14T14:32:38Z676da721-0774-4f5e-ad51-2a28c994adechttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rochester-and-strood-mp-kelly-tolhurst-tipped-for-british-shipping-portfolio/Ms Tolhurst was appointed Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Department for Transport on 13 February. Other names put forward for the maritime role include MP for Redditch Rachel Mclean, who was appointed Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the DfT on 14 February. Baroness Vere of Norbiton and Paul Maynard MP were thought to be outliers.Fri, 14 Feb 2020 12:44:15 Z2020-02-14T12:50:08Zeeca357f-d294-4bc2-8f7e-20973920c5cchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/superyacht-cadets-get-ready-to-dockwalk/UKSA, the Union's strategic yacht partner based in Cowes, Isle of Wight, held the first of two graduation ceremonies in a bumper year for the centre's Superyacht Cadetship in February.Fri, 14 Feb 2020 12:36:14 Z2020-02-14T12:39:28Zc0d24cc6-4091-4cfe-a2fc-993773b2c07ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/red-funnel-ups-member-pay-offer/Isle of Wight ferry company Red Funnel has increased its pay offer from 2.3% to 2.7%, making the salary uplift 0.6% above the current rate of inflation (RPI).Fri, 14 Feb 2020 10:05:00 Z2020-02-17T10:05:00Zb9e21570-94e6-4cf2-ae7c-458c82f54925https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-signs-landmark-agreement-with-saga-cruises/Nautilus is celebrating a new partnership with Saga Cruises, with the company entering into its first ever collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with a UK union.Fri, 14 Feb 2020 09:05:00 Z2020-02-14T12:08:38Z32baa8f0-60b9-4d3d-b543-865764e7f6b2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-warned-of-bogus-recruitment-campaign/NYK Group Europe says the scam asks maritime jobseekers to hand over passports, documents and money in order to help them find employment.Thu, 13 Feb 2020 13:09:53 Z2020-02-13T13:38:45Zf5eea5f2-6765-40f0-b353-2cb65e323721https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/serco-to-be-awarded-next-orkney-and-shetland-ferry-routes-by-march/The £450m contract would be for an initial six-year term, with the option for the Scottish government to extend it for a further two years.Thu, 13 Feb 2020 12:28:37 Z2020-02-13T12:47:24Z0da56357-f6be-40c8-b92b-1892f1f50d6ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-joins-call-for-panama-canal-safety-talks/Nautilus has written to the Panama Canal Authority urging that it sits down with tug masters to address long-standing concerns over unsafe working hours and conditions.Thu, 13 Feb 2020 11:40:21 Z2020-02-13T12:18:23Zb143c6d0-ada6-4d80-b5fd-57e43f4243e6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cambodia-accepts-holland-america-line-cruise-ship-rejected-by-five-countries-over-coronavirus-fears/Crew and passengers of the Westerdam were given the green light to disembark in the port city of Sihanoukville on February 13.Thu, 13 Feb 2020 10:50:29 Z2020-02-14T09:24:22Z9e583b57-8d67-4512-ad5c-73823763a815https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/safer-waves-of-support-offered-for-seafarers-experiencing-sexual-harassment/A Nautilus member has set up a website to support Merchant Navy seafarers who have experienced sexual harassment or assault.Thu, 13 Feb 2020 10:29:42 Z2020-03-03T16:27:06Zc6c9b4c2-523f-496b-8cb2-381551ac9fb3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/strike-a-pose-for-equality/Committing to a gender-equal 2020 is the theme of this year's International Women's Day set by the United Nations.Thu, 13 Feb 2020 09:55:35 Z2020-02-13T10:50:37Zf954e12b-a43e-4e3c-b059-550d1f555dd6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-commends-pre-retirement-course/Nautilus officials are now better equipped to help members planning to swallow the anchor, after attending a retirement planning course.Thu, 13 Feb 2020 09:25:43 Z2020-02-13T09:56:18Zf4d47db2-b462-4b82-b068-da151355e9d4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/eu-20m-grant-for-two-autonomous-ship-projects/The EU's Horizon 2020 research programme has granted €20m to a four-year Norwegian project to install and test autonomous technology on two vessels in different operational environments.Mon, 10 Feb 2020 16:23:34 Z2020-02-10T16:37:49Z1c47b56f-1e16-4ebf-a93f-08b0698048f4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/french-captains-strongly-oppose-replacement-of-master-by-chief-engineer/The French association of shipmasters (Afcan) has strongly opposed a government move that opens the possibility of chief engineers replacing captains in an emergency situation on French flagged merchant navy vessels.Mon, 10 Feb 2020 16:15:50 Z2020-02-10T16:20:47Z11057892-d2d5-4573-8422-67fd4d74b791https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-and-wista-international-cooperation-welcomed/The International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the Women's International Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA International) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) in January. This is expected to lay the groundwork for further progress on creating a sustainable and diverse maritime industry.Sun, 09 Feb 2020 10:48:44 Z2020-02-10T16:42:49Z863092c5-8d20-43d9-89d2-b5a7d530fd4fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/danish-unions-welcome-charter-to-boost-women-in-maritime/Danish maritime unions have welcomed a new move by 13 local shipping companies that have signed a charter obliging them to actively focus on gender equality and to increase the number of women involved in Danish shipping companies.Sun, 09 Feb 2020 10:34:21 Z2020-02-09T10:38:56Z9b4c46bf-6e4b-446e-ad28-05bb8dc80bf5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-supports-crew-members-onboard-diamond-princess/Nautilus International, the union for maritime professionals, is supporting members onboard the Diamond Princess cruise ship, which has been quarantined off Tokyo due to a coronavirus outbreak since February 3.Fri, 07 Feb 2020 17:10:02 Z2020-02-07T17:16:31Z80ff0463-6503-4367-95c0-5a8274e22631https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/coronavirus-advice-to-members/Nautilus members will be aware that the World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared the recent coronavirus outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. Novel coronavirus (2019-nCov) is a new strain of coronavirus first identified in Wuhan City, China.Thu, 06 Feb 2020 17:29:38 Z2021-01-21T23:28:22Ze5df80d3-bd87-4349-bfe8-b452716025f8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-denied-off-signing-as-coronavirus-fears-mount/Seafarers who have visited Chinese ports are being denied off-signing by countries fearing the spread of the deadly coronavirus, nautilus has been told by a member who asked to remain anonymous.Thu, 06 Feb 2020 15:44:38 Z2020-02-06T16:52:22Zd3b9f9d8-5d35-4814-9abf-ee1233cbf318https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/vote-now-for-nautilus-charity-of-the-year/Vote now for the Nautilus Welfare Fund in this year's Mersey Maritime Positive Impact AwardThu, 06 Feb 2020 11:47:10 Z2022-04-21T16:36:21Z4270170d-7854-49a3-8e27-8f0b531f242chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cefas-endeavour-crew-reassurances-on-jobs-handover-to-aw-crewing/Crew working on the UK multi-purpose research contract vessel RV Cefas Eneavour currently operated by P&O Maritime Services (POMS) who are being transferred to AW Crewing, have been reassured that their terms and conditions will remain intact.Mon, 03 Feb 2020 10:09:05 Z2020-02-03T10:24:15Z20ab9e79-c1e5-470b-bea0-e610fd6b582chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-excluded-from-maersk-tankers-new-parental-leave-policy/Seafarers employed by Maersk Tankers are excluded from the company's new Parental Leave policy, which gives new fathers four weeks' paternity leave in the year after childbirth or adoption.Fri, 31 Jan 2020 10:30:00 Z2020-01-31T10:30:00Zac282f0c-5093-478c-883a-38eba0c6b1f6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/sex-discrimination-in-the-uk-and-how-a-hong-kong-ship-manager-got-away-with-it/Nautilus International has strongly criticised Hong-Kong based Wallem Shipmanagement for refusing to employ a British seafarer for a deck-based job because she was a woman. Wallem Shipmanagement, which bills itself as an 'equal opportunity employer' and 'a place of diversity, respect and teamwork' admitted direct sex discrimination. But a legal loophole in the Equalities Act 2010 (Work on Ships and Hovercraft) Regulations 2011, which excludes protection to seafarers working on foreign vessels outside UK waters, meant the firm escaped punishment.Thu, 30 Jan 2020 16:46:22 Z2020-04-23T12:57:05Z40aa7529-952f-4c5d-af86-161b4d62d04chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/portuguese-cruise-ship-operator-orders-four-more-vessels/New Portugal based cruise sector entrant Mystic Cruises has ordered four more 1B ice-class expedition cruise ships to join three 126-metre vessels commissioned in 2017 and 2018 to operate in the Arctic, Antarctic, Norway and the Mediterranean.Thu, 30 Jan 2020 14:00:00 Z2020-01-30T14:26:02Z60bd6758-bedb-43da-846a-c9e734b9feeahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/herald-of-free-enterprise-chaplain-honoured-for-50-years-of-service-to-seafarers/The Sailors’ Society maritime welfare charity has honoured its chaplain Rev Bill McCrea with a celebratory event to mark his 50 years as a ship visitor.Thu, 30 Jan 2020 13:02:42 Z2020-01-30T15:45:27Z1cf1c4ed-05ae-4da5-b017-f431d6d060fdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-uk-convention-to-ensure-decent-work-in-the-fishing-sector/The 'Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) for fishing' has been welcomed by Nautilus International for bringing decent work to the fishing industry.Thu, 30 Jan 2020 10:22:08 Z2020-01-30T11:28:52Zfb27f377-9c93-4f9d-ac62-fdad2ba42faahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-mark-eighth-anniversary-of-costa-concordia-shipwreck/The eighth anniversary of the shipwreck of the Costa Concordia was marked by the citizens of the small Tuscan Island of Giglio in remembrance of the 32 victims.Thu, 30 Jan 2020 09:34:50 Z2020-01-30T17:51:44Z15640082-b761-431a-88d5-2f70cad79635https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dead-ports-stop-french-ports-in-their-tracks/Leading French dockers' union FNPD-CGT remains mobilised against the government's draft pensions reform planThu, 30 Jan 2020 09:30:00 Z2020-01-31T09:49:09Z0845e39d-3155-4862-a246-7c3cbe8fa37chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-urged-to-prepare-for-coronavirus-outbreak-after-costa-cruise-ship-scare/Nautilus members have been urged to familiarise themselves with onboard and company guidance for emergency medical situations following a suspected outbreak of coronavirus, onboard a Costa Crociere cruise ship.Thu, 30 Jan 2020 08:42:00 Z2020-01-31T20:07:10Z4116bf1b-bf1d-44ba-b6d9-0bfbb33de964https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-cyber-risk-management-course-receives-mntb-quality-mark/A Maritime Cyber Risk Management course developed by a Nautilus member has received official recognition by the Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB) and the UK Chamber of Shipping.Wed, 29 Jan 2020 16:27:36 Z2020-01-29T16:37:34Z79a33442-2160-4781-8311-b505ac21d573https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/minister-intervenes-in-25m-stalled-maritime-jobs-hub/Maritime Minister Nusrat Ghani intervened in a stalled project to bring maritime jobs and training to the North West during a visit to Merseyside this month.Tue, 28 Jan 2020 16:36:33 Z2020-01-28T16:45:29Z4356e4a6-4f5c-4579-b7a9-78889f544f03https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/communicating-with-care/The Mission to Seafarers is seeking to address the maritime mental health challenges of online communication for seafarers and their families through a popular new education scheme.Tue, 28 Jan 2020 15:16:25 Z2020-01-28T15:44:37Zffc98a10-f3bb-4c69-b621-f1b9c5bf4bb2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/head-of-new-maritime-skills-commission-tasked-with-expanding-industrys-talent-pool/Finding and retaining the UK maritime industry's brightest talent will be a key responsibility for the first chair of the Maritime Skills Commission, it was announced this month.Tue, 28 Jan 2020 13:59:45 Z2020-01-28T16:46:03Zb4ec934b-1d72-4fd1-831b-8af33d210ec3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/european-causeway-damage-could-have-been-avoided-on-december-2018-crossing-finds-maib/Cargo shift and damage to vehicles onboard P&O’s ro-ro passenger ferry European Causeway could have been avoided if forecast weather conditions had been considered the when setting the ship’s course, according to the UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB).Tue, 28 Jan 2020 13:24:00 Z2020-01-28T14:35:23Z33437321-372a-40a5-b474-822f74ea8c6fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/join-the-ljmu-online-study-to-find-out-what-keeps-people-at-sea/Are you a serving seafarer with five minutes to spare? Participants are wanted for a short online survey to find out what character traits are associated with staying in seagoing work rather than coming ashore.Tue, 28 Jan 2020 12:06:29 Z2020-01-28T14:43:08Z90860513-88a7-45db-bb43-cbe71bc9abf4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/picking-up-for-the-marine-environment/Update on an ocean clean-up project #BinForGreenSeasTue, 28 Jan 2020 11:50:19 Z2025-06-17T10:10:13Z712d0fc2-0bb5-4e18-8bf8-23fdc6b78bb9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/calais-reports-falls-in-passenger-and-freight-traffic-ahead-of-brexit/The port of Calais has reported a 5% year-on-year freight traffic fall to 1,813,067 units in 2019 and 7% fewer passengers to a total of 8,477,908 in its cross-Channel activity ahead of the UK leaving the EU on 31 January.Mon, 27 Jan 2020 15:27:14 Z2020-01-27T15:30:59Z7f3ba58a-b8cb-4fde-9c68-083972b4f377https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/italian-unions-alarmed-at-potential-loss-of-1000-tirrenia-jobs/Italy's maritime unions have reacted strongly to leading ferry operator Cin Tirrenia's 'corporate restructuring plan' that involves the possible loss of around 1,000 jobs and the closure of its longstanding Naples headquarters.Mon, 27 Jan 2020 15:02:50 Z2020-01-27T15:12:40Zf7ce7e5c-e77f-4364-b847-f820bf2d3664https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/face-of-nautilus-tommy-molloy-nautilus-itf-inspector/Face of Nautilus: Tommy Molloy, Nautilus /ITF inspector for Liverpool, NW England and WalesMon, 27 Jan 2020 09:35:00 Z2020-01-30T10:25:48Za11d6e09-fa15-4cd0-9600-c66d2b9c5632https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/lashings-of-despair-unions-raise-concerns-about-implementation-of-itf-dockers-clause/An international agreement that cargo handling should be carried out by trained dock workers rather than seafarers is being flouted in UK waters, reports Helen KellyMon, 27 Jan 2020 09:12:04 Z2020-01-28T12:15:27Z65ee5a1c-ec2c-4bdb-9427-58feb41f8546https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/long-awaited-new-safety-guidance-on-ro-ro-vessels-launched/New guidelines on ro-ro vessel deck safety – which Nautilus helped to draw up – were announced at a workshop held at the UK Chamber of Shipping in London this week.Fri, 24 Jan 2020 14:56:43 Z2020-01-24T15:22:00Z0d3c2069-e1a2-4af9-b993-8305a2158528https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-industry-urged-to-heed-itf-safety-guidance-on-coronavirus/Seafarers have been advised to familiarise themselves with new global guidance on the fast-spreading coronavirus, which has created a containment lockdown in central China and prevented some ships from calling at major trade hub WuhanFri, 24 Jan 2020 11:40:20 Z2020-01-24T12:06:45Z9a96f7de-76ad-46cd-8f2d-e9062c03a5a8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wightlink-launches-isle-of-wight-schools-partnership/Nautilus members working for UK ferry operator Wightlink will have the chance to promote maritime careers to Isle of Wight children under a new partnership arrangement with the primary schools closest to the island's three Wightlink terminals.Fri, 24 Jan 2020 09:00:00 Z2020-01-24T09:00:11Ze5ef197f-d0c1-4f29-969d-be217de2d8f7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/volunteer-this-year-with-careers-at-sea-ambassadors/Do something great for the maritime community in 2020 by signing up to the Careers at Sea Ambassadors scheme. Rachel Gurnett of the Merchant Navy Training Board explains.Fri, 24 Jan 2020 09:00:00 Z2020-12-21T13:36:39Za7d21b70-c92a-4fd6-b964-99eb86cf5cf0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/facing-down-the-enemy-in-the-first-world-war/In October 1917, the British cargo steamer Baron Balfour was torpedoed by a German submarine off the Russian coast. Charles Scott was an engineer onboard the vessel and wrote an account of the voyage. His grandson, John Peterson, hopes the article might raise awareness of the risks that merchant seafarers faced then, and continue to face now, and encourage some contributions to the charities that work on their behalfThu, 23 Jan 2020 14:21:56 Z2020-01-23T15:35:48Z97a79d1a-be69-48c7-ba81-945c088d0761https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-holds-hormuz-risk-rating-steady/The UK has kept its risk rating steady for maritime operations in the Strait of Hormuz.Thu, 23 Jan 2020 14:15:57 Z2020-01-23T14:38:56Z65119be2-dc2b-4f74-8247-b5adc1e985bahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/cyber-defence-how-a-new-workbook-aims-to-help-seafarers-tackle-tech-attacks/Cyber defence – how a new workbook aims to help seafarers tackle tech attacksThu, 23 Jan 2020 10:17:51 Z2020-01-29T16:54:47Z26396602-26b4-4324-8911-dd19387b1a71https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-long-tail-of-convenience/Insights: Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson's monthly commentary.Wed, 22 Jan 2020 15:50:00 Z2020-01-23T14:02:26Z29a81aa3-a169-4c83-8f33-b3a39555ac61https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/australian-maritime-industry-rallies-emergency-response-to-bushfire-crisis/Nautilus Federation affiliate Union, the Australian Institute of Marine and Power Engineers' (AIMPE) federal secretary Martin Byrne hails the significant maritime response to the bushfire crisis in several coastal locations.Wed, 22 Jan 2020 14:03:16 Z2020-01-24T10:26:14Z9669305a-25b1-4e45-b983-6f3865062ee8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/safety-in-numbers-the-latest-digest-of-european-maritime-casualty-figures/Overview of the latest European maritime casualty figures investigated by the European Maritime Safety Agency.Wed, 22 Jan 2020 11:29:16 Z2020-01-24T13:55:38Zbcac7696-de18-4cd2-8031-886bbf9bfbb7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-detains-foreign-flagged-ships-after-failing-port-state-control-inspections/The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) detained three foreign flagged ships in December after failing port state control (PSC) inspections.Wed, 22 Jan 2020 10:00:00 Z2020-08-21T15:36:48Z283020d2-2f69-4c3a-b192-c3b1e2fd5ec0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/what-to-see-in-a-sea-cv-expert-job-advice-for-nautilus-members/Ahead of the latest free CV advice webinar for Nautilus members, Alistair Morris of CV & Interview Advisors shares some words of wisdomWed, 22 Jan 2020 09:49:00 Z2020-01-22T11:00:26Z1d83a60b-0812-4ab5-a515-d32761027659https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/stenas-new-generation-ro-pax-makes-waves-on-holyheaddublin-route/The first of three new Stena sisterships entered service on the Irish Sea last month, representing a significant boost to UK ferry capacity – with one extra deck officer for each watch improving employment opportunities for Nautilus members. But concerns remain about Stena's choice of flag for the vessels.Tue, 21 Jan 2020 15:05:27 Z2020-01-23T16:08:30Z81125c14-fe8c-4ed9-8596-3e57ffb99364https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/tug-captains-union-renews-action-over-panama-canal-safety/Tug captains' union UCOC accuses Panama Canal officials of orchestrating a campaign against members for speaking up about serious safety concerns at the expanded Canal.Tue, 21 Jan 2020 10:50:16 Z2020-01-22T14:32:13Z0889b1ca-0bb8-47ad-a79a-8feb415e3013https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/multi-year-pay-deal-hammered-out-with-isle-of-man-steam-packet-company/Members working for Manx Sea Transport (Guernsey), serving on Isle of Man Steam Packet Company vessels, accept a multi-year above Retail Price Index (RPI) pay deal from management.Tue, 21 Jan 2020 09:42:41 Z2024-01-24T15:33:49Zaf6fb0e2-3d01-4741-b692-094633f69045https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wightlink-members-push-for-pensions-talks-as-five-year-pay-deal-is-accepted/Union members employed by the Wightlink ferry company have voted overwhelmingly to accept its front-loaded, 1% above Retail Price Index (RPI) pay award spread over five years. That means an effective rise of 2.4% from 1 January 2020 (year one).Tue, 21 Jan 2020 09:00:00 Z2020-01-21T09:25:38Zb08131db-5744-4985-85aa-2d36bb88114chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/marad-alert-gulf-of-guinea-kidnappings/The US Maritime Administration (MARAD) has issued an alert over piracy in the Gulf of Guinea, which remains a 'significant threat' to US flagged operators.Mon, 20 Jan 2020 10:09:03 Z2020-01-21T09:38:58Z988af169-bc22-4c43-a8d6-b6590a69db97https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/blow-the-january-blues-away-this-blue-monday/Shipping companies and employers within the maritime industry should pay closer attention to the mental wellbeing of their workers today, with 20 January dubbed 'Blue Monday' – the most depressing day of the yearMon, 20 Jan 2020 09:01:00 Z2020-01-20T10:47:25Z954e1774-52db-492b-8528-4afa532af089https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-caseworkers-claim-90k-compensation-for-asbestos-victims/Two Mariners' Park residents have received close to £90,000 in compensation for asbestos-related diseases with support from the Nautilus Welfare Fund Caseworker service.Mon, 20 Jan 2020 09:00:00 Z2020-01-21T14:05:53Z5d52628b-164d-4e53-b942-fdfe450b5e80https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sale-of-much-loved-wallasey-landmark-makes-way-for-seafarer-retirement-complex/The future of a much-loved Wallasey landmark, Gibson House, has been secured with its sale to property developers Prospect Capital.Mon, 20 Jan 2020 09:00:00 Z2020-01-21T10:05:37Z39292fd1-1377-4e0a-a620-a1b53b2e20a9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/scottish-yard-criticised-for-overdue-over-budget-duel-fuel-ferries/Ferguson Marine management blamed for the delay and spiralling cost of two new 102m CalMac vessels.Fri, 17 Jan 2020 12:40:41 Z2020-01-17T12:56:45Zc53c4e8a-e058-4dd7-bc95-961fbb33cfdbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-lobbied-over-fair-treatment-for-seafarers-in-alleged-criminalisation-cases/Major shipping nations and organisations have submitted a paper to the International Maritime Organization calling for the development of new guidelines.Fri, 17 Jan 2020 12:03:31 Z2020-01-20T17:39:59Zd50abbd3-e021-4965-8a82-e311c272a72fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-global-port-chaplains-directory-launched-in-centenary-year/Welfare charity Stella Maris – Apostleship of the Sea – has launched a new version of its global port chaplains’ directory for seafarers in its centenary year.Fri, 17 Jan 2020 11:30:25 Z2021-11-23T12:13:32Z0aaa39e7-6ad1-4189-b7da-5a33799208c4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-charity-shortlisted-for-mersey-maritime-awards/The Nautilus Welfare Fund, which runs Mariners' Park retirement estate in Wallasey, has been shortlisted for a prestigious industry award.Fri, 17 Jan 2020 11:05:10 Z2020-01-17T14:20:56Z0d2c9294-ebdd-4cd2-8945-6f02388d4e36https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unpaid-wages-tops-member-complaints/Unpaid wages topped the list of most reported complaints by Nautilus members to its free round-the-clock emergency helpline in 2019.Thu, 16 Jan 2020 14:52:22 Z2020-01-16T15:06:24Z86c26e56-e37c-4f3f-a1f8-2917fdc0ec10https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dockers-clause-takes-effect-amid-shipping-companies-last-ditch-protests/Efforts by European feeder and shortsea shipping companies to challenge the new 'Dockers Clause' that came into effect at the beginning of 2020 have been condemned by unions, which have set up an international legal taskforce to ensure the clause is globally implemented.Thu, 16 Jan 2020 14:04:04 Z2020-01-16T14:46:35Z467d7669-d134-40a2-be38-5a31a16773d0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/one-dead-five-hospitalised-after-drinking-cleaning-fluid-on-boskalis-fpso/The incident happened as the vessel was in transit from China to Brazil, towed by the semi-submersible heavy lift transport ship Boka Vanguard.Thu, 16 Jan 2020 13:34:14 Z2020-01-16T13:58:36Ze005d3ab-2268-4ce7-87ec-831f559b9f9bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/french-ports-blockaded-in-pensions-reform-standoff/Seven ports facing ongoing disruption after dockers voted to intensify their protests.Thu, 16 Jan 2020 13:07:31 Z2020-01-29T10:21:36Zc919e31f-41c9-4756-b0ea-29579ac60938https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ferries-at-anchor-as-france-corsica-strikes-continue/Union action blockades ferries owned by La Méridionale and rival firm Corsica Linea.Thu, 16 Jan 2020 12:46:48 Z2020-01-16T13:01:35Z8c008cbd-446a-4d24-b5ff-2e711d0f925ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-cancels-alert-on-iranian-maritime-threats/US authorities have cancelled a security alert to shipping over possible retaliatory strikes by Iran in the Middle East but warned commercial vessels in the region to remain vigilant.Thu, 16 Jan 2020 11:44:48 Z2020-01-23T14:18:56Z0e2d33e2-83be-4d00-8624-6b0c4c2ac1fahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/drop-in-to-meet-union-superyacht-reps/Nautilus International will be heading to the Antibes in March, to attend the Improving Yacht Crew Retention conference.Thu, 16 Jan 2020 10:35:00 Z2021-11-01T12:27:01Z6f01cd8b-9a41-474e-b99f-035e2508e848https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ken-carver-leading-campaigner-for-cruise-ship-safety-dies/Mr Carver, founded International Cruise Victims after his daughter disappeared from a Celebrity Cruise Lines ship in 2004.Fri, 10 Jan 2020 12:01:37 Z2020-01-10T12:19:45Z851b06aa-3b6f-4338-9268-94cd476c30f2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/apprenticeship-funding-for-re-training/Seafarers who want to retrain when they come ashore now have another option for paying for their training - apprenticeshipsFri, 10 Jan 2020 09:59:01 Z2020-01-13T11:11:21Z21778a9e-9996-4324-a204-65c210fd4307https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-us-rule-improving-seafarers-access-to-shore-leave-comes-into-force-in-june/Owners/operators of ports and maritime facilities must provide seafarers access between vessels moored at the facility and the facility gate.Thu, 09 Jan 2020 12:56:41 Z2020-01-09T13:28:03Z9a89edea-9c41-4a19-9c5f-646ef018852fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-new-diversity-forum-gets-to-work/Nautilus International has created a new Equality and Diversity Forum, to reflect how it is working and organising around women in shipping and diverse communities.Wed, 08 Jan 2020 16:30:54 Z2020-01-15T14:05:48Z4df9dfb7-d032-4b33-9b00-4282c3a85f46https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maersk-line-moves-british-officers-off-danish-flagged-fleet/British officers working on Danish-flagged Maersk Line vessels have been given notice of transfer to alternative ships as part of the container operator's ongoing cost cutting programme, following an earlier decision to cease training British cadets and switch to less costly Indian cadets.Wed, 08 Jan 2020 15:58:47 Z2020-01-21T09:24:14Z6bea1afe-375b-46d2-a856-826923554ed1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-on-alert-to-iranian-maritime-threats/The US authorities have issued new maritime alerts over the possibility of retaliatory strikes by Iran, following the US killing of the Iranian military leader, General Qasem Soleimani, on 3 January 2020.Wed, 08 Jan 2020 13:50:52 Z2020-01-23T14:18:34Z0388ca05-2940-4f37-85e6-a8b8dc13b081https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/young-seafarers-urged-to-take-part-in-online-survey-on-workplace-issues/Nautilus young maritime professionals are encouraged speak up on relevant issues in their workplace, by taking part in an anonymous online survey aimed at mapping young transport workers in Europe.Wed, 08 Jan 2020 10:50:16 Z2020-01-08T11:36:33Zc52855f4-fc40-4998-8059-3662256ae5a6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-dockers-clause-takes-effect-in-ports/Nautilus has welcomed the new international 'dockers clause' protecting seafarers from working in unsafe conditions which took effect from 1 January 2020.Fri, 03 Jan 2020 14:45:53 Z2020-01-17T11:57:28Z9fc6fe02-8d74-468b-8cf9-21f1498b33f3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/above-inflation-offer-for-members-serving-on-isle-of-man-ferries/Union officials have negotiated a two-year pay deal with Manx Sea Transport (Guernsey) Ltd management on behalf of members serving on Isle of Man Steam Packet Company Ltd vessels.Tue, 31 Dec 2019 15:54:48 Z2019-12-31T16:00:39Zec17af53-bb29-4021-bf31-4463528804cchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/2020-pay-talks-commence-at-po-ferries/Union officials commenced discussions for the 2020 pay and conditions with P&O Crewing Services (Jersey) Ltd & P&O Irish Sea (Jersey) Ltd at Nautilus head office in London in November 2019.Tue, 31 Dec 2019 15:40:49 Z2019-12-31T16:27:25Z7718bb2c-39c7-4657-8926-586c03b6752chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wightlink-five-year-offer/Channel ferry operator Wightlink has made a five-year pay and conditions offer, front-loaded at 1% above rate of inflation (RPI) based on the October 2019 rate of 2.1%.Tue, 31 Dec 2019 15:28:35 Z2019-12-31T15:34:41Z1e56c673-4f10-4fe4-96aa-236b35bff1fchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/success-at-seatruck-on-pay-and-conditions/Members employed at Seaway Manning Services (Guernsey) Ltd onboard vessels operated by Seatruck Ferries Ltd have voted overwhelmingly to accept the company’s pay and conditions offer.Tue, 31 Dec 2019 15:13:18 Z2019-12-31T15:20:49Z79231e64-efda-42cd-b526-64afd904add0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rever-lay-offs/Nautilus industrial organisers are representing members employed on Rever Sapphire, due to be cold-stacked by the company, with expected lay-offs.Tue, 31 Dec 2019 15:00:01 Z2020-03-12T12:52:51Z69b8755b-adcd-41c4-bf4a-70dada9266a7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/deepocean-offer-rejected/Nautilus members employed by DeepOcean (Guernsey) Ltd have rejected a revised pay and conditions offer.Tue, 31 Dec 2019 14:08:26 Z2020-03-12T12:12:40Z9500b8ea-9ccc-47da-93b1-69d587b26956https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-years-honours-for-senior-maritime-figures-in-2020/Leading lights of the UK maritime industry were among more than 1,000 people recognised in the country’s New Year's Honours List for 2020 – reflecting their contributions to the maritime community, scientific research and diversity in the industry.Tue, 31 Dec 2019 09:21:18 Z2019-12-31T12:29:09Ze0e9f8aa-789a-4136-b77e-8b7e4b0a157ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-hails-early-retirement-agreement-for-dutch-seafarers-under-new-pension-rules/Nautilus and Dutch shipping employers have agreed a historic collective bargaining agreement (CBA) which gives seafarers an innovative framework to help them take advantage of the Netherlands’ new early retirement rules.Mon, 30 Dec 2019 09:51:47 Z2019-12-30T15:44:26Z7b073bf4-3f90-4301-85fc-f04f4a1d3209https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/extra-vigilance-warning-for-seafarers-issued-as-gulf-of-guinea-kidnappings-increase/Seafarers transiting the west coast of Africa have been urged to be extra vigilant by the International Chamber of Commerce’s International Maritime Bureau (IMB) in the face of an 'unprecedented' level of crew kidnappings off the west coast of Africa.Mon, 23 Dec 2019 14:34:26 Z2020-01-20T10:00:37Z9660ce20-dabb-4026-9926-f6693ad24f71https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welfare-fund-receives-seasonal-boost-from-the-royal-fleet-auxiliary/The Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) Benevolent Fund has approved a £500 grant for the Nautilus Welfare Fund charity for retired seafarers and their dependants.Mon, 23 Dec 2019 09:32:45 Z2019-12-23T10:04:50Z4e7178d2-6580-446a-a241-979e097fa4cahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/courageous-members-put-out-fire-onboard-celebrity-superyacht/Nautilus members have helped tackle a fire in Miami onboard a superyacht owned by singer Jennifer Lopez's former husband Marc Anthony.Thu, 19 Dec 2019 16:40:02 Z2019-12-19T16:46:40Z5c154fbe-cd9a-41af-8594-277611f5d5f8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/funds-needed-for-next-stage-in-former-rfa-steamships-restoration/Trust aims to restore the SS Freshspring, which has been recognised as being of outstanding significance by National Historic Ships, to full working order by 2025.Mon, 16 Dec 2019 13:25:36 Z2019-12-16T13:36:20Za33b6d62-3048-443b-b465-baa78c71c521https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/face-of-nautilus-heather-wood-hr-business-partner/Face of Nautilus interview series: Heather Wood HR business partnerMon, 16 Dec 2019 12:20:25 Z2019-12-16T12:32:13Z67d572ab-1bd3-49db-ba5e-7ce62330f3ffhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/team-insights-general-secretary-message/Insights: Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson's monthly commentary.Mon, 16 Dec 2019 10:50:00 Z2019-12-31T13:54:28Z3109cd13-69eb-4ed0-b31e-11488b7637cehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/peak-performance-an-interview-with-decorated-marine-engineer-and-alpine-cyclist-commodore-david-smith/The career of RFA commodore engineer David B Smith has spanned the Falklands War, the Gulf War and the Ebola outbreak in West Africa.Mon, 16 Dec 2019 10:17:15 Z2019-12-16T11:56:48Za48e46c6-8a73-484f-a452-af997a3f1aabhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/expert-guides-to-challenging-channels-a-day-out-with-a-deepsea-pilot/A day out with a deepsea pilot - Nautilus finds out exactly what they do – and why they should be hired – on a car carrier trip with a Nautilus member.Fri, 13 Dec 2019 14:17:06 Z2019-12-13T16:36:03Zfd464463-dd02-494d-8eb6-d96b5599cf21https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cashback-offer-to-members-on-new-training-portal/Nautilus members can now benefit from the services of a new website that helps locate certified maritime training globally.Fri, 13 Dec 2019 13:50:00 Z2019-12-13T13:53:43Z5cf4a052-44f3-4347-b5e9-81d2c0b8d19fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/justice-at-last-for-van-oord-workers/Nautilus international has won a landmark case against Dutch dredging company Van Oord over the application of days of leave.Fri, 13 Dec 2019 12:04:22 Z2019-12-13T12:13:41Z15ec6137-a89a-4366-be8a-258b6332040dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/newly-elected-government-must-commit-to-maritime-boost/Nautilus International has called on the newly-elected government to commit to ensuring a strong and prosperous British maritime sector post-Brexit by supporting the core objectives set out in its manifesto.Fri, 13 Dec 2019 10:00:00 Z2019-12-13T09:46:47Z92f51e44-0e85-41a6-8e9d-f070a933792ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/support-for-merchant-navy-officers-looking-to-switch--ashore/Career guidance seminar for seafarers looking to become marine superintendents or surveyors.Thu, 12 Dec 2019 16:40:01 Z2019-12-12T17:01:37Zc5fed401-8758-4156-bb82-1173b02d5ff5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-member-cleared-of-any-wrongdoing-in-solent-ferry-crash/Captain Ian Drummond found not guilty of causing the collision between the Red Funnel ferry and a small motor launch in September 2018.Thu, 12 Dec 2019 16:27:17 Z2019-12-27T11:26:26Zd6e03b26-5340-40fc-a778-1ef7855b67c4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/iceland-bans-heavy-fuel-oil-to-curb-vessel-emissions/The new regulation restricts exhaust emissions containing high levels of sulphur from being burned by ships in Iceland's territorial waters.Thu, 12 Dec 2019 13:36:04 Z2019-12-12T14:16:02Z3465c340-19f7-44b5-820e-53aa5e4dde3dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipping-emissions-added-to-european-green-deal-on-route-to-ec-climate-emergency-law/The European Commission is to add shipping to the EU Emissions Trading System - as part of its new plans to address the climate emergency.Thu, 12 Dec 2019 13:02:38 Z2019-12-12T13:22:26Z4fc00ccf-f0d3-43ca-9fd1-e021d6fb0224https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/bright-future-for-seafarers-mapped-out-in-nautilus-podcast/The future of the maritime industry is the subject of one of two new Nautilus podcasts, recorded at the union's general meeting 2019 in Rotterdam in October.Wed, 11 Dec 2019 15:59:00 Z2019-12-13T15:46:28Zd515dab8-239d-416d-9f32-de4a35a7ebe0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-widens-the-conversation-on-diversity-and-equality-in-new-podcast/The podcast is one of two special new episodes recorded at the union's general meeting 2019 in Rotterdam in October.Wed, 11 Dec 2019 14:54:00 Z2019-12-13T09:24:00Zf7343dd8-a2bd-458b-b714-c8d26c0c1bebhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mediterranean-shipping-company-in-eu-top-10-polluter-list/The Mediterranean Shipping Company joins Ryanair and coal plants as the region's highest carbon emitters.Wed, 11 Dec 2019 11:34:00 Z2019-12-12T14:29:43Zdd1d71dc-b0bd-4d60-b107-5c657871dccbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-member-susan-cloggie-holden-wins-prestigious-seafarer-of-the-year-award/Nautilus member Susan Cloggie-Holden has been named 2019 Lloyd's List Seafarer of the Year for her work in championing female seafarers.Wed, 11 Dec 2019 11:00:00 Z2019-12-11T12:10:08Zab8ddea8-3387-4c21-a4a7-678acc6cd423https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-decarbonisation-discussion-with-environmental-scientist-dr-lucy-gilliam/Transport & Environment's Dr Gilliam talks about the need for a radical rethink on maritime decarbonisation, and how emerging fuel technologies can cut C02 from shipping.Wed, 11 Dec 2019 10:40:23 Z2019-12-11T11:32:54Zb0a40da3-c244-4fb9-a23a-926315022728https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipping-encouraged-to-reduce-plastics-pollution-with-new-glolitter-project/Norway is continuing its funding of global pollution reduction projects with a new scheme to reduce and ultimately prevent marine plastic litter from shipping.Tue, 10 Dec 2019 14:48:41 Z2019-12-10T15:14:49Zac9dd762-16ea-4436-b804-b751902efc85https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/risky-business-how-the-annual-mca-maritime-health-seminar-helps-doctors-assess-seafarers-fitness/Nautilus Telegraph insight into the annual MCA Maritime Health Seminar which looks at the seafarers medical assessments that determine whether they are fit to work at sea.Tue, 10 Dec 2019 11:04:45 Z2019-12-31T13:26:42Z6ed93d23-2c8a-4c89-a3b8-4eb1e93bb691https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/worlds-first-hydrogen-vessel-on-winter-stopover-after-completing-first-leg-of-its-round-the-globe-voyage/The Energy Observer catamaran is undergoing its fourth optimisation test after seven months in Northern Europe, before heading for Japan in February.Tue, 10 Dec 2019 10:21:57 Z2019-12-10T10:47:11Z4f64fc9d-d462-4c13-83b2-cf7d3bf037achttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-heat-of-the-moment-tackling-a-shipboard-fire/A young Nautilus member who helped to put out an engineroom fire gives some insights into what it is like to put fire safety training into practice.Tue, 10 Dec 2019 09:54:46 Z2019-12-31T16:28:12Zc57679b6-2686-413f-90f7-63055c2be13fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/speeches/general-secretary-speech-to-gm2019/Nautilus International general secretary speech to the General Meeting 2019Mon, 09 Dec 2019 16:46:52 Z2021-01-24T14:35:40Z598757da-8e6d-4da7-bf19-be9c972a8f76https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/france-modernises-maritime-transport-policies/Changes made to adopt new industrial and ecological approaches in deep sea and river transport.Mon, 09 Dec 2019 13:15:57 Z2019-12-10T13:49:40Z71250f6b-c38c-418a-8ff0-15810c679463https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/genavir-union-strike-maintains-full-french-flag-and-jobs/Unions had expressed concern that a new operator could de-flag the fleet to RIF, the French reserve flag, with a possible loss of jobs.Mon, 09 Dec 2019 12:51:56 Z2019-12-09T13:07:31Zf6332ad1-d79a-4f70-a579-a0fa4679c1cahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/india-signs-hong-kong-ship-recycling-convention/Country becomes the 15th signatory of the convention, which aims to take steps to turn shipbreaking into a socially and ecologically responsible industry.Mon, 09 Dec 2019 12:16:05 Z2019-12-09T12:41:39Z5fb880f0-b6a9-47b5-9d8a-a94d3041910fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-shines-light-on-seafaring-santas-little-helpers-who-deliver-christmas-worldwide/The Union's '12 Days of Christmas' video campaign will showcase a new festive item each day that is brought to us by seafarers.Mon, 09 Dec 2019 12:05:00 Z2019-12-09T12:05:23Z71724c1e-b031-4c3d-9305-a24d0a793642https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-yacht-partner-urges-ship-owners-to-pay-what-they-owe-at-next-generation-workshop/Jörg Wendt, head of training at crewing agency D&B services, represented the Union at a workshop in Amsterdam discussing the 'next generation' of the superyacht industry.Mon, 09 Dec 2019 11:52:29 Z2019-12-09T12:35:41Z39562ccc-24f3-4ced-83ef-50760c1cfda4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/latest-gulf-of-guinea-kidnapping-prompts-union-call-for-international-action-on-piracy/Nautilus has continued to urge international co-operation on piracy amid mounting concern for 19 crew kidnapped by pirates off Nigeria in one of the single largest reported kidnappings in 2019.Fri, 06 Dec 2019 16:43:40 Z2019-12-06T16:58:03Z78214624-99be-4fe1-9280-b4970291c805https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-slams-crew-job-cuts-in-bp-shipping-fleet-sale/Nautilus members have alerted the Union to plans by BP Shipping to halve its fleet as part of the next stage of its so-called fleet modernisation programme, resulting in redundancies.Fri, 06 Dec 2019 12:25:08 Z2019-12-31T14:30:01Za888f87c-a30f-4700-b0c6-00c5e07a42bchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ec-initiative-aims-to-improve-seafarers-maritime-english-to-reduce-accidents/Development of the e-learning course will take two years with the effective training courses in Marseilles beginning in 2021.Fri, 06 Dec 2019 10:35:47 Z2019-12-06T11:04:14Z1403f190-75ad-4cbb-aef2-723ace6a2d37https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-updates-safety-guidance/The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has updated its Code of safe working practices for merchant seafarers (COSWP) 2019.Thu, 05 Dec 2019 15:52:35 Z2019-12-05T15:58:30Zea7822ae-c0c5-4a0e-972f-bb37b5ede743https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/new-year-better-career-how-the-nautilus-slater-fund-helps-seafarers-with-their-studies/Head of seafarer education at the Marine Society & Sea Cadets, explains how to apply for a Nautilus JW Slater Fund scholarship and what’s new in 2020.Thu, 05 Dec 2019 15:12:36 Z2019-12-31T13:29:56Z56bf1f2b-55cf-49f5-9be1-6a99772b3b48https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-launches-stcw-surveys-for-engineering-and-deck-officers2/The Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) is keen to hear the views of serving seafarers on certification training as part of its modernisation efforts.Thu, 05 Dec 2019 14:43:47 Z2019-12-10T10:26:02Z9e214f75-106a-48c8-a917-87b23200fe37https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/south-shields-marine-school-wins-uks-highest-education-honour/South Shields Marine School's innovations on advanced 3D modelling in naval architecture has secured it the UK's highest education honour – the Queen's Anniversary Prize.Thu, 05 Dec 2019 14:18:47 Z2019-12-09T15:19:39Zcffc973a-0c26-4253-9223-16f8a2dc3598https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/dirty-fuel-deadline/With effect from 1 January 2020, the much-debated new global curbs on sulphur emissions from shipping are coming into force – and with them come fears of a new wave of seafarer criminalisation. Andrew Linington reports on the potential downsides of a necessary anti-pollution measureWed, 04 Dec 2019 14:39:57 Z2019-12-04T15:03:13Zfe13830d-9a16-4104-be12-62aebc7768c6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/french-tug-unions-apply-brakes-to-officer-cuts/A towing company in the Mediterranean port of Sète has not been allowed to reduce the number of officers on its tugs from four to three.Wed, 04 Dec 2019 14:20:35 Z2019-12-04T14:57:37Zd8093176-b201-4c6e-9f86-b5b9385ccfaehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-to-take-action-over-300-vessels-linked-to-fraudulent-flags/New database planned to combat 'rogue' national flag registries that operate without the knowledge of the governments they claim to represent.Wed, 04 Dec 2019 13:40:25 Z2019-12-04T14:09:47Zf509ed6b-6fc2-43ec-922e-b04603160fcahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/catherine-spencer-seafarers-uk/Seafarers UK is one of the biggest charitable organisations in the British maritime industry – and a major financial supporter of the Nautilus Welfare Fund, which operates the Mariners' Park retirement complex in Wallasey, Merseyside. The charity's new chief executive Catherine Spencer speaks with Nautilus head of communications Helen Kelly about grant-making, long-term strategy setting, and getting past the 'funding malaise'Wed, 04 Dec 2019 13:35:17 Z2019-12-04T14:05:34Za8313f6e-c8a2-4cbc-99de-ee16eb8a8ebdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/santa-sleighs-it-at-mariners-park/Christmas cheer was formally switched on at the Nautilus Welfare Fund Mariners' Park this week, as the annual lighting ceremonies got underway at estate's Care Home.Wed, 04 Dec 2019 10:23:52 Z2019-12-05T12:17:31Z52287829-ae18-4b30-8de5-a766e99dbb7ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dredging-the-bottom-of-the-barrel-on-leave-prompts-union-protests-at-van-oord/Nautilus International has objected to proposals it says would violate seafarer employment conditions for crew working for international dredging and offshore contractor Van Oord.Tue, 03 Dec 2019 15:10:57 Z2019-12-13T12:09:06Zf6fb937e-afdd-48f3-bde9-8cf6ce1198c6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union_secures_your_future/Nautilus has announced its 2020 subscription rates and highlighted its continued commitment to its global work representing and protecting maritime professional members at an international level.Tue, 03 Dec 2019 11:56:22 Z2019-12-04T10:04:52Z02bf9c2a-e8ee-4f45-bfa1-fa04b743ca8bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/hidden-women--historical-research-uncovers-missing-stories-of-female-mariners-at-the-national-maritime-museum/Now in its final stages, a research project delving into the archives has produced fascinating results that reveal the extent to which maritime history was women's history too.Tue, 03 Dec 2019 11:07:13 Z2019-12-06T12:07:50Z7b96d1ad-e372-43ff-9574-7494c3068a7dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-to-host-maritime-surgery-for-fleetwood-college-trainees/Nautilus to host maritime surgery for Fleetwood college traineesMon, 02 Dec 2019 15:38:12 Z2019-12-03T11:02:17Z72c252b2-3f57-4eaf-8123-25d4f3f9af03https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pay-and-conditions-review-offer-of-3.25-accepted-by-members-at-pg-tankers-guernsey-ltd/Pay and conditions review offer of 3.25% accepted by members at PG Tankers (Guernsey) LtdMon, 02 Dec 2019 15:01:24 Z2019-12-02T15:16:23Z662d9697-ec29-472e-93b3-ec7a47b6f272https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-french-japanese-lng-operator-formed-to-sail-with-french-officer-jobs/The new French incorporated company will own and operate a fleet of five LNG carriers, currently under construction.Mon, 02 Dec 2019 11:53:50 Z2019-12-02T12:11:45Z99201ec6-6708-4376-9601-bbc855bc0c55https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/brazil-claims-greek-tanker-source-of-coastal-pollution/Authorities say the Bouboulina, owned by Delta Tankers Ltd, appears to have spilled thousands of barrels of crude oil 700km off Brazil's coast.Fri, 29 Nov 2019 14:33:12 Z2019-11-29T14:59:47Z83631da9-f0d3-4bfb-be77-0b9f72482991https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-union-calls-for-investigation-into-converted-livestock-carriers-following-shocking-capsize-off-romania/Nautilus International has called on Romanian and European Maritime Authorities to thoroughly investigate the causes that led to a livestock carrier capsizing in calm waters off Romania this week ahead of the 10th anniversary of the sinking of the Danny F II converted animal carrier.Fri, 29 Nov 2019 13:51:33 Z2019-11-29T14:33:48Z1e43145a-7495-4d1c-be5b-1bf7d3143b17https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/london-shipping-law-centre-celebrates-25th-anniversary/Some 300 attendees from across the maritime industry joined in the revelries with a black-tie dinner at London's Savoy Hotel.Fri, 29 Nov 2019 13:41:23 Z2019-12-11T14:01:19Z20d618e6-4ad7-43cb-a059-777dea34c49ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-invites-tenders-for-legal-services/Nautilus International invites tenders for legal servicesFri, 29 Nov 2019 12:30:30 Z2019-11-29T13:25:17Z320baf9c-017b-48a4-9e92-f4b1dbf503c1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-coast-guard-saviour-receives-imo-bravery-award/Petty Officer Michael Kelly was recognised for his courage, perseverance and skill in rescuing four survivors from a sinking fishing vessel in November 2018.Thu, 28 Nov 2019 11:36:55 Z2019-11-28T12:59:40Z34b27af8-a9f6-4f27-b448-f2f5790f0cachttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-new-strategic-yacht-partner-and-member-to-its-network/Nautilus welcomes new strategic yacht partner and member to its networkThu, 28 Nov 2019 10:18:39 Z2021-11-03T11:42:28Ze6e1b3b1-1b45-4c53-80bc-fcfcc835acd7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-feature-in-film-exploring-the-future-of-our-oceans/The hour-long programme showcases the work of seafarers and the challenges facing the world on how to protect its oceans.Thu, 28 Nov 2019 10:13:43 Z2019-11-28T11:19:51Zba319ed1-37b5-4051-998d-b27e70174afahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/qatar-to-charter-two-cruise-ships-as-floating-hotels-for-2022-world-cup/Berthed in Doha port, the two vessels will provide a combined 4,000 cabins for fans attending the tournament.Wed, 27 Nov 2019 11:42:27 Z2019-11-27T12:01:25Z480bf06c-e327-4627-8bad-d48d2da08aachttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cycling-fundraiser-benefits-mariners-park-residents/A Nautilus Welfare Fund staff member has cycled 200 miles to raise money for the charity's retired seafarers.Tue, 26 Nov 2019 11:54:31 Z2019-11-26T12:17:22Z7a999688-6448-40c0-8b71-f97fff884901https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-young-members-develop-their-knowledge-of-union-activism/Nautilus members took part in the General Federation of Trade Unions (GFTU) annual Young Workers' Development weekend, held at the Quorn Grange Hotel from 22-23 November.Tue, 26 Nov 2019 11:05:44 Z2019-12-11T15:03:27Z846b5147-c01e-484e-9b57-8fbebcc6f46dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-calls-for-coordinated-approach-to-people-smuggling-following-lorry-deaths/Union calls for coordinated approach to people smuggling following lorry deathsMon, 25 Nov 2019 14:04:49 Z2019-11-25T14:17:30Zf9177ba0-8beb-4b94-ae40-e68cc6df607ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seaway-nautilus-members-urged-to-accept-above-inflation-pay-rise/Seatruck Ferries management propose a 'best offer' increase in and pay travel expenses.Mon, 25 Nov 2019 12:35:08 Z2019-11-25T13:04:25Z676e8fa1-3092-4dc4-9e33-aecad0e6b5b4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/face-of-nautilus-captain-jessica-tyson-council-member-and-womens-forum-chair/Face of Nautilus: Captain Jessica Tyson, Council member and Women's Forum chairFri, 22 Nov 2019 12:57:23 Z2019-11-22T18:13:58Z32b0e90f-a18e-4a4b-9e4e-145140548f19https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/warsash-remembers-mn-cadet-sacrifices-in-global-conflicts/Members of the Warsash Association attended the Remembrance Sunday service at St Mary’s, Hook-with-Warsash on 10 November 2019 to re-dedicate the Roll of Honour plaque for the School of Navigation cadets who gave their lives the Second World War and to lay a wreath in their memory.Fri, 22 Nov 2019 12:37:07 Z2019-11-22T12:53:16Zc9431610-d8df-4140-8357-fed9fb57b487https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/in-memory-of-jean-hunter-proud-supporter-of-merchant-navy-veterans2/Jean Hunter was a leading light of the UK maritime community, writes family friend Joanne Cottam, and has left a fine legacy of Merchant Navy war memorials and remembrance servicesFri, 22 Nov 2019 12:00:26 Z2019-11-22T18:12:32Zdc9af897-e75c-4419-9e65-768e4e18f61ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-latest-race-to-the-bottom-exploitative-practices-underline-the-need-for-nautilus-fair-pay-campaign/Nautilus has expressed grave concerns over news that a cruise operator is offering British officers salaries below the UK minimum wage – exploiting highly-qualified seafarers, encouraging social dumping and undermining hard-won gains in pay and conditions.Fri, 22 Nov 2019 10:16:04 Z2019-11-23T13:02:54Z96d2f131-ec6d-459a-8af3-e302ccd2b64ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/gifts-wi-fi-and-a-listening-ear--how-maritime-welfare-charities-create-christmas/How one maritime welfare charity - Stella Maris Apostleship of the Sea - will be supporting seafarers visiting UK ports this month.Thu, 21 Nov 2019 11:47:58 Z2020-01-17T11:52:20Z9156d6fb-424d-4fd9-95e1-78ba07a51280https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipping-industry-urged-to-act-as-study-reveals-high-levels-of-depression-anxiety-and-suicidal-thoughts-among-seafarers/Yale University's study, commissioned by the ITF Seafarers' Trust charity, identifies the contributing factors and calls on the maritime sector to act.Thu, 21 Nov 2019 11:14:00 Z2019-11-21T11:35:28Z4ae4e60e-2fa4-4231-9aea-ca5d28c9390ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/opportunities-abound-for-well-qualified-yacht-crew/Geoff Moore, managing director of Nautilus International's strategic yacht partner West Nautical, considers the current state of the sector.Thu, 21 Nov 2019 10:28:57 Z2019-11-21T11:01:13Zec2746dc-c2db-4a30-bcd2-e6d7981cd319https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-check-christmas-lists-twice-for-festive-goods-delivered-by-sea/Seafarers check Christmas lists twice for festive goods delivered by seaWed, 20 Nov 2019 12:31:45 Z2019-11-20T12:37:26Z3401a66c-42e2-4528-952a-47a4ea8dab10https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/slow-shipping-no-go-for-imo-as-union-promotes-clean-fuels-transition/Slow shipping no go for IMO as Union promotes clean fuels transitionWed, 20 Nov 2019 11:53:23 Z2019-11-20T12:14:28Z6f7099d9-b89a-4662-9eb5-fc7f5e40c901https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-launches-manifesto-for-a-prosperous-uk-shipping-industry/Ahead of the UK general election in next month, Nautilus International has launched a manifesto setting out the key commitments needed from the new government, to ensure a strong and prosperous maritime sector in a post-Brexit environment.Tue, 19 Nov 2019 15:36:19 Z2019-11-19T15:43:16Z80d8c218-22da-4971-98f9-a8454476b99ahttps://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/publications/navigating-change-two-years-on-a-2019-update/‘Navigating Change – A Review of the UK Maritime Welfare Charity Sector’ was released at Supporting Seafarers Conference 2017. The report is a comprehensive review of the UK maritime welfare charity sector.Tue, 19 Nov 2019 15:05:00 Z2023-11-05T10:30:00Zd0695a9a-6e52-4995-b5e4-4c40fc03e81chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/merchant-seafarer-skills-on-display-in-rfa-fleet-refuelling-exercise/Specialist UK merchant seafarer skills were on display when one of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) TIDE class tankers took part in a recent international Carrier Strike Group logistics exercise with the Royal Navy.Tue, 19 Nov 2019 11:08:36 Z2019-11-19T11:29:05Zc4a9e212-16b2-4ad1-83f8-23e6e52ebbfbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/safeguarding-the-future-of-british-maritime/Nautilus sets out the key commitments needed from the government for a strong and prosperous maritime sector, recognising its strategic importance and role in maritime safetyTue, 19 Nov 2019 11:02:30 Z2019-12-13T16:59:09Zb2730367-2fa5-4813-a976-b0c9d07e5e13https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/peel-ports-offer-rejected/Peel Ports offer rejectedFri, 15 Nov 2019 16:29:57 Z2019-11-15T16:45:22Z57bd36d0-5635-410e-b031-3d754dc1dba6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/negotiations-at-hanson/Negotiations at HansonFri, 15 Nov 2019 16:28:26 Z2019-11-15T16:46:40Zcc4894fd-147d-45a4-90f3-053baabecd2ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-urge-new-eu-transport-commissioner-adina-valean-to-end-social-dumping/Nautilus International and the European Transport Workers Federation call on Ms Vălean to eradicate social dumping in European waters.Fri, 15 Nov 2019 13:52:43 Z2019-11-15T14:35:43Zae3c4831-8902-4787-96be-bc4946ddf4e0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/my-merchant-navy-war-a-seafarers-story-of-being-caught-up-in-conflict/Nautilus feature on the Six Day War, as remembered by member Peter Flack. As the Stena Impero crew found, merchant seafarers can get caught up in conflict.Fri, 15 Nov 2019 13:45:18 Z2024-06-24T15:09:41Z540cb19d-8179-455c-9cf2-14ac0ecf3b2ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-contest-brittany-ferries-new-cyprus-flagged-charter/CGT and CFDT welcomed the operator's move to change a Cyprus-flagged ferry to the full French flag, but say that the conditions surrounding its replacement are no better.Thu, 14 Nov 2019 13:32:17 Z2019-11-14T14:07:21Z815ee92a-c18c-4747-ae24-b4b1aa706ed8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stena-line-members-push-for-pensions-talk/Stena Line members push for pensions talkThu, 14 Nov 2019 12:13:56 Z2019-11-14T12:18:01Za507c83e-16a5-4224-bc8c-823ae6c1de03https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seaway-members-seek-above-inflation-rise/Nautilus members at Seaway Manning Services onboard vessels operated by Seatruck Ferries seek performance payrise above RPI.Thu, 14 Nov 2019 12:00:28 Z2019-11-14T12:13:03Z31943a39-97ff-4739-b91c-52ef269db142https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/industry-leading-offer-at-serco-ferries/Industry leading offer at Serco FerriesThu, 14 Nov 2019 11:38:45 Z2019-11-14T11:57:56Z45499599-453f-4716-b7dc-e0f1c40d88b5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-supports-cadet-boost-at-james-fisher/Nautilus officials have discussed career progression and training with the head of crewing at the marine services company.Wed, 13 Nov 2019 11:04:01 Z2020-03-12T12:19:26Z035d28b6-d23d-42ea-b676-9e506a68273ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/deepocean-revised-offer/A revised pay and conditions offer from DeepOcean is currently being considered by Nautilus members.Wed, 13 Nov 2019 10:45:51 Z2020-03-12T12:11:50Z8bc05ab0-d1ee-47fc-b024-462e2f0acd1dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-and-saudi-arabia-join-forces-to-support-seafarers/Both parties also agreed to work towards the ratification of the Maritime Labour Convention at a meeting in London.Wed, 13 Nov 2019 10:40:20 Z2019-11-13T10:54:39Ze07853e5-79c6-4ddf-9d72-e43038fb7ae7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cruise-and-ferry-crew-unhappiest-in-shipping-industry/The latest Seafarers Happiness Index report, says that seafarers working in the sector are 15% less happy than the average across all vessel types.Wed, 13 Nov 2019 10:21:58 Z2019-11-13T10:32:14Z8ff979b3-04c8-4ec3-aa09-cd9efeaed1bdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rever-tupe-transfer-update/Union Officials have secured an agreement with Rever Offshore (Guernsey) Limited to push back the introduction of PAYE tax scheme until the New Year in order to complete the January 2020 review of terms and conditions with an updated agreed CBA expected to be in place by January 1.Wed, 13 Nov 2019 09:54:31 Z2020-03-12T12:53:12Z54e5b41a-b9d8-4c67-b525-c2a75da3c44chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/british-shipbuilder-urges-government-to-back-new-aid-and-training-vessel/Cammell Laird has asked UK Shipping Minister Nusrat Ghani for support in funding the Britannia Maritime Aid charity via the International Aid budget.Tue, 12 Nov 2019 14:16:00 Z2019-11-12T10:51:27Z46c8ac77-4d14-4bf0-960e-ec2862d66129https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-call-for-urgent-action-on-piracy/Unions call for urgent action on piracyTue, 12 Nov 2019 12:44:50 Z2019-11-13T11:38:23Ze55febc7-50a3-41ea-b377-c0a78cf9189dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-guidelines-from-international-shipping-bodies-to-improve-safety-in-polar-waters/New maritime guidelines have been issued by international shipping and oil companies on how to handle navigating icy regions under the Polar Code which came into force in January 2017.Tue, 12 Nov 2019 10:57:52 Z2019-11-12T11:42:14Zeab38e1f-dfa3-43d7-8aec-9d59d683d539https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-itf-inspector-raises-concerns-over-traumatised-crew-after-fatality-on-dutch-flagged-cargo-vessel/Inspector visits the FWN Rapide in the Port of Liverpool, a month after the accident onboard at a previous port in British Guyana.Mon, 11 Nov 2019 13:14:00 Z2019-11-11T11:40:24Z310d77a3-a224-4928-9a2e-c7e062a8841fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-remembers-uk-merchant-navy-seafarers-involved-in-global-conflict/Nautilus members and staff have paid their respects to Merchant Navy seafarers involved in global conflict at various ceremonies around the UK.Mon, 11 Nov 2019 12:44:03 Z2019-11-17T15:19:53Z08d28117-4eeb-4ee4-9973-5113d6279689https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/italian-unions-ready-for-next-stage-pay-and-condition-talks-on-behalf-of-cruise-and-ferry-sector/The three unions have focused on working conditions in the industry ahead of their negotiations with the country's two maritime operators associations.Mon, 11 Nov 2019 10:56:15 Z2019-11-11T11:15:25Z83491491-9122-4a8e-9db1-8d6e69ee0821https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/have-your-say-in-future-skills-survey/Nautilus members urged to take part in important research that aims to find ways to 'future-proof' European maritime skills.Mon, 11 Nov 2019 09:35:37 Z2019-12-12T14:45:05Z4482a786-b322-4260-9641-8fa985eb1af5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-supports-uk-risk-downgrade-for-strait-of-hormuz-shipping/The Warlike Operations Area Committee has agreed to downgrade the Strait of Hormuz from a High-Risk Area from November 7.Fri, 08 Nov 2019 15:11:24 Z2019-11-08T15:32:48Zcb29ea09-61bd-400f-a080-5e1981b8d939https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/french-senate-advocates-improved-democracy-for-safer-rescues-at-sea-by-non-profit-snsm/The report was commissioned following the death of three SNSM volunteers during a rescue operation this summer.Fri, 08 Nov 2019 13:47:45 Z2019-11-13T11:36:32Z74c1d143-d205-4bef-b107-526eb9d8f345https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/thames-clippers-2020-deal-agreed/Thames Clippers 2020 deal agreed.Fri, 08 Nov 2019 12:25:12 Z2019-12-31T16:03:14Zac8e73e8-8102-470f-bcfe-90c617e492a5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/paving-the-way-for-socially-sustainable-shipping/The European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF) and Nautilus International have set out a bold plan to secure the future of European maritime workers with better, well-paid jobs and enhanced working conditions.Fri, 08 Nov 2019 09:54:20 Z2019-11-08T17:33:17Zb25ccf67-e8d2-4ea4-b1f1-55e3bc7e0900https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-represented-at-maritime-charities-conference-exploring-health-issues-for-retired-seafarers/Two Nautilus caseworkers Laura Molineux and John Norris gained insights into key health trends facing retired seafarers at the bi-annual Maritime Charities Group conference.Thu, 07 Nov 2019 12:53:09 Z2019-11-08T16:11:44Ze45a73b5-5a45-4039-a6a1-a881cab6a223https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/safety-concerns-prompt-french-unions-national-tug-strike/The action was taken over a towing company's proposal to reduce the number of officers on its tugs from four to three.Thu, 07 Nov 2019 11:04:40 Z2019-11-07T12:17:34Z8cd4de04-a6b0-4f03-bcff-e36b4eb1c9a9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-members-recognised-in-top-honours-in-merchant-navy-medal-ceremony/Nautilus International members have been recognised for outstanding service to the maritime sector at this year's Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service ceremony.Thu, 07 Nov 2019 10:59:50 Z2019-11-14T13:57:15Z945069d4-6fcf-4221-98e4-8cb03effc49chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ocean-supply-pay-offer-rebuffed/Ocean Supply pay offer rebuffedThu, 07 Nov 2019 10:17:00 Z2020-04-20T10:44:42Z4e06637b-486e-48ea-be56-91403daf90d1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/loneliness-puts-seafarers-at-risk-of-poor-mental-health-says-study/Cargo shipping companies urged to provide greater support to seafarers to help prevent anxiety and depression.Wed, 06 Nov 2019 13:07:26 Z2019-11-06T14:43:04Z8e13ecf3-fb55-4569-b5c6-47e05f18f16dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/milestone-inland-waterways-treaty-signed-between-nautilus-and-swiss-river-advice-group/Up to 3000 European inland water way workers will be protected under a pioneering new collective bargaining agreement (CBA), signed today by Nautilus International and the Swiss River Advice Group.Wed, 06 Nov 2019 13:01:00 Z2019-11-07T09:56:16Za865e750-bc2e-49a7-b16c-4a1eeb46eb8chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/corsica-french-mainland-operator-awarded-1.7m-compensation-over-ferry-blockade/La Méridionale vessel Kalliste was blockaded in port in Marseille for nine days by SNCM workers in July 2014.Tue, 05 Nov 2019 13:21:00 Z2019-11-05T11:33:36Z5aa84e4e-3378-44db-ae90-d639e65889achttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/historic-merchant-navy-memorial-facelift-nearing-completion/Repairs are nearing completion for the historic Merchant Navy memorial to seafarers in London.Tue, 05 Nov 2019 12:19:27 Z2019-11-05T12:44:40Za7d0d837-9958-4927-bba1-b6dba8116dbchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/india-bans-single-use-plastics-on-ships-in-domestic-waters/The ban applies to all Indian ships and to foreign flag vessels calling at Indian ports or transitioning Indian waters.Fri, 01 Nov 2019 10:05:45 Z2019-11-01T10:25:15Zfeb2d53b-7a2d-4b0b-a7dc-6a943b2537cehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/french-merchant-navy-pensioner-federation-voices-social-security-concerns/FNAPMM says that the 0.3% increase in retired seafarers' pensions due on 1 January 2020 is not nearly enough.Fri, 01 Nov 2019 09:15:50 Z2019-11-01T10:29:53Zfb7395ee-8267-49c8-bca2-4dda392e5dd8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-new-app-makes-filling-in-port-forms-a-breeze/Pioneering programme aims to ease the burden for ships masters by making port administration easier.Thu, 31 Oct 2019 12:42:39 Z2019-11-15T14:53:04Z477a0120-7b0d-42d5-880a-3e0260f1ccc7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/glimpses-of-our-maritime-past-in-the-sailors-societys-200-stories-from-the-sea/The Sailors' Society's 200 Stories from the Sea - a commemorative book compiled to mark its bicentenary - is filled with gripping tales from its archives, from world-famous maritime events to long-forgotten accounts of tragedy and heroism.Thu, 31 Oct 2019 12:05:44 Z2019-10-31T12:47:28Z821753ef-e13f-43ab-aaa9-3da9d9730a24https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/no-turning-back--a-view-on-the-warsash-maritime-academy-move/An Nautilus feature overview on the controversial Warsash Maritime Academy move and how the students are settling into their new home.Thu, 31 Oct 2019 10:56:20 Z2019-10-31T12:02:53Z4a1b9f67-d092-4ac0-97aa-a99efbd9d830https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/climate-change-and-prosperity-goals-challenge-sounded-for-maritime-industry/The International Maritime Organisation 'truly represents the vanguard of global efforts to build a more prosperous and sustainable global future', former UN secretary general Ban Ki-moon tells the maritime body.Tue, 29 Oct 2019 12:57:42 Z2019-10-29T13:52:23Z70944a5e-4f0a-4db5-9d99-b532ef22063ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/european-shipowners-maritime-growth-plan-panned-by-unions/European shipowners' maritime growth plan panned by unionsTue, 29 Oct 2019 11:30:22 Z2019-10-29T13:12:12Z116dc31e-a0fe-47a2-a6ca-2e48413fc153https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/weather-data-collected-at-sea-crucial-for-extreme-maritime-forecasting-in-changing-climate/More data collected by ships at sea will help improve extreme weather forecasts and benefit mariners, a world symposium on extreme weather conditions has heard.Tue, 29 Oct 2019 10:44:01 Z2019-10-31T13:01:38Zf1bdc66a-9305-4e9e-912a-2a71215981e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maersk-navigational-safety-review-urged-as-accident-investigation-flags-dangers-of-relying-on-visual-cues-over-electronic-aids/Maersk Line has been urged to review navigational and pilotage safety across its fleet following an accident last year in which one of its vessels ran aground while entering a port in New Zealand.Fri, 25 Oct 2019 08:44:29 Z2019-10-25T09:01:24Z0a1aa17b-f6e2-4a6e-8275-cebddc35a224https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/Union-warns-Strait-of-Hormuz-security-remains-unpredictable-despite-IBF-risk-rating-reduction/Union welcomes reduced risk rating for shipping in Persian GulfWed, 23 Oct 2019 10:41:35 Z2019-10-28T10:47:31Zc3bf2696-927f-4b34-8a84-3edf717081dahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/brittany-ferries-captains-and-chief-officers/Unions at Brittany Ferries have forged an agreement with management that, for the first time, enables Captains and Chief Officers to elect representatives to serve on the Western Channel ferry operator’s collective agreement negotiation teams.Wed, 23 Oct 2019 09:09:37 Z2019-10-23T09:17:14Z4518254a-4dc5-4647-aef6-ba14adb144c3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-yacht-partner-puts-commanders-through-their-paces/Nautilus yacht partner West Nautical puts Commanders through their paces.Wed, 23 Oct 2019 09:04:47 Z2019-11-02T21:24:32Z46b35923-4206-4d3e-bd6d-2ebd51835caehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/box-ship-firefighting/The International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI) has fired a warning shot over box ship fire-fighting capabilities following an escalation in numbers of onboard fires.Wed, 23 Oct 2019 08:46:25 Z2019-10-23T09:17:44Z84a4c371-2ec7-4b43-a36d-93abab1da934https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/skills-symposium-spotlights-diversity-retention-and-technology/City of Glasgow College Maritime 50 skills symposium spotlights diversity, retention and technology.Wed, 23 Oct 2019 08:44:17 Z2019-10-23T09:01:30Z08b141ee-8455-4c88-8e2f-256d3eb93d00https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/one-eye-on-the-autonomous-future/One eye on the autonomous futureTue, 22 Oct 2019 10:06:11 Z2020-07-16T14:08:22Z04853d11-b4f8-4dfc-835e-5b228b4d10ddhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/your-union-your-future-clarion-call-for-action-sounded-at-nautilus-general-meeting-2019/'Your Union, your future' was the clarion call for action sounded at Nautilus General Meeting 2019, attended by more than 150 members, Union personnel and supporters.Tue, 22 Oct 2019 09:34:40 Z2019-10-22T15:58:31Ze088a5f8-77b0-4eb5-bd1b-c5db63b49ba9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/italian-unions-to-stage-second-blu-jet-strike-against-contractual-dumping/FILT CGIL and Uiltrasporti are fighting to level out the current salary differences of employees on the same grades covered by a collective agreement.Mon, 21 Oct 2019 16:07:24 Z2019-10-22T15:12:00Zd10f8976-c33a-41a7-8f1d-3c02e45d5c9dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ocean-cleanup-mission-continues-with-new-system-design/Dutch NGO that develops technology to extract plastic pollution from the oceans, ploughs ahead with the latest stage of its successful garbage collection scheme.Mon, 21 Oct 2019 10:13:26 Z2019-10-21T10:29:08Z01a5e81a-202f-4b04-b42c-90d883b29eb4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-rule-book-approved-by-nautilus-members/New rule book approved by Nautilus membersFri, 18 Oct 2019 10:47:40 Z2019-10-25T10:42:50Za5c2767d-2543-4260-95eb-a5a08fef99eahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/authorities-issue-lithium-ion-battery-warning-after-norwegian-ferry-explosion/The incident has major implications for Norwegian ferry operators who are increasingly turning to hybrid diesel-electric or fully electric power.Fri, 18 Oct 2019 10:11:30 Z2019-10-18T10:29:07Z5d6a449d-27bc-4407-b643-3915d72b1a46https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-slams-removal-of-laws-protecting-australias-shipping-industry/The Maritime Union of Australia has criticised the government over its ANL Legislation Repeal Bill.Fri, 18 Oct 2019 09:36:46 Z2019-10-18T09:59:36Z6c52bd14-3e0f-430c-83b0-255296b16438https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/super-yacht-arrested-following-member-maternity-pay-claim-that-ballooned-into-employment-breach/Nautilus is supporting a member and master seeking damages for her employer’s non-payment of her maternity entitlements and breach of contract.Fri, 18 Oct 2019 09:23:25 Z2021-11-03T11:03:10Z9abfb077-bdac-46fb-823f-68c7c59c6478https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/first-livestock-carrier-sails-from-australia-after-moratorium/The Al Messilah, left Freemantle bound for the Middle East carrying about 60,000 sheep after three-month ban lifted.Thu, 17 Oct 2019 13:49:49 Z2019-10-17T14:17:59Z4b4122d6-1f33-4c9c-838e-6b9cfa257f7chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cornwall-marine-academy-wins-nautilus-sponsored-future-skills-category-at-maritime-uk-awards/The Falmouth-based academy has delivered careers advice to more than 35,000 young people since it was started in 2008.Thu, 17 Oct 2019 13:05:50 Z2019-10-17T13:36:40Z9f6f04a7-8758-47b2-811c-5c7ea6a5e7c7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/international-health-service--a-new-edition-of-the-ship-captains-medical-guide/How advances in technology influenced the Guide's first major overhaul in 20 years.Wed, 16 Oct 2019 10:25:00 Z2019-10-16T08:57:47Zc72ddb9d-d02d-4e43-a0d7-a9fa591b0d38https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-receives-women-in-maritime-charter-recognition/The Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) has been recognised for its efforts to achieve a better gender balance at sea by the UK industry-wide Women in Maritime Taskforce.Tue, 15 Oct 2019 11:37:32 Z2019-10-15T12:00:15Z04072a5d-3d96-4097-a3fb-865a33dc3b07https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-signs-up-new-members-at-monaco-yacht-show/The last week of September saw Nautilus staff attending the flagship superyacht event of the year, the Monaco Yacht Show.Tue, 15 Oct 2019 11:15:23 Z2019-10-15T11:22:04Z9b47f4b5-ae86-44dd-9a74-8d26aeab24e8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/south-shields-marine-school-launches-new-marine-pre-cadetship-in-northern-ireland/The NE England nautical school is working with South Eastern Regional College (SERC) in County Down, on the one-year Level 2 programme.Tue, 15 Oct 2019 11:04:43 Z2019-10-15T11:18:34Z5c2e661e-82b7-4bb4-932c-bc05caa732c8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-malaise--how-unstimulating-work-is-creating-unhealthy-crews-and-unsafe-ships/Increasingly automated onboard operations are turning seafarers into ‘machine minders’ and are serving as a ‘breeding ground for boredom at work’, according to a new study by French maritime medical experts.Tue, 15 Oct 2019 08:43:42 Z2019-10-15T09:08:09Zd766830e-b111-44ac-8718-28bafeb46bf0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-officials-join-international-unions-in-colombo/Anyone who works internationally must be represented internationally. That maxim brought together 150 representatives of maritime and port trade unions and members of the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) for its 2019 Maritime Round Table in Colombo, Sri Lanka this September.Tue, 15 Oct 2019 07:23:43 Z2019-10-16T13:35:05Zc52599f7-ad1d-4718-ace2-2f30ebda7f20https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-wasted-decade-10-years-of-inaction-on-enclosed-spaces-safety/Nautilus Council member Captain Michael Lloyd looks back at the progress made since he started his enclosed spaces safety campaign in 2009, and draws some dispiriting conclusionsMon, 14 Oct 2019 12:06:03 Z2019-10-20T08:24:49Z3fedcefd-ce2d-43d0-a986-8d4dc5c41a6chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dont-give-up-on-missing-bourbon-rhode-crew-union-says/Nautilus International has lobbied French ambassadors to the UK, the Netherlands and Switzerland, urging the French government to continue search and rescue (SAR) operations for the missing master and crew of tug supply vessel Bourbon Rhode, which capsized in the Atlantic on 26 September 2019, in adverse weather conditions associated with the category 4 hurricane Lorenzo.Fri, 11 Oct 2019 14:49:45 Z2019-10-15T14:11:05Z69553d62-aa78-4f7b-a391-9ce8ab2459f2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/worlds-first-hydrogen-vessel-floating-laboratory-visits-london/The Energy Observer made its stopover as part of its six-year world tour raising awareness of mixed energy solutions which could help clean up the environment.Fri, 11 Oct 2019 09:01:18 Z2019-10-11T09:25:50Z98445d8b-62db-4ce4-8b23-6f8ad3b37b48https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-recognises-excellence-in-maritime-mentoring-with-2019-victoria-drummond-award/Nautilus International member and maritime solicitor Helene Peter-Davies was presented with the Union's prestigious Victoria Drummond Award during this year's General Meeting in Rotterdam, in recognition of her mentoring work with nautical cadets and executives working in the maritime sector.Thu, 10 Oct 2019 19:30:00 Z2019-10-16T11:17:23Z12a25ceb-6d42-40c3-be67-b2e178a1fd2fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-honorary-membership-awarded-to-former-union-trustee/A former Nautilus International trustee director has been recognised for his invaluable contribution to the Union over 16 years with an award of Honorary Membership.Thu, 10 Oct 2019 19:30:00 Z2019-10-11T11:25:07Zc4abbeaa-5069-4f50-bcab-95b3642ce29ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-recognises-former-director-of-communications-with-top-accolade/Nautilus International has recognised former director of communications Andrew Linington for his dedication to campaigning and journalism on behalf of merchant seafarers over more than 40 years.Thu, 10 Oct 2019 19:30:00 Z2019-10-16T12:27:49Z277490f6-5751-4293-93ea-c205dd05e1b4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/lightbulb-moment-wins-nautilusinmarsat-photo-competition/Nautilus ferry sector member Marino Giorgetti's chance snap of himself carrying out routine maintenance onboard literally turned out to be his lightbulb moment – winning him the 2019 Nautilus/Inmarsat photo competition.Thu, 10 Oct 2019 19:00:00 Z2019-10-21T09:48:05Zadb56759-300a-4be6-8cad-a3f7a9aac88ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-confirm-commitment-to-one-global-transboundary-union/Nautilus International members have voted unanimously to grow as one global transboundary maritime union in order to face the coming future challenges for shipping.Thu, 10 Oct 2019 12:30:00 Z2019-10-16T12:28:37Z7c88954e-e829-4118-bf69-b093676bd932https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-recognises-outstanding-member-activism-in-inaugural-general-secretarys-award/Three Nautilus International lay representatives have had their long-standing activist work on behalf of seafaring colleagues recognised in the Union's newest award – the General Secretary's award.Thu, 10 Oct 2019 12:00:00 Z2019-10-16T11:19:18Zf42d465e-fe7c-4eab-877f-eb3b4dcb36b0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/together-we-are-nautilus-two-new-videos-launched-at-2019-general-meeting/Shipping is a global industry, and Nautilus International's support for members around the world in times of change is highlighted in two new videos presented to the Union's 2019 General Meeting in Rotterdam.Thu, 10 Oct 2019 12:00:00 Z2019-11-18T10:35:58Z76424c56-cfa8-45ed-83c3-a08290c9cf05https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/german-icebreaker-sets-sail-on-year-long-climate-change-expedition/The RV Polarstern will act as the base for the Multidisciplinary drifting Observatory for the Study of Arctic Climate during the $158m mission.Thu, 10 Oct 2019 11:25:28 Z2019-10-10T11:57:47Z57bfff26-9dfc-4256-97f5-6b8eb08aaf3chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/search-for-bourbon-rhode-crew-continues-after-three-rescued/The tug supply vessel capsized in the Atlantic in adverse weather conditions associated with the category 4 hurricane Lorenzo.Thu, 10 Oct 2019 10:23:25 Z2019-10-10T11:10:04Zce40647b-f976-4a7c-bef7-c690711c738ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nine-in-ten-seafarers-fear-criminalisation-hears-nautilus-general-meeting/Almost 90 per cent of seafarers fear criminalisation at work, a new survey by Maritime professionals’ union Nautilus International found.Wed, 09 Oct 2019 18:00:00 Z2021-01-19T17:20:47Zff181de0-b03d-4952-8c53-f1a1dfdb82d8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/gm19-gives-go-ahead-for-development-of-senior-eto-certification/Nautilus International received strong endorsement from members today for its work to develop advanced certification and a proper career path for electro-technical officers (ETOs).Wed, 09 Oct 2019 14:43:29 Z2019-10-16T12:23:28Z5ac6ca59-ee9c-4429-995e-744a83df7c89https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/put-people-at-heart-of-regulation-nautilus-international-members-tell-imo/Members vote to lobby the International Maritime Organization to improve the safety and welfare of seafarers, by putting people at the heart of regulation.Wed, 09 Oct 2019 13:00:00 Z2019-10-16T12:28:59Zeb0a8db7-3aea-48ab-abd0-8da870576131https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/trade-unions-must-work-harder-for-young-members-fnv-chief-tells-nautilus-general-meeting/Han Busker, the leader of the Dutch union federation FNV, had a clear message in his speech today to the Nautilus General Meeting conference in Rotterdam. 'When people in the Netherlands think of unions, they think of old men with grey hair,' he said. ‘We old grey men have achieved a lot, but we have to deliver for young people now if we want to stay strong and keep our membership numbers up.'Wed, 09 Oct 2019 12:49:19 Z2019-10-16T12:22:55Z5dfec554-0c53-4019-8400-41221bbe656ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-embraces-inclusivity-with-reinvigorated-diversity-agenda/It's time for the diversity in shipping conversation to be broadened to include all those who may be at risk from discrimination and truly embrace inclusivity, Nautilus head of strategy Debbie Cavaldoro told the Nautilus General Meeting in Rotterdam.Wed, 09 Oct 2019 12:19:10 Z2019-10-16T12:22:26Z7457278c-9a03-462d-9703-eeb564f13d91https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/boxship-collides-with-moored-chemical-tanker-in-greece/Ocean Network Express (ONE) has confirmed that one of its containerships collided with a moored oil/chemical tanker while entering the Greek port of Perama.Wed, 09 Oct 2019 12:10:19 Z2019-10-09T13:46:56Z217c184d-cfe4-46c1-b030-8b696d95a434https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/australia-bans-two-bulk-carriers-for-underpaying-crew/Following ITF intervention, the Panama-flagged Fortune Genius and the Hong Kong-registered Xing Jing Hai were banned for 12 months and 18 months respectively.Wed, 09 Oct 2019 10:35:26 Z2019-10-09T11:48:09Zf0fb6197-8334-4e5c-b300-a668fda886b2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-to-campaign-for-workers-rights-in-race-to-automation/Members at the 2019 Nautilus General Meeting vote to ensure that workers are not overlooked in the drive to implement 'smart' shipping systems.Wed, 09 Oct 2019 09:50:00 Z2019-10-16T12:21:42Z74d1c308-cb39-4370-9d13-62d3bb14b6e7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/global-fairness-commitment-from-nautilus-international-at-2019-general-meeting/The 2019 Nautilus International General Meeting has given strong backing to the Union’s work to achieve decent treatment for all of the world’s seafarers.Wed, 09 Oct 2019 09:45:00 Z2019-10-16T12:24:00Zc83a5ff8-4e9f-4bd3-a267-843ed9660b8bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-launches-new-interactive-website-for-2019-general-meeting-report/Nautilus International has launched a new interactive website for Council's Report to its 2019 General Meeting. The website, includes information on the Union's Strategic Plan, Governance and Democratic Structures and Professional Services.Wed, 09 Oct 2019 09:07:39 Z2019-10-16T12:36:43Z9820c3d0-0b93-417f-ba83-c9963e0e9270https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/painful-transitions-lie-ahead-for-seafarers-on-automation-and-emission-reductions-under-the-fourth-propulsion-revolution/Changes brought by automation and new technology for de-carbonisation will be hard and disruptive to seafaring and future seafaring skills, and the time to prepare is now, warned Guy Platten, the secretary general of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS).Tue, 08 Oct 2019 15:58:00 Z2019-10-16T12:26:43Zb3a43718-7edb-4187-b556-0185bcc4cb2ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/global-industry-global-workforce-global-union--nautilus-international-kicks-off-its-2019-general-meeting/Nautilus International is hosting its 2019 General Meeting in Rotterdam this week, welcoming members from across the globe to reflect on its work over the past four years and discuss the issues facing the maritime industry.Tue, 08 Oct 2019 08:19:26 Z2019-10-16T12:27:08Z975128af-9194-476d-bbe4-78ffb5f2d914https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pride-in-aging-conference/Nautilus Welfare Fund care staff gained insights into how services for older LGBT+ people can be improved at a recent Take Pride in Ageing conference.Fri, 04 Oct 2019 13:12:11 Z2019-10-08T10:29:46Zd73edc53-1097-4bc1-aae6-6e54b2e209c0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/digital-first-gm-gives-you-anywhere-access/Nautilus members unable to attend the General Meeting in Rotterdam from October 8-10 can now follow proceedings on livestreaming via our new members’ only Facebook groupFri, 04 Oct 2019 09:50:00 Z2019-10-16T12:30:31Z70826587-d55a-48c0-8b3b-ffb3af8377f1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pacific-islands-seek-$500m-for-zero-carbon-shipping-plan/The Pacific Blue Shipping Partnership wants to cut carbon emissions in shipping by 40 per cent by 2030, reducing them to zero by 2050.Fri, 04 Oct 2019 09:31:18 Z2019-10-04T10:01:49Z5480fd02-be50-46f9-bff0-0eea905b5ff6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/recognition-for-rfa-crew-relief-work-in-wake-of-hurricane-dorian/Royal Force Auxiliary (RFA) crew, including Nautilus members, working on amphibious support vessel RFA Mounts Bay in the Bahamas providing aid after hurricane Dorian, have received a personal visit and thanks from their head of service Commodore Duncan Lamb.Thu, 03 Oct 2019 11:26:51 Z2019-12-31T16:04:26Z1b851ef4-c0f9-46d4-a0f8-fb64414baaf7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-zealand-fines-captain-and-chief-officer-for-giving-false-information/Captain and Chief Officer of an Isle of Man-flagged bulk carrier fined for lying to the authorities, after a crew member passed out in the ship's hold.Thu, 03 Oct 2019 11:13:16 Z2019-10-03T11:55:01Zf3c79782-2462-4b73-8185-59621d1534f4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/captains-on-rotation-scoop-top-monaco-prize/Two captains sharing a rotational position have won the Charter Captain of the year award at the Monaco Yacht Show.Thu, 03 Oct 2019 09:36:46 Z2019-10-03T09:55:13Ze9021db9-a84a-49c6-bdbe-bb2dc1e915f0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rrs-sir-david-attenborough-gets-royal-approval/The UK’s newest polar research ship RRS Sir David Attenborough has been officially named after the broadcaster by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.Thu, 03 Oct 2019 08:53:55 Z2019-10-03T09:30:14Z7969fef6-2ccf-482c-9f20-1d08321d8cfehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/virgin-voyages-strips-stripes-from-uniforms-prompting-social-media-frenzy/A Virgin Voyages decision to cull stripes showing ranks of responsibility from its crew uniforms has drawn a barrage of criticism from seafarers on social media.Tue, 01 Oct 2019 13:14:47 Z2019-10-08T15:16:44Z7aff90ba-9e8f-4a7d-8742-99508e165c34https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-ship-register-falls-out-of-worlds-top-20-ship-registers/The UK Ship Register (UKSR) has crashed out of the top 20 flags, dropping from 19th to 21st since August, overtaken by India and Iran.Tue, 01 Oct 2019 12:12:24 Z2021-11-09T12:00:17Z814b02b3-82ac-40f5-83db-68007c167b74https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cma-cgm-says-northern-sea-route-danger-for-environment-and-gives-priority-to-lng-to-power-its-future-mega-ships/CMA CGM says use of the Arctic Northern Sea Route that connects Asia to Europe along the length of the Siberian coast 'will represent a significant danger to unique natural ecosystems of this part of the world, mainly due to the numerous threats posed by accidents, oil pollution or collisions with marine wildlife'.Mon, 30 Sep 2019 11:31:02 Z2019-09-30T14:58:48Zf60af2ff-a582-44ce-8216-48dcdff3ba53https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/time-for-shipping-to-place-people-higher-up-the-agenda-says-nautilus-official/The human element is an afterthought when developing International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations, and when the seafarer is considered, it’s in the context of who should take the blame for maritime incidents. This was the strong message from Nautilus professional and technical officer David Appleton in his presentation this month to the International Federation of Shipmasters’ Associations (IFSMA) General Assembly in Helsinki.Mon, 30 Sep 2019 09:52:13 Z2019-09-30T10:10:13Z6011f423-5cca-4f28-97a5-ded243de0f14https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/russia-nuclear-power-plant-towed-to-arctic/Russia's first floating nuclear power plant (FNPP) Academik Lomonosov has left Murmansk on tow for its 4,700km voyage to the Arctic port of Pevek where the 144m-long, 30-wide, 5.6m draught barge-type vessel will replace the town's nuclear and thermic power stations.Mon, 30 Sep 2019 08:43:49 Z2019-09-30T08:49:49Z164af05e-ee7d-48a8-828d-032bebf1b0bahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-welcomes-irans-release-of-stena-impero-and-remaining-crew/The vessel had been detained since it was seized by Iran's Revolutionary Guard in the Strait of Hormuz on Friday 29 July 2019.Fri, 27 Sep 2019 12:47:27 Z2019-09-27T13:00:36Z662f102c-3478-4e79-b171-32e9ad322d52https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/at-the-top-of-their-game--the-latest-recipients-of-chartered-master-mariner-status/Six senior maritime professionals marked the pinnacle of their professional careers at this year's presentation ceremony onboard the HQS Wellington.Fri, 27 Sep 2019 12:24:03 Z2019-09-27T14:02:11Zc223c459-ac37-45ce-adae-1447f58943b6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/hopes-of-a-homecoming--the-campaign-to-bring-a-historic-vessel-back-to-hull/Community comes together to support the return of trawler the Viola, which caught fish, whales, seals and even enemy U-boats in a career spanning over 100 years.Fri, 27 Sep 2019 10:08:18 Z2019-09-27T12:26:33Zb149b6e9-5f1e-4398-a9b5-429186789f40https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipboard-safety-impacted-by-commercial-pressure-says-new-study/Seafarers are 'pressured to keep quiet and keep the ship moving' by ship operators, who don't want to lose income while a ship is pulled out of service to be repaired.Thu, 26 Sep 2019 08:46:47 Z2019-09-26T09:38:27Zfd467d73-0bf4-4c52-88c1-87a047602b13https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/contract-advice-issued-at-monaco-yacht-show/Nautilus has issued refreshed guidance on seafarer employment agreements to all members working in the superyacht industry.Wed, 25 Sep 2019 12:23:00 Z2019-10-03T09:54:10Za99b21e0-b640-46b6-b853-18fa3b6c3d7ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-signs-contract-to-build-new-green-ferries-for-cross-channel-operations/Major maritime employer P&O Ferries has announced that it will be building two new environmentally-friendly 'super-ferries' to begin operations on its Dover-Calais route by 2023.Tue, 24 Sep 2019 13:45:07 Z2019-09-24T14:02:42Ze9c14733-da2e-40e6-a3f3-8766b81a8b7ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-world-maritime-day-theme-of-empowering-women/Nautilus International is adding its voice to calls for greater gender diversity in the shipping industry on this year’s World Maritime Day – 26 September 2019.Tue, 24 Sep 2019 12:24:49 Z2019-09-26T08:47:19Z0a0f3ac0-156a-41ef-a979-3df60642be95https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipping-associations-demand-full-compliance-with-sulphur-cap-deadline/Joint statement demands that IMO states fully implement the measure by its deadline of 1 January 2020.Tue, 24 Sep 2019 11:31:56 Z2019-09-24T11:57:31Z8170449c-b74f-4778-b27f-aa725f4a20achttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/carbon-trust-seeks-big-ideas-from-maritime-professionals-for-floating-wind-technology/A major funding boost has been announced for maritime tech researchers who can crack some of the thorniest problems in floating wind power generation.Mon, 23 Sep 2019 15:40:00 Z2019-10-03T10:46:10Zaa413341-77d5-41e8-841d-74147ae72902https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-lost-$1.4bn-maritime-gva/The UK has lost US$1.4bn in potential maritime related Gross Value Added (GVA) to the national economy over the last two years, according to a report by consultancy PwC and commissioned by lobby group Maritime London.Mon, 23 Sep 2019 13:59:29 Z2019-09-23T14:07:05Z0b09e47e-3b4d-4207-a65d-c0e0e93c1894https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-join-forces-to-force-bad-operators-out-of-business/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson has called on maritime Unions to unite in the battle against shipowners who flout the norms of decency and breach international conventions.Sun, 22 Sep 2019 11:24:49 Z2019-09-22T11:42:42Z219da625-dcaf-4cee-9d4b-869b70379037https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/serco-announced-as-preferred-bidder-for-orkney-and-shetland-ferry-routes/The contract would be for an initial six-years, with the option for the Scottish government to extend it for a further two years.Fri, 20 Sep 2019 12:51:01 Z2019-11-17T15:24:21Zd704e116-4ddf-42d8-8246-a23b95684c5fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/employment-tribunal-rules-on-annual-leave-claim-under-mlc/The UK legal claim of some P&O Ferries part-time crew members to 38 days' paid annual leave has been struck down.Fri, 20 Sep 2019 11:43:06 Z2019-09-27T09:54:15Z9c41327c-39f3-45df-86da-1acd18ee4b03https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-skills-academys-state-of-the-art-new-simulator-centre-opened-by-sir-richard-branson/The Virgin Group founder took part in the ribbon cutting ceremony, before testing out the simulators for himself and meeting crew who will be training at the centre.Thu, 19 Sep 2019 15:01:06 Z2019-09-19T15:31:36Z4f784381-6c55-4dcd-90fa-5274cda6c1e2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/transport-workers-let-down-by-european-commission-apathy-says-etf/Open letter voices concern over the EC's 'lack of ambition' in tackling the issues faced by transport workers in EU member-states and across the continent.Thu, 19 Sep 2019 12:39:27 Z2019-09-19T13:03:39Z09ad4365-2395-4a67-a337-0c1cbc705a01https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cargo-ship-banned-from-paris-mou-ports-over-insufficient-food-for-crew/Third detention in two years for the Saint Kitts and Nevis-flagged Sara after 20 violations found during inspection in Italian port.Wed, 18 Sep 2019 11:13:53 Z2019-09-18T12:39:39Z0c25f919-5fb7-4c74-b47a-60edae41ad7ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-coastguard-rescues-four-trapped-seafarers-from-capsized-car-carrier/The Golden Ray was carrying 4,000 vehicles when it overturned while leaving the port of Brunswick in Georgia.Wed, 18 Sep 2019 09:58:50 Z2019-09-18T10:11:34Zb0b03efd-e822-42a2-a3a2-f8fb2f582116https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/50-years-a-seafarer--the-ups-and-downs-of-staying-at-sea-for-an-entire-career/There's been a lot of talk recently about the shore-based opportunities for seafarers who have had enough of the oceans. But what if you love the sea and want to spend your whole career there? Can you have a successful home life? Sarah Robinson meets a Nautilus member who has made it workTue, 17 Sep 2019 13:51:22 Z2019-09-17T14:33:15Zeb736345-46d5-45c7-ac11-1dddd5626ecehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/general-secretary-takes-pride-in-ship-visits-at-po-ferries/Mark Dickinson and Nautilus national ferry organiser Micky Smyth found members uncertain and frustrated by politicians in Westminster and Brussels, and afraid of a 'No Brexit Deal'.Tue, 17 Sep 2019 12:10:17 Z2019-09-17T12:54:41Z75f32bab-9582-42e2-8700-37abc14c207bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dfds-and-moby-lines-swap-ferries-for-newcastle-amsterdam-line/In a rare event in the ferry sector, Danish operator DFDS will exchange two vessels with Italian company Moby Lines.Tue, 17 Sep 2019 11:33:59 Z2019-09-17T11:57:12Z51eec647-e00a-4b04-a46f-f93b9d0f8ee8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-minister-nusrat-ghani-snubs-safety-funding-request/Ms Ghani has rejected an industry request to reinstate government funding for the UK's Confidential Hazardous Incident Reporting Programme.Tue, 17 Sep 2019 11:03:05 Z2019-09-17T11:21:27Zfc619a35-529d-47d8-87eb-de3740d23663https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/france-ready-for-no-deal-brexit-after-tests-at-french-operators-terminals/Spot tests of lorries arriving in France as if a hard Brexit were already in place were successful.Tue, 17 Sep 2019 10:15:42 Z2019-09-17T10:34:12Zcaf04c45-ad22-4abd-862c-7cebdfc7ad84https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/french-unions-welcome-corsica-linea-migrant-rescue-operation/The Mediterranée ferry deviated from its regular route between Algiers and Marseilles in a night-time rescue operation of 18 migrants.Tue, 17 Sep 2019 09:44:48 Z2019-09-17T10:02:41Zf463c7c0-e540-415e-83c6-7f3f2183f77bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/etf-calls-for-maritime-state-aid-guidelines-review/The European Transport Workers Federation (ETF) and the International Transport Forum have called on the EU Commission to revise Community State Aid Guidelines for maritime transport to make them more transparent and effective in terms of job creation, reflagging, and training and education for European-domiciled seafarersTue, 17 Sep 2019 08:53:11 Z2019-09-18T17:08:24Z6f897750-7b6d-4860-968a-61c8be189cfchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uks-only-maritime-pension-specialist-ups-its-game-with-master-trust-authorisation/The Pensions Regulator authorisation means that the scheme will meet the highest standards and reaffirm it as a secure and reliable option for maritime workers.Mon, 16 Sep 2019 12:43:18 Z2019-09-16T12:49:04Zb3f1da58-5c10-41e8-812c-17ae7ad0b56fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-careers-get-no-10-approval-at-international-shipping-week/Prime Minister Boris Johnson met with school children when he visited the NLV Pharos, a lighthouse tender moored on the river Thames, to mark London International Shipping Week.Mon, 16 Sep 2019 12:39:37 Z2019-09-17T12:20:06Z041e0f68-5a1d-43e4-920f-7524e62b5b39https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/intercargo-concerned-that-liquefaction-responsible-for-missing-bulk-carrier-and-25-crew/Search for the Nur Allya called off and shipowners, operators and seafarers urged to exercise extreme caution.Mon, 16 Sep 2019 11:46:47 Z2019-09-16T12:38:38Z3921feea-137e-4fdf-9d42-1e43953dea4chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/alcohol-main-factor-in-fatal-us-boating-accidents/According to a new US Coast Guard report, 100 deaths in 2018 were the result of alcohol use.Mon, 16 Sep 2019 10:34:01 Z2019-09-16T10:44:47Zb08b1c53-fac9-489a-a8bc-710db369879ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/eu-adds-eight-more-yards-to-ship-recycling-facility-list/The European Commission adds yards in Norway, Denmark and Turkey to its list of facilities suitable for the dismantling of EU-flagged vessels.Mon, 16 Sep 2019 09:32:57 Z2019-09-16T12:50:43Z362d6a51-e53b-4847-9758-73284a01ec23https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/denmark-looking-to-recruit-more-girl-power-in-the-maritime-industry/A new campaign aims to increase the number of women in the sector where today only three per cent of Danish sailors are women.Fri, 13 Sep 2019 13:53:23 Z2019-09-13T14:04:28Z83ca5512-c04b-4fe0-95b3-26356f024957https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-launches-people-route-map-for-long-term-maritime-strategy/The Department for Transport's map is designed to ensure that skills and training recommendations made in the Maritime 2050 strategy document are delivered.Fri, 13 Sep 2019 11:40:59 Z2019-09-13T12:13:35Zf1302f05-a058-49da-bcd3-e8fc969ed286https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-slams-us-plans-to-deny-visas-to-seafarers-on-vessels-carrying-iranian-oil/Criticism is in response to a statement by the US State Department to the maritime industry in August, invoking anti-terrorism legislation.Thu, 12 Sep 2019 12:43:15 Z2019-09-13T11:38:16Z2ea9a37f-117c-4214-970c-235d2c9d10d1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/labour-pledges-to-repeal-trade-union-act/The opposition leader told Union delegates at the Trade Union Congress in Brighton that a Labour government would repeal the 2016 law, widely seen as an attack on Union powers and which introduced serious restrictions on Unions and members.Thu, 12 Sep 2019 08:14:47 Z2019-09-17T10:17:34Z1048f6e3-b1c6-4b43-b083-09c7a85ccbe2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/remember-sea-skills-in-race-to-digitisation-says-princess-royal/HRH The Princess Royal gave an impassioned speech to maritime leaders at an event for London International Shipping Week (LISW), calling on them to remember that seafarers are at the heart of global trade and that basic seafaring skills should not be lost in the race to digitisation.Wed, 11 Sep 2019 13:11:38 Z2019-09-13T11:38:16Z01f46fac-59c2-42cd-966d-c7ad06135528https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-day-with-a-nautilus-itf-inspector/A land-based Nautilus staff member gets a close-up look at how seafarers benefit from the work of Nautilus and the ITFWed, 11 Sep 2019 12:29:55 Z2019-09-17T13:49:17Zbd4a92ab-ecc0-48e2-a358-d628ac8ada36https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/royal-navy-and-royal-fleet-auxiliary-funding-cuts-putting-seafarers-safety-at-risk/Years of Royal Navy and Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) underfunding are putting British seafarers' lives at risk during times of heightened international tensions, Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson told the 2019 Trades Union Congress in Brighton in support of the Union's motion on seafarer safetyTue, 10 Sep 2019 13:16:32 Z2019-09-13T11:38:16Zd1891c05-ce93-4a9d-8e3c-66d9a6ed786ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nurturing-leadership-skills-in-the-superyacht-sector/Impact Crew founder Karen Passman is interviewed as a part of a series of profiles of Nautilus strategic yacht partners. A research-based training organisation, Impact Crew caters for the sector's specific needs.Tue, 10 Sep 2019 12:00:37 Z2019-10-22T11:29:59Z09c44b25-f54e-4a5e-b3ce-fb4550d02a12https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/government-announces-extra-half-million-in-maritime-skills-funding-to-help-avoid-brexit-race-to-the-bottom/Some £250,000 to go to the Careers Promotion Forum, with £300,000 earmarked for the nascent Maritime Skills Commission.Tue, 10 Sep 2019 09:45:52 Z2019-09-13T11:38:16Zab8c6b09-fdf2-46f1-b2ca-a34c5ad85696https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/barbadian-prime-minister-backs-disaster-relief-vessel-charity/The prime minister of Barbados Mia Mottley QC gave a heartfelt plea to the international community to work in 'collective partnership' to help restore the islands of Grande Bermuda and Great Abaco following the devastation wrought by Hurricane Dorian last week.Mon, 09 Sep 2019 14:35:18 Z2019-09-17T12:45:53Za835097b-3139-474c-8650-9482dd3a968ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/Nautilus-Council-member-Jessica-Tyson-honoured-with-uk-shippings-highest-accolade/A Nautilus Council member is among the 19 men and women who have been nominated for the 2019 Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious ServiceMon, 09 Sep 2019 12:20:00 Z2019-11-06T09:56:39Z4244e8df-8722-43f8-bc65-658543a313cdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-calls-for-release-of-detained-stena-impero-following-crew-departures/Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson has called for the release of the British flagged Stena Impero, which has been detained in Iran for the past two months, following official reports that seven crew were released recently.Sun, 08 Sep 2019 17:07:57 Z2019-09-13T11:38:16Zb2b72b81-89c9-4a3b-b4e3-2e858628beefhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/red-ensign-at-risk-of-being-dragged-into-the-gutter/Failure by the UK Ship Registry to boost tonnage and cadets in recent years has put the Red Ensign at risk of being dragged down into the gutter, Nautilus International assistant general secretary Ronnie Cunningham warned the 2019 Trades Union Congress in Brighton.Sun, 08 Sep 2019 16:43:53 Z2019-09-13T11:38:16Zdfe900a8-c57e-4039-ab1c-ca0e0fd67482https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/mutual-disrespect--shippings-bureaucratic-communication-breakdown/Trust between seafarers and shore-based management has declined to 'disturbing' levels, a major research project has discoveredFri, 06 Sep 2019 11:09:35 Z2019-10-17T11:38:23Z3732ff2b-c1e9-411a-892e-5c4914a325dehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/royal-dedication-a-highlight-of-uk-merchant-navy-day-2019/As the maritime community marked Merchant Navy Day around the UK on 3 September 2019, Plymouth had a particular milestone to celebrate, with the unveiling of a new Merchant Navy Monument.Thu, 05 Sep 2019 14:39:15 Z2020-11-13T17:33:12Z60db1c03-9a68-4e50-8f16-24c4dca491a6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-mark-merchant-navy-day/Nautilus members around the UK are celebrating Merchant Navy Day today, encouraging their local councils to fly the red ensign in recognition of merchant seafarers’ contribution to the country – in times of peace and war alike.Tue, 03 Sep 2019 09:44:00 Z2020-11-13T17:34:23Ze34920b0-f723-4bf1-bcb9-268f9cb366a8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-general-secretary-demands-UK-government-assurances-over-no-deal-brexit/With a no-deal Brexit on 31 October looking increasingly likely, Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson has urgently requested 'detailed assurances' from the UK government that British maritime professionals will not be adversely affected.Tue, 27 Aug 2019 12:10:00 Z2019-08-27T13:52:45Zd60abb4e-357b-4c8a-83b4-77c5a9572ac2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-coastguard-urged-to-provide-network-of-blue-light-emergency-towing-vessels/An international environmental organisation based in Shetland has called on the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) to provide a 'comprehensive network' of emergency towing vessels (ETVs) around the whole of the UK coastline, while questioning the agency's current search and rescue capability.Mon, 19 Aug 2019 16:22:28 Z2019-09-18T08:52:58Zbafe5cbf-5b46-4fd4-95f0-6efcc308f6behttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-for-iran-to-allow-access-to-crew-of-detained-tanker-stena-impero/Nautilus has written to the Iranian government asking that the owners of detained UK-flagged tanker Stena Impero, be granted access to the vessel in order to check on the crew.Mon, 19 Aug 2019 13:31:18 Z2019-08-19T13:45:29Z01d797c4-43b7-431f-9b0b-e02bf04b1442https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-urges-government-to-reinstate-funding-for-chirp-maritime-safety-programme/Nautilus has called on the UK government to reinstate its funding of the UK Confidential Hazardous Incident Reporting Programme (CHIRP).Mon, 19 Aug 2019 13:24:00 Z2019-08-27T12:37:12Z3378017a-5834-4042-86b7-94d6ff3d03c2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/french-unions-seek-retirement-age-guarantees-for-seafarers-under-new-pensions-reform/Maritime officers' unions call for clarification that existing early retirement arrangements will remain under the government's proposed universal pension system.Thu, 15 Aug 2019 10:55:08 Z2019-08-15T12:08:13Z6879e7fb-b899-403b-bd2c-2b7d69d37680https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/watchkeeper-error-blamed-for-ulysse-and-csl-virginia-collision/Officers using their mobile phones while on watch have been blamed for an incident in which a ferry crashed into an anchored containership in the Mediterranean.Thu, 15 Aug 2019 08:21:09 Z2019-08-15T08:49:55Z8ad7a549-6afd-4e5f-aa2c-8372fca08100https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/climate-threatened-pacific-islands-urge-shipping-to-slash-carbon-footprint/Nadi Bay Declaration calls for immediate greenhouse gas emission cuts amid fears that the islands could become uninhabitable by 2030.Wed, 14 Aug 2019 09:32:39 Z2019-08-14T09:45:33Zdd1b3f55-a824-453f-b25a-96a54b557272https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/helping-yachties-stay-in-touch/YachtNeeds founder Tony Ryan is interviewed as part of a series of profiles of Nautilus strategic yacht partners on life in the sector. Described as a ‘concierge app’, YachtNeeds provides crews with easy access to listings and other information in the various ports they visitWed, 14 Aug 2019 09:21:54 Z2019-11-04T09:50:38Zebc146c4-3566-48ba-82cf-187efdb86aeahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-music-fills-the-tower-moat/The sounds of the sea rang out at the Tower of London on 3 August 2019, as Sea Cadets from across the UK assembled for their National Band Competition.Wed, 14 Aug 2019 09:04:40 Z2019-08-14T09:09:12Z13532d8e-5bd5-413d-a195-185025f79b09https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/brine-in-the-blood/An up-and-coming jazz musician has drawn on her family history of seafaring to produce an acclaimed new album. MIKE GERBER listens inWed, 14 Aug 2019 08:50:34 Z2019-08-14T13:15:26Zd3c3c5eb-5844-4901-8ab2-91f93a4ab12dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/in-with-the-new/Maritime trainers, recruiters and seafarers gathered at a revolution-minded education and training conference in London organised by the Honourable Company of Master Mariners (HCMM).Tue, 13 Aug 2019 15:10:04 Z2019-10-01T15:10:10Z6237af56-cd0d-44b3-ae27-d60b706b3635https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-supports-future-skills-as-maritime-uk-shortlist-announced/The shortlist is out for the first ever Maritime UK Awards – and Nautilus is proud to be sponsoring one of the categories.Tue, 13 Aug 2019 14:20:03 Z2019-09-09T08:51:48Z19b35ea1-3c37-4482-88da-e1284b41f28bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/falmouth-foots-the-bill-for-russian-bulker-salvage/Falmouth harbor has been left to foot the bill to refloat an ageing Russian bulker that ran aground in strong winds on Gyllyngvase beach, on 18 December 2018.Tue, 13 Aug 2019 13:11:00 Z2019-08-13T13:21:29Z7e849673-02de-434d-b816-0a6cb1f92020https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-welcomes-ibf-backing-for-hormuz-high-risk-zone/Decision to designate area a Temporary Extended Risk Zone, comes after 12 weeks of increased aggression towards merchant ships in the Gulf of Oman.Tue, 13 Aug 2019 09:47:36 Z2019-08-13T14:10:41Zc270c617-9a47-47fd-a7fa-f48a1744a03bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/crew-report-gps-jamming-in-gulf/The US Maritime Administration (Marad) has warned of GPS interference and bridge-to-bridge communications spoofing in the Arabian Gulf following several reports from crew.Fri, 09 Aug 2019 13:36:10 Z2019-08-09T13:46:19Zffdae99e-5075-43c2-bbb3-713c44dcee57https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-back-us-energy-export-bill/Two US parliamentarians have introduced a union-supported bill that seeks to boost the country’s shipbuilding and maritime industries by requiring more Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and crude oil exports be transported on American built, flagged and crewed vessels.Fri, 09 Aug 2019 13:07:05 Z2019-08-09T13:11:13Z09265c27-bd50-4ac4-80a2-f775edd7bc72https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/sea-rescue-a-trade-union-statement/On 15 November 2018 in Montreuil, Canada Nautilus International and The General Confédération of Labour (CGT) France co-signed an agreement calling for shipowners to provide legal assistance to masters and crew involved in migrant rescue, that flag states honour their obligations under international law and that governments properly resource at-sea rescue. Below is an unedited version of that agreementFri, 09 Aug 2019 08:55:48 Z2019-08-09T10:48:23Zec9a6f29-876d-4fef-b02f-bdc58187aae6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/tragedy-in-the-mediterranean/Wilko Beinlich witnessed tragedy in the Mediterranean when he was volunteering onboard the Iuventa – a rescue vessel operated by NGO Jugend Rettet. He had been serving as a second officer with Hapag Lloyd Cruises, using his leave to work onboard the rescue vessel.Fri, 09 Aug 2019 08:32:56 Z2019-08-09T08:41:33Zc0bac03b-15df-4fe2-96e8-7f9ad11dbccfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/high-stakes-the-human-consequences-of-mediterranean-migrant-rescue-on-seafarers/Rescuing people in distress at sea comes naturally to seafarers. But Italy has led a growing resistance and often outright hostility from port states to receiving rescued migrants – leaving seafarers caught in the middle. Felicity Landon looks at the impact on masters and everyone onboardFri, 09 Aug 2019 07:25:39 Z2019-11-25T12:40:36Z3aab8901-1e5b-4c11-b0d8-83acac8c56a2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-condemns-criminalisation-of-masters-for-sea-rescues/Nautilus has condemned as 'draconian' new laws passed by Italy on August 5 which could see masters of private rescue ships fined up to €1m for disembarking refugees or defying refusals to enter Italian waters.Fri, 09 Aug 2019 07:08:06 Z2019-08-09T07:18:54Z3799c9d1-21e6-4bc2-ae4a-e075696a961chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/kevin-george-to-head-up-trustees-of-maritime-training-charity-uksa/National youth maritime training charity UKSA has named Kevin George its new chair of Trustees, replacing sitting chair William Garnett whose three-year term has ended.Fri, 09 Aug 2019 00:00:00 Z2019-08-09T00:00:00Z6d86cb07-760b-4253-bd47-acfec2f723d6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/national-workboat-association-rebrands-in-silver-anniversary-year/The National Workboat Association (NWA) has celebrated its Silver Anniversary with a rebranding exercise to reflect the international nature of its membership.Thu, 08 Aug 2019 10:55:42 Z2019-08-08T14:39:17Zc35fb260-cc52-400f-9095-93c3e6da1216https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/families-of-1979-whiddy-disaster-victims-to-take-high-court-action/The families of men killed in the 1979 Whiddy Island disaster in the Bay of Bantry have launched a fundraising drive to cover the cost of a High Court battle in Ireland.Thu, 08 Aug 2019 10:23:05 Z2020-01-09T11:34:14Zfe1c14ca-fb33-4e49-be06-e8aacf31ee7bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rechristened-maersk-honam-back-in-service/Seventeen months after a fire ripped through the Maersk Honam leading to the deaths of five seafarers, the 15,282teu box ship, rechristened Maersk Halifax, recommenced active service on August 5, joining Maersk’s Asia-Mediterranean AE11/Jade’ service with MSC.Thu, 08 Aug 2019 08:26:56 Z2019-08-08T08:33:51Z4b0b67e2-9eed-4e27-bc50-02bd7de16aafhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/french-court-rejects-families-estonia-compensation-claim/A French high court has rejected the compensation case of the families of the Estonia ferry that sunk in the Baltic in 1994 with the loss of 852 lives. The tragedy remains Europe’s worst maritime accident in terms of lives lost in the last 30 years.Thu, 08 Aug 2019 08:11:29 Z2019-08-08T08:13:35Z0f4f5f42-8747-43c4-98bc-b281ed2737d9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-remembers-passionate-mentor-john-thomson/Nautilus P&T Forum chairman John Thomson passed away at the start of August following a long fight battling cancer, eventually succumbing to pneumonia.Thu, 08 Aug 2019 07:54:42 Z2019-08-08T07:59:40Z6b590aa3-1f57-4e91-82ba-1a9f89226110https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/clock-is-ticking-for-nautilus-general-meeting-attendance/Nautilus members have less than a month left to sign up to have a say in setting the Union’s priorities for the next four years.Wed, 07 Aug 2019 13:44:35 Z2023-02-15T10:39:43Zfd4ca68c-1177-4420-82a3-630c609c7b35https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unique-threemasted-sailing-yacht-black-pearl-turns-heads-at-portland-port/Visitors to Weymouth's Portland Harbour can experience a close-up of one of the world's most unique vessels, the 106.7m three-masted sailing yacht Black Pearl.Tue, 06 Aug 2019 14:48:51 Z2019-08-06T14:53:11Z87a7eda8-3b81-41f2-abe3-0f77bfc769f1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/k-line-slapped-with-largest-ever-criminal-cartel-fine-in-australia/Japanese operator Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha Ltd (K-Line) has been convicted of criminal cartel conduct and ordered to pay an A$34.5m fine by Australia’s Federal Court for fixing prices on the transport of cars, trucks, and buses to Australia between 2009 and 2012.Tue, 06 Aug 2019 12:41:24 Z2019-08-06T12:46:02Za76a6912-7e0b-4477-a075-1ef82f5ee91bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/how-a-ship-safety-policy-could-have-a-detrimental-effect-on-road-safety/After reading a Telegraph article on the safety of truck drivers onboard ro-ro ferries, Nautilus member Paul Gawne points out a problemTue, 06 Aug 2019 09:25:42 Z2019-08-12T12:31:42Z1e9810ed-ae3a-466c-b51b-8ea753e18a9bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/explainer-warlike-operations-area-committee/A simple guide to the committee with the power to declare international waterways a 'warlike zone'Mon, 05 Aug 2019 13:48:43 Z2019-08-05T13:59:30Z96f8b208-488e-4a20-ad4b-4ea62dddd7a1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/the-app-that-takes-the-search-out-of-search-and-rescue/Nautilus member and master mariner COLIN WILLIAMS worked for many years on the staff of the RNLI lifeboats. He casts his professional eye over a new app that aims to make it easier for rescue services to locate and help leisure sailors in difficultiesMon, 05 Aug 2019 13:23:23 Z2019-08-12T12:28:05Z49c5b3a1-8f54-4879-8edd-eb1be94d2bd8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/dress-to-impress-the-history-of-the-british-merchant-navys-standard-uniform/The standard uniform for the British Merchant Navy has its origins in war, not peaceful trade. Andrew Linington finds out how many familiar aspects of today’s shipboard attire came into being a century agoMon, 05 Aug 2019 12:55:54 Z2023-12-07T09:44:24Zbea5fc8d-3391-49de-aa28-a8344469dcf2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-agrees-strait-of-hormuz-temporary-high-risk-zone/The Warlike Operations Area Committee (WOAC) has agreed to temporarily designate the Strait of Hormuz as a High-Risk Area from August 2, following government advice to avoid the area unless accompanied by UK naval support.Fri, 02 Aug 2019 19:11:57 Z2019-08-02T19:22:17Z7e864a7e-5a14-4d1c-a2e8-0549dbb227e3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/insights-general-secretary-message-august-2019/As news emerges of a sharp decline in the number of UK-registered vessels, Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson has some stern words for the British government and UK Ship RegisterWed, 31 Jul 2019 12:12:20 Z2019-08-09T08:46:24Zda7f11c9-7fdf-4c26-80af-1a4b5b0100b2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/UK-government-publishes-maritime-progress-report/The UK government’s Maritime Annual Report 2018-2019 – an update on the progress made over the past year in supporting and expanding the UK maritime industry.Tue, 30 Jul 2019 11:50:00 Z2020-05-13T12:06:41Zc14abb77-d013-4fcf-b1d2-18ef8681170dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/Nautilus-members-invited-to-take-part-in-UK-government-maritime-diversity-survey/The UK Department for Transport (DfT) has teamed up with the University of London's Cass Business School to launch a survey on diversity in the UK maritime workforce.Fri, 26 Jul 2019 11:50:00 Z2019-07-26T11:44:59Zd8dac4b5-e30b-4106-bbee-dbdb762fc40dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/international-maritime-unions-and-employers-start-discussions-over-Strait-of-Hormuz-crisis/Nautilus International has welcomed a commitment by social partners in the International Bargaining Forum (IBF) to try to reach agreement on the status of vessels transiting the Gulf of Oman and the Strait of Hormuz.Thu, 25 Jul 2019 15:40:00 Z2019-07-25T15:40:00Ze44b5472-e531-4a4a-a130-054aa8247c57https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tribunal-rules-nigeria-should-release-swiss-tanker-and-crew/ITLOS says the San Pedro Pio, held in Nigeria with its 17 crew members and cargo for almost 18 months, must be released immediately.Thu, 25 Jul 2019 11:45:00 Z2019-07-25T15:09:43Zfff74a08-d2a9-4a0f-98d8-4797004f9232https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stem-careers-charity-calls-for-female-maritime-professionals-to-inspire-girls-at-roadshow/The 1851 Trust is looking for successful women in the maritime industry to act as role models and ambassadors for its new initiative aimed at schoolgirls in years 7 and 8.Thu, 25 Jul 2019 10:36:00 Z2019-07-26T09:18:54Zdf777b1d-a1c5-4864-be4f-d8ac67463fa9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/france-launches-study-on-effect-of-fine-particle-emissions-from-ships/ESTACA, the Paris-Saclay engineering faculty, to carry out the three-year study, called Capnav.Thu, 25 Jul 2019 09:36:00 Z2019-07-25T15:39:07Z49e04ea7-e4e5-4c1b-ad2f-99ac5daf3645https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/Nautilus-calls-for-British-ships-to-avoid-Strait-of-Hormuz/Nautilus International has joined the calls for British ships to avoid the Strait of Hormuz, following the seizure of the UK-registered Stena Impero on Friday 19 July 2019Tue, 23 Jul 2019 13:40:00 Z2019-07-23T15:56:10Z0504eb93-863e-4e23-94bd-ea86eff92d38https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/caught-in-the-crossfire/With Iran’s detention of the UK-flagged tanker Stena Impero prompting the British government to raise its security to Level 3 in the Persian Gulf and advise against all travel in the Strait of Hormuz, a Nautilus member spoke of their recent experience of transiting the Strait. The member’s identity has been withheld due to security concerns in naming the vessel, crew or company. Helen Kelly reportsTue, 23 Jul 2019 08:30:00 Z2019-07-23T09:48:47Z1803280a-e353-45bb-97a7-41fb61ac6688https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/Middle_East_tensions/This year’s attacks on civilian tankers in the Gulf of Oman have brought back memories for many merchant seafarers of working under fire in the Middle East. And thanks to a collaborative life-story project at the Nautilus Mariners' Park retirement estate, we can still learn from the conflict-zone recollections of a late supertanker master. Deborah McPherson reportsMon, 22 Jul 2019 15:22:27 Z2019-07-22T16:25:06Zc39f2c1b-9b69-4f8a-8772-c9760d4cebaahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-and-itf-call-for-urgent-release-of-seized-british-oil-tanker-and-crew/Nautilus International and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) today raised serious concerns over the seizure of British oil tanker Stena Impero in the Strait of Hormuz and have called for a diplomatic resolution to the situation and de-escalation of tensions in the region.Mon, 22 Jul 2019 14:11:56 Z2019-07-22T14:18:31Zf6547bd7-312a-4bf9-9ce3-95f756160fffhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/superyacht-safety-sacrificed/How a hidden fleet of poorly-maintained and ageing vessels is creating unsafe conditions for those onboard.Fri, 19 Jul 2019 09:12:41 Z2019-10-21T12:03:37Za88fe99f-8367-4301-832a-bcdfe6f91c6bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/family-blames-royal-caribbean-for-death-of-daughter-who-fell-11-floors-on-cruise-ship/Lawyers for the family of 18-month-old Chloe Wiegand call her death a 'preventable tragic accident'.Fri, 19 Jul 2019 08:58:13 Z2019-07-19T09:08:51Z0d0948f9-a20a-4aca-87ef-a6ed87347699https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/red-funnel-celebrates-one-year-anniversary-for-ferry-red-jet-7/The hi-speed passenger catamaran, the greenest ferry within the Red Jet group, has completed a year of service in the Solent.Thu, 18 Jul 2019 12:17:20 Z2019-07-18T13:49:19Z2ad53c16-9d02-4695-ba84-139227f00c0ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uksa-launches-new-maritime-foundation-course-for-school-leavers/Course will equip learners with all the essential skills, qualifications and knowledge for entry level positions.Thu, 18 Jul 2019 11:46:34 Z2019-10-07T10:05:34Z7e8e8983-aeaa-42b7-9a06-9a29bd923052https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-break-svitzer-deadlock-with-5-pay-increase-and-cba-for-tug-employees/Nautilus members and Svitzer tug employees in Amsterdam and Rotterdam have succeeded in their long-running dispute over unpaid working hours.Wed, 17 Jul 2019 10:29:03 Z2019-12-31T16:05:02Z1c6a84f4-9222-4b9e-bcd4-f7829596002ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/eto-expectations--investigating-the-current-state-of-electro-technical-officer-training/Has ETO training kept pace with industry requirements? We hear from a Nautilus member who has been working to find out.Wed, 17 Jul 2019 10:15:00 Z2019-07-23T11:54:31Zf7114825-c4a6-4f81-836f-def8bb219c16https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-invited-to-join-fair-pay-for-rfa-demonstration/Nautilus solidarity for RFA fair payTue, 16 Jul 2019 13:05:32 Z2019-07-16T15:08:37Z1d0c3737-642d-4dce-81e8-f89b7c071e1dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ships-of-the-past-delphine/Our monthly look at vessels consigned to history focuses on Delphine, a luxury yacht built in the 1920s which is still the largest active steam-driven yacht in existence.Tue, 16 Jul 2019 12:23:06 Z2019-10-13T14:14:13Z89592144-0f0c-4915-a4a8-62300f21b6behttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/inspire-a-new-generation-of-seafarers-by-volunteering-as-a-careers-at-sea-ambassador/Why you should join the numerous Nautilus members who volunteer at schools and youth groups around the UK.Tue, 16 Jul 2019 12:15:00 Z2019-11-25T12:54:22Z1038432f-ffd5-47a2-83aa-1ada5c46b005https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-for-increased-naval-protection-in-middle-east/Union lobbies government to commit 'significant naval resources' to the region as political tensions ratchet up amid warnings over the danger of a major confrontation.Tue, 16 Jul 2019 09:37:30 Z2019-07-17T12:14:15Z42e875e4-d6f8-43ae-a82b-479a7c438498https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/superyacht-self-care--developing-a-course-to-help-crews-tackle-stress/Nautilus strategic yacht partners Red Square Medical and Impact Crew have identified a need for training to help crew deal with the pressures of their jobs.Mon, 15 Jul 2019 11:14:31 Z2019-10-22T11:36:57Zd2c895c4-e81a-4d1c-9d39-8b5c36b0600bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-nautilus-in-monaco/Nautilus representatives will be attending the Monaco Yacht Show from 25-27 September 2019.Mon, 15 Jul 2019 10:56:00 Z2019-07-15T11:04:16Z8973182f-377e-4496-8262-6acc2fb4de44https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/sea-service-sorted--an-introduction-to-the-nautilus-commercial-yacht-service-record-book/A major attraction of Nautilus membership for yacht crew is the Nautilus International Commercial Yacht Service Record Book.Mon, 15 Jul 2019 10:55:00 Z2019-07-15T11:04:53Z3b11b683-e57a-4d97-879a-3062aee402abhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/our-colleagues-in-antibes/The Nautilus strategic yacht partner D&B Services is a crewing agency in Antibes, France, specialising in yacht management, crew training, crew placement and crew declaration.Mon, 15 Jul 2019 10:54:00 Z2019-10-22T11:41:48Zceb9f450-d304-468a-a904-495a5290dd6bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/masters-face-greater-risk-of-criminalisation-in-mediterranean-migrant-rescue/The Italian authorities' hardline approach to migrant rescue slammed by French shipmasters' association.Mon, 15 Jul 2019 10:08:53 Z2019-10-18T10:30:09Z0ed232c9-7637-42e3-bf78-0b6e845a61f4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-calls-for-flag-states-to-step-up-to-emissions-targets/Nautilus has called on flag states to show leadership in reducing emissions from commercial shipping after the UK announced its target for zero emissions from commercial vessels from 2025.Fri, 12 Jul 2019 11:55:55 Z2019-07-17T12:15:01Zef1d3f94-42ed-4f3a-9eaa-722d2ba21da5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-urged-to-get-in-touch-over-middle-east-safety-fears/Members are urged to contact the Union with any concerns over safety in the Strait of Hormuz after the UK Department for Transport issued a security warning in the area.Thu, 11 Jul 2019 15:46:01 Z2019-07-11T15:54:25Z5d2658d8-3dbe-4af2-ad0b-2c9600ed2991https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/golf-club-digs-deep-for-nautilus-welfare-fund/Money donated by Wirral club will go towards a new cafe at the Mariners' Park Care Home.Thu, 11 Jul 2019 12:18:23 Z2019-07-17T12:15:31Zee89d865-2e5b-4ba2-9f04-19b882b21be2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/singapore-celebrates-day-of-the-seafarer-with-new-drop-in-centre-and-gift-hampers/The port launched the new centre at the Pasir Panjang Terminal, while SMOU members handed out hampers to visiting seafarers.Thu, 11 Jul 2019 11:03:52 Z2019-07-17T12:15:50Zde441599-f2f1-4813-b220-a2b6853dcf8ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/russian-nuclear-powered-icebreaker-to-be-the-worlds-largest-and-most-powerful/The Ural is part of President Putin's strategic project of opening the Northern Sea Route to all-year activity to tap into the Arctic's commercial potential.Thu, 11 Jul 2019 09:49:22 Z2019-07-17T12:16:12Z672fdf8e-35c0-4ae8-a470-6893a8536dfehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/over-300-cadets-and-officers-graduate-from-city-of-glasgow-college/The graduates included 139 Navigation Officers, 123 Engineering Officers, 31 Chief Mates and 24 Officers of the Watch.Thu, 11 Jul 2019 09:29:56 Z2019-07-17T12:16:43Zcdf55fe5-c782-4b5e-a0da-71d5281ba9aahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/christmas-cheer-comes-early-for-nautilus-comms-team2/An eChristmas card shared widely by Nautilus members has won a plaudit at the 2019 Trade Union Communication Awards in London.Wed, 10 Jul 2019 13:32:49 Z2019-10-18T10:38:32Z843e7d94-9dd9-40a4-84ee-5e335f0aa0c3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/christmas-cheer-comes-early-for-nautilus-comms-team/An eChristmas card shared widely by Nautilus members has won a plaudit at the 2019 Trade Union Communication Awards in London.Wed, 10 Jul 2019 13:32:49 Z2019-10-18T10:36:19Z2b76a994-3670-458c-ace9-7811d1a3e87ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/Nautilus_attends_Saga_christening/Camilla Parker-Bowles names the 999-passenger cruise ship at a special ceremony in Dover.Wed, 10 Jul 2019 11:23:26 Z2019-07-17T12:17:22Z5ae54411-ada1-46e7-92ae-dd526a111e6ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/corsica-union-strike-pressurizes-management-to-agree-over-lifeline-routes/La Méridionale have called off their strike action which started after rival company Corsica Linea were awarded the routes between the French mainland and Corsica.Wed, 10 Jul 2019 10:23:29 Z2019-07-17T12:17:48Ze3762c28-f824-4aaf-a71c-03dbe7486ff2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/listening-exercise--university-researchers-gather-first-hand-information-about-seafarer-wellbeing/A major survey of seafarers' views has been carried out to inform company policies on shipboard recreational facilities and mental health support.Wed, 10 Jul 2019 10:05:00 Z2019-10-13T14:57:01Z79769cb1-f897-44be-90c8-da358c7a7721https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shell-confirms-two-fatalities-in-routine-lifeboat-drill/The incident happened at the Auger Tension Leg Platform in the US Gulf of Mexico.Wed, 10 Jul 2019 10:00:00 Z2019-07-17T12:18:09Z4a8c66ec-2e59-4524-b1af-c15e8eed65ebhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/writing-from-experience--an-interview-with-nautical-novelist-and-autobiographer-william-gilbert/Sarah Robinson meets a writer who delves into his Merchant Navy past and yachting present to create memoirs and novels with the ring of truth about them.Wed, 10 Jul 2019 10:00:00 Z2019-07-10T10:00:58Z12fde027-9b90-410c-88cb-a127d3977c5ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/stuck-onboard--outrage-over-blanket-ban-for-child-disembarkation-at-london-gateway/Rule forbidding children to disembark at a DP World port is forcing families travelling with crew members to cancel shore leave and even miss flights home.Tue, 09 Jul 2019 11:48:34 Z2019-07-09T12:06:34Z6bd5fcc1-3a68-4aff-968a-e6bf6bce526ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/hosts-triumph-in-10th-tyne-row/South Shields Marine School men's team win this year's Newcastle-to-South Tyneside rowing race.Tue, 09 Jul 2019 10:48:24 Z2019-07-17T12:18:28Ze7dbcff3-c72f-4b46-b8fd-1b339de34e04https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/love-is-in-the-air-as-nautilus-celebrates-biggest-ever-london-pride-2019/Union's fourth consecutive year at the LGBT+ festival sees its biggest ever presence and its first ever wedding proposal.Tue, 09 Jul 2019 09:27:06 Z2019-07-26T11:52:14Z5a2fb792-fdbf-4867-a491-4bb2a4d18b95https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-remains-on-high-alert-over-gulf-of-oman-as-seafarers-safety-takes-top-priority/UK shipping remains on high alert over safety in the Gulf of Oman following a meeting of the Warlike Operations Area Committee (WOAC) in central London.Mon, 08 Jul 2019 09:43:03 Z2019-07-17T12:19:07Zc84b217a-a87b-4c41-8524-d1ac96faff7ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tuc-lgbt-conference-comes-out-in-support-of-international-transport-workers/London's Congress House, the headquarters of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) saw members gather for the organisation's annual LGBT+ conference.Fri, 05 Jul 2019 10:35:28 Z2019-10-22T12:07:14Zde69465c-4fa4-4eb0-ad1f-8f058beeb79ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-finds-seatruck-pace-seafarer-fell-to-his-death-after-ignoring-safety-procedures/Investigation into a death on board the Cyprus registered ro-ro freight vessel finds that safety procedures around falls from height were not followed.Fri, 05 Jul 2019 08:15:00 Z2019-07-17T12:20:13Zfc90a5c2-a631-4d86-9122-007f3e2921bbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/brand-new-cruise-ship-rams-emden-sea-lock-structure/The Spirit of Discovery had been handed over to UK-based Saga by German shipbuilder Meyer Werft when the incident happened.Thu, 04 Jul 2019 23:00:00 Z2019-07-17T12:19:24Z74ad0e76-ae01-4394-b3f4-8ec4a7740d69https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/french-unions-pledge-full-support-for-arrested-sea-watch-3-captain/Captain Carola Rackete was arrested for disobeying orders not to dock in Italy while carrying migrants.Thu, 04 Jul 2019 11:12:07 Z2019-07-17T12:20:54Z1688449f-7763-4aab-a584-c0d83d801efbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/europes-first-inland-waterway-lng-bunker-vessel-begins-operations/On long-term charter to Shell, the LNG London's first job was refueling vessels In Rotterdam.Thu, 04 Jul 2019 10:00:00 Z2019-07-17T12:21:22Zd4574c2b-8e35-404d-b1d8-89e94f209832https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pride-in-maritime-pride-in-nautilus/Union taking part in one of the world's largest Pride parades in London on Saturday July 6.Wed, 03 Jul 2019 09:30:00 Z2019-07-17T12:21:44Z940b9311-3d52-4f3f-99c6-6addc50d4526https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/carnival-to-pay-$20m-settlement-for-pollution-and-probation-violation/Miami judge approves settlement in which the cruise operator pleaded guilty to six probation violations related to the illegal discharging of harmful material.Wed, 03 Jul 2019 08:10:59 Z2019-07-17T12:22:10Z79fcb677-b124-423e-ae0e-1dce62a6a1d4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/three-die-and-three-injured-in-tanker-engine-room-explosion-during-unloading/The incident happened on board a VolgaFlot vessel in the southern Russian port of Makhachkala, Dagestan.Tue, 02 Jul 2019 12:37:24 Z2019-07-17T12:22:40Z675d40da-46cf-47bd-9b99-189a131d936dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/svitzer-crews-strike-for-a-tenth-time-in-protest-over-unpaid-hours/Nautilus members working for Dutch towing company Svitzer Euromed have staged their tenth strike in almost three months.Tue, 02 Jul 2019 11:52:10 Z2019-12-31T16:05:37Z29887cef-0f85-4d9a-aae1-128b6b27c181https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/planning-your-workplace-pension/Nautilus helps to ensure members are well provided for in retirement by sitting on the board of the UK multi-employer pension provider Ensign Pensions – which offers the industry-wide scheme Ensign Retirement Plan and continues to oversee the old MNOPF scheme. Ensign chief executive Andrew Waring answers questions about the company and its workTue, 02 Jul 2019 08:45:44 Z2019-07-02T08:49:42Z77a1c49c-ca1c-4578-82c3-16c0801df7f1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-mariners-park-throws-master-a-lifeline-with-emergency-accommodation/A retired shipmaster believes the Nautilus Welfare Fund’s housing and care services may have saved his life after he found himself homeless and severely unwell with malaria. Helen Kelly reportsTue, 02 Jul 2019 08:40:58 Z2019-07-02T08:43:56Zb2bbece8-ce6c-40e4-8f55-e87e8571b0e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/washed-up-how-too-many-exseafarers-are-finding-themselves-in-financial-trouble/The Nautilus Welfare Fund charity has raised concerns about a rise in seafarer homelessness in the UK, as ex-mariners with complex medical and social needs find themselves pushed to the edges of society. Helen Kelly reportsTue, 02 Jul 2019 08:29:52 Z2019-07-03T15:05:49Z760a3104-0cf5-43c9-8fde-6d9aaac784adhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/staff-numbers-boosted-at-mariners-park-care-home-as-regulator-approves-action-plan/Mariners Park Care Home has put in place an Action Plan following a recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) review that downgraded its services overall from 'Good' to 'Requires Improvement'.Mon, 01 Jul 2019 14:15:26 Z2019-07-02T10:33:05Ze3c23896-7568-40dc-8f4b-5d73194f67bdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ships-of-the-past-the-dreadnought/This month's look at vessels consigned to history remembers the hospital ship that first rose to fame as a three-decker battleship in Nelson's fleet at Trafalgar.Mon, 01 Jul 2019 12:29:00 Z2024-12-13T11:10:26Zfc213e8c-b6fc-4d29-b1b6-73ab8816ec46https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/innovation-and-skills-at-heart-of-2019-london-international-shipping-week/Nautilus has welcomed a focus on maritime innovation and skills in this year's LISW with the launch of a new national cluster organisation.Mon, 01 Jul 2019 11:46:34 Z2019-07-17T12:23:41Zaeff65dc-6086-44b7-8423-36fcd5fc6e39https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-win-representation-in-italys-environmental-organisation/Italy's three national trade union confederations, CGIL, CISL and UIL, have jointly signed an agreement with Alis, the country's Logistics Association of Sustainable Intermodality.Mon, 01 Jul 2019 10:59:50 Z2019-07-17T12:24:30Z59166ac4-5888-4502-a3b3-af198296a5c7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-express-solidarity-with-planned-greek-seafarer-strike-action/Nautilus International has joined with other Unions in expressing solidarity with the Pan-Hellenic Seamen’s Federation (PNO) over its intention to hold a 24-hour strike on Wednesday 3 July at 00.01 hours.Fri, 28 Jun 2019 15:04:57 Z2019-06-28T15:09:58Za02078cd-52d9-4d61-96d5-e1e89588de76https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/six-msc-crew-held-in-$1.3bn-cocaine-haul/Six crew members onboard the 9,962teu MSC Gayane box ship have been arrested in one of the largest drugs busts in recent American history as the 2018-built Liberian-flagged vessel docked in Philadelphia.Thu, 27 Jun 2019 13:21:48 Z2019-06-27T13:26:06Z5e93e7aa-d9bf-4abb-949c-718613923a2chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/india-bans-seafarers-from-gulf-of-guinea/India has issued a restriction banning all Indian seafarers from working on vessels in the Gulf of Guinea following the targeting of Indian nationals in the region.Thu, 27 Jun 2019 08:23:48 Z2019-06-27T12:53:54Za41ccba7-fa19-48d5-9f0b-5b0a60e16b2ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/communications-breakdown-led-to-bulk-carrier-grounding-in-hurricane/Accident investigators have called for clearer rules over the deployment of emergency towing vessels (ETVs) following an incident in which a Panama-flagged bulk carrier ran aground off the coast of Germany.Thu, 27 Jun 2019 07:35:40 Z2019-06-27T07:41:40Z1afc7681-2eb9-4ad8-8f5b-9b7af876708fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/captain-and-two-officers-arrested-for-arson-on-grande-europa/The Italian master and two officers who were on the Grimaldi Group’s 1998-built Grande Europa conro ship that suffered a major fire 25nm off Palma de Majorca en route from Salerno to Valencia in May have appeared in court in Valencia, Spain for alleged arson.Wed, 26 Jun 2019 14:45:11 Z2019-06-26T14:51:06Zf736824d-3e00-4297-9125-b0dcc3f6aef7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-council-confirms-governing-body-leadership/Members of the Nautilus Council have voted to confirm the Chair and Vice-Chairs at the Union's 41st meeting held in Rotterdam.Wed, 26 Jun 2019 10:38:11 Z2020-08-17T08:32:38Zca127004-9ca5-4887-b0b2-56ce15ad2786https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/speeches/day-of-the-seafarer-speech-to-nautilus-nl-symposium/Nautilus International's general secretary Mark Dickinson speech on Day of the Seafarer to Nautilus NL branch annual meeting and symposium.Tue, 25 Jun 2019 14:00:00 Z2021-01-24T14:35:33Z26816bd2-358d-4271-9fb4-c8b03186f9dahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ultimate-seaview-image-is-required-to-win-the-shipwrecked-mariners-photo-competition2/A leading UK-based seafaring charity is urging maritime professionals to take part in its 'Ultimate Seaview' photographic competition launched on Day of the Seafarer.Tue, 25 Jun 2019 10:18:45 Z2019-06-25T10:35:32Zb81ca6d7-0d2b-4a0a-a3f8-73483a689d3chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/gender-equality-virtual-wall-for-day-of-the-seafarer-swells/Difficulties in balancing work and family life, mentoring, equal pay, period poverty… seafarers taking advantage of the newly launched Day of the Seafarer virtual wall are having no problems listing what one change they would make to achieve gender equality.Tue, 25 Jun 2019 09:34:58 Z2019-06-25T09:59:11Z8e22e247-ef90-4750-98fb-72cd8cc9630bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-voice-on-certification-changes-needed-for-survey-launched-on-day-of-the-seafarer/Members are urged to have their say on a significant proposed review of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), by taking part in a survey being launched by the Nautilus Federation on the Day of the Seafarer.Tue, 25 Jun 2019 08:30:00 Z2019-12-04T15:19:14Zd5b80c8c-8b3c-4095-91c9-7e03b9a855b7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-input-on-professional-and-technical-issues-welcome/Nautilus members attending the professional and technical forum in Southampton in April 2019 were invited to provide input to inform the Union’s position on several maritime issues that the Union is involved with, both at the national and international level.Mon, 24 Jun 2019 12:49:02 Z2019-06-25T08:15:11Z0266a2dd-f996-4a45-bb03-7fd78fb57c7ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-cadet-numbers-swell-slightly-but-fall-short-of-smart-plus-expectations/The number of maritime cadets funded by the UK Government's Support for Maritime Training (SMarT) has increased by 50 over the previous year – a long way off a shipowners' pledge to train an additional 400 a year.Fri, 21 Jun 2019 15:59:18 Z2019-06-21T16:06:09Z7ae8156f-348c-4e4a-aedb-7496ff50959ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ninth-svitzer-tug-crew-strike-for-a-fair-agreement-results-in-a-community-cruise/Residents of a retirement home in the Netherlands benefitted as tug crew at Svitzer Euromed chose to undertake rivercruise community work to reflect their claims over working hours on their ninth strike in two months.Thu, 20 Jun 2019 15:09:05 Z2019-12-31T16:06:13Z3606577a-3bfc-49b8-a5cd-a9fe20cf76b8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-international-financial-statements/Nautilus International financial statement to members issued in connection with the union’s annual return for the period ended 31 December 2018.Thu, 20 Jun 2019 14:11:00 Z2019-08-13T13:56:39Zc9f249e5-ab44-4724-9069-85e7f4d51a64https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-summer-gifted-to-disadvantaged-children-by-nautilus-yacht-partner/Nautilus strategic yacht partner UKSA took part in a summer giving campaign to help support disadvantaged London children learn to sail.Wed, 19 Jun 2019 10:31:42 Z2019-06-20T13:38:41Zbd854dd1-e721-4392-82bd-ccb17fbab3e3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-tall-ships-chairman-aims-high/A new chairman will join the Tall Ships Youth Trust (TSYT) in July 2019 as the charity continues its flagship appeal to boost UK sail training capacity for disadvantaged young people.Wed, 19 Jun 2019 10:20:35 Z2019-06-19T10:30:42Z550fc798-bdf4-4c14-9dc1-bb0497793406https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/progress-in-binforgreenseas-project-as-iconic-waste-bin-is-launched-in-blackpool/With a significant proportion of plastic pollution reaching the sea through litter dropped on beaches, many beachgoers need reminding to put their rubbish in the bin – and what better way than for the bin itself to spur them into action? Sarah Robinson reports on recent developments in a clever back-to-basics environmental campaignWed, 19 Jun 2019 09:58:50 Z2019-06-20T11:54:52Zedaeb148-9fb5-4574-922e-06d7471b60e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/dick-welsh-retirement-blog/Former engineer officer Dick Welsh is well known in the industry as the head of the Isle of Man Ship Registry. Now embarking on retirement, he looks back with pride at his two-and-a-half decades with the Red Ensign Group flagWed, 19 Jun 2019 09:45:02 Z2019-10-13T14:29:33Zc1177ef4-0c6a-42da-9a52-28d6ace5f3e7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-seafarer-who-would-not-be-silenced--going-public-on-shipboard-sexual-harassment/Andrew Draper reports on a ground-breaking sexual harassment case that’s likely to make waves in the maritime industry. EXPLICIT CONTENT NOTIFICATION: This article of necessity contains some very strong language which played a pivotal role in the legal proceedings.Tue, 18 Jun 2019 15:51:18 Z2019-06-19T08:57:22Zcad83231-3aad-48c7-a8bf-0165884cc469https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/opportunities-abound-in-more-diverse-roles/Wilsonhalligan's director of yacht recruitment Nicola Morgan is interviewed as part of a series of profiles of Nautilus strategic yacht partners on life in the sector. She provides upbeat insights into the future for superyacht professionals and highlights some unusual and niche roles.Tue, 18 Jun 2019 15:24:45 Z2021-08-19T09:28:26Z402bc185-43a7-4169-be6e-2b749711735fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/think-tech-think-people/Nautilus head of strategy Debbie Cavaldoro was keynote speaker at the Maritime Exchange 2019 conference in Liverpool, where she spoke about the maritime workforce of the future and how to bridge the people and skills gaps. Here is an edited version of her speechTue, 18 Jun 2019 15:00:57 Z2019-06-21T13:15:38Z710f36b1-0112-48e0-9617-36efd8097874https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/lifelong-support-for-seafarers/There’s something special about the Merchant Navy that makes many seafarers keen to remain part of the maritime community after coming ashore – so it’s not surprising that there’s always a strong demand for places at the Nautilus retirement estate Mariners’ Park. Andrew Linington hears how the Nautilus Welfare Fund is expanding and improving the accommodation it offersTue, 18 Jun 2019 14:47:39 Z2019-06-18T15:42:37Zb54a3fb1-1742-4f19-a5f9-e0908e2d9adehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/warsash-simulator/Warsash nautical school was one of the first seafarer training facilities to make use of simulators on its courses. Now part of Solent University, the school is again seeking to lead the way in hands-on learning technology. Andrew Linington finds out more at the opening of Solent’s new £7m maritime simulation centre in SouthamptonTue, 18 Jun 2019 14:10:27 Z2019-06-19T12:13:33Z6d463d6c-41fc-486b-9091-6067bc4640e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pearl-anniversary-for-nautilus-member-of-30-years-at-swiss-branch-annual-meeting/Former inland navigation worker Heidi Fritz was congratulated for her 30 years of Nautilus membership as the Swiss branch meeting got underway in Basel.Tue, 18 Jun 2019 13:31:30 Z2019-06-18T13:48:26Z039e4914-0d22-409b-aa4d-660c59383506https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-takes-part-in-talks-on-future-proofing-eu-maritime-skills/Nautilus International has taken part in working group sessions to drive forward an EU-funded project to future-proof skills in maritime transport.Tue, 18 Jun 2019 11:56:03 Z2019-11-11T10:27:05Za541574f-cf80-4ead-abbd-35612ed69847https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-domiciliary-care-for-retired-seafarers-receives-good-quality-mark/Domiciliary care services provided by the Nautilus Welfare Fund for retired seafarers has been positively rated in its recent inspection from the Care Quality Commission.Tue, 18 Jun 2019 09:02:22 Z2019-06-18T14:57:42Zaab363e0-67cc-479a-9209-e3e2a5906406https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-calls-for-lashing-ban-for-foreign-crew-on-st-lawrence-river/The move follows the death of a Maersk Line Second Officer Ravindu Lakmal Pieris Telge, who fell overboard from the 1998-built Maersk Patras box ship as the Singapore-flagged vessel sailed up the Saint Lawrence River to Montreal from Antwerp.Mon, 17 Jun 2019 13:32:07 Z2019-06-17T13:36:12Z92100f4c-52d3-485d-bf88-f5bf044b1e57https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/deadlock-on-svitzer-tugboats-talks-means-further-action-likely/Nautilus members in the Netherlands working for Svitzer Euromed downed tools for the eighth time on Saturday in protest over unpaid hours and a disagreement over a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA).Mon, 17 Jun 2019 13:31:30 Z2019-12-31T16:06:44Zc5af2064-7a9f-42cb-9605-c1025991b190https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/russian-tanker-master-acquitted-of-marpol-charges-after-being-held-in-us-for-19-months/Vjaceslavs Birzakovs, master of the 50,250dwt Marshall Islands-flagged Ridgebury Alexandra Z oil/chemical tanker, has been acquitted of six charges of alleged MARPOL violations after he was held for more than 19 months in the US.Mon, 17 Jun 2019 13:15:11 Z2019-06-17T13:19:23Z4fe413b0-7e0a-45fd-a2ff-428b808c5699https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-raises-grave-concerns-over-seafarer-safety-in-the-gulf-of-oman/Seafarers union urges members to notify officials of concerns while transiting warlike areas.Fri, 14 Jun 2019 16:04:35 Z2019-06-14T20:46:00Zc591f083-802e-4124-a451-da4fc9877240https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/a-year-of-empowering-women-in-maritime/Maritime women are being urged to tell their stories of life at sea for key maritime events celebrating seafarers in 2019.Fri, 14 Jun 2019 10:50:33 Z2019-06-14T15:21:33Zf251e825-6d03-4fc9-bf68-291d08dff41dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/swiss-women-strike-for-equal-pay-time-and-respect/Women across Switzerland are planning to take to the streets in strike on 14 June 2019 – as part of a global movement calling for increased gender equality and an end to violence against women.Fri, 14 Jun 2019 09:57:12 Z2019-06-18T09:50:23Zd8e0d2e5-2792-4b01-98a7-c20b5047777dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mca-assurances-on-uk-ship-register-eligibility-duck-key-issues-says-union/Assurances from the Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) that the UK will continue to maintain high standards for ships that join the UK Ship Register 'raises more questions than it answers', says Nautilus International.Thu, 13 Jun 2019 09:36:23 Z2019-06-14T14:23:44Z3f9afdb2-cd9e-487d-8e5c-5a04f3bab0a5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mentoring-vital-building-block-in-retaining-seafarers-for-shipping-shows-new-research/Mentoring schemes are cost-effective and valuable in retaining seafarers, but inconsistent delivery, high staff turnovers, and a lack of stable crews can upset that balance, new research shows.Wed, 12 Jun 2019 14:44:28 Z2019-06-12T16:13:47Zbb558218-cba7-412b-be88-f8385b63e0e7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rfa-fort-victoria-takes-lead-role-in-d-day-75-commemorations/Nautilus members serving onboard the Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessel Fort Victoria helped to bring the Portsmouth D-Day 75 commemorative events to a fitting conclusion at sea in the Solent.Wed, 12 Jun 2019 14:03:53 Z2019-06-12T14:11:28Z68f059a6-3d85-4cba-b037-f7f4ed870c99https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-lgbt-rights-flagged-in-nautilus-motion-for-tuc/The Union’s international organiser, Danny McGowan, will attend the Trades Union Congress (TUC) LGBT+ Conference, being held in London on 4-5 July.Tue, 11 Jun 2019 14:59:17 Z2019-06-12T16:42:36Za1bd33f9-11e0-4240-a4ca-4b1e4eb4569dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/certificated-uk-officers-in-demand-as-seafarer-wages-stagnate-globally/Wages for seafarers globally are rising slowly but could well increase quicker if salaries don’t keep pace with shore-based jobs, according to latest figures from global shipping consultancy Drewry.Tue, 11 Jun 2019 11:57:09 Z2019-06-11T12:07:40Zf6e90783-deee-409c-86b4-ef12346f4aa0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/global-dockers-clause-to-make-seafaring-safer-for-all/Seafarers will be better protected from injury and death because of a globally updated and agreed 'dockers clause' - taking effect in six months - which sets out what maritime professionals should and should not do on vessels in port.Tue, 11 Jun 2019 08:34:00 Z2020-01-03T14:57:01Z2f7a5f21-7f51-4a7b-87bf-d2940e9fd0f4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-ferries-for-calais-and-irish-sea-routes-under-construction-good-news-for-nautilus-members/Nautilus members working on UK ferries are expected to benefit from the introduction of a giant Channel ferry to serve the Dover Strait on the ro-ro route to France.Mon, 10 Jun 2019 11:13:17 Z2019-06-10T11:32:45Z16711288-ded5-43a1-a027-f087f80fc190https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/heerema-marine-launches-record-breaking-ship-of-the-future/Netherlands-based Heerema Marine Contractors has launched the world’s largest semi-submersible crane vessel that can be used for the set-up and de-commissioning of offshore oil and gas facilities.Mon, 10 Jun 2019 08:00:00 Z2019-06-10T08:00:00Z6dad0661-d890-4154-9a7f-6da1dd8f6c76https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/unifying-danish-organiser-john-ibsen-looks-for-new-challenges-on-the-horizon/Having brought together a number of smaller unions across the maritime sector, and cleaned up collective bargaining agreements, Dansk Metal’s head of administration is ready for a new role. Andrew Draper meets a trade unionist with a knack for negotiation and a commitment to clarityFri, 07 Jun 2019 16:01:47 Z2019-06-12T12:26:22Z6aa973dd-5509-4a81-b7f1-88005342e29ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/d-day-landing-tribute-to-former-wren-resident-at-nautilus-mariners-park/A former Women's Royal Naval Service (Wrens) veteran present at a key moment in the D-Day landings 75 years ago, has been remembered by retired seafarers, family and staff at Nautilus Mariners' Park complex in the UK.Thu, 06 Jun 2019 16:02:28 Z2019-06-12T14:11:42Za5c99251-f41e-43c4-852a-364273b6c0bdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dfds-members-accept-pay-offer-of-3/Nautilus Members employed by DFDS have accepted a pay offer of 3% following a recent consultation exercise on their 2019 pay and conditions review.Thu, 06 Jun 2019 09:40:33 Z2019-12-31T16:07:23Z8ca0e682-f130-4dc8-ac4f-fd84e0d3a1aahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/green-maritime-methanol-project-kicks-off-with-nine-ships/The Green Maritime Methanol consortium has selected nine ships on which to research the application of renewable methanol as a marine fuel.Wed, 05 Jun 2019 14:00:00 Z2019-06-05T14:00:00Z8fca3c3f-8cf2-433d-988d-41eef09b8209https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-join-pension-demonstration-in-the-hague/Nautilus members have joined a large demonstration of Dutch workers striking in support of pensions rights since talks collapsed last year in The Netherlands.Wed, 05 Jun 2019 11:55:23 Z2019-06-05T14:53:59Zd5cc1fcf-9bf3-4c09-b64e-2fac6f9f3790https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dead-fish-biogas-to-power-norway-cruise-ships/Expedition cruise company Hurtigruten plans to power its ships with fuel made from dead fish and other organic waste.Wed, 05 Jun 2019 09:49:46 Z2019-06-05T09:57:05Zbea58d36-7192-445d-b9ba-1184526ff86ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/2019/june/po-sues-british-government-over-irrational-handling-of-nodeal-brexit-preparations/P&O Ferries Ltd has sued the British government over its handling of no-deal Brexit preparations, saying that a £33m settlement with Eurotunnel was anti-competitive.Tue, 04 Jun 2019 12:09:40 Z2019-06-04T12:09:40Z91c2dc23-018a-4686-b456-48a474b10b92https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/italy-migrant-rescue-fines-an-unprecedent-attack-on-human-rights/Italy's plans to fine non-government organisations (NGOs) for rescuing migrants at sea is an unprecedented attack on human rights, according to aid groups.Tue, 04 Jun 2019 09:50:19 Z2019-06-05T08:59:54Zee873348-e0c1-4671-ad4e-291086dce270https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-recovers-$16m-in-back-pay-in-first-five-months-of-2019-as-unpaid-wages-soar/The International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) has recovered more than $15.5m in unpaid wages from unscrupulous ship owners in the first five months of 2019.Tue, 04 Jun 2019 08:00:00 Z2019-06-04T08:00:00Zb18c10ec-7f13-487b-a310-337532078e3ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/2020-deadline-for-imo-decision-on-climate-change-targets-for-minimum-vessel-speeds/Decisions on energy efficiency on ships (EEDI) under one of the most important international conventions on marine pollution (MARPOL) have been deferred until the next meeting of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in March 2020Mon, 03 Jun 2019 15:48:19 Z2019-06-03T16:06:59Zdccba7d0-75c0-4af4-9f39-82a6ec1e07d3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-reminded-of-cyber-security-guidelines-in-wake-of-us-coast-guard-warnings/Nautilus members have been reminded of maritime industry guidelines on cyber security for electronic systems in the wake of recent attempted hacking of ships.Mon, 03 Jun 2019 14:15:44 Z2019-06-03T14:51:05Z46304f9d-7aec-426a-8fb2-7870a3491f9fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-extends-solidarity-to-master-arrested-over-budapest-rivercruise-fatalities/Nautilus International has expressed its shock at the latest fatal accident involving a Swiss rivercruise ship on the Danube River in Budapest, which left seven dead and 21 missing.Mon, 03 Jun 2019 13:20:16 Z2019-06-04T14:43:56Z42db9f3b-714d-4da5-8802-467ba104158bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ships-of-the-past-sultana/Our monthly look at vessels from history focuses on the 1865 Sultana disaster, which has been described as America's Titanic.Mon, 03 Jun 2019 12:08:00 Z2019-10-13T15:05:07Z277f5edd-981c-46a1-8477-d76c82466c84https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/international-maritime-bureau-calls-for-vigilance-to-be-maintained-as-piracy-and-armed-robbery-at-sea-dips-in-first-quarter/The International Maritime Bureau has issued a reminder to all maritime staff and seafarers of its 24-hour dedicated security hotline.Mon, 03 Jun 2019 09:14:42 Z2019-06-03T09:21:00Z16e5b7e7-ffc2-4b66-b2d8-00556119b8a6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/quenching-flames-with-knowledge--a-chief-engineers-mission-to-improve-co2-firefighting-training/CO2 is an important weapon for fighting fires onboard ship, but only if used correctly. Andrew Draper speaks to a chief engineer and union chief whose experience has led him to campaign for better training and clearer instructionsFri, 31 May 2019 14:55:07 Z2019-05-31T16:04:49Z3ca155cf-e94b-4b24-ae0f-8bbb4f49076chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tech-savvy-school-leavers-will-be-attracted-to-seafaring-careers-as-ships-go-digital/Tech-savvy school leavers will be attracted to seafaring careers with the introduction of more sophisticated technology onboard, delegates heard at the International Maritime Employers’ Council's (IMEC) 2019 conference in Southampton.Fri, 31 May 2019 13:00:00 Z2019-05-31T13:00:00Z7cd8686a-1ed6-498d-ad8a-4567f1a07772https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tanker-owners-told-to-upgrade-security-in-middle-east/Two groups representing tanker owners and operators have warned members to upgrade maritime security when transiting the Middle East, following the escalation of violence and rising political tensions in the Gulf.Fri, 31 May 2019 08:09:01 Z2019-05-31T08:22:32Z8aebee14-0425-4d18-ba0b-e76c7118f26chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/galley-crew-most-likely-to-jump-ship-due-to-tough-working-conditions/Tough onboard conditions for seafarers working in ship’s galleys could be a factor in crew desertion rates over the past 10 years, an analysis by insurer West of England P&I Club has found.Fri, 31 May 2019 08:00:00 Z2019-05-31T08:00:00Z9e7ace5a-4d6c-4cd7-a359-24fe6553a9b6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/step-by-step-to-maritime-career-success-with-the-slater-fund/Scholarships from the Nautilus JW Slater Fund have helped hundreds of seafarers to progress as maritime professionals. Nautilus Telegraph interview with a beneficiary Terry Streets.Thu, 30 May 2019 15:55:01 Z2019-06-07T12:21:09Z001931c3-a94f-4ae7-ac41-79b7ed3f1624https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-accommodation-at-mariners-park-is-officially-opened/Nautilus International has taken a further step forward in its programme to upgrade and expand its welfare services for former seafarers and their dependents with the official opening of new residential facilities at Mariners' Park in Wallasey.Thu, 30 May 2019 14:51:23 Z2019-05-30T15:26:07Z82e13356-23c1-4e84-98ab-b58998727bbahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-makes-blumenthal-crew-welfare-its-number-one-priority/The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) has launched an international inspection operation against Hamburg-based Johann M. K. Blumenthal, one of Germany’s oldest shipping companies, for its 'continued refusal to recognise seafarers’ welfare and rights'.Thu, 30 May 2019 10:17:24 Z2019-05-30T10:23:18Z96e6ae5a-f473-41cd-954a-15870b8a65c4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/italy-mulls-stricter-controls-of-territorial-waters/The Italian government is preparing stricter controls of its territorial waters after impounding the German owned, Netherlands flagged charity vessel Sea-Watch 3 after it disembarked 65 migrants on the Italian island of Lampedusa between the south of Sicily and north Africa.Thu, 30 May 2019 08:19:00 Z2019-05-30T08:00:00Z1976823d-8d4b-4ea7-ad4f-c6cc8cf08dd5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/etf-calls-for-a-new-progressive-alliance-of-eu-worker-friendly-parties/International unions have warned that trade unions will have to find new ways to lobby European political parties to combat poor working conditions and fend off attacks on workers' rights, following recent European Union elections.Wed, 29 May 2019 15:21:42 Z2019-05-29T15:40:17Z9ab7f5d0-a4d9-46db-afdd-5e14fc2869cehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/manning-review-gets-under-way-at-po-ferries/A Manning Review is underway for all officers employed by P&O Crewing Services and P&O Irish Sea in Jersey to assess market rates in key officer roles.Wed, 29 May 2019 13:41:56 Z2019-12-31T16:08:00Z6f035a3a-9ce4-46e7-85fd-cbdedea743e7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/caribbean-operator-strengthens-line-to-europe-with-third-netherlands-flagged-ship/Martinique-based Caribbean Line is strengthening its Northern Europe–Caribbean service by doubling its two monthly return voyages between secondary ports that are not served by other operators.Wed, 29 May 2019 13:00:00 Z2019-05-29T13:00:00Z2e1ab1f8-75b8-42e2-9fe2-5b4c25496687https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dfds-eyes-strong-growth-in-2019/Danish ro-ro operator DFDS expects strong revenue growth of 10%-12% in 2019 on the back of long-term terminal and infrastructure investments and vessel contracts.Wed, 29 May 2019 08:00:00 Z2019-05-29T08:00:00Zef687b0c-d438-4e53-b9af-d08a4d8bb6dchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-supports-superyacht-crews-following-french-fatal-collision/Nautilus International has noted the quick reaction of the Marine Accidents Investigation Branch (MAIB) in opening an investigation following a collision between two superyachts in the south of France on Saturday 25 May 2019.Tue, 28 May 2019 16:06:04 Z2019-05-29T09:25:56Z3d4fd7ef-fdb7-4e03-bc66-92720e2ab570https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-condemns-decision-to-extend-rules-allowing-non-eu-workers-in-uk-offshore-wind-sector/Nautilus says a UK Home Office decision to extend an immigration waiver that allows offshore wind construction companies to bring in migrant workers from outside the European Economic Area (EEA), risks jobs and training in the sector.Tue, 28 May 2019 08:00:00 Z2019-05-28T08:00:00Z8b11c48e-81c2-46fb-b49f-4fcb272d0d48https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/italys-officers-and-seafarers-unions-welcome-updated-agreement-with-liberty-lines/Hundreds of seafarers employed by the Sicily-based ferry operator Liberty Lines have received job assurances in a new joint agreement with captains’ and officers’ unions headed by USCLAC and the three main seafarers’ unions Filt CGIL, FIT CISL and Uiltrasporti.Tue, 28 May 2019 08:00:00 Z2019-05-28T08:00:00Z1b0e8385-486a-4219-8b42-b16b601255achttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/svitzer-tugboat-crew-demonstrations-continue-over-lack-of-labour-agreements/Employees of towage company Svitzer are taking further industrial action in the Netherlands on Monday 27 May, as disagreements continue over a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA).Fri, 24 May 2019 14:22:30 Z2019-12-31T16:08:46Z8a77f76e-bb4a-4ee6-815b-c818cb8cb848https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-team-tackles-knock-out-football-for-maritime-charity/A Nautilus International football team has gamely played its way through to the knock-out stages of a maritime five-a-side tournament in aid of Seafarers UK.Fri, 24 May 2019 14:00:13 Z2019-05-24T14:09:01Z5de44e5c-f894-4e60-b3b3-e5021d40d9cehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/battle-of-the-atlantic-memorial-appeal-campaign-appoints-new-chairman-and-president/A charity leading a fund-raising campaign to build an international memorial to the 100,000 people who lost their lives during the Battle of the Atlantic in World War Two, is seeking government funding towards its target of £2.5m.Fri, 24 May 2019 10:24:48 Z2019-05-24T10:43:35Z824a40c3-2912-4c9d-ac51-74c75e7798efhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-investigates-seatruck-fatality-following-dock-death/The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) is investigating the death of a Seatruck seafarer during cargo discharge operations in Liverpool. The 30-year-old Seatruck Progress crewmember suffered fatal injury following a collision with a lorry at Bootle docks on May 15.Fri, 24 May 2019 10:21:06 Z2019-05-24T11:12:17Z2522d4d8-cf52-4c07-8c4e-d056ac4a6b4dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-flags-concerns-over-uksr-opening-registration-to-global-shipowners/Nautilus International has written to the Maritime & Coast Guard Agency (MCA) expressing its concerns over the 'potentially damaging effects' of recent moves to expand ownership eligibility for the UK Ship Register (UKSR) to shipowners from across the globe.Thu, 23 May 2019 11:26:00 Z2019-06-13T09:47:46Z49778980-f75a-4c0e-bb9b-93734436ed76https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/london-marine-insurance-market-joint-war-committee-extends-list-of--high-risk-waters/The Joint War Committee (JWC) of the London marine insurance market has extended the list of waters deemed as high risk to include Oman, the UAE and the Persian Gulf.Thu, 23 May 2019 08:16:42 Z2019-05-23T08:22:26Z622ed5ab-e8d3-4fb6-8dba-30c86ce7b19dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ferry-safety-fears-flagged-as-passengers-and-crew-stranded-off-croatia/Safety fears over older ferries have been raised after a 1980-built Cyprus-flagged ferry carrying 250 passengers and 92 crew members was stranded off Croatia in a Force 7 gale.Thu, 23 May 2019 08:00:00 Z2019-05-23T08:00:00Z68209a83-ae55-40fd-82ce-115783e37f67https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-marine-simulator-centre-expected-to-play-a-pivotal-role-in-uk-maritime-2050-policy/A £7m state-of-the-art new marine simulator centre - claimed to be one of the largest and most sophisticated in Europe - has been officially opened at Solent University in Southampton.Wed, 22 May 2019 15:18:47 Z2019-05-22T19:20:43Z1fc0c615-d40d-4f7a-b698-4682575f7afahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/how-nautilus-provides-expert-support-for-superyacht-seafarers/With its MCA-accredited Service Record Book and a strong record of winning employment cases, Nautilus is attracting large numbers of new members in the superyacht sector. We meet the partner organisations who help deliver services to yacht crew.Wed, 22 May 2019 13:30:00 Z2025-08-01T09:16:16Z7177ca66-67d4-4e46-960b-5ffce1e169b7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/grimaldi-calls-for-stringent-controls-after-second-roro-catches-fire/Italy-based Grimaldi Group is calling for more stringent controls and regulations related to the transport of dangerous cargo at sea following recent incidents in which cargo caught fire on two of its ships.Wed, 22 May 2019 09:39:16 Z2019-05-22T09:45:56Z817c99af-e50d-4b3d-9c2d-76685af416b5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/catalogue-of-failures-found-in-stellar-daisy-accident-investigation-report/Dry bulker safety is back in the spotlight as catastrophic structural failures and poor repair history are found to be at fault for the deaths of 22 crew aboard Marshall Islands flagged very large ore carrier. Andrew Linington lifts the lid on the damning safety reportTue, 21 May 2019 15:21:21 Z2023-12-11T15:29:58Zd8bc6824-b11e-4353-90a4-3efddf3216a1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/european-elections-whats-in-it-for-maritime-workers/The importance of seafarers having a voice in Europe on fair transport and social policy has been flagged ahead of the European elections taking place in the UK and Netherlands on 23 May 2019.Tue, 21 May 2019 15:20:43 Z2019-05-21T21:10:27Z2ae48303-ff4c-40d7-ac50-ec40525993fehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/uk-maritime-welfare-charities-find-a-creative-way-to-connect-crews/Many seafarers can only get internet access when in port, but if there’s no time to get to a seafarer centre, they can still find themselves without a strong and secure signal to help them contact their families. Luckily, UK welfare charities may have found a solution, as Andrew Linington reportsTue, 21 May 2019 13:50:09 Z2019-05-22T15:04:22Za39346c6-265e-47ea-8dac-ddbf18340d78https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/land-locked-captain-longs-to-return-to-sea/Captain Romina Perrone, an Italian national who has worked on deep-sea liquefied petroleum gas tankers, an also gas and oil tankers, has spent the last nine years on land, but reckons her heart remains at sea.Tue, 21 May 2019 13:00:00 Z2019-05-22T09:02:20Z075e84bd-eaf7-412b-a1d2-56a9c1cbeefbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/head-of-membership-meets-national-workboat-association/Nautilus head of Recruitment and Membership Derek Byrne met with National Workboat Association chief-executive elect Kerrie Forster to discuss the Union' objectives and goals within workboat sector.Tue, 21 May 2019 08:00:00 Z2019-05-28T13:12:11Za667ffc9-4531-482d-adfa-6cfc1746f532https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/first-four-uk-companies-gain-women-in-maritime-diversity-charter-certification/The UK Women in Maritime Charter gender diversity programme has been formally launched with four UK companies signing up to the full programme.Mon, 20 May 2019 13:44:00 Z2019-05-20T14:40:13Z9e84ab40-b97a-44f3-b323-e1f7a1faddcahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/sailors-society-issues-rallying-cry-over-seafarers-mental-health/The Sailors' Society maritime charity has launched a campaign to tackle suicide and depression at sea.Mon, 20 May 2019 13:03:38 Z2019-06-19T11:54:35Ze0d7ef5d-7fba-42ae-b6ef-0f31a608b94bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/grande-america-sinking-shows-profitability-more-important-than-crew/The sinking of the Grande America roll-on/roll-off containership off France in March shows that profitability is more important than human life, security and the environment, according to French FOMM-CGT maritime officers’ union general secretary Jean-Philippe Chateil.Mon, 20 May 2019 13:00:00 Z2019-05-20T13:00:00Zf1f6b2e7-7181-4dc1-b99c-5649bb3c7a0chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/continuing-seafarer-deaths-in-enclosed-spaces-a-scandal-in-face-of-new-findings-says-nautilus/Seafarers and dock workers are still dying while working in enclosed spaces onboard vessels because there is not enough understanding of the risks faced onboard, according to new research.Mon, 20 May 2019 10:23:00 Z2019-05-20T11:32:29Z839ee06d-5786-4230-a386-907eb773a8cbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/reporting-red-tape-to-be-reduced-with-maritime-single-window/Masters' port reporting workloads will be reduced on arrival and departure with the recent launch of a maritime 'single window' in Antigua and Barbuda.Mon, 20 May 2019 09:30:00 Z2019-05-20T09:47:03Zed9bdbf8-75c2-43d8-a638-1b457c4d032ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/european-fisheries-control-agency-patrol-vessel-equipped-with-anti-pollution-gear/A European Fisheries Control Agency (EFCA) chartered patrol vessel - the Lundy Sentinel - has been equipped with anti-pollution equipment to help mop up oil spills.Mon, 20 May 2019 08:47:03 Z2019-05-20T08:56:37Z4d1b7855-d8fb-4ad0-bb10-5a6c045bb510https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-right-to-be-well-should-seafarer-wellbeing-be-enshrined-in-maritime-law/As shocking statistics on seafarer suicides and depression are published, calls are growing for crew wellbeing to be linked with ship safety and included in international regulations. Meanwhile, shipowners are being urged to improve onboard internet access, as an increasing body of research underlines the importance of connectivity in combatting loneliness and isolation. Helen Kelly reportsMon, 20 May 2019 08:37:50 Z2019-05-20T13:11:46Z9630a11e-3da3-4261-a384-d5d068c7e19bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-call-for-gulf-maritime-safety-assurances/Global seafarers’ unions have expressed concern about the suspected 'sabotage' of four commercial ships off the coast of the United Arab Emirates and the rising political tensions in the Gulf.Mon, 20 May 2019 08:21:21 Z2019-05-20T15:38:35Zb28d7e17-05cf-43fb-9126-3add42566553https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/bulk-carrier-casualties-claim-188-seafarers-lives-in-10-years/One hundred and eighty-eight seafarers have lost their lives in bulk carrier casualties in the past decade, an average of 19 deaths annually, according to Intercargo’s Bulk Carrier Report 2018.Mon, 20 May 2019 08:00:00 Z2019-05-20T08:00:00Z2e395270-60d3-43e8-8bc4-108230beea36https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/golden-year-for-dutch-superyacht-sector/The Dutch superyacht sector has strengthened further in the past year with record prices for new build yachts, the HISWA Holland Yachting Group says.Fri, 17 May 2019 15:29:50 Z2019-05-17T15:39:08Z590b5e84-e460-42ec-951f-efb708c93908https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-supports-yacht-members-at-palma-show/Union staff Pauline Parry and Danny McGowan were on hand to speak to members, strategic partners and other contacts, ensuring that the Union maintained its presence at one of the largest Mediterranean superyacht events of the year.Fri, 17 May 2019 14:47:59 Z2021-11-03T11:37:52Z5f7ee5fa-2008-416f-a479-d0abe18661b0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/healthy-body-healthy-mind/It’s not always easy to eat a balanced diet onboard ship, and there are concerns in the industry that poor catering can contribute to mental health problems as well as weight gain. But one maritime catering firm MCTC believes it has the solution.Fri, 17 May 2019 12:54:34 Z2019-05-20T15:29:36Z319b62f6-ead7-40ee-a425-920914fa7865https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-pass-the-baton-at-uk-harbour-masters-association/Twenty-one years ago, Nautilus member Peter Moth agreed to take over as executive officer at the UK Harbour Masters' Association (UKHMA) as a 'temporary stand-in' following the sudden illness of his predecessor.Fri, 17 May 2019 09:23:33 Z2019-05-17T14:29:20Z5ee1fbb1-92f6-4676-a4cf-101ae52a6127https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-video-message-for-international-day-against-homophobia-transphobia-and-biphobia/Nautilus International is supporting the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia on 17 May 2019 and has taken part in a video produced by the International Transport Workers’ Federation to commemorate the day.Fri, 17 May 2019 08:30:00 Z2019-05-17T08:45:18Zd247e611-7823-4067-be22-9f76e0a0f8a5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dolphin-pod-racing-video-creates-waves-in-nautilusinmarsat-photo-competition/A Nautilus member's incredible video of dolphins racing a cargo vessel is the latest thought-provoking entry in the Union's Life at Sea photo competition, sponsored by Inmarsat.Thu, 16 May 2019 08:59:50 Z2019-05-16T10:49:50Z1a18c0cb-9d67-47e2-9b40-fdbbcbfc80d3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/recruit-and-win-anniversary-offer-to-members/To celebrate 10 years as the world's first cross-boundary union Nautilus, is offering members the chance to recruit and win vouchers during its anniversary year which started on 15 May 2019.Tue, 14 May 2019 15:37:49 Z2020-04-17T11:04:36Ze615c6b8-3ff0-4d76-af40-56d9edb82301https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-joins-calls-for-job-protection-policies-as-part-of-oil-and-gas-decommissioning/Nautilus International has joined with climate and energy organisations to call on the Scottish and UK governments to ensure that jobs and skills are protected when devising policies for the UK’s future energy needs.Tue, 14 May 2019 14:23:23 Z2019-05-14T15:27:41Zceba91e1-ff18-4baf-9585-10426018a4edhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/un-agency-launches-new-global-project-to-tackle-maritime-ghg-emissions/An international project to support the International Maritime Organization (IMO)'s initial strategy for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from shipping has been launched during a meeting of the UN-body's Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC).Tue, 14 May 2019 14:12:05 Z2019-06-03T16:04:49Z969be5d5-2d71-4b97-b2a7-a6d318fbe8c1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ocean-health-and-sustainability-top-of-the-agenda-as-uksa-partners-with-final-straw/Seafarer trainees studying with Nautilus superyacht strategic partner UKSA will learn how they can help prevent plastic pollution as part of their studies thanks to a new partnership the charity and yacht training centre has set up with environmental organisation Final Straw Solent.Tue, 14 May 2019 10:40:31 Z2019-05-14T11:42:38Zd1866112-97a8-45ad-94f4-bb507aa3eab2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cruiseship-crash-sparks-new-zealand-wharf-warning/Port authorities across New Zealand have been warned of the need to ensure that they have the infrastructure to handle large vessels following an incident in which a 41,865gt cruiseship broke free from its moorings and struck a nearby vessel.Tue, 14 May 2019 08:00:00 Z2021-08-09T12:37:04Z36a6e940-28e4-48d3-963b-3b10f9cfc62ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-attends-imo-meeting-amid-renewed-protests-over-shippings-role-in-climate-change/Climate change protestors sent a stark reminder that 'the world is watching' as International Maritime Organization (IMO) Member States gathered at its headquarters in London to debate shipping's impact on air pollution and ecosystems.Mon, 13 May 2019 13:44:16 Z2019-06-07T12:47:59Z74dc82c4-099d-4e99-bb60-776972dbb2bahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dynamic-positioning-training-in-the-spotlight-following-wind-turbine-crash/A sweeping overhaul of dynamic positioning training and procedures has been ordered following an incident in which a Dutch-flagged offshore support vessel struck a wind turbine in the Baltic.Mon, 13 May 2019 08:00:00 Z2023-01-17T11:00:37Zd0433abc-570a-449b-af79-8b0ffddd3c28https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/spera-named-etf-acting-general-secretary/The European Transport Workers’ Federation has appointed Livia Spera as acting general secretary.Fri, 10 May 2019 16:04:34 Z2019-05-10T16:13:37Z4e434a32-83a6-4984-9e40-9ea292a4e281https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/first-unmanned-cargo-vessel-negotiates-the-english-channel/A British autonomous Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV) has made history by successfully completing a cargo run across the world's busiest shipping lanes from the UK to Belgium.Fri, 10 May 2019 15:45:10 Z2019-05-10T15:58:05Z85bfc6f4-2ee7-4241-90df-40649dc2da0ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pando-ferries-crew-assured-on-jobs-after-european-endeavour-sale/Nautilus members working for P&O Irish Sea (Jersey) Ltd have received assurances that there will be no redundancies following the sale of European Endeavour to Finnish shipping company Eckero Line.Fri, 10 May 2019 15:21:54 Z2019-12-31T16:09:25Z8cd9bb3c-7c4c-4c93-bb96-c44bf9a974f4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/employers-failing-to-support-seafarers-move-ashore/Preliminary findings from a survey into seafarers moving in to shore-based roles, found that 75% of respondents received no support from their company when they considering swallowing the anchor.Fri, 10 May 2019 15:01:10 Z2019-06-21T13:03:27Zbdf0f175-82f9-464a-97e3-99198faa07e2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mol-rolls-out-augmented-reality-navigation-systems-on-21-tankers/Japanese shipping firm Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) is to install augmented reality (AR) navigation systems on 21 VLCCs following successful trials on two ships.Fri, 10 May 2019 13:00:00 Z2019-05-10T14:20:39Ze848ef48-bb27-4319-b513-ddc9b28a43c6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/spanish-ship-owners-launch-20-point-rescue-plan/ANAVE, the Spanish ship owners' association, has drafted a 20-point plan to re-launch Spain's maritime sector.Fri, 10 May 2019 08:00:00 Z2019-05-10T08:00:00Z18f3e669-4a20-4a33-aa31-e47941f6f65bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/estonia-shipwreck-disaster-in-court-after-25-years/French classification society Bureau Veritas and German shipbuilder Meyer Werft are back in court contesting responsibility for the Estonia shipwreck 25 years after 852 people lost their lives in one of the worst maritime disasters of the 20th century.Thu, 09 May 2019 13:00:00 Z2019-05-09T13:00:00Z5c829383-22a3-43b5-aff5-900deffac6d0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-would-come-to-standstill-without-seafarers-shipping-minister/UK Shipping Minister Nusrat Ghani has slammed parts of the maritime industry for failing to live up to its responsibility on jobs, skills and conditions.Thu, 09 May 2019 10:37:19 Z2019-05-13T14:58:39Zdfc804a1-7c58-4802-bf03-e3703136fec2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/french-union-praises-swift-fire-action-aboard-brittany-ferries-vessel/French CGT maritime union ecological association Mor Glaz has hailed the master and crew of Brittany Ferries’ 2004-built, 2,415-passenger capacity Pont-Aven for their swift action in containing a machine room fire that broke out while sailing from Plymouth to Santander 142km from the French coast.Thu, 09 May 2019 08:00:00 Z2019-05-09T08:00:00Ze44dbfd3-8fb0-45e2-a4a8-91fa912788b5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/sailors-society-in-mental-health-training-giveaway-as-part-of-antisuicide-campaign/Maritime charity the Sailors' Society, in collaboration with Humans at Sea, is giving away 200 free e-licenses to its mental health training.Wed, 08 May 2019 14:14:01 Z2019-05-08T14:28:41Z1a46c8c0-350b-4d6e-8a38-1792240c2910https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/crew-abandonment-cases-could-hit-highs-in-2019/Crew abandonment cases in 2019 could reach above-average highs after a total of 13 cases were recorded in the year to March.Wed, 08 May 2019 11:00:00 Z2019-05-08T11:00:00Z9b50a52e-ade7-4b99-9f31-91f9b643b89dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/italian-court-clears-costa-concordia-master-of-environmental-damage/Captain Francesco Schettino has avoided further penalties for environmental crimes pursuant to the 13 January 2012 capsize of the Costa Concordia cruise ship after it hit rocks off the Tuscan island of Giglio, killing 32 people.Wed, 08 May 2019 08:00:00 Z2019-05-08T08:00:00Z0362567c-45d6-457a-a02a-41e8848929f7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tailbacks-and-late-sailings-as-french-unions-protest-brexit-recruitment-failures/French customs unions in Calais and Dunkirk continue industrial action over government failures to hold Brexit employment talks, causing huge tailbacks on the road network and late sailings at the northern French ports.Tue, 07 May 2019 15:21:33 Z2019-05-07T15:37:04Zf64dbd9b-5bd5-4613-a1f5-5aae1f3934e3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-flag-states-risk-white-list-status/The International Maritime Organization’s STCW white list of top-rated flag states would be decimated if requirements to report information were strictly enforced, according to a recent Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) report.Tue, 07 May 2019 12:22:15 Z2019-10-07T10:24:31Zf25b9413-b8ea-4116-aa36-cffa6ff66f31https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/europe-must-back-mediterranean-search-and-rescue/European governments have been called on to back Mediterranean Search and Rescue operations ahead of an expected surge in attempted crossings this summer.Tue, 07 May 2019 10:09:22 Z2019-05-07T10:52:18Zc3b5199a-1f68-4ff4-8634-378ac4d7ee6bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-vessel-for-vine-trust/A former naval auxiliary vessel is being converted in the Scottish port of Greenock into a floating medical centre for the Vine Trust that will be used to deliver healthcare in remote and isolated areas around the worldFri, 03 May 2019 13:10:14 Z2019-05-03T13:15:16Z6e25f9c7-6289-4bd6-9189-0c96d3868c7bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/concerns-over-containership-safety-raised-at-annual-salvage-conference/Salvors are worried about the challenges posed by the increasing complexity of containership incidents.Fri, 03 May 2019 12:17:13 Z2019-05-03T12:59:02Ze9816b49-820a-423a-8a1d-19704e473694https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/taxing-task-for-general-secretary-of-danish-union-lederne-sofart/New leader of the Danish officers’ union Lederne Søfart is looking to UK seafaring as a source of inspiration for his members.Fri, 03 May 2019 10:51:19 Z2019-12-06T14:26:05Zb0ae391c-2cf6-40b4-9a57-2d2a749b174ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/have-maritime-compapies-closed-their-gender-pay-gap/April 2019 was the second time that large UK companies have been required to report their gender pay gap data – showing the difference in average hourly pay between men and women across an organisation. Helen Kelly looks at UK maritime employers to see how they fared in the challenge of closing the gap since their last reportFri, 03 May 2019 10:20:00 Z2019-05-23T10:39:56Z4cc1e8c4-64ea-42ef-93e7-0654eb40aaachttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/be-prepared-for-extreme-rogue-waves/The shipping industry needs to take note of new research revealing an increase in the severity of 'rogue' waves, Nautilus warns.Fri, 03 May 2019 10:04:34 Z2019-12-06T14:28:48Zf9178fac-6010-437a-ac28-645bfe37d51ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/walking-to-work-across-the-waves/The successful introduction of Bibby Marine Services' first service operations vessel (SOV) has spurred the construction of a second ship – which will lead to more jobs for British seafarers. Andrew Linington reportsFri, 03 May 2019 08:55:30 Z2019-12-16T16:23:57Zf70d1b20-e27d-4fa9-a051-f3aa542940afhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-questions-unseaworthy-ruling/Nautilus has raised questions about the potential impact of a precedent-setting UK court case, which found that a ship was rendered unseaworthy by a deficient passage planFri, 03 May 2019 08:20:12 Z2019-05-13T13:28:29Z62a153ac-1e0b-46b7-b6ed-11eda6a5878ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-urged-to-help-set-union-agenda/Members are urged to formally submit proposals for debate at the upcoming Union General Meeting in Rotterdam this October.Wed, 01 May 2019 16:03:00 Z2019-05-01T16:15:08Z8d27e3af-07fa-4665-9da9-a9c8ef5fbe34https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/half-of-maritime-employees-actively-seeking-a-new-job/Job insecurity is increasing among workers in the shore-based maritime sector, according to a new survey.Wed, 01 May 2019 15:00:00 Z2019-05-01T16:32:30Za37c058a-712a-4c0a-a3d7-1c837bbd4c37https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-women-unite-for-progress-at-international-conference2/Nautilus Council member Captain Jessica Tyson reports from the April 2019 Empowering Women in the Maritime Community conference, which she attended as a representative of the Human Rights at Sea charity.Wed, 01 May 2019 15:00:00 Z2019-05-02T09:31:00Z393b53e2-fb7e-4a16-a10f-17dda157ecdchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ships-of-the-past-delius/This month's look at vessels consigned to history remembers the Lamport & Holt Line cargo liner Delius, the first of three sisterships completed between 1937 and 1945.Wed, 01 May 2019 11:37:00 Z2019-07-08T12:20:04Zdef7be9c-12d5-4b65-8bbd-0da104d50e77https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-rhine-dream-fulfilled-as-nautilus-trustee-joins-barge-crew/Retiring Nautilus International trustee John Lang fulfils an ambition to sail just once as a bargeman on the Rhine.Tue, 30 Apr 2019 12:49:18 Z2019-12-31T16:18:28Zd61793ec-b3b9-4cc3-ad59-fae7df484afehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-is-on-board-with-imo-day-of-the-seafarer-gender-equality-theme/Making seafaring more appealing to a diverse and quality crew is the aim of 2019's Day of the Seafarer (DotS) on 25 June, held annually by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).Mon, 29 Apr 2019 13:34:40 Z2019-04-30T11:52:35Za3d22753-4627-48a1-a5ae-a6a9becf5638https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-british-built-freight-ferry-set-to-join-red-funnels-isle-of-wight-service/New British-built freight ferry set to join Red Funnel’s Isle of Wight serviceMon, 29 Apr 2019 11:22:35 Z2019-04-29T11:27:12Z09c2e4d3-91d0-4f11-9326-0804813ca005https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-new-chief-executive-for-seafarers-uk/Nautilus has welcomed the announcement of a new chief executive of Seafarers UK - Catherine Spencer – who formally takes over the helm from Commodore Barry Bryant when he retires after 17 years of service on 26 July 2019.Mon, 29 Apr 2019 10:44:33 Z2019-04-29T16:13:39Z1578bdf8-47d5-413c-8e7c-13db6c7483b2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/royal-return-for-city-of-glasgow-college-half-century-anniversary/Past and present were linked in February this year with a special 50th anniversary visit to Scotland’s leading nautical college …Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:48:57 Z2019-10-13T14:42:51Z88e24c4d-015a-4af4-b169-014955926010https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/red-kestrel-takes-flight/New Isle of Wight freight ferry, Red Kestrel, hailed as part of the revival of British shipbuilding.Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:06:56 Z2020-01-08T11:06:51Zd8d4807d-0eac-4e4b-bc50-1d7baf60e526https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/fresh-faces-on-nautilus-council-after-election-results-announced/Nautilus Council now has six new faces as a result of the 2019 election results.Thu, 18 Apr 2019 14:15:19 Z2019-04-23T08:25:00Zff87aab3-952a-423c-8da5-f7555c22ca2ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-fines-for-exploitation-of-tugboat-crew/Nautilus International has welcomed a Dutch court final ruling on the underpayment of crew onboard tugboats in the Amsterdam Port Area.Thu, 18 Apr 2019 12:27:59 Z2019-04-18T15:00:04Z5368426b-102c-46a4-82c6-430cf8fcb0a9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/us-union-wins-long-running-shore-leave-battle/The US Masters, Mates & Pilots (MM&P) union has welcomed the end of a 10-year battle to secure seafarers’ rights to go ashore when their ships visit ports and terminals in the country.Thu, 18 Apr 2019 10:00:00 Z2019-04-18T10:44:43Za2ad829a-fd56-42ed-a58b-bfaf52852b35https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-secures-wages-for-starving-crew/Nautilus/ITF inspector Paul Keenan came to the aid this year of the crew of a Russian-flagged ship who had almost run out of food and water.Thu, 18 Apr 2019 07:38:39 Z2019-04-18T09:40:27Z1b236a64-4b95-49d7-9beb-51c927167bachttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-increases-pressure-for-cbas-on-scottish-ferries/Nautilus has called for the Scottish government to establish a collective bargaining agreement for seafarers working on two freight ferries serving the Northern Isles.Wed, 17 Apr 2019 15:24:34 Z2019-04-17T15:55:35Zd557ca35-d9c3-4ab0-be6b-3f8ace4e46adhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/yacht-crew-urged-to-drop-in-on-union-at-palma-superyacht-show/Nautilus yacht crew members attending the seventh Palma Superyacht Show are urged to drop in on Nautilus representatives who will be on hand to answer questions on sea service verification and work-related issues.Wed, 17 Apr 2019 15:00:00 Z2021-11-03T10:38:24Zd5d08222-84b2-4c9c-9550-d3728febd73fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/job-hunting-webinar-on-linkedin-offered-to-nautilus-members/Job hunting Nautilus members wondering if their LinkedIn profile is generating real interest from recruiters or hiring managers are being offered new insights via a webinar on 13 May 2019.Wed, 17 Apr 2019 14:53:00 Z2019-04-17T15:50:42Z8f39724d-cbf2-4214-ad53-0ff08448f2efhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-secures-three-year-pay-rise-at-holland-america-line/Nautilus members serving in the Holland America Line fleet have accepted a 9% pay rise over three-years.Wed, 17 Apr 2019 08:58:34 Z2019-04-17T09:04:30Z5f2e0ae4-8fcd-4ccd-8f46-fb936280e33ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-international-celebrates-a-decade-of-service-for-maritime-professionals/Nautilus International celebrates its 10th anniversary, 2019, marking a decade of pioneering a trans-boundary union for maritime professionals.Tue, 16 Apr 2019 14:18:09 Z2021-08-31T12:19:24Z3eeb0ad0-5483-405a-ab1e-0545260019c6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wage-rage-report-reveals-a-generations-coordinated-fight-against-low-pay/Nautilus members were reminded of UK seafarer entitlements under the National Minimum Wage (NMW) when working in UK waters in light of a 2019 study highlighting poor pay rates for younger workers.Tue, 16 Apr 2019 11:54:00 Z2020-05-13T12:05:33Z28bfb600-c15a-450f-9996-0da4001298a8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-communications-strategy-wins-recognition-at-european-membership-awards/Nautilus International won the Bronze award in the main category of the European Association Awards.Tue, 16 Apr 2019 11:16:41 Z2019-04-16T11:28:46Z334cd99a-c669-43bb-b69e-cbde155718abhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/svitzer-tug-crew-strike-for-third-time/Employees of Dutch towing company Svitzer went on strike for the third time at the ports of Amsterdam and Rotterdam.Tue, 16 Apr 2019 08:20:14 Z2019-04-16T09:57:20Z5ec4f9c3-362c-4128-8aaa-cb4a44ddfe11https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/register-now-for-pride-in-london-with-nautilus/Nautilus staff and members are gearing up for their annual attendance at Pride in London, taking place on Saturday 6 July 2019.Mon, 15 Apr 2019 13:56:30 Z2019-04-17T09:37:03Zcaaa4b32-53d7-4b69-b47b-ca37fec5c82dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-expands-accommodation-for-retired-mariners-and-their-dependants-with-john-fay-house/A new apartment block named after John Fay – a former trustee of the ITF Seafarers Trust – is the latest phase of accommodation for retired seafarers and veterans of global conflict to open at Nautilus Mariners' Park.Fri, 12 Apr 2019 11:25:09 Z2019-05-30T15:07:46Zf310f03e-cac1-463f-b85e-5a9a631239a0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-supports-svitzer-tug-crew-action-on-working-hours/Employees of towing company Svitzer Euromed went on strike for the second time this week after Svitzer management let expire an ultimatum on working hours from partner unions Nautilus International and FNV Havens.Thu, 11 Apr 2019 15:33:39 Z2019-04-16T08:30:48Z81b77a40-076a-42ed-9fef-55b03e67e2eahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/caseworker-for-retired-seafarers-swallows-the-anchor/A Nautilus Welfare Fund caseworker who helped generate £1.5m in benefits for UK retired seafarers during her service has herself now swallowed the anchor.Thu, 11 Apr 2019 13:28:16 Z2019-05-30T15:10:58Z6a2d8fce-b659-440d-97d0-d0ca4ff45d4fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/brexit-effect-risk-to-seafaring-jobs/The 'Brexit effect' could have severe long term consequences on British seafaring jobs, the Nautilus International UK National Committee heard on Tuesday.Thu, 11 Apr 2019 10:51:25 Z2019-08-27T16:14:35Z6d8cba36-5f68-48d9-a76f-93225d2ba5behttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-new-take-on-ancient-tech-as-sail-power-makes-a-comeback/The future face of the shipping industry could be very different, with sail power staging a remarkable comeback.Tue, 09 Apr 2019 06:30:00 Z2019-04-30T09:26:58Z9d38899d-3d36-427d-ac65-b4cdd668564fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/chartership-pinnacles-of-achievement/Chartered Master Mariner status is a high honour granted to shipmasters who have made an exceptional contribution to the UK maritime sector.Mon, 08 Apr 2019 14:52:03 Z2020-01-08T11:27:14Zceaa62d6-611a-4ae0-ae04-f13651f8004dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/clyde-pioneers-a-look-at-women-in-british-maritime-education/Clyde pioneers: a look at women in British maritime educationMon, 08 Apr 2019 13:27:19 Z2019-05-01T13:54:59Z6ec1e6c8-0e37-4586-b847-03a187580655https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-council-member-takes-on-costa-concordia-blame-game/Nautilus Council member's report on how vital lessons about ship safety and the wellbeing of seafarers are being lost because of the Costa Concordia blame controversy.Mon, 08 Apr 2019 12:16:35 Z2020-01-30T10:00:23Z3f1fc64f-ab08-4d19-b2d7-6a5ba14e304bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nominations-invited-for-2019-merchant-navy-medal-award/Nautilus members are urged to send in nominations for the prestigious Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service.Fri, 05 Apr 2019 14:42:11 Z2019-04-05T15:01:45Zd78bd2d0-bd8b-4654-970b-f6cd2f84e44bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-adds-voice-to-condemnation-of-bruneis-homophobic-laws/Nautilus has added its voice to global condemnation of new laws in the Kingdom of Brunei that punishes homosexual sex with death by stoning.Fri, 05 Apr 2019 13:48:58 Z2019-06-11T15:22:19Zd20cd109-ccab-408d-b938-be5579cc7703https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-urges-extreme-caution-over-oligarch-yacht-dispute/Nautilus International is urging officers and seafarers to exercise extreme caution in dealings with the Marshall Islands flagged M/Y Luna, a luxury superyacht caught up in a bitter divorce dispute between a rowing Russian Oligarch and his ex-wife.Wed, 03 Apr 2019 14:00:00 Z2019-05-22T13:29:30Zaed8e301-d21e-42c8-84c4-bcd4d0fbf946https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-industrial-officers-passion-for-running-is-formula-for-success/Nautilus Dutch industrial officer and keen runner Jos Hilberding was hard to outpace in a sprint to the finish of the 12th annual Runners World business run, on a former Forumula One racetrack in the Netherlands.Wed, 03 Apr 2019 11:19:59 Z2019-04-03T11:33:34Z58c580fd-488d-4702-916d-8fa1b35faa39https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/making-seafaring-more-appealing-for-a-diverse-and-quality-crew/Nautilus contributed to a top-level meeting addressing the challenges and issues that may dissuade some new entrants and cause experienced seafarers to leave the seagoing profession.Tue, 02 Apr 2019 11:57:02 Z2020-01-08T11:44:57Z83a2b2c5-1bf6-4765-921d-b3c1b0e44ef1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ships-of-the-past-oranje-nassau/Our monthly look at vessels long-since consigned to history focuses on the Netherlands-flagged passenger/cargo liner Oranje Nassau.Mon, 01 Apr 2019 13:29:00 Z2019-07-08T11:57:21Z65039c88-3e5c-4967-9069-f58bd81705bahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-maritime-training-report-a-wake-up-call-for-the-industry/Union says major improvements are required in UK cadets' pay, conditions and training experiences.Mon, 01 Apr 2019 12:22:14 Z2020-01-09T13:43:07Z7246a9c8-c9f2-4f3c-98cc-16497cdbe7d5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-government-to-fund-initiative-encouraging-women-into-sea-careers/On IWD 2019, UK shipping minister Nusrat Ghani announced that the Department for Transport had given £100,000 to an educational charity to support the promotion of maritime careers for women.Fri, 29 Mar 2019 18:29:17 Z2019-03-29T19:33:30Z3743c6ee-afe3-433c-8188-8ff9949be819https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stena-boosts-equality-efforts/Stena Line, a major employer of Nautilus members, chose International Women's Day to launch a new 'sustainability focus area': Equality and inclusion.Fri, 29 Mar 2019 18:22:46 Z2019-03-29T18:28:20Zabc5e50f-7e4d-422b-8b0d-280487127f64https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/towards-a-better-gender-balance-at-sea/International Women's Day is a significant date in the calendar of the trade union movement, and an opportunity for the maritime industry to redouble its efforts to recruit and retain more female seafarers.Fri, 29 Mar 2019 17:17:55 Z2019-04-10T09:12:19Za506417a-4e44-4b73-945a-81e1c8f5d8b4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/international-organisations-agree-joint-plan-at-ilo-to-improve-gender-balance-at-sea/Seafarer, shipowner and government representatives came together from across the globe at the International Labour Organisation (ILO) in Geneva in March 2019 to set objectives for improving the recruitment and retention of women seafarers.Fri, 29 Mar 2019 16:23:54 Z2019-04-26T15:42:13Z8131b850-7f7c-4334-b93e-a3db54d9d180https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/training_failures_put_500_officers_certification_at_risk/UK Certificates of Competency (CoC) for 500 serving officers have been have been put at risk by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) following the discovery of failures by an MCA-approved STCW short course provider based in India.Wed, 27 Mar 2019 15:29:40 Z2019-03-27T16:34:10Zd512ae37-5da0-47de-9b19-ddb1aea36e19https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-backs-maib-warning-to-lorry-drivers/Nautilus backs MAIB warning to lorry driversWed, 27 Mar 2019 13:55:17 Z2019-03-27T14:01:34Zd0ddfebc-1317-43b5-ba06-1e946ba7298ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-young-maritime-professionals-join-europe-fair-transport-action/Nautilus Young Maritime Professionals (YMP) presented a successful motion on fair transport for Europe at the Trades Union Congress Young Workers Conference in London in 2019.Wed, 27 Mar 2019 10:06:25 Z2024-04-11T11:05:22Z39ff315a-94ca-4d51-85a9-2e5eba3c160chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/london-gateway-offers-warmer-welcome-for-visiting-crews/The container port has opened a bright new seafarer centre after a £10,000 upgrade.Tue, 26 Mar 2019 00:00:00 Z2022-07-05T11:17:49Z224b8f92-4336-4eb4-9852-30a14a201065https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/putting-both-ship-and-port-standards-in-order/Nautilus Council member Captain Michael Lloyd responds to an article on slipping standards of seamanship by Richard Ballantyne of the British Ports Association.Mon, 25 Mar 2019 14:28:00 Z2019-03-25T14:53:12Z028b0524-3d47-4e4f-98d9-6dee01244d6ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/transport-workers-unite-against-poor-working-conditions/The Fair Transport campaign will see unions across Europe joining forces to demand better conditions and fair competition.Thu, 21 Mar 2019 11:06:08 Z2019-03-21T16:52:32Za5a5469a-f342-4a2d-b8f6-6b648c9e3ad5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/swiss-river-cruises-boom-at-the-expense-of-employees/Decent work for European river cruise crew will be highlighted by Nautilus International in Switzerland on 25 March to mark the beginning of the sector’s 2019 season and in support of the European Transport Workers’ Federation (ETF) Fair Transport campaign.Wed, 20 Mar 2019 16:45:21 Z2019-03-27T11:15:12Z0988b1ff-a978-4728-af97-c6e9e237dfebhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nominations-open-for-2019-nautilus-awards/Nominations open for 2019 Nautilus AwardsTue, 19 Mar 2019 10:55:19 Z2026-03-20T16:33:56Z27be0ed9-665c-4ed2-8059-b680b838e93ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-invited-to-register-now-for-the-general-meeting-2019/Nautilus members invited to register now for the General Meeting 2019!Mon, 18 Mar 2019 16:36:29 Z2019-10-07T14:37:23Z03c7e965-af8b-4ce3-9f41-515e4d49ad3ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-2019-election-deadline-approaches/Union 2019 election deadline approachesMon, 18 Mar 2019 15:11:49 Z2019-03-18T15:20:33Z66278139-b1f6-4a3e-ac54-6dda4a4ab341https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/silver-surfers-at-mariners-park-keep-up-to-date-with-technology-as-internet-turns-30/Silver Surfers at Mariners’ Park keep up to date with technology as internet turns 30Fri, 15 Mar 2019 14:48:15 Z2019-04-12T11:55:22Zc9328f61-8e85-4644-a2d7-99ea2a30186bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/european-commission-calls-for-uniform-regulations-on-exhaust-gas-cleaning-systems/Call comes as a growing number of port authorities move to impose bans on open-loop scrubber wash water discharges.Thu, 14 Mar 2019 17:29:45 Z2019-12-31T16:54:12Z84e57ba0-1cc1-477b-98b0-10b6e81c6fdchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/new-government-strategy-aims-to-safeguard-future-of-uk-shipping-industry/Maritime 2050, developed in collaboration with the industry’s umbrella organisation Maritime UK, is described by transport secretary Chris Grayling as 'truly visionary'.Thu, 14 Mar 2019 15:15:32 Z2019-05-30T11:03:33Zd80f7226-469d-4039-9d75-3d15f73158afhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/marine-cadets-receive-tips-on-navigating-a-yachting-career-from-nautilus-strategic-partner/Merchant Navy deck and engineering students at South Shields Marine School have been given some valuable insights into working onboard a superyacht from one of Nautilus International’s strategic yacht partners, West Nautical.Thu, 14 Mar 2019 13:10:44 Z2021-11-01T12:32:55Z57ce7891-5b14-4853-b96a-504ba8d1db1ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-prize-awarded-for-most-socially-minded-cadet-on-professional-yacht-cadetship-course/A professional yacht cadet who was praised for the way he supports his fellow students has won a Nautilus award for his ‘socially-minded’ actions.Thu, 14 Mar 2019 12:41:18 Z2021-11-03T11:36:42Z2bd234c7-4a00-4f2b-b7ef-84f2d7dcf0f0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/disappointing-data-on-seafarer-deaths/A new study says that seafarers appear to be suffering more work-related deaths and injuries than they were at the start of this century, yet flag states are failing to keep accurate data on the health and safety of their crews.Thu, 14 Mar 2019 11:50:23 Z2019-03-14T16:37:52Z4df4ff2d-73f0-4945-82a3-64b1cf106e11https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/stable-crews-are-effective-crews-imo-conference-hears/How much difference does it make to bring the same team of senior officers back to a particular ship for more than one voyage? Solent University researchers have the answer.Wed, 13 Mar 2019 16:19:37 Z2019-12-31T16:52:22Ze4ad16ca-47eb-4920-b110-9fadd3685e62https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/union-backs-findings-of-effective-crew-study/Nautilus International has backed the recommendations of the Solent University's research – and urged the industry and regulators to take advantage of the benefits of stable crewing.Tue, 12 Mar 2019 17:11:11 Z2019-12-31T16:51:27Za0ecebcf-0c6c-4051-8c65-413b8ad17248https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-positive-effects-of-stable-crewing/February's IMO Effective Crew conference heard first-hand accounts from maritime employers about their experiences of stable crewing.Tue, 12 Mar 2019 16:02:06 Z2019-12-31T16:50:51Z8b468cf6-d768-4e4a-9f3a-9a3d4b72a13dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-professionals-asked-for-their-views-on-moving-ashore/Maritime professionals asked for their views on moving ashoreTue, 12 Mar 2019 12:40:41 Z2019-06-21T12:57:16Zccabc0e5-114c-4d8e-9175-1dfe3f7f7d85https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/strong-progress-reported-in-maritime-gender-balance-initiative/International Women’s Day on 8 March saw the launch of two new resources for the industry-wide Women in Maritime Charter: a speaker bank and an interview pool to help training for smaller businesses.Fri, 08 Mar 2019 08:30:00 Z2019-03-29T17:43:24Z67e992c6-ee3b-4db3-9b6f-9a3b33cd3ee4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/how-can-the-maritime-industry-stop-losing-crew-members/How do we turn all the good talk about seafarer wellbeing into effective action? That was the key question facing an industry 'think-tank' staged in London in February.Wed, 06 Mar 2019 08:30:00 Z2019-12-30T16:56:36Z93f6bb37-d863-42b9-8d5e-3033049be308https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/helping-ex-royal-navy-seafarers-transfer-smoothly-into-the-merchant-navy/The new Fastrack Maritime Scheme means warfare officers and marine engineers of all ranks can use their existing qualifications to reduce their induction training and achieve a salaried transfer.Tue, 05 Mar 2019 09:30:00 Z2019-03-06T10:07:53Z54edd3d3-f429-47b0-b76c-a7d2c9857e05https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-urge-offshore-employers-to-use-new-1bn-investment-to-secure-north-sea-jobs/Unions urge offshore employers to use new £1bn investment to secure North Sea jobsMon, 04 Mar 2019 15:02:52 Z2019-03-04T15:10:51Z5b761723-eb10-479c-8798-ee265858827ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/time-for-seafarers-to-choose-their-welfare-heroes/Nautilus members are being encouraged to submit nominations for the International Seafarers’ Welfare Awards 2019, which recognise the best examples of seafarers’ welfare provision across the globe.Mon, 04 Mar 2019 09:54:26 Z2019-03-04T10:03:59Zadf13369-1eb3-4124-98d1-96a65b10535ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/taking-seafarer-training-into-the-future/A cutting-edge ship and port simulation centre is to open its doors to Solent University students in June this year.Mon, 04 Mar 2019 07:30:00 Z2019-03-05T09:42:47Zd8cf69ea-09f3-471f-9f52-09d66d452b69https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ships-of-the-past-tss-earnslaw/Normally, this monthly feature remembers vessels long-since consigned to history. But this steamer, built in 1912, is still in service in New Zealand today.Fri, 01 Mar 2019 13:08:00 Z2019-07-05T12:22:42Z988e267e-c52d-43e0-8c8a-0a85de27baa6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-employers-urged-to-act-after-spate-of-stabbings-at-sea/Nautilus is backing calls for shipowners to urgently implement conflict resolution and anti-bullying guidelines, following three knife attacks at sea in as many weeks.Fri, 01 Mar 2019 12:41:38 Z2019-03-01T13:53:17Zf28afe78-3952-4bbf-ab08-d76282d43a8ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/has-the-mlc-changed-your-life/Six years since the Maritime Labour Convention came into force, almost one-third of seafarers say that it has not improved their living and working conditions.Fri, 01 Mar 2019 09:00:00 Z2019-03-01T09:00:00Zbc36c38c-6fd2-4e58-b05a-62103d680101https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ecdis-safety-study-highlights-major-concerns/Accident investigators in the UK and Denmark have delivered some stark warnings about the safety of electronic chart display and information systems.Thu, 28 Feb 2019 11:20:00 Z2019-02-28T11:46:24Z9335e85d-0755-49ff-ab6d-5026fa2af276https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-first-hand-stories-inspiring-teenagers-to-go-to-sea/Ambassadors for the Merchant Navy's Careers at Sea campaign share their seafaring experience with young people to encourage them to take up a maritime career.Thu, 28 Feb 2019 08:42:00 Z2019-12-30T16:51:15Z759495f0-4b13-4a5b-b4f4-80feb4f80c4bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/minister-urged-to-provide-brexit-assurances-on-certificate-recognition/Nautilus has urged the UK government to provide practical support and reassurances for British seafarers whose ability to work in Europe could be affected by Brexit.Wed, 27 Feb 2019 09:39:54 Z2019-02-27T09:43:57Z32fabc1c-4874-4a0c-928b-b43706e5b2echttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/diversity-in-shipping-flagged-on-international-womens-day/Diversity in shipping flagged on International Women's DayTue, 26 Feb 2019 09:39:04 Z2019-03-01T15:14:29Z5ecac755-6ab9-432e-907f-1160b7c64e85https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/plan-for-automation-but-dont-panic/A two-year study by the World Maritime University says that new technology is unlikely to lead to widescale seafarer job losses over the next 20 years.Thu, 21 Feb 2019 12:40:00 Z2019-12-30T16:47:06Za1ab965a-b845-46f5-aacf-1f129773d343https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-educational-foundation-improves-access-to-training-support-with-new-website/Maritime Educational Foundation improves access to training support with new websiteThu, 21 Feb 2019 12:03:46 Z2019-02-22T09:26:38Zf3d37b79-bf24-4001-b001-a8e75fad9a91https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/slipping-standards-putting-marine-pilots-and-dock-workers-at-risk/UK port operators have called for action as too many visiting ships fail to comply with international standards.Thu, 21 Feb 2019 11:00:00 Z2019-02-21T11:40:26Z41efb14b-a7f4-4d58-817c-1e11641881e0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/po-ferries-pledges-no-change-following-sale-to-dp-world/Nautilus has been given assurances that members' jobs and conditions will not be affected by DP World's acquisition of the P&O Ferries Division.Wed, 20 Feb 2019 13:26:09 Z2019-05-29T14:30:55Zdc65319b-629c-40b1-96ee-8fa473deb145https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/planners-give-green-light-to-nautilus-welfare-site-scheme/Planning authorities have given the green light to proposals to restore Andrew Gibson House, the former home for seafarers' widows, and to create new residential facilities for retired mariners on the banks of the river Mersey.Mon, 18 Feb 2019 12:11:50 Z2019-05-30T15:10:08Zc803d9d2-06d5-48c9-a615-f48848b59e9fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-college-celebrating-150-years-of-maritime-education/Champagne corks have been popping at South Shields Marine School, the NE England nautical college that has given so many British cadets their start in seafaring.Mon, 18 Feb 2019 11:00:00 Z2019-02-18T11:55:49Zdb4962f0-3821-412d-bbe2-bc26ff3adb89https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-youth-solidarity-for-european-fair-transport-campaign/Nautilus youth solidarity for European Fair Transport campaignWed, 13 Feb 2019 15:30:14 Z2019-04-05T15:26:55Zbb21fea3-c829-4ad6-a491-58de87f77c39https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ensign-launches-drawdown-and-retirement-advice-services-for-seafarers/Ensign launches drawdown and retirement advice services for seafarersWed, 13 Feb 2019 13:57:29 Z2019-02-14T09:53:37Z88c1814e-1ac8-4472-824b-486a42926fc1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/how-maritime-studies-can-open-a-world-of-possibilities/Helene Peter-Davies has been a ship’s officer, a college lecturer and a solicitor – all thanks to the decision she made at 16 to go to sea.Tue, 12 Feb 2019 12:40:00 Z2019-02-19T16:07:48Z8d71193d-3e43-40a1-8414-3a4139e41bc6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/heart-your-union-with-images-of-life-at-sea/Heart your union with images of life at seaMon, 11 Feb 2019 08:30:00 Z2019-02-20T17:12:32Z75f8d50a-c9e9-4e2a-9581-436ede3f748ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-state-of-mentoring-in-the-shipping-industry/While mentoring can be a positive tool, a new report warns that some schemes are less effective where there are severe time constraints onboard and high staff turnover.Fri, 08 Feb 2019 17:08:00 Z2019-02-15T13:28:50Z369ee065-1f67-448a-933b-e2b7dc177193https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/navigating-the-icy-water-of-the-polar-regions/A new study looks at the significance of deck officer training, skills and competence requirements for maritime operations in ice-covered waters.Thu, 07 Feb 2019 14:35:00 Z2019-12-30T16:14:38Zbada8ade-c2c8-4450-880e-7fec6ca7324ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/securing-that-tricky-first-job-at-sea/Kelsey Connolly of Faststream recruitment gives an insight into the employment market for newly-qualified members seeking their first job as a junior officer.Wed, 06 Feb 2019 11:35:00 Z2019-02-07T13:08:47Z6931f7a8-e59d-46b8-b752-6d6c7acd2409https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/to-the-mlc-and-beyond/RightShip, a leading vessel vetting organisation, has trained its sights on seafarer working conditions.Tue, 05 Feb 2019 14:29:00 Z2019-02-07T14:26:14Zc968af77-f194-4392-a7db-a99fe5cb62bahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-condemn-social-dumping-in-the-offshore-sector/Nautilus and other unions in the Offshore Coordinating Group (OCG) have joined with have joined with Norwegian trade union Industri Energi to call on UK operators and regulators to intervene in one of the most 'appalling' examples of social dumping seen in the offshore sector.Tue, 05 Feb 2019 12:37:02 Z2019-02-05T12:57:39Z066ee584-1f09-4bcf-a8ed-0eec131cca9ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/applying-for-a-job-improve-your-chances-with-a-nautilus-webinar/Following the success of two pilot events last year, we’re offering four free job advice webinars in 2019. These live online sessions will be led by our Nautilus Plus partner CV and Interview Advisors – the UK's leading professional CV writing and interview coaching provider.Tue, 05 Feb 2019 09:24:30 Z2019-02-06T17:08:08Z580506f2-cc90-4da2-9c96-05853cc3d26ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/irelands-worst-modern-maritime-accident-40th-anniversary/Hundreds of people paid tribute in January to the 50 who died when a series of explosions ripped through the tanker Betelgeuse in the Bay of Bantry in 1979.Mon, 04 Feb 2019 11:15:00 Z2019-02-11T13:56:15Z96172b81-4f16-47b5-a06b-c71e126c9a7ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ships-of-the-past-benwyvis/This month's look at vessels consigned to history remembers the Ben Line's cargo-passenger liner Benwyvis, which served the Far East.Fri, 01 Feb 2019 12:23:00 Z2019-07-05T12:25:10Za1d6dd66-052b-499a-89da-ce1acdca726chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-backs-stable-crewing-research-findings/Nautilus backs 'stable crewing' research findingsThu, 31 Jan 2019 16:11:58 Z2019-01-31T16:19:09Zce62e548-6b7e-4e71-9246-17eaf7be9fdahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-twist-in-seahorse-saga/New twist in Seahorse sagaThu, 31 Jan 2019 14:28:31 Z2020-06-24T13:45:53Z9051f094-4feb-4a95-888b-35c1e521ba15https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/government-unveils-policy-plans-to-keep-uk-as-a-leading-maritime-nation/Nautilus International has welcomed the UK government's launch of a wide-ranging strategy which sets policy objectives for the long-term future of the UK's maritime services.Thu, 24 Jan 2019 14:34:20 Z2019-01-28T11:49:57Z3b9936f8-6259-46c0-b206-87ebc7afe999https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-further-expands-its-strategic-yacht-partnerships/Nautilus has further enhanced its services for superyacht seafarers, by welcoming two new strategic partners into its network - Yotspot and Red Square Medical.Thu, 24 Jan 2019 13:35:58 Z2021-11-01T14:16:52Z93a3ff08-db32-4cde-94fe-867b24e4a174https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipping-minister-backs-equal-rights-for-seafarers/Seafarers should enjoy the same sort of working conditions and welfare rights as people who work ashore, UK shipping minister Nusrat Ghani told a meeting at the Houses of Parliament last night.Thu, 17 Jan 2019 17:26:45 Z2019-01-28T11:50:37Zd8f774c9-fc60-482b-b3c2-bad297d8b800https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-urged-to-vote-in-council-elections-2019/Nautilus International members are being urged to exercise their right to vote in important elections to the Union's governing body, the Council.Wed, 16 Jan 2019 13:37:54 Z2022-08-16T14:35:47Z686fb428-88ec-4d8d-9179-992f040b7e0bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/report-reveals-marked-rise-in-worldwide-piracy-attacks/Worldwide piracy attacks rose by almost 12% last year, with a marked rise in violence against seafarers off the west coast of Africa, a new report has revealed.Wed, 16 Jan 2019 09:58:44 Z2019-01-16T10:21:05Z1bb8f3e7-f112-478a-a90c-aad7167b3257https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/automation-to-cut-global-demand-for-seafarers-by-22-per-cent-over-next-20-years/Automation to cut global demand for seafarers by 22% over next 20 yearsTue, 15 Jan 2019 15:56:04 Z2019-01-16T09:45:20Z24ddb980-cf0e-453a-94d4-aa6103665356https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-welcomes-teekay-move-to-recruit-uk-cadets/Nautilus has welcomed the news that a major international shipping company has decided to invest in UK cadet recruitment and training.Tue, 15 Jan 2019 15:16:39 Z2019-01-15T15:37:50Za8103faf-32b5-453b-a54b-46464873afa4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/how-good-are-the-lifejackets-on-your-ship/Growing evidence suggests that many perfectly legal lifejackets can do more harm than good – particularly when used without adequate training.Tue, 15 Jan 2019 15:16:00 Z2019-01-30T16:38:15Z59a06d72-8279-4d8c-8516-afb262c9584chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/new-maib-chief-inspector-is-a-safe-pair-of-hands-for-the-shipping-industry/Andrew Moll, who became the new Chief Inspector of Marine Accidents in October 2018, talks to Nautilus about automation, aviation and international cooperation.Mon, 14 Jan 2019 12:51:00 Z2019-12-30T15:13:07Zca00cb9a-bd5c-42e2-a6a1-624d5cf76815https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/owners-urge-global-action-on-gulf-of-guinea-piracy/A leading international shipowners' organisation has called for global cooperation to combat the 'unacceptable burden' of piracy in the Gulf of Guinea.Wed, 09 Jan 2019 14:59:05 Z2019-01-09T15:52:20Z2c6c173b-47e0-45b1-b607-5a6fd1cddaeehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-telegraph-ugly-ship-awards/Nautilus Telegraph Ugly Ship AwardsTue, 08 Jan 2019 15:51:27 Z2019-01-23T09:47:28Z3fb84399-b07c-4833-94d6-6151330eaf3dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-mlc-amendments-on-seafarer-welfare-and-safety-enter-into-force/Nautilus members are reminded that the second set of amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) for improving crew safety and welfare – agreed in 2016 – have now come into force.Tue, 08 Jan 2019 12:32:41 Z2019-02-15T16:28:00Zf907f479-baf5-4a40-b587-893b8f03f311https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/sea-sickness-a-history-of-madness-at-sea/Sea sickness a history of madness at seaWed, 02 Jan 2019 17:00:47 Z2023-12-11T15:23:16Zf19ee8f8-3506-475c-9fe7-b01fe7956e7fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wellbeing-programme-offer-for-members-from-new-nautilus-strategic-partner/Wellbeing programme offer for members from new Nautilus strategic partnerWed, 02 Jan 2019 14:02:19 Z2021-11-03T10:39:26Z79635e6d-566c-4002-b5b9-692d78c2568ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-challenges-uk-government-over-brexit-ferries/Union challenges UK government over Brexit ferry chartersWed, 02 Jan 2019 09:12:58 Z2019-01-02T09:43:09Zd0f2c42e-9821-4036-a170-d6e7273b502dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ships-of-the-past-act-1/Our monthly look at vessels long-since consigned to history focuses on the containership ACT 1.Tue, 01 Jan 2019 10:22:00 Z2019-07-05T12:27:48Z370fddd1-e658-45dc-beac-7443c62c272ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/not-all-plain-sailing-for-superyacht-seafarers/A new report backed by Nautilus says that superyacht crews face the same issues of isolation, stress, and harassment as their commercial shipping counterparts.Mon, 31 Dec 2018 16:30:00 Z2019-01-02T16:24:34Z0619fb79-6166-4b09-b3a5-6bf037b6b3b1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/pausing-to-reflect-on-seafarers-welfare/At an MNWB conference in November 2018, maritime charities considered how technology is affecting seafarers' needs, as well as the many other challenges facing the shipping industry.Mon, 31 Dec 2018 15:20:00 Z2019-01-04T14:58:37Zf5189b84-363d-4fd8-9a19-e094b324e1cehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/imo-event-focuses-on-automation-and-its-implications-for-the-global-shipping-industry/The December 2018 forum gave maritime professionals the chance to quiz hi-tech engineering companies leading the revolution.Mon, 31 Dec 2018 15:00:00 Z2018-12-31T16:06:26Za5f69cd8-1aa5-46aa-bdd9-136631de28b5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-inmarsat-life-at-sea-photo-competition-returns/Prizes of up to £1,250 are being offered in the 2019 Nautilus/Inmarsat Life at Sea photo competition. We are looking for the best pictures or videos showing the reality of seafarers’ working lives today – both the highs and lows.Mon, 31 Dec 2018 09:42:10 Z2019-05-16T10:52:14Z68033727-fbad-438c-9c79-c1a8ccb4d35ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/asian-nations-pledge-fairer-treatment-of-seafarers-following-maritime-accidents/High-level talks between 10 countries have secured a 'crucial' agreement to enforce global guidelines to prevent seafarers from being criminalised after accidents and incidents.Fri, 28 Dec 2018 14:00:00 Z2018-12-31T17:09:48Z91b1e0cd-5ff8-4771-b73c-081580c0ab37https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seafarers-retirement-accommodation-must-move-with-the-times/Conference addresses the issues facing those who provide residential and care facilities for retired mariners.Fri, 28 Dec 2018 13:00:00 Z2019-12-23T15:53:18Zcb204678-bd3b-4f52-ac09-2afd4e4f092dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/honouring-exceptional-service-to-crew-welfare/Lord Prescott presented a series of awards to four of the maritime community’s finest at the 2018 Seafarers' Welfare Conference.Fri, 28 Dec 2018 11:20:00 Z2018-12-31T15:39:22Zc8be1ea1-47b6-4278-8592-480135ac5ab3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/an-experts-guide-to-the-maritime-labour-convention/A Nautilus official has devoted a year of evenings, weekends and annual leave to research and write an important new book about the MLC.Fri, 28 Dec 2018 10:00:00 Z2019-10-18T10:23:07Z3d1acebc-a980-450c-9cde-4f7bf50d0ba7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/barging-ahead-on-levels-of-automation-in-europes-waterways/First definitions of what constitutes automated vessels in Europe's waterways sector have been released by European regulators of navigation in the Rhine and beyond.Thu, 27 Dec 2018 16:40:32 Z2018-12-28T10:10:06Z5306d758-9d8f-4bfe-8b57-be081820dba2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pony-therapy-for-residents-at-mariners-park-care-home/Residents at the Nautilus Mariners' Park Care Home enjoyed bedside visits over Christmas from a special type of therapist – a miniature pony or Falabella, called Fudge Cake.Thu, 27 Dec 2018 16:06:57 Z2019-03-04T12:25:20Zf441c2e3-217f-4159-a8f7-2be7d8cf2b78https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/empowering-women-key-themes-in-maritime-for-2019/Empowering women - key themes in maritime for 2019Thu, 27 Dec 2018 10:44:54 Z2019-02-22T15:35:42Zb90d39a8-e7bb-497a-88ac-679d78283c2bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-strategic-yacht-partner-expands-training-fleet-and-facilities/Nautilus UK strategic partner and maritime training charity UKSA is embarking on an ambitious investment programme to attract more young people, and women, into the industry, by expanding its training facilities and yacht fleet on the Isle of Wight.Thu, 27 Dec 2018 09:54:40 Z2018-12-31T16:51:43Zf822cb69-14f6-4887-9797-2fff792419e3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/slow-but-steady-progress-in-cargoship-crew-welfare/The shipping industry needs to do more to improve key elements of life at sea if it is serious about tackling concerns over the mental health of crew, a new study says.Thu, 20 Dec 2018 14:00:00 Z2019-01-02T16:41:28Z7b01b512-d38a-44d4-9aa4-ebd470265f31https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-rogue-shipowner-acting-with-impunity/How the global shipping industry seems unable – or unwilling – to bring Panagis Zissimatos to justice for seafarer mistreatment and abandonment.Wed, 19 Dec 2018 15:58:00 Z2019-02-22T14:38:33Zc71eadc0-2514-41fe-acc4-324a7881ef39https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/has-the-former-master-of-costa-concordia-been-made-a-scapegoat/Capt Francesco Schettino, now serving a 16-year jail sentence, has questioned the fairness of the trial that convicted him of multiple manslaughter and causing a maritime accident.Tue, 18 Dec 2018 16:57:27 Z2019-04-08T13:01:32Z209efbd8-d25d-4755-bd27-fe7b5a26ba6fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/keeping-spirits-up-at-sea/Nautilus has helped to develop a free training package to help seafarers cope with the mental health and wellbeing challenges of shipboard life.Tue, 18 Dec 2018 11:05:01 Z2019-01-02T15:43:23Zf34c2aa1-2499-4cbc-8e8c-78ea1ca4a8a2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/plan-for-new-aid-and-training-ship-could-increase-uks-disaster-relief-capability/The purpose-built Britannia Maritime Aid vessel would deliver humanitarian aid as well as providing a platform for training new seafarers.Mon, 17 Dec 2018 14:30:00 Z2018-12-17T14:46:55Zcaa1b4d0-af41-4537-b891-b5872f070cb6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-sounds-the-alarm-over-decline-in-cadet-numbers/Union sounds the alarm over decline in cadet numbersThu, 13 Dec 2018 16:36:40 Z2018-12-20T17:40:45Z927943b4-610c-4877-bb72-416140096965https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/huskies-bring-a-sleigh-load-of-christmas-love-to-mariners-park/Huskies bring a sleigh-load of Christmas love to Mariners' ParkMon, 10 Dec 2018 17:17:46 Z2019-03-15T16:58:00Z83a9fdca-c7c2-4b4b-a996-e24e28b4bd6dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-warns-mca-of-criminalisation-risk/Nautilus warns MCA of criminalisation riskMon, 10 Dec 2018 11:03:55 Z2018-12-10T11:29:23Z2a6022cf-707b-48b1-8456-aba0c267ab77https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-backs-call-for-radical-overhaul-of-the-stcw-convention/When so many seafarers are finding that their hard-won STCW certification isn’t enough to get a job, there's something wrong with global training requirements.Tue, 04 Dec 2018 16:41:00 Z2019-12-23T15:43:44Z0dfe4871-6fd3-4d64-b987-ec22e522da7fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-helps-to-launch-superyacht-crew-welfare-report/Nautilus helps to launch superyacht crew welfare reportTue, 04 Dec 2018 10:24:07 Z2021-11-01T14:18:23Zfbc3c1df-753c-41d6-9e32-68bf409564a4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wages-win-shows-the-value-of-nautilus-membership/Nautilus legal experts have finally concluded a long battle to secure almost US$1m in unpaid wages for crew members from the superyacht Indian Empress, which was abandoned by its owner over a year ago.Tue, 04 Dec 2018 10:11:27 Z2021-11-03T10:40:15Za623bfe4-d692-4695-8ee6-6e59f7b63318https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/festive_thanks_for_seafarers_who_deliver_christmas_dinner/To show its appreciation of maritime professionals over the festive period, Nautilus has produced a special Christmas animation supporting its chosen charity and some festive facts on how far seasonal food travels.Mon, 03 Dec 2018 09:00:00 Z2019-12-17T17:04:50Z081dd012-3ff9-4ee3-b5ea-090002caf924https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-member-reflects-on-four-decades-at-sea/Captain Barbara Campbell of the Jubilee Sailing Trust talks about the highlights of her forty-year career.Mon, 03 Dec 2018 00:01:00 Z2019-12-23T15:42:38Z05fe1944-4a55-419a-b37e-571d422eeb4ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/increase-in-autonomous-ships-wont-mean-a-shortage-of-jobs-for-seafarers/A new study predicts more demand for officers, while other jobs may evolve as use of technology onboard increases, resulting in considerable additional jobs onshore.Sun, 02 Dec 2018 14:00:00 Z2018-12-04T16:55:53Z88e77052-96c4-45b3-a14f-56ae26189772https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/costa-concordia-disaster-prompts-changes-in-merchant-ship-emergency-signage/Lessons learned have helped to shape new rules for escape route signs and fire protect equipment location markings.Sun, 02 Dec 2018 11:00:00 Z2019-04-08T13:02:07Za00d2370-4776-49d1-a32b-47b1c8d3f8cdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-ever-evolving-role-of-the-eto/As shipboard technology continues to advance, what do we want from the electro-technical officers of the future?Sun, 02 Dec 2018 09:20:00 Z2018-12-17T15:01:52Z39bb89d7-2fc4-4880-9e52-715f58dcfc26https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/how-longevity-has-changed-the-life-stages-of-the-seafarer/Most children born in rich countries today can expect to live for more than 100 years. So, what does this mean for today’s maritime cadets?Sat, 01 Dec 2018 04:00:00 Z2018-12-04T16:53:01Zf0ed5d46-2cda-4b7e-b5f0-a8640bfbd544https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/can-mentoring-pass-on-experience-and-persuade-seafarers-not-to-leave-the-industry/Seminar considers how to ensure that skills and knowledge are passed on to the next generation, while preventing their expertise being lost to the maritime sector.Sat, 01 Dec 2018 03:00:00 Z2018-12-04T16:51:42Z1d2dea61-3def-497a-98a7-393ef90515c6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/putting-words-into-action-to-improve-seafarer-wellbeing/Seafarer wellbeing has risen up the agenda at shipping industry conferences and meetings over the past couple of years. But how can all the talk be turned into action that will make a difference?Sat, 01 Dec 2018 02:00:00 Z2018-12-04T16:49:55Z928e510c-e2a7-46ba-8239-0b4a601e0100https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/speeches/the-wages-of-seafarers/Nautilus general secretary speech to the ILO on the wages of seafarers.Fri, 30 Nov 2018 17:39:05 Z2021-01-24T14:35:17Zf2389f89-4a93-48aa-a909-61217d6abee9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-nautilus-sea-service-verification-guide/Members working in the large yacht sector now have access to new guidance from the Union on how to chart their way through the sea service verification process.Fri, 23 Nov 2018 15:39:32 Z2021-11-03T11:08:06Z5de3c7de-284d-44ef-b898-d4e90f13a516https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-backs-new-eu-research-into-future-seafarer-skills/Nautilus has welcomed the European Commission’s decision to provide funding for a major new research project to identify future needs for maritime skills at sea and ashore.Fri, 23 Nov 2018 10:21:56 Z2019-11-11T10:27:58Z4e2efb3b-eb9a-44c6-962b-e259a116b102https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cadets-dont-miss-this-chance-to-have-your-say/Cadets: don't miss this chance to have your say in the Nautilus survey.Wed, 21 Nov 2018 12:31:10 Z2019-01-15T15:43:29Z8cd51c8f-cf6f-4d6b-b623-755b3dca5c65https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-and-owners-agree-to-increase-minimum-wage-rates/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson has welcomed the outcome of top-level talks on the international minimum wage for seafarers.Wed, 21 Nov 2018 09:29:41 Z2018-11-21T09:45:33Z50406753-f9d0-4cec-808e-058bea28e5c9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-gs-leads-union-side-in-minimum-wage-talks/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson is leading the trades union negotiating team in top-level talks which begin today on basic international pay rates for the world's lowest paid seafarers.Mon, 19 Nov 2018 10:36:01 Z2018-11-21T09:50:12Z6c9eae86-702a-48cb-ba13-27bf78c47e79https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-value-of-consistent-crewing-policies/A major research project has been assessing the benefits of keeping the same crew together across multiple voyages.Thu, 15 Nov 2018 16:02:49 Z2019-12-23T15:46:18Zf105440e-782c-4159-91ff-0888de10d8aehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wreaths-of-remembrance-laid-at-mariners-park-ceremony/Wreaths of remembrance laid at Mariners' Park ceremonyMon, 12 Nov 2018 15:59:54 Z2019-11-13T13:06:49Z1845f868-4a1f-45c9-b425-c01a16e67d70https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/merchant-navy-victims-of-war-are-honoured/Merchant Navy victims of war are honouredMon, 12 Nov 2018 09:59:35 Z2018-11-12T16:45:00Zd30d55ea-e876-442f-ace7-b73c7ded1a62https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-specialist-dementia-nurse-recognised-for-work-with-retired-seafarers/A nurse who provides specialist dementia care for retired seafarers and their dependents has been recognised for her work at the Nautilus Care Home.Fri, 09 Nov 2018 16:25:09 Z2018-11-09T16:36:53Z56622868-7ec0-42ec-b89e-e28dbb07ded8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-asked-for-ideas-on-cutting-enclosed-space-deaths/Seafarers asked for ideas on cutting enclosed space deathsFri, 09 Nov 2018 15:56:53 Z2019-05-20T11:26:12Z79f054b4-9a1e-4c4c-b440-e6422e3eac47https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/pioneering-new-vessel-designed-to-remove-plastic-from-our-oceans/The self-powering Ocean Saviour to help clear the around eight million tonnes of plastic waste that ends up in the sea each year.Thu, 08 Nov 2018 11:16:58 Z2018-11-15T16:55:43Zf92c9573-941d-4163-bc32-d4300a67a105https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mntb-move-to-offer-more-cadet-seatime/Nautilus has welcomed the launch of a new Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB) scheme to pilot 'industrial placements' for UK cadets in an effort to combat challenges in getting seatime.Wed, 07 Nov 2018 16:17:30 Z2018-11-12T17:10:08Zad3d8073-e02b-46a0-9c78-be2f74ae579ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/how-the-slump-in-the-offshore-oil-industry-hit-norwegian-seafarers/UK seafarers have been hit hard by the downturn, but how have their North Sea neighbours been faring?Wed, 07 Nov 2018 15:56:22 Z2018-11-07T16:33:23Z2a6e3ca6-5de4-411f-affc-60edd3bc9c98https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-carries-the-merchant-navy-flag-for-armistice-ceremonies/Nautilus International members, officials and staff will pay their respects during this year’s Remembrance Day services throughout the UK.Wed, 07 Nov 2018 15:07:26 Z2018-11-12T16:42:58Z816da19e-d210-49c7-878b-f75ae3f7acd5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/slater-fund-scholarship-success-for-officer-training/Every year, UK ratings, electricians and yacht crew progress their careers to officer level with Nautilus Slater Fund scholarships.Wed, 07 Nov 2018 12:40:14 Z2018-11-15T17:12:59Z221311f2-bb83-4e5c-83d4-fd8718000ef2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/no-deal-brexit-a-voyage-into-the-unknown-for-uk-certificate-holders/A look at what a failure to reach a deal could mean in practice for UK seafarers.Wed, 07 Nov 2018 11:25:18 Z2018-11-09T13:08:25Z66385436-0791-42f2-ab4e-225f2fd05464https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/officer-trainee-of-the-year-overcame-serious-illness-to-complete-cadetship/One recently-graduated cadet had to deal with exceptional pressure in his final year of studying for an Officer of the Watch certificate.Tue, 06 Nov 2018 17:09:02 Z2018-11-06T17:46:09Z2df5b5bb-878f-49d2-861a-4c3c05ccd7e2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/engineer-members-urged-to-stand-in-council-elections/Engineering members wondering how they can take forward their concerns about jobs, skills and the future in a global industry are encouraged to stand in the elections for Nautilus International’s governing body, the Council.Tue, 06 Nov 2018 15:42:09 Z2018-11-12T17:29:47Zf731e659-fd96-4929-9c4e-ab96becbe91dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/annual-un-maritime-trade-review-predicts-choppy-waters-ahead/Trade wars and protectionism are threatening to reverse a recovery in global shipping operations, a United Nations report has warned.Tue, 06 Nov 2018 14:59:52 Z2018-11-06T17:44:27Zdc12320a-3397-4127-b154-48b7aa69d1cdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-the-team-sascha-meijer-nautilus-executive-officer/A Nautilus senior management profile feature on executive officer Sascha Meijer and her work in championing members' rights.Tue, 06 Nov 2018 12:41:04 Z2018-11-30T14:05:33Z5d03ff43-470e-4119-af76-7f685524cc27https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dual-bravery-awards-for-wightlink-lifesaver/Stephen Chamberlain received the awards for entering the freezing waters of Portsmouth harbour in February to save the life of a member of the public.Tue, 06 Nov 2018 11:10:33 Z2018-11-06T13:44:57Z2ebb94ae-230f-4efa-beb0-03e8b4f3b220https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/royal-visitor-for-seafarers-advice-centre/The UK's 'Citizens' Advice' service for seafarers has had a royal visit to its recently refurbished and expanded headquarters in Greenwich, south London.Mon, 05 Nov 2018 15:05:20 Z2018-11-05T15:13:34Z56c0412e-a291-47f6-b08a-ad14c9bb94e8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-members-awarded-the-highest-honour-in-the-uk-merchant-navy/Nautilus members awarded the highest honour in the UK Merchant NavyThu, 01 Nov 2018 13:30:00 Z2022-06-16T14:59:56Z75baa903-7509-4c58-a829-fc10fba0f45ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/is-the-criminalisation-of-shipmasters-following-incidents-now-an-occupational-hazard/It has become so common for shipmasters to be arrested as criminals following an incident that this is starting to deter seafarers from rising through the ranks.Thu, 01 Nov 2018 13:15:00 Z2019-12-19T12:07:27Z25fc4dd6-e35c-436f-a7ff-aa42e5c7eb77https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/inland-waterways-transport-insights/Europe’s inland navigation industry is facing major challenges to get the investment it needs in a new generation of vessel crews and a modern, environment-friendly fleet, Nautilus Council members heard.Tue, 30 Oct 2018 15:46:58 Z2018-10-30T16:06:05Z9393f33c-e16e-46ad-9ab1-7e9c0065ffa1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/winning-on-the-waterways/The Nautilus Switzerland branch has seen increasing success over the last few years in protecting the 14,000 crew working throughout the booming European river cruise industry – despite the challenges presented by Swiss labour laws.Tue, 30 Oct 2018 14:36:20 Z2018-11-27T14:09:59Z49170ad7-f29f-464b-b695-fbd7783a133chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-strong-case-for-shipping-nations-to-implement-cabotage-protection-laws/New research has revealed that numerous nations are doing just fine with a form of protectionism in their coastal waters.Tue, 30 Oct 2018 14:08:36 Z2019-12-19T12:02:52Z05113deb-50ae-4e55-a078-72c9ce9ee9cdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/swiss-ships-crew-freed-as-imb-warns-on-gulf-of-guinea-piracy/As 12 seafarers were freed after being kidnapped from a Swiss-flagged merchant ship off Nigeria a month ago, the International Maritime Bureau's (IMB) Piracy Reporting Centre issued a new warning about the risks of attack in the Gulf of Guinea.Tue, 30 Oct 2018 11:53:46 Z2018-10-30T12:54:53Zda171ce2-d859-41ff-a8c2-785045663b31https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/how-digital-technology-could-improve-at-sea-healthcare/Major EU-funded project e-healthy ship aims to deliver better health and safety for seafarers.Tue, 30 Oct 2018 10:53:15 Z2018-10-30T13:04:13Z26952802-b445-4f70-ae52-8b1d848ba610https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/brexit-ship-charter-plans-unrealistic-nautilus-warns/UK government plans to charter in ships to carry vital supplies in the event of a 'no-deal' Brexit have been called into question by the maritime professionals' union Nautilus International.Thu, 25 Oct 2018 11:43:43 Z2018-10-25T12:04:44Z3278e98a-4e3e-44de-aa09-e3c355ec5285https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maib-highlights-dangers-of-working-in-rsw-tanks-after-fatal-enclosed-space-accident/An investigation into the death of a second engineer after a suspected gas leak says there is a pressing need for improved safety measures and training.Thu, 25 Oct 2018 10:35:36 Z2018-10-25T10:56:28Z3cd93c29-24ef-4c46-80e5-d04d6920ca34https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/a-chance-to-support-mental-health-research/Nautilus members are being invited to support what is described as a unique study investigating seafarers' mental health issues.Thu, 25 Oct 2018 09:20:37 Z2018-10-25T09:58:39Z9627c62a-c3d7-424d-b898-c8f1f4514c82https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-seeks-cadets-views-on-their-training-experiences/Cadet members were invited to take part in a new Nautilus survey to provide an updated insight into the issues affecting Merchant Navy trainees.Mon, 22 Oct 2018 09:47:58 Z2019-01-15T15:45:31Z874f49fc-da3f-4f95-af8d-c94d3760b9cahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-backs-itf-calls-for-global-diversity-policy/Nautilus backed a motion at the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) Congress calling for more work to promote diversity across workplaces worldwide.Mon, 22 Oct 2018 09:15:23 Z2019-04-17T09:31:36Z4a156f66-ebad-4ece-b667-c5999cf6cc51https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/modern-slavery-alive-in-the-maritime-industry/Modern slavery in Britain's waterways and wider supply chain is 'alive and kicking', said the Union as the UK government starts a new campaign to tackle the issue.Fri, 19 Oct 2018 16:38:00 Z2023-07-20T11:02:36Zbcfa57a1-4ea3-400c-82b8-3397bb912128https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-scoops-a-clutch-of-best-membership-association-and-website-awards/Seafaring would be a 'much bleaker place' without Nautilus fighting for crew rights, a judging panel decided in awarding the Union overall Best Association at the Association Excellence Awards 2018.Fri, 19 Oct 2018 15:58:57 Z2018-11-08T10:02:22Z6e03aa60-cb70-4bd7-82d5-3ab8447aa596https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/sailing-round-the-world-with-the-gba-floating-book-fair-charity/A former US Navy seafarer has become the longest-serving master with the specialist 'floating book fair' charity GBA Ships…Fri, 19 Oct 2018 12:59:52 Z2021-03-15T09:52:02Zab970045-1151-4a7d-b1a4-e7bbe3753974https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/future-proof-studies-could-produce-more-technologically-prepared-officers/Nautilus member Neil Hobson calls for IT systems maintenance and seafarer health monitoring to be added to the maritime syllabus.Fri, 19 Oct 2018 09:44:12 Z2021-03-15T09:51:32Z2792120d-89c0-4988-9892-dc57beaf06cchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/warm-welcome-for-merchant-seafarers-in-russian-port/A pioneering programme to promote seafarer welfare around the world has passed a major milestone, with the launch of Russia’s first port welfare council.Thu, 18 Oct 2018 15:21:36 Z2021-03-15T09:51:17Z6dab687c-af5d-4c22-b8b9-3724d8c9a479https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/autonomous-ships-not-a-threat-to-jobs-report-concludes/Seafarers do not need to worry about losing their jobs as a result of autonomous shipping, a new report has concluded.Thu, 18 Oct 2018 13:47:43 Z2020-09-08T14:02:59Zc9e6fa89-a875-4ad4-9cda-e33fb714d575https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-official-presented-with-itf-gold-badge/Nautilus international officer Nick Bramley has been presented with the International Transport Workers’ Federation Gold Badge for distinguished service.Thu, 18 Oct 2018 12:25:20 Z2018-10-19T17:12:06Z591d132d-acf7-45d0-8994-8f45ebcebcd1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-congress-backs-nautilus-call-for-river-cruise-campaign/Delegates at the International Transport Workers’ Federation Congress in Singapore have backed a call by Nautilus to improve the working conditions of workers in Europe’s river cruise industry.Thu, 18 Oct 2018 11:35:34 Z2018-10-26T12:54:10Zf0e9aa1c-05f6-43ea-af7c-2966e37d0abdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rolls-royce-appoints-seafarers-to-help-develop-rocs/Rolls-Royce has appointed a team of former seafarers to provide practical advice on the safe remote operation of ships.Wed, 17 Oct 2018 10:33:00 Z2018-10-19T10:58:36Z6eefab06-ec9a-47a1-aa92-59a43fd088a6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/Nautilus-helps-launch-free-seafarer-wellbeing-resource/Nautilus has helped to launch a free training package which aims to help seafarers cope with the mental health and wellbeing challenges of shipboard life.Wed, 17 Oct 2018 10:00:00 Z2019-01-02T17:23:14Z8aa0b2a5-b02d-4dfa-a163-28ecb600a53dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-welcomes-stena-lines-pension-move/Nautilus has welcomed the news that the Stena Line UK Group has chosen the specialist maritime industry pension scheme Ensign to be its main defined contribution pension provider for the majority of its employees, both seagoing and shore-based.Tue, 16 Oct 2018 21:37:24 Z2018-10-17T06:01:32Zd243bf9b-0154-4793-bb0c-e8fbdfd02e3ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-record-on-sea-service-a-valued-membership-benefit/Quick turnarounds on sea service record books is a benefit much valued by Nautilus member David Young, 2nd engineer on the privately-owned superyacht Larisa.Fri, 12 Oct 2018 11:21:26 Z2024-07-31T16:11:20Zef30f735-fcd3-46e6-8f6d-2ca120c0e862https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/metoo-say-yacht-crew/Behind the glitz and glamour of the superyacht sector can be found some highly unsavoury behaviour, as revealed by a new survey presented at the Monaco Yacht Show 2018.Fri, 12 Oct 2018 11:05:54 Z2019-01-02T16:54:45Zbf0fcfe1-a70a-4b5c-9c7f-03c3da434e60https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/yacht-officer-raises-awareness-for-she-of-the-sea/New Nautilus member Jenny Matthews has founded an online support forum for women in yachting - She of the Sea – which aims to ‘rewrite how women fit into the maritime scene'.Thu, 11 Oct 2018 20:45:37 Z2018-10-17T10:09:33Z7a6ccbcd-cdc3-4d5d-95cf-0d7f34dc6e52https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/maritime-facetime-at-monaco-yacht-show-2018/Nautilus International staged a lively event at this year's Monaco Yacht Show offering advice and support to superyacht crews.Thu, 11 Oct 2018 20:27:24 Z2021-11-01T14:05:09Zf0900141-65a4-4272-a600-0ebc06b806cfhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/do-low-cost-crews-mean-low-standards/French seafarers are stepping up their campaign against the ‘crews of convenience’ used on Brittany Ferries’ no-frills service between Ireland, France and Spain. JEFF APTER reports…Thu, 11 Oct 2018 14:11:39 Z2021-03-15T09:50:58Z0858402f-b108-44a6-8092-82fdc7f3aabdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/helping-marine-engineers-make-the-change-from-sea-to-shore/Nautilus has been working on a series of initiatives to help members make the transition from one working environment to another. Now the science and engineering body IMarEST is following suit, using the results of a special survey to help guide marine engineers from sea to shore…Thu, 11 Oct 2018 11:24:33 Z2018-10-11T13:41:37Zd9f5fd95-96fd-44c8-944f-29a993726ec3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-takes-part-in-st-pauls-service-for-seafarers/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson, professional and technical officer David Appleton, Council member Thomas Cardy and member Matt Banks represented the Union at this year’s Annual National Service for Seafarers.Thu, 11 Oct 2018 10:19:45 Z2021-07-27T13:37:59Z62d38fd4-067d-4fdf-9919-6f919d5af586https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/praise-for-exceptional-officer-trainee-of-the-year/A Nautilus member who successfully battled a life-threatening illness while completing his cadetship has been presented with this year’s Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) Officer Trainee of the Year Award.Thu, 11 Oct 2018 09:36:30 Z2018-10-11T09:42:46Z483582e3-7df1-4c37-a173-7355e617d3dehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/aiming-high/Can you help change the lives of disadvantaged young people? The UK maritime charity Tall Ships Youth Trust is seeking your support.Thu, 11 Oct 2018 09:06:19 Z2021-03-15T09:50:46Z39049cb5-0c1f-4fff-9239-0d0c033ef048https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/dont-be-alarmed/Are you suffering from beep overload on your watch? GEORGE DEVEREESE, senior loss prevention executive with the UK P&I Club, offers some help with the problem…Mon, 08 Oct 2018 14:49:09 Z2021-03-15T09:48:40Z9aa30960-9a87-47a8-9899-f536e4843b48https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-new-era/There’s been quite a buzz around the Women in Maritime Charter this year, with high hopes that this well-supported initiative will finally lead to a breakthrough in the numbers of women entering the UK shipping industry.Mon, 08 Oct 2018 14:00:00 Z2021-03-15T09:48:13Zcfca7e32-d9b9-4bd5-a63e-18bae742047ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/never-to-be-forgotten-derbyshire-memorial/Sculpture unveiled to commemorate the crew of the bulk carrier Derbyshire.Mon, 08 Oct 2018 13:17:42 Z2023-09-08T14:37:02Z17e3b58e-d911-4ad4-9cb2-863f45f32819https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-survey-reveals-continued-fears-over-criminalisation/Criminalisation sadly remains a major worry for maritime professionals – posing a big threat to recruitment and retention, the Nautilus UK branch symposium heard.Tue, 02 Oct 2018 16:59:55 Z2020-07-02T08:55:24Z09028607-4f72-4311-94e4-dfa238d70bc3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/conference-call-for-review-of-experienced-seafarer-training/A motion urging the Union to seek changes to the ‘experienced seafarer’ route to Officer of the Watch (OOW) certification was tabled at the Nautilus UK branch conference.Tue, 02 Oct 2018 14:15:15 Z2020-03-02T13:45:34Zb1bd9c96-c138-47fb-8374-e7d5cf50acf2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-give-unanimous-backing-to-brexit-motion/Members attending the Nautilus UK branch conference voted unanimously in favour of an emergency motion expressing concern about the government’s guidance on the potential impact of Brexit on UK seafarers’ certificates.Tue, 02 Oct 2018 13:30:45 Z2018-10-08T12:02:40Z7330419c-fd91-4885-a1b2-0114fef4b2bchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-offers-advice-to-crews-at-monaco-yacht-show/Nautilus staged a drop-in event at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show offering advice and support to superyacht crews.Tue, 02 Oct 2018 08:50:51 Z2021-11-03T11:31:15Z84cfda3f-52be-4e7e-90b5-abaf0423fed3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/from-deckhand-to-chief-mate/The Nautilus Slater Fund has given hundreds of ratings the chance to study for the Officer of the Watch qualification – and as one former recipient demonstrates.Fri, 28 Sep 2018 12:00:00 Z2021-03-15T09:46:55Zac96ab6c-39ce-447a-8e99-bdb53a9edcaehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/suitable-tribute/Organisers of a campaign to construct a Merchant Navy monument in the city of Plymouth are appealing to Nautilus members for support…Wed, 26 Sep 2018 16:31:00 Z2021-03-15T09:47:33Z45d80fef-273f-4d66-b4ab-b9aa55d49042https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/governments-should-act-on-cabotage-study-says-nautilus/Nautilus has urged governments to act of the findings of a major new sturdy which shows that more than 90 countries around the world have cabotage laws to restrict foreign maritime activities in their domestic coastal trades.Wed, 26 Sep 2018 08:08:23 Z2018-09-26T08:28:39Z9a67bae3-9e4b-4d68-ac98-87d64eca8dbchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/how-to-cut-human-risk/Marine insurers make the case for technology to be used to combat people-related accidents at sea…Mon, 24 Sep 2018 15:00:00 Z2020-08-06T12:35:30Zbfa8d12d-b83d-4abb-859c-20d9a2a4e33ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/city-bonus/As the Maritime London cadet sponsorship scheme celebrated a milestone this summer, its first trainee paid tribute to the ‘life-changing’ support he received to succeed at sea and move ashore…Mon, 24 Sep 2018 10:53:00 Z2021-03-15T09:47:19Z0dc4051b-0052-4f7c-8d02-0718483007adhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/meet-nautilus-representatives-at-the-monaco-yacht-show/Large yacht crew attending this year's annual showcase of superyachts at the Monaco Yacht Show are reminded they can catch up with their Nautilus representatives.Fri, 21 Sep 2018 13:37:07 Z2021-11-01T14:08:24Zaee21d48-4c8d-45c4-af2a-e65be2a6ab74https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/refreshed-guidelines-for-unrefreshed-crews/A major project to update the shipping industry's guidelines on preventing seafarer fatigue has come to an end. Will it make a difference?Wed, 19 Sep 2018 15:33:31 Z2021-02-17T09:56:20Z85de0856-165d-470f-82ea-cee10fe158e7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-sale-agreed-for-indian-empress-superyacht/Nautilus has welcomed news that a long-running ordeal suffered by members serving on the superyacht Indian Empress may be nearing an end after a court received confirmation that the vessel is being bought for €35m.Wed, 19 Sep 2018 11:16:06 Z2018-09-19T11:24:37Z0f4621a8-3041-4c80-b172-3b35855620cahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-seafarer-certification-under-threat-from-no-deal-Brexit-warns-union/Nautilus International has criticised the UK government's failure to provide adequate assurances over the future recognition of British seafarers' certificates in Europe post-Brexit.Thu, 13 Sep 2018 14:15:00 Z2019-02-22T12:14:39Zc7a0b294-fe5f-40bf-95e3-57175ba75fd9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/TUC-backs-Nautilus-fair-transport-call/TUC Congress delegates gave unanimous support to a Nautilus motion calling for an end to a situation in which European seafarers are being forced to compete for work against crews from low-cost labour supply countries.Wed, 12 Sep 2018 11:05:00 Z2018-09-12T11:05:42Z9ce14e0a-5c6f-44f0-bcee-c6d69de882bdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/Nautilus-general-secretary-returned-to-TUC-general-council/Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson is to serve another term – his tenth – on the TUC’s governing body, the general council.Wed, 12 Sep 2018 10:30:00 Z2019-11-13T13:20:19Z4432f821-faea-4226-8ff7-936b35327e10https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipping-standards-motion-wins-TUC-support/TUC Congress delegates voted unanimously in favour of a motion tabled by Nautilus and the RMT union stressing the need for effective enforcement of standards governing safety and working conditions in the shipping and offshore industries.Wed, 12 Sep 2018 09:52:00 Z2018-09-12T10:01:54Zbf5edfe6-508a-45dd-aaa0-4bd0904b0df0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-backs-tuc-young-workers-call/A call for the TUC to step up its work to encourage more young people to become union members has been backed by Nautilus.Mon, 10 Sep 2018 11:48:00 Z2018-09-12T09:55:41Z7801ba27-d75f-4d77-b64d-c60efa002b4chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-general-secretary-awarded-merchant-navy-medal/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson has been awarded the prestigious Merchant Navy Medal for meritorious service.Mon, 03 Sep 2018 11:48:00 Z2018-11-13T11:38:29Zd71af87a-f984-4074-b36e-9976033ddccdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/supporting-the-diversity-drive/P&O Cruises Australia ship plays host to first woman-only mentoring programmeSun, 02 Sep 2018 11:00:00 Z2021-03-15T09:45:52Z8a52e181-32ed-4c5d-9f0a-421ecf66454bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/answers-from-amsterdam-conference-on-autonomous-shipping/Autonomous shipping experts gathered at a conference in the Netherlands in summer 2018 to give their views and share the latest technological developments.Sat, 01 Sep 2018 07:30:00 Z2021-03-15T09:45:06Zcf0d34d1-b83c-4bcb-a080-476fae9f59b5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/21st-century-expectations-for-female-maritime-professionals/Nautilus report on what’s actually being done about making the maritime workplace more welcoming to female professionals.Fri, 31 Aug 2018 15:00:00 Z2021-03-15T09:44:47Z482e8ec4-0b70-4142-a3af-3730fa0e3ad8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/red-ensign-roll-of-honour-flies-to-record-breaking-high/Seafarers UK is on track to break more records during this year's Merchant Navy Day, on Monday 3 September, due to a last-minute flurry of activity from local councils and other organisations, which will likely see the Red Ensign flying close to the charity's campaign target of 800 public buildings and flagpoles.Thu, 30 Aug 2018 16:34:45 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z51732a08-c6e2-4a26-baef-9a9a0e1acb1bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/beloved-merseyside-landmark-to-be-brought-back-to-life-by-nautilus-welfare-fund/Plans have been submitted to Wirral Council for a major new addition to the Nautilus accommodation and welfare facilities for retired seafarers in Wallasey, which would revitalise the landmark site at Andrew Gibson House next to the Union's Mariners' Park Estate.Thu, 30 Aug 2018 15:10:53 Z2019-02-05T17:18:05Zed8aab24-5c1f-4bfe-953d-e736d78ce4cahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/final-speaker-added-to-fair-treatment-line-up/The final speaker has been confirmed for the Union's UK Branch Symposium and maritime professionals are urged to sign up now to avoid disappointment.Thu, 30 Aug 2018 08:30:36 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Ze7a98da8-f8a1-4842-9207-52fb159a227ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/futuristic-fleet-operations-centre-opens-in-florida/The City of Glasgow College smart ships symposium generated a great deal of debate about the growing role of fleet operations centres (FOCs) and the qualifications and experience of their staff.Wed, 29 Aug 2018 17:09:17 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z5615664a-c413-4aff-91af-be0d19887788https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/what-will-an-automated-shipping-industry-of-the-future-mean-for-seafarer-training/As the shipping industry moves towards automation and remote operation, what will this mean for seafarer training? Will there even be seafarers in future?Wed, 29 Aug 2018 16:14:46 Z2021-03-15T09:44:30Z363ac98c-d373-4936-8620-84f13a3acda7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/female-first-for-cmm/Female first for CMMWed, 29 Aug 2018 16:00:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z6d592434-48cd-4594-a262-2c947d16c3dchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-podcast-sheds-light-on-union-organising-beyond-borders/Nautilus International's head of organising Garry Elliott's talks about the Union's global organising strategy in a special podcast, 18 months since the Union's first global strategic agreement with Shell.Wed, 29 Aug 2018 12:33:36 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zf73c7837-1f8a-4510-9111-1965a7d3f97bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ordeal-over-for-stranded-malaviya-twenty-crew/The 18-month ordeal of the crew of the Indianflagged support vessel Malaviya Twenty, abandoned in the UK port of Great Yarmouth since February 2017 has come to an end following the Admiralty Marshal's arrest of the ship.Wed, 29 Aug 2018 11:22:23 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z582c18e8-4c23-44a4-9050-8ee5924ff6b1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-set-to-reveal-details-of-brexit-impact-on-uk-seafarer-certificates/Details of how UK seafarer certificates may be recognised within Europe in the event of a 'no deal' Brexit are expected to be provided within a series of documents being published by the government.Fri, 24 Aug 2018 11:55:23 Z2019-11-25T13:17:34Za5d31e94-9db6-4de9-aa79-96cd9cc64cdbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-windfarm-vessel-fatigue-campaign/Nautilus International is backing a new initiative to combat crew fatigue in the offshore energy support vessel (OESV) sector.Thu, 23 Aug 2018 12:50:04 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z1e9fecab-3fe7-44ed-b4e1-4ec75a66c639https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/cyber-security-advice-for-nautilus-members/A special webinar on cyber security is being staged for Nautilus members on 18 September 2018 in partnership with Appsecco and its specialist maritime division, ShipSecure.Wed, 22 Aug 2018 14:06:05 Z2021-03-15T09:44:17Z0297f4b2-565c-4c86-9033-8451fef93998https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-warns-on-offshore-safety-trends/Nautilus has warned a conference to mark the 30th anniversary of the Piper Alpha disaster that safety in the offshore industry is once again being compromised by cutbacks.Tue, 21 Aug 2018 13:05:05 Z2018-11-07T16:44:15Z2452cbd7-894f-4c3f-b083-a40cd6c5088ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/leading-the-way-on-seafarer-mentoring-schemes/Nautilus is working with researchers at Solent University in a year-long investigation into Merchant Navy mentoring schemes.Tue, 21 Aug 2018 10:14:47 Z2021-03-15T09:44:05Zb6bbd7ae-2afb-4261-8066-bca2f48e0b4ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/register-for-the-nautilus-cyber-security-webinar/Cyber-security is an increasing challenge for the shipping industry and Nautilus is stepping in to help members by co-hosting a special training webinar for seafarers in September.Fri, 10 Aug 2018 15:46:36 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zf75e8a09-32b1-4832-b4b0-0859af1851eehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/winds-of-change-for-seafarers/Nautilus Netherlands branch symposium calls for decent work on vessels installing and servicing turbines.Tue, 07 Aug 2018 14:22:50 Z2019-12-10T16:24:35Z970d0162-3d1a-49fe-a88e-31c4b7ca5612https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/us-training-ship-offers-sublime-seatime-model-for-uk/A training ship that can accommodate almost the entire UK maritime cadet intake of 2017 sailed up the river Clyde in July 2018 on a visit to meet the trainees' counterparts at City of Glasgow College.Mon, 06 Aug 2018 14:12:58 Z2021-03-15T09:43:39Z4326d2ee-65f3-43a2-9629-06b25ba1cd62https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/article-50-process-should-be-extended-says-maritime-uk/The industry body Maritime UK has urged the government and European Union to extend the Article 50 process if a deal is not agreed by October.Sat, 04 Aug 2018 08:00:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z2bab0107-81af-47fb-84e2-36cf6613bbb1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/centenary-of-hospital-ship-warilda-is-commemorated/One of the last allied hospital ships sunk during WWI has been commemorated by the Sailors' Society 100 years after its loss.Fri, 03 Aug 2018 15:51:09 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z20c72160-b8ad-4d1b-8f81-8b51caaec48chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/criminalisation-views-wanted-as-master-faces-pollution-trial/Nautilus is urging members to take part in a special survey into the continued risks of criminalisation – highlighting a current case in which a master is facing a prison sentence if he is found guilty of breaking pollution rules.Fri, 03 Aug 2018 13:18:20 Z2019-11-25T13:21:47Z3fe91d0a-c815-41c9-95ec-98d50127abe0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/first-job-fair-staged-by-nautilus-for-uk-cadets/Nautilus has staged its first pilot event to bring UK cadets into contact with shipping companies looking for talented young officers.Thu, 02 Aug 2018 15:07:17 Z2021-03-15T09:43:28Z48bd4a32-3cb4-47a2-b7c7-d8bd821c1446https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/trapped-superyacht-crew-get-their-passports-back/Having effectively been trapped in Dubai onboard a superyacht caught up in the owner’s divorce dispute, Nautilus members serving on the Marshall Islands-registered vessel Luna have now had their passports returned to them.Wed, 01 Aug 2018 10:47:45 Z2021-11-03T10:59:11Zd777b8b2-17fa-43cb-90ba-fca91f92436ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/superyacht-members-urged-to-help-welfare-research/Nautilus is urging members serving on superyachts to take part in a new research project investigating the welfare needs of crews working in the sector.Wed, 01 Aug 2018 10:17:58 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z51d6bb2e-935d-4c4f-a27e-1d293e5ed526https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-guidance-for-seafarers-on-managing-stress-and-sleeping-well-at-sea/As part of the growing drive to tackle mental illness in the maritime community, a special guide to managing stress has been released, along with an accompanying relaxation tape.Tue, 31 Jul 2018 15:37:47 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z38d31bcf-8084-42fb-ba89-b33a23f6a3bbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-unions-join-forces-over-employment-on-irish-sea-ferries/British and Irish seafaring unions have called for an urgent meeting with Irish Ferries to discuss concerns over the pay and conditions of the crew that will work on a new ‘super-ferry’ due to come into service in the autumn.Tue, 31 Jul 2018 08:46:22 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z3259c584-f0b3-4e43-8f9b-3173a4b173c0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-helps-superyacht-members-caught-up-in-divorce-dispute/Nautilus International is providing advice and assistance to members serving on a superyacht who have been caught up in a bitter divorce dispute between the Russian billionaire owner and his ex-wife.Fri, 27 Jul 2018 15:56:41 Z2018-11-06T18:10:05Zcbb5a201-26a8-4e6f-8206-2e7939bcd84ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-takes-its-protest-against-borr-drilling-to-scotland/Nautilus has staged a protest in Scotland against 'unfair' redundancies being made by Paragon Offshore's new owners, Borr Drilling.Fri, 27 Jul 2018 15:20:17 Z2018-11-28T14:08:23Zdaffac13-addb-4580-b054-db30a66abc41https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/redundancy-rights-case-heard-at-court-of-appeal/A crucial court case involving seafarers’ employment rights has been heard at the Court of Appeal in London.Fri, 27 Jul 2018 12:37:50 Z2020-07-02T08:15:31Zb9e695b2-7e93-4f01-8667-c8cb2f1d5caehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/big-rise-in-crew-hostage-taking/The number of seafarers being held hostage by pirates has increased sharply over the first half of 2018, according to a new report from the ICC International Maritime Bureau (IMB).Wed, 25 Jul 2018 16:17:08 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z5f368d97-0fac-4d0d-aa58-62444d0ae283https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/paying-the-price-of-piracy/A new study of global maritime piracy has revealed new threats to ships and their crews ‒ and has prompted warnings for seafarers to remain vigilant against potential attacks.Wed, 25 Jul 2018 15:47:14 Z2019-12-10T16:22:14Z6e77af73-745a-432d-a165-061b9ab32848https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/grounded-ships-crew-looking-for-better-mobile-connections/The crew of a car carrier which ran aground off the coast of Sweden are reported to have told investigators that they were trying to get a good mobile phone connection at the time of the accident.Wed, 25 Jul 2018 14:37:22 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zb121711f-8c4a-4313-974a-3925d04d5c5ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seafarer-pension-priority-wake-up-call/Maritime employers are being urged to act on a ‘wake-up call’ about retirement planning delivered in research published in June.Wed, 25 Jul 2018 11:42:31 Z2019-12-09T16:29:48Ze1f09519-a67d-46d3-9bdf-38064f202090https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/maritime-pensions-made-simpler/The specialist maritime pensions provider Ensign has launched a new website as part of a programme to make it easier for employees and employers to understand their retirement options.Tue, 24 Jul 2018 08:45:41 Z2019-02-13T14:09:43Z826ae270-8e42-4202-b492-cd8b2ea7aee6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/take-a-stand-for-the-council/Nominations are now open for members to serve on the Council. A total of 14 seats will be up for election next year and now is the time to get your name registered.Fri, 20 Jul 2018 16:15:58 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z0407cef8-d57c-4d30-8fcf-3ee61a0d2420https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-urged-to-take-part-in-dgps-study/Nautilus members are being invited to take part in a special survey to help shape the future of Differential Global Positioning System (DGPS) services in the UK and Ireland.Fri, 20 Jul 2018 09:45:23 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z61b57639-6330-4e30-9939-e1862cc9d7cbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-pledges-support-for-improving-the-maritime-gender-balance/Nautilus has teamed up with almost 40 leading UK shipowners and maritime industry groups to launch a new initiative to increase the number of women in shipping.Thu, 19 Jul 2018 10:46:18 Z2018-11-06T18:10:47Z3b4e0f4c-4858-4401-8f79-bbcfd71682b3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-moves-to-settle-indian-empress-claims/Nautilus International has welcomed the court-ordered sale of the superyacht Indian Empress, which has been abandoned by its multi-millionaire owner since September last year.Wed, 11 Jul 2018 12:17:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z233be55b-8b80-4df9-a3e6-b62afd7279efhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/promotion-prospects-persuading-young-people-on-the-longevity-of-maritime-careers/Nautilus feature report on a Trinity House conference to consider the crucial question of how the shipping industry do a better job in promoting seafaring careers to young people.Mon, 02 Jul 2018 13:52:36 Z2020-09-18T15:26:35Zb0e12a22-3af6-4546-b595-c1d30c98a032https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-calls-for-an-end-to-ordeal-of-stranded-crew/Nautilus has urged the UK government to intervene to end the ordeal of crew members stranded onboard the Indian offshore supply ship Malaviya Twenty in the port of Great Yarmouth.Sun, 01 Jul 2018 08:00:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z2d0636b4-4a2e-4b81-bd64-cb7955bff119https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/uk-branch-symposium/UK full members are warmly invited to register for the Union’s annual conference and fair treatment symposium in Liverpool on 2 October.Fri, 29 Jun 2018 12:48:23 Z2021-03-15T09:42:50Z337c6196-76d6-44fa-ba11-31118a3b5a9ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-bungalows-for-veteran-seafarers-at-mariners-park/Retired Merchant Navy seafarers who have been caught up in global conflict can now benefit from two new bungalows built for ‘veteran’ mariners at the Nautilus Welfare Fund’s Mariners’ Park in Wallasey.Wed, 27 Jun 2018 10:13:15 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z73cce4e1-5316-40be-82c6-80cd6d9aa912https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-spotlight-on-maritime-careers-transitions/To help members get the information they need to progress in their maritime careers, Nautilus has put together some case studies from seafarers who share insights on what was helpful to them in transitioning to different roles within the industry.Wed, 27 Jun 2018 08:00:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z290b5c8b-13cf-4a81-944c-2b21ef45eb90https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/european-social-partners-seek-to-increase-women-seafarer-numbers/Nautilus was represented at a meeting of European unions and shipowners which agreed plans to increase the number of women at working at sea.Tue, 26 Jun 2018 15:26:38 Z2018-11-09T15:59:21Z60f2b0e9-2f9c-4210-94b6-e0c25d42db27https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/why-maritime-mental-health-matters/To coincide with Day of the Seafarer Sophia Bullard, crew health programme director with the UK P&I Club, interviewed Jason Tulipan, an experienced Australian mariner who has shared the story of how his mental illness caused him to lose everything and reach rock bottom, and how he has fought back.Mon, 25 Jun 2018 15:35:19 Z2021-03-15T09:42:37Z8a8f44e0-66b4-4da6-8ab3-7df3e8b021f7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ground-breaking-seafarer-welfare-training-programme-launched/The ITF Seafarers’ Trust and the World Maritime University have announced a new training programme designed to equip maritime professionals with key skills and knowledge to support the welfare of seafarers.Mon, 25 Jun 2018 15:05:17 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zfd63504a-ed7d-47b0-b0e0-840ed12b09cdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mentoring-project-aims-to-help-seafarer-wellbeing/Nautilus is involved in an important year-long research project which aims to address seafarer wellness issues by examining ‘best practice’ mentoring schemes.Mon, 25 Jun 2018 14:17:45 Z2019-02-15T13:27:46Zc89a7476-320f-481b-839c-965d3f4c51cahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-launches-new-campaign-for-the-fair-treatment-of-maritime-professionals/Maritime professionals worried about their rights during incidents at sea, are being urged to take part in a new Nautilus survey on their experiences of fair treatment.Mon, 25 Jun 2018 08:33:00 Z2018-11-06T18:11:25Zb75549c5-dd09-4e21-a6e4-0bf2e95a269ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ships-of-the-past-empire-windrush/Although remembered for just one voyage, Empire Windrush had an eventful career including Nazi holiday cruises and Korean War troop transportationFri, 22 Jun 2018 15:17:34 Z2021-03-15T09:42:23Z087d2ec2-7588-43b1-8109-8a27ec1f8ec8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-organises-port-protest-over-paragon-jobs/Nautilus International is organising a protest action in the Dutch port of IJmuiden on Monday 25 June in a dispute over a threat to more than 70 Paragon Offshore jobs.Fri, 22 Jun 2018 10:09:51 Z2018-11-28T14:09:22Z42813585-3fa3-4a08-981f-153d410338c0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/fuel-for-thought-from-union-during-seafarers-awareness-week/Petrol stations will this month pump out the Union's message of how vital seafarers are for the UK economy – with 95% of everything that is imported to the UK, including the oil for our petrol and diesel, coming by sea.Thu, 21 Jun 2018 15:16:53 Z2018-11-06T18:12:07Zb19d4f0d-34e1-47e3-9571-8bb77979bb7ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-stages-jobs-event-at-city-of-glasgow-college/Nautilus International has staged a pilot recruitment event, in partnership with the City of Glasgow College, to help aspiring officers find their first job at sea.Thu, 21 Jun 2018 13:32:37 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zc5222df3-7f49-42e8-96c3-6291a6be63cdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-warn-on-rescue-ship-refusals/Unions have expressed deep concerns over the refusal of Italy and Malta to meet their legal obligations to allow the landing of migrants picked up by the Gibraltar-flagged rescue ship Aquarius.Fri, 15 Jun 2018 13:09:39 Z2018-11-26T16:40:42Z2d47cfb0-f834-4448-8fcf-59f86b1f065fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ukpandi-launches-safety-competition/Prize money totalling US$50,000 is being offered by the UK P&I Club in a competition challenging students and young people embarking on a maritime career to develop innovative ideas to improving safety at sea.Fri, 15 Jun 2018 11:53:40 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z1387f704-f9d9-47dd-89ac-5457abab3aadhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/prepare-for-action-on-crew-well-being/How can shipping industry talk about seafarer wellness be turned into practical measures to make crews' lives better?Wed, 13 Jun 2018 12:20:00 Z2021-03-15T09:42:11Ze8aee7eb-2a4a-4edb-8bbc-174ab56262cbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/discharge-duty-ballast-water-management-safety-concerns/Nautilus members raise ballast water management safety concerns.Tue, 12 Jun 2018 15:04:46 Z2021-03-15T09:41:55Zecade653-f522-4671-bfc2-d4f48daa6b63https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-and-owners-make-united-call-on-seafarer-visas/Unions and owners make united call on seafarer visasTue, 12 Jun 2018 11:54:46 Z2018-11-09T16:19:33Z07155c23-6877-4465-95d6-f983aaa23c4ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-updates-guidance-on-sea-service-verification/Nautilus has refreshed its guidance for superyacht crew on sea service verification.Thu, 07 Jun 2018 15:10:51 Z2018-11-23T16:12:28Z69f3da67-32ae-4a22-86c7-f0b7c9a65f75https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/smart-thinking/Nautilus reports on a ‘SMarT Plus summit’ to consider the questions about funding for UK cadet training.Wed, 06 Jun 2018 10:19:43 Z2021-03-15T09:41:44Z84b21bd0-0eac-4783-a6c8-49e0b2e5c264https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/etf-accelerates-new-campaign-for-fair-transport-in-europe/Nautilus is backing a new drive to combat social dumping, exploitation and unfair competition in the European transport industries.Fri, 01 Jun 2018 15:19:22 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z6aaabfd5-61a1-4c9f-8a8a-07f3f3bfacc2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/court-victory-for-nautilus-in-superyacht-wages-claim/Nautilus has secured an important court ruling in its efforts to recover wages owed to the crew of a superyacht which has been abandoned by its multi-millionaire owner since September 2017.Fri, 01 Jun 2018 15:03:39 Z2019-05-22T13:32:27Z547fafb5-4ce3-4c75-b349-45dced4ec81fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/faulty-throw-bags-spark-safety-concerns/The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has issued an industry-wide safety warning after faults were found in throw bag rescue lines which are used on commercial and recreational vessels.Fri, 01 Jun 2018 11:39:31 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z570a4d20-b610-4ca5-b5d1-326a7e51e488https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/fresh-cuts-proposed-to-vgg-marine-crew/Radical proposals that would see members employed as marine crew by VGG (Singapore) suffer a 15% pay cut have been tabled by the company.Thu, 31 May 2018 09:32:06 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z0fcad8d3-b5cf-4ce9-a2a8-7d020cc989e4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/cause-for-alarm-with-onboard-technology/A committee of Nautilus members hears how some onboard systems are still worryingly fragile – even as the industry moves towards autonomous shippingWed, 30 May 2018 16:00:02 Z2021-03-15T09:41:26Z20c002a1-fa14-47d4-b140-e637eb9069fbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/fly-the-flag-for-ships-and-seafarers/Nautilus members are being invited to support two forthcoming initiatives to promote merchant shipping and seafaring.Sun, 27 May 2018 10:00:00 Z2019-11-20T13:15:03Z7302d52a-11ce-4ac8-b50e-0ceef3630240https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/show-your-pride-in-shipping-with-nautilus/Nautilus will be taking part in 2018's LGBT+ Pride parade in central London, on Saturday 7 July 2018 – and if you would like to join the team at the event, get in touch with the Union as soon as possible.Sat, 26 May 2018 15:27:00 Z2019-11-20T13:14:10Zc2468049-8b68-44db-be07-283fd6b3f38ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-questions-need-to-put-northern-isles-services-out-to-tender/Nautilus has expressed disappointment at the Scottish government's decision to put the contract for the Northern Isles lifeline ferry services out to competitive tender in June.Fri, 25 May 2018 14:43:54 Z2018-11-06T18:13:21Zbd9a6c65-6162-43d0-94fc-42a22ba041e7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-urges-employers-to-act-on-pensions-wake-up-call/Nautilus is backing new research which warns shipping companies that they will face increasing recruitment and retention problems if they fail to provide decent pensions for their seafarers.Fri, 25 May 2018 13:40:51 Z2019-02-14T09:53:18Zfe31fb8b-bd7e-4a5c-9a6c-6c4c8c75574dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/industry-partners-produce-guidelines-for-seafarer-mental-welfare-policy/Nautilus, the RMT union and the UK Chamber of Shipping have jointly agreed new guidelines to help shipping companies to develop policies for the mental wellbeing of their seafarers.Fri, 25 May 2018 12:56:33 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Ze39b66b5-9e88-40c3-955a-ebb111b75533https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/how-are-you-feeling/New research shows worrying levels of psychiatric problems amongst seafarers. To find out what's behind this, ANDREW LININGTON heard from a conference aimed at helping the industry identify and tackle the issues.Fri, 25 May 2018 09:31:00 Z2021-03-15T09:41:02Zddc15926-a18f-4802-b8d2-082917041da9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/first-hand-experience-a-nautilus-member-speaks-about-the-taboos-surrounding-mental-illness/A seafarer who has suffered from depression spoke to the Wellness at Sea conference about the taboos surrounding mental illness in our industry.Fri, 25 May 2018 09:20:00 Z2021-03-15T09:41:14Zc1e09979-0802-4b9d-a363-8b7b3ffc34f9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/stena-set-to-shift-management-back-in-house/Nautilus is set to meet management following Stena Line's announcement that it to transfer back the crew and technical management of its ferries from Northern Marine on 1 September 2018.Thu, 24 May 2018 14:41:47 Z2018-11-06T18:13:40Zc6bc85e1-7ac7-416f-8851-a2e0d0b42781https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/conference-backs-calls-to-stamp-out-unfair-competition-in-ferry-sector/Delegates at the Wales TUC conference 2018 have unanimously backed a Nautilus call for the government to stamp out unfair competition in the ferry sector.Thu, 24 May 2018 11:07:52 Z2019-11-20T13:11:11Z78869eb9-eebe-4355-9567-f27482a5bbfchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-hits-out-at-windfarm-jobs-waiver/Nautilus International has written to the UK immigration minister Caroline Nokes to protest over the government's decision to grant a fresh waiver to windfarm vessel operators to enable them to continue using foreign crews.Thu, 24 May 2018 10:57:57 Z2018-11-06T18:14:00Zc8de5714-33c7-4430-95ac-a85b2603522bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipping-industry-urged-to-maintain-piracy-precautions/Seafarers and shipowners have been warned against relaxing their counter-piracy precautions following new evidence of continuing high risks of attack in many parts of the world.Wed, 23 May 2018 15:29:39 Z2019-11-20T13:09:45Zda7ffdd4-9162-475b-a2aa-f1534c382cc8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-team-make-semi-finals-of-maritime-football-cup/Nautilus International swapped the gangplank for goalposts last weekend (20 May) helping the Union to not one, but two semi-final places in a maritime five-a-side tournament in aid of Seafarers UK.Tue, 22 May 2018 08:43:37 Z2019-11-20T13:09:01Za1cbf474-c173-41ec-bd75-3cecd46ae659https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/owners-warn-of-sulphur-cap-chaos-and-confusion/The global shipowners' organisation has warned that ships could get stuck in ports as a consequence of 'an unholy mess' posed by the introduction of a worldwide 0.5% sulphur fuel cap.Mon, 21 May 2018 13:40:10 Z2019-10-07T10:17:50Z6d1ac52c-fe2d-4d4b-8e3d-228f03f4592fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-secures-pay-for-crew-on-frozen-superyacht/Nautilus International has helped to ensure that crew members on a 115m superyacht detained in Dubai since February have had their wages paid.Fri, 18 May 2018 14:12:09 Z2018-11-06T18:14:28Z38be59a8-6882-42b2-ac84-bee87b118677https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-at-risk-of-losing-its-global-maritime-reputation-nautilus-warns/With less than a year to go until the UK’s departure from the European Union, Nautilus International is warning that the nation’s maritime reputation could be at risk if the government does not ensure essential EU legislation is retained after Brexit.Fri, 18 May 2018 09:18:57 Z2019-02-22T12:04:17Z479240bc-73f1-4698-954f-2fe35bf2f24chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/gibraltar-port-chief-is-new-head-of-uk-shipowners-organisation/The recent head of the Gibraltar Port Authority has been appointed as the new chief executive of the British shipowners’ organisation, the UK Chamber of Shipping.Wed, 16 May 2018 11:20:02 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zfdcd03b0-1a88-44cd-8117-7cbc92b68ed9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dont-miss-out-on-a-merchant-navy-medal/Time is running out if you want to put forward a candidate for this year's Merchant Navy Medal awards.Tue, 15 May 2018 14:48:13 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Ze5e5b333-578e-47e0-9ec3-18438b718eafhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dont-miss-mentoring-survey-deadline/Nautilus members were urged not to miss the deadline to contribute to an important research project which aims to develop a 'best practice' guide for mentoring in the shipping industryTue, 15 May 2018 09:44:37 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z5bb9a852-6b2a-4234-9725-9b551ef12fd7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-joins-march-for-a-new-deal/Nautilus members, staff and officials joined a TUC rally in London calling for a 'new deal' for UK workers as research revealed that the current squeeze on wages is the worst in 200 years.Mon, 14 May 2018 10:01:23 Z2018-11-06T18:14:44Za4675467-8bd0-470e-8ed5-92d2c6d11f58https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-officials-long-walks-for-water/A Nautilus staff member is spending much of her spare time on long walks for charity along the Thames Path - a 184-mile route from the source in Gloucestershire to the Thames Barrier.Fri, 11 May 2018 13:15:03 Z2018-11-06T18:14:54Zf639993a-0b85-484c-a6ea-1b9bc1c1f031https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-urges-imo-to-take-heed-of-human-factors-in-smart-ship-review/Neglecting 'human factors' in the drive towards autonomous shipping could pose big threats to safety and the environment, Nautilus International has warned ahead of top-level talks on the issues.Wed, 09 May 2018 11:41:05 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z11f4ae73-9a19-4954-893f-e1bc2af69fc6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-gives-cautious-welcome-to-isle-of-man-ferries-buyout/Nautilus has cautiously welcomed a ‘definitive agreement’ on the purchase of the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company (IOMSPCo) by the IoM government.Tue, 08 May 2018 11:45:40 Z2024-01-24T15:36:45Z4654b6ce-d66d-4fa1-80e8-d9f2199054e5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/russian-floating-nuclear-power-plant-raises-greenpeace-concerns/A Russian ship-based nuclear power plant, dubbed a potential ‘floating Chernobyl’, has drawn criticism from environmental groups following its launch from St Petersburg.Fri, 04 May 2018 13:15:43 Z2018-11-09T16:32:17Za1e5bcd6-1542-4529-b9bf-a36449571f75https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/bookshop-benefits/Readers seeking to buy the books reviewed in the Telegraph now have the chance to support a maritime charity as they shop.Thu, 03 May 2018 16:30:00 Z2020-09-21T10:27:20Z8d3e8258-bf3c-4280-b0e8-5a94d9cd048chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/swapping-the-gangplank-for-the-stage/Women seafarers are being sought to help shape a new play about life at sea.Thu, 03 May 2018 15:54:16 Z2019-11-19T13:01:59Z7229b8cd-6e47-493f-b7ae-6ce955fd0267https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/what-do-you-think-about-mentoring/Seafarers and shipping industry managers encouraged to make their input into a research project which aims to develop a 'best practice' guide for mentoring in the shipping industry.Thu, 03 May 2018 15:05:46 Z2019-11-19T12:59:41Z830e950f-d13e-4ed6-8943-b6b3bec62822https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seafarers-need-special-training-to-deal-with-rising-tide-of-data-insurers-warn/Concerns raised over crews’ ability to cope with impact of cutting-edge technology.Wed, 02 May 2018 16:26:12 Z2021-03-15T09:40:41Z3ae949cc-1ec4-4418-b7a9-c49a6965ce26https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/a-quiet-revolution/A quiet revolution: Seafarers of all ranks, roles and nationalities increasingly expect to be able to use the internet recreationally onboardship.Tue, 01 May 2018 09:13:04 Z2018-05-15T09:20:24Zbaf6b7f7-8432-4e08-9c53-68c534b904a7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-nautilus-website-responds-to-seafarers-needs/Nautilus celebrates May Day – International Workers' Day 2018 – by launching a new website, making it easier for maritime professionals to access essential news and information on their Union, their industry and their employment rights at sea and on land.Tue, 01 May 2018 08:00:00 Z2019-11-19T11:05:50Zc09c43c6-c9f1-47e6-af65-f55a75a4ae04https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-seeks-long-term-strategy-for-continuous-mlc-improvements/Nautilus International has welcomed an agreement to amend the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006 to provide improved protection for seafarers held hostage as a result of piracy or armed robbery attacks on their ships.Mon, 30 Apr 2018 14:48:24 Z2018-11-06T18:16:07Zfe1c8671-8306-41da-be0a-ac0c149fa4e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-member-to-take-on-cycle-challenge/A Nautilus member is swapping the water for two wheels in a bid to raise money for The Marine Society and Sea Cadets.Mon, 30 Apr 2018 14:29:59 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zac1feae4-2cac-4091-9e06-1680271db057https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/is-this-your-life/Nautilus members are being invited to contribute to a major new maritime museum project that will celebrate Liverpool’s rich seafaring tradition.Fri, 27 Apr 2018 13:45:27 Z2021-03-15T09:40:19Zb47c93e7-6a1e-4703-b44e-d51675e248e7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/historical-harm/New hopes for seafarers affected by asbestos exposureThu, 26 Apr 2018 15:53:58 Z2021-03-15T09:40:06Zad1203b7-f997-443b-9a51-3ca1ee5a2e90https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/show-pride-for-the-maritime-industry/Nautilus will be taking part in 2018’s LGBT+ Pride parade in central London, on Saturday 7 July.Wed, 25 Apr 2018 16:37:08 Z2019-11-19T11:04:52Zaaaa45de-0198-4bdd-833f-78412aef9049https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-protest-to-panama-over-canal-safety/Nautilus International has protested to the Panamanian Embassy in London over concerns that cuts could compromise safety in the Panama Canal.Wed, 25 Apr 2018 15:48:43 Z2018-11-06T18:16:25Zb7c875bb-7bef-489e-a66a-df9f4d0fc4a1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/mind-the-gap/Nautilus Telegraph feature on the new gender pay gap reporting rules and progress so far.Wed, 25 Apr 2018 14:44:54 Z2023-03-15T15:30:32Zefec6076-2376-40f9-b8f9-acf20f4ffe14https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/palma-superyacht-show-member-invite/Large yacht crew attending the sixth Palma Superyacht Show, from 27 to 29 April, are invited to meet Nautilus representatives at the event.Tue, 24 Apr 2018 15:56:05 Z2021-11-03T11:05:19Z853c5112-e9a2-40f6-b3e2-26ac7456ae66https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/international-award-for-nautilus-welfare-fund/The Nautilus Welfare Fund’s (NWF) extensive range of support for seafarers has been recognised with the presentation of a prestigious international award honouring ‘exceptional levels of welfare services and facilities for seafarers’.Mon, 23 Apr 2018 18:56:37 Z2018-12-31T15:48:12Z1864ce89-4aed-4f57-b52b-7ce3914a1735https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/open-day-for-aspiring-seafarers-in-scotland/The City of Glasgow College is set to stage one of the UK's largest events for aspiring seafarers when it holds its annual Merchant Navy Open Day on Saturday 21 April 2018.Tue, 17 Apr 2018 15:51:18 Z2019-11-19T11:03:30Z9aaaa23c-7cbb-4c58-8636-48fd15a7d6ffhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/scottish-tuc-delegates-support-nautilus-motions/Delegates at this year’s Scottish TUC conference have voted to support Nautilus motions highlighting continuing job losses in the North Sea and questions over the future of Scottish ferries.Tue, 17 Apr 2018 14:39:30 Z2018-11-06T18:17:03Zadbbb79a-edf9-4b3d-acc3-430d3af4009chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/imo-greenhouse-gas-agreement-is-the-absolute-bare-minimum/Nautilus has described a long-awaited International Maritime Organisation agreement on cutting carbon emissions from shipping as a missed opportunity to set an example to the world.Fri, 13 Apr 2018 15:28:09 Z2019-01-24T15:33:10Zcf2222d5-8a7c-48b5-8d8d-ea57851ac763https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-mentoring-project-launches/A year-long project launched in a bid to develop a ‘best practice’ guide for mentoring seafarers.Fri, 13 Apr 2018 15:10:00 Z2019-11-19T11:02:14Z73b76ded-b723-4b85-8b2b-4cf7eedc1c85https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-calls-for-a-socially-responsible-superyacht-industry/As Nautilus International foughtrecover wages owed to members working onboard the superyacht Indian Empress and sister vessel Force India, the Union issued a call to socially responsible yacht managers, crewing agents and training providers.Fri, 13 Apr 2018 12:11:37 Z2021-11-03T10:44:00Z40caea06-5c2a-4fc9-a7c5-109fd9f35754https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ensign-cuts-the-costs-of-maritime-pensions/The specialist maritime industry pension scheme, the Ensign Retirement Plan, has cut its annual management charge for members – already one of the lowest in the pensions industry – from 0.36% to 0.31%.Fri, 13 Apr 2018 11:39:58 Z2019-02-13T14:08:44Z7e1454c0-fa93-4580-b182-0b306560490chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/piracy-on-the-rise-again-report-warns/A surge in armed attacks on ships off the coast of West Africa has sparked an increase in global levels of piracy and armed robbery at sea, the International Maritime Bureau (IMB) has warned.Thu, 12 Apr 2018 10:04:29 Z2019-11-19T10:26:03Zac10d4ed-7a3d-4144-9616-8771d6e2b32dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-urged-to-join-tuc-rally/Nautilus members urged to put on their walking shoes and join a TUC march in London, supporting its demand for a ‘new deal’ for working people.Wed, 11 Apr 2018 16:56:36 Z2019-11-19T10:23:46Z0123ac4a-763e-4d2d-9cb4-ea6d3c40efd4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/happiness-on-the-horizon/Nautilus feature: Happiness on the horizonMon, 09 Apr 2018 22:36:27 Z2021-03-15T09:39:44Za59d007f-f387-40dd-96d5-f4d0551594a9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/superyacht-chefs-catered-for-by-new-nautilus-strategic-partnerships/As the Mediterranean superyacht season started in 2018, Nautilus announced two important new strategic partnerships in the sector – extending its growing network to the recruitment of superyacht chefs.Thu, 05 Apr 2018 13:46:58 Z2021-11-03T11:02:02Z5e095f0c-8bee-44b3-8f98-bb397808b9dbhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/superyacht-owner-urged-to-pay-crews-following-court-hearing/Nautilus is urging the multi-millionaire owner of one of the world’s largest private yachts to urgently pay more than US$1m of wages owed to crew members following a court hearing this week.Thu, 05 Apr 2018 09:29:18 Z2018-11-06T18:17:31Z1d915ebe-cd5a-45e7-b36f-430b6e9d4bc7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/21st-century-plague/What is the maritime industry doing to help rid our oceans of toxic plastic waste? In this special series of features, Sarah Robinson investigatesThu, 29 Mar 2018 13:00:00 Z2021-08-23T08:56:28Z172eb030-fd99-4e6d-ab91-585fcf6ee0e2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/convincing-ferries-to-cut-plastic-waste/Young environmental campaigners from Glasgow have enlisted Scotland’s best-known ferry operator, Caledonian MacBrayne, in their campaign to ban disposable plastic straws.Thu, 29 Mar 2018 12:50:00 Z2018-04-09T21:16:02Zdcfe386f-7e03-48b8-9fe5-5b0ea9913f5ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/seabin-project-trapping-floating-plastics-in-port/Nautilus Telegraph feature on Seabin, the marine waste-gathering systemThu, 29 Mar 2018 12:45:00 Z2021-03-15T09:39:17Za62fc12e-f243-4ae6-be6c-a7c2a22117b6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/ocean-cleanup-tackling-the-plastic-problem-on-the-high-seas/Nautilus Telegraph feature on Ocean Cleanup – tackling the plastic problem on the high seas.Thu, 29 Mar 2018 12:40:00 Z2025-11-28T15:07:13Z073ac66d-9755-41ea-ae96-0e1634281a16https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/greenseas-trust-binning-plastics-on-the-beach/Nautilus member Fazilette Khan, on how she has spent much of her 30 years as a seafarer and environmental officer on cruiseships, thinking about marine waste management.Thu, 29 Mar 2018 12:35:00 Z2021-08-23T08:50:01Z59e46de4-dc35-434a-b106-f96bec4bd660https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tributes-paid-to-unions-retiring-professional-and-technical-expert/Leading figures from the UK shipping industry, maritime academics and training officials, and seafarer unions and welfare organisations paid a fond farewell at HQS Wellington to Nautilus senior national secretary Allan Graveson, who retired at the end of March 2018.Thu, 29 Mar 2018 10:15:53 Z2019-11-19T10:21:17Zb7fc390a-9f2a-4ab5-9429-ea7499c72ac7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-meeting-with-new-shipping-minister/General Secretary Mark Dickinson has held a 'positive' first meeting with shipping minister Nusrat Ghani discussing issues affecting the employment and training of UK seafarers.Thu, 29 Mar 2018 08:36:09 Z2019-11-19T10:20:02Z6bea598e-0aa2-4142-a6ff-ad46cbac0505https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/crew-comms-report-reveals-the-cost-of-staying-connected/Seafarers worldwide could be spending almost a quarter of their monthly salary staying connected with friends and family, an industry report has revealed.Wed, 28 Mar 2018 13:10:46 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z8e85af5f-e572-4157-9fe3-6c18826350aehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-government-announces-long-term-policy-plan/Nautilus has welcomed a UK government announcement of plans to develop a long-term maritime policy programme.Tue, 27 Mar 2018 12:42:17 Z2019-01-24T15:34:05Z06fdafe6-9c31-4efa-a383-ab084eac222ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-participates-in-chinese-port-welfare-conference/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson was one of the speakers at a conference to discuss welfare services for the growing number of seafarers on ships visiting Chinese ports.Mon, 26 Mar 2018 11:29:56 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zc29a2ecb-b9fc-440b-806f-0fa86bcdba17https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/the-commute-that-can-kill/Nautilus members taking long plane journeys to reach their vessels are being advised to take precautions against deep vein thrombosis.Fri, 23 Mar 2018 08:00:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zc617598c-d3b8-443f-8f88-ba5d2cecb4ebhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/homes-for-veterans/Work is progressing on two new bungalows at Nautilus International’s Mariners’ Park welfare complex in Wallasey.Thu, 22 Mar 2018 15:27:14 Z2019-11-19T10:18:24Zfee8410e-2e50-42ec-83b5-64a8b604069ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-charity-in-final-for-international-award/The Nautilus Welfare Fund has made it onto the shortlist for the 2018 International Seafarer Welfare Awards.Thu, 22 Mar 2018 15:05:34 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zac551ebe-26ff-40f8-80c9-581517a2ee54https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/orkney-ferry-dispute-is-over/The long-running Orkney Ferries pay dispute has finally been resolved after members voted overwhelmingly to accept a two-year agreement.Tue, 20 Mar 2018 23:18:19 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z83df9844-3650-4bc0-a52b-4588ac99f067https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/bright-future/Big changes are afoot for the Ensign Retirement Plan over the coming year – and Nautilus believes they will deliver long-term benefits for members in the maritime industry...Mon, 19 Mar 2018 16:05:24 Z2021-03-15T09:38:39Z788f2c56-d6b6-4eb9-912e-c92a9076722dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nautilus-member-pioneers-the-use-of-drones/A Nautilus member is pioneering the use of drones to carry out dangerous and dirty work on ships. He tells Steven Kennedy how robotics can not only cut costs but also save lives…Fri, 16 Mar 2018 11:03:51 Z2021-03-15T09:38:11Z6c0cb190-dc73-46b8-a582-061fd860f931https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/technological-advances-outpacing-the-regulatory-system-for-shipping/The rapid pace of technological change threatens to render the International Maritime Organisation redundant, shipping industry experts have warned.Thu, 15 Mar 2018 17:54:00 Z2019-11-19T10:17:11Z1063c517-abac-4bc4-9f2b-57b74b9b64behttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/perusing-our-perception/Seafarers are routinely working at the limits of their physical abilities, a new study has concluded.Thu, 15 Mar 2018 17:35:21 Z2021-03-15T09:38:01Z0a876c6a-7797-4968-a0ff-6c998821eea9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-backs-call-for-review-of-emergency-towing-vessel-cover/Nautilus has backed a call by the UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) for a review of emergency towing vessel (ETV) cover in the Dover Strait.Thu, 15 Mar 2018 10:00:00 Z2019-11-19T10:16:06Z6844fe43-aaa6-4031-ace2-10c43856c410https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/mission-seeks-welfare-award-winners/The Mission to Seafarers is seeking nominations for a series awards to recognise seafarers and staff within the maritime industry who make outstanding contributions to the welfare of others.Wed, 14 Mar 2018 14:26:15 Z2022-08-18T15:20:52Z624dde48-a495-485d-be50-99beb95e3f48https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/how-you-can-help-improve-maritime-pension-provision/Nautilus members are being asked to help important new research into pension provision for UK maritime employees.Wed, 14 Mar 2018 11:41:57 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z99282584-6e9e-4420-aefd-457400c14be6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-press-for-progress-on-international-womens-day/The European maritime industry marked International Women's Day by pledging to increase female involvement in shipping.Thu, 08 Mar 2018 14:00:00 Z2019-11-19T10:13:25Zb17e7a8b-5404-41a9-9fa0-4a97bda29e6dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-members-asked-to-help-with-training-research/Nautilus members have been invited to assist with important research into UK Human Element Leadership Management (HELM) training.Thu, 08 Mar 2018 12:28:41 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z6b5dad15-dae8-4423-a542-d0ea0804e82ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-industry-launches-womens-taskforce/Nautilus was represented at the first meeting of a new industry taskforce to tackle fairness, equality and inclusion in the UK maritime sector.Thu, 08 Mar 2018 10:30:00 Z2018-12-14T16:30:33Zdca528d4-6d5b-4c3b-ada7-92bc81561678https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/red-funnel-appoints-its-first-female-captain/Southampton-based ferry operator Red Funnel has appointed Alice Duncan as its first female captainThu, 08 Mar 2018 01:00:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z8704629b-25c6-4c2c-a3b3-e5c9904a74ddhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-secures-milestone-payments-for-abandoned-superyacht-crew/Nautilus International has secured a 'milestone' payment for crew members owed more than US$1m wages after the superyacht on which they are working was abandoned by its Indian multi-millionaire owner.Tue, 06 Mar 2018 14:47:57 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zc91e74f3-aa33-4bbd-91af-7842e5bc7ae0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/singapore-support-for-nautilus-federation/The Nautilus Federation now has a base in Singapore thanks to a cooperation agreement between Nautilus International and the local officers’ and ratings’ unions SMOU and SOS.Mon, 05 Mar 2018 16:00:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z255ddf78-3acc-4a1f-a69d-a3e26d8f8d32https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/minister-wants-uk-to-take-the-lead-on-smart-ships/Transport minister Chris Grayling has promised action to ensure that the UK takes a global lead in the adoption of 'smart' shipping.Thu, 01 Mar 2018 16:18:46 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zebbae2e2-d7b6-47c4-9768-f64ddf72a52dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/orkney-ferries-offer-is-backed-by-union/Nautilus members serving with Orkney Ferries have suspended their industrial action while consultations take place on a pay and conditions offer that has been tabled in a bid to resolve the long-running dispute.Thu, 01 Mar 2018 15:30:14 Z2018-11-06T18:18:30Z7b8171fc-7e92-4504-97f5-24952efd3773https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/new-atlantic-memorial-planned/£2.5m monument to be dedicated to WW2 seafarers.Thu, 22 Feb 2018 11:10:40 Z2019-05-24T10:44:21Z0b634a28-98c2-4104-9339-bd732d9fb2fahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/no-more-flogging-the-log/A former superyacht crew member has used his experience to help launch a new app to help seafarers keep track of their working hours. Steven Kennedy reports…Thu, 22 Feb 2018 10:54:08 Z2021-03-15T09:37:33Z4a73a324-1106-499b-bab2-0191b124c400https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/recognising-exceptional-work/Do you know someone who deserves a medal? Now is the time to put forward candidates for the 2018 Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service. Captain Matthew Easton, chairman of the MNM Consultative Committee, explains how to nominate people for the award…Thu, 22 Feb 2018 09:51:36 Z2018-11-02T07:45:20Z8d732d7e-b8fc-4a66-a37c-405bce2e920fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-urged-to-support-seafaring-careers-promotion/Nautilus members are being invited to support a special initiative to encourage more young people to consider becoming a seafarer.Wed, 14 Feb 2018 17:32:17 Z2019-11-19T10:08:48Z7c01e327-3278-46cf-9078-dda2de21a34bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/Owners-launch-big-data-scheme-to-cut-seafarer-deaths/Seafarers heard mixed messages on how they might be employed on the smart ships of the future, at a recent conference on automated ships attended by Nautilus.Tue, 06 Feb 2018 10:00:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z9943bf2d-5e07-4855-a66a-85d88851249chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-government-decision-to-double-smart-budget/The Union has consistently campaigned to secure increased funding for SMarT to support the cost of training UK-resident seafarers and to bring the scheme in line with the aid provided by many other major maritime nations.Fri, 02 Feb 2018 15:00:00 Z2020-05-13T12:27:45Zbd8402de-9628-4670-a3f4-9cfc60b2f5ddhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-the-team-garry-elliott-nautilus-senior-national-organiser/A Nautilus senior management profile feature on senior national organiser Garry Elliott, who explains why trade union representation is so important.Thu, 01 Feb 2018 14:00:00 Z2018-11-30T15:22:36Z8e1d8ded-ec3d-446f-b6cd-658dde49c2b6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/nation-of-seafarers/Nautilus is cementing its Croatian connections with an increasingly strong relationship with the country’s seafaring union SPH.Thu, 01 Feb 2018 12:00:00 Z2018-03-26T21:20:00Z8c420dd4-8b14-481c-adbd-37a408ab95aehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/record-year-for-the-nautilus-caseworker-service/Alan's life improved significantly after help from the Nautilus Welfare Fund caseworker service. He is among more than 300 former seafarers were supported by the service in 2017.Wed, 24 Jan 2018 16:20:00 Z2022-04-21T15:31:01Zfb253fe3-d9d7-44ed-8c3d-c9ad8e6ece51https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/confidential-hazard-reporting-update-at-union-professional-and-technical-forum/Confidential hazard reporting update at Union professional and technical forum.Tue, 23 Jan 2018 17:07:47 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z3dd4efae-7243-444c-9c8a-73eb210195ddhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/conference-to-consider-seafarer-wellbeing/Shipping companies need to prioritise crew wellness to prevent disasters like the loss of the US-flagged ro-ro containership El Faro, the head of a major maritime charity has claimed.Tue, 23 Jan 2018 16:04:33 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z890d7b6f-ade1-450f-8f05-fe3fcb7b9bbehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/adapt-and-evolve-is-the-message-on-digitalisation-from-global-maritime-firm-transas/The maritime industry must make a major change in its mindset – and put more emphasis on the role of humans – if it is to succeed in its move to digitally connected operations, the head of a major marine technology firm has warned.Tue, 23 Jan 2018 15:20:35 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z2d2d4a5a-1a5e-4ab9-9945-d3fbca3f6832https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-seeks-meeting-with-new-uk-shipping-minister/A new shipping minister has been appointed as part of the cabinet reshuffle by UK prime minister Theresa May.Mon, 22 Jan 2018 17:29:13 Z2019-11-18T13:05:01Zf54147b0-ed78-447b-b239-a013840048c7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-minimum-wage-move-lacks-legal-teeth-nautilus-warns/Government moves to extend the National Minimum Wage (NMW) to all seafarers working in UK waters do not go far enough, Nautilus is warning.Fri, 19 Jan 2018 14:51:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Ze8896c4c-7f95-4577-a8d3-de1e3cb50f3dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/centres-of-excellence/Is there still a role for port seafarer centres in the 21st century? Maritime welfare experts have been considering ways in which they can continue to help crews in a rapidly changing industry.Wed, 17 Jan 2018 13:16:31 Z2021-03-15T09:37:06Z46432a11-d95e-4b05-8c8d-a243cd4e5002https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-help-sought-for-new-wellbeing-research/Members' help sought for new wellbeing researchMon, 15 Jan 2018 10:00:00 Z2019-11-18T13:03:43Z54e81248-281e-4801-a8d9-7c8b9efd9979https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-warns-scottish-transport-minister-over-orkney-ferries-dispute/Nautilus International has written to Scotland's transport minister Humza Yousaf to highlight the need to address long-standing concerns which are set to result in industrial action by officers on lifeline Orkney Ferries' services next week.Fri, 12 Jan 2018 13:13:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zbf679a4e-e214-449a-8b83-298745d3e5bdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/orkney-ferries-members-vote-for-action/Nautilus members serving with Orkney Ferries have voted by a massive majority in favour of taking industrial action in the latest stage of a long-running pay dispute with the company.Thu, 04 Jan 2018 14:13:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z239b4e9e-302a-404b-a77e-ec7b8a16e74bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/itf-seafarers-trust-support-for-mariners-park/The ITF Seafarers Trust has made a significant donation to the Nautilus Welfare Fund to support its programme to expand and improve accommodation options at the Mariners' Park Estate on the banks of the River Mersey.Wed, 03 Jan 2018 14:40:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zbd41be52-fd06-4d08-8dc1-8f7ccbdb8c45https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipping-minister-confirms-cec-review/Nautilus welcomes confirmation from shipping minister that the government has agreed to the Union's calls for a review of the UK’s system for issuing Certificates of Equivalent Competency (CECs).Wed, 03 Jan 2018 13:45:00 Z2019-11-18T13:01:16Z136b4321-c7f8-4ae0-9ff9-43aaa39098e9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/the-need-to-read/Do seafarers still want to read? Should welfare organisations still spend lots of time and money providing books and magazines? Dr Jason Zuidema, executive director of the North American Maritime Ministry Association, considers the issues.Mon, 01 Jan 2018 16:00:00 Z2020-09-15T13:35:45Zdaba8080-af63-40f2-8f14-cabe18cb46b5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/where-are-the-women/Nautilus Telegraph feature reporting on an MNTB industry seminar on why those who take up a seafaring career are still unlikely to find many female colleagues.Mon, 01 Jan 2018 13:42:00 Z2021-03-15T09:36:39Z186dd9f1-fe86-4507-84d9-84ed0d6595e5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-questions-minister-over-brexit-impact-on-uk-seafarer-certificates/Nautilus calls for top-level assurances that UK seafarers' certificates will continue to be recognised within the European Union during and after the Brexit process.Tue, 19 Dec 2017 11:03:57 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z310d666a-8cdb-46f0-ac2a-709a2e3c2465https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-urge-defence-minister-to-end-unacceptable-peg-on-rfa-pay/Nautilus has joined with other unions representing Royal Fleet Auxiliary staff and seafarers to make a top-level protest over the 'untenable' pressure on members' terms and conditions.Wed, 13 Dec 2017 14:58:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z0a79dd46-2fcd-4861-919c-fef862b20ba6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/speeches/seafarers-matter--for-a-fair-shipping-sector-in-europe/General secretary's speech to ESW2017 Seafarers Matter ETF seminar, February 28 2017.Tue, 12 Dec 2017 13:27:46 Z2021-01-19T16:52:00Z778dac22-4afd-41f1-a7da-3854c468bf9chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/concern-over-cycle-of-abuse-in-seaways-maritime-international-fleet/Nautilus/ITF inspector Tommy Molloy has raised concerns over a ‘cycle of abuse’ occurring on ships managed by Seaways Maritime International and operating under the Marshall Islands flag.Mon, 11 Dec 2017 17:20:39 Z2021-03-15T09:35:54Zd32e8a5e-0ca2-47e6-bcef-2610be25fc39https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/merry-christmas-from-nautilus/Nautilus has created a special maritime Christmas video — highlighting the vital role of seafarers in the festive season — which will be promoted on social media during the holiday period.Tue, 05 Dec 2017 10:00:00 Z2019-12-17T16:10:18Z4119de97-78df-4bb9-ab7f-e97ac56447d7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-communications-pod-initiative-launched/Nautilus deputy general secretary Marcel van den Broek attended the launch in Rotterdam of a new initiative to help seafarers stay connected to friends and family.Fri, 01 Dec 2017 14:39:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Ze627cb3d-e515-4a15-a5e8-119922158dechttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-uk-support-for-nautilus-welfare-fund-projects/Nautilus has welcomed a significant new donation from Seafarers UK that will help to sustain the vital welfare work its charitable arm does for retired or needy maritime professionals.Fri, 01 Dec 2017 14:30:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z2d05f2cf-1dcd-4e9c-9f80-949c7658384chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-welcomes-chennai-six-crew-acquittals/Nautilus International welcomed the acquittal and release of the 35 seafarers and security guards from the Seaman Guard Ohio support vessel who had been held in India for over four years on charges of possessing illegal firearms.Mon, 27 Nov 2017 11:13:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z4122b413-f4b4-4065-9b76-9adb34575065https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/budget-omission-disappointment-for-uk-seafarers/Nautilus International has warned that the UK could be left dangerously dependent on foreign shipping and workforces after the Chancellor failed to commit to further investment or incentives for seafarer training schemes.Wed, 22 Nov 2017 10:04:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zfa115b34-d8d5-4d6f-87d4-b2248698f342https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-award-for-outstanding-fleetwood-cadet/2017's Nautilus Bevis Minter Award for a cadet displaying particular determination and commitment to the training has been presented to Declan Fyans, who gained a distinction in his foundation degree in marine engineering after studying at Fleetwood Nautical Campus.Mon, 20 Nov 2017 15:30:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z4453bc98-30f4-44c3-92a4-fe729b7fdfe0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/breakthrough-in-campaign-to-review-cec-system/Nautilus hails a major victory in its Charter for Jobs campaign, after UK shipping minister calls on the head of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) to conduct a review into Certificates of Equivalent Competency (CEC).Fri, 17 Nov 2017 16:00:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z2a08e36b-e485-43d5-8764-458201093d5ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-for-budget-action-to-boost-uk-seafarer-training/Nautilus has called for Budget action to improve the UK’s Support for Maritime Training (SMarT) scheme – pointing to shipowners’ promises to boost jobs if the assistance is increased.Thu, 16 Nov 2017 16:42:00 Z2018-11-06T18:18:52Za8583765-acf6-4db2-88b3-f3c4c9113270https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-ferry-service-should-run-with-uk-seafarers-says-union/Nautilus has welcomed proposals to launch a new ferry service in the Channel Islands – but urged authorities in Jersey and Guernsey to ensure that it creates jobs and training opportunities for UK seafarers.Tue, 14 Nov 2017 16:58:00 Z2018-11-06T18:19:10Zc60699c5-ee68-4c70-ade0-43e50d3e6c8chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-represented-at-armistice-ceremonies/Nautilus International members, officials and staff paid their respects during Remembrance Day 2017 services and events in London and Wallasey.Mon, 13 Nov 2017 12:18:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z83761012-7492-41cf-a555-c16aba89c2a6https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/paradise-papers-nautilus-calls-for-halt-to-shipping-abuses/Nautilus urges the UK government to clamp down on the operation of so-called Red Ensign Group (REG) ship registries from the same locations as those described in the 'Paradise Papers' .Fri, 10 Nov 2017 12:33:00 Z2019-11-18T12:55:45Z5db611b8-6ef3-4205-8a75-4af0419048dahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-shore-leave-app-for-seafarers/Nautilus welcome for ITF Seafarers' Trust updated Shore Leave app.Mon, 06 Nov 2017 12:51:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z13a6ede0-cb64-4484-a6d0-00399812f943https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-strategic-partner-for-nautilus-in-superyacht-sector/Nautilus has again expanded its network of strategic partners in the superyacht sector – this time to include The Crew Academy, the only provider of a dedicated purser course within the industry.Mon, 30 Oct 2017 15:53:00 Z2021-11-03T11:17:53Z91ab9692-4059-4000-be96-b03f92dc4091https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/free-wellness-at-sea-training-for-elearning-site-testers/A maritime welfare charity is offering free training for seafarers who volunteer to test a pilot version of an online Wellness at Sea coaching programme.Thu, 26 Oct 2017 15:09:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z4bb8ee88-1352-4f53-8adc-81c034c329a0https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/publications/navigating-change--a-review-of-the-uk-maritime-welfare-charity-sector/Released at Supporting Seafarers Conference 2017, the report is a comprehensive review of the UK maritime welfare charity sector. Download full report below or summary findings.Thu, 26 Oct 2017 14:13:00 Z2023-11-05T10:30:00Zf5cc62df-53cc-4b9c-9797-67c593ff77b1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/first-awards-for-chartered-master-mariners/The first 10 recipients of the Chartered Master Mariner (CMMar) certificate presented with their awards at the launch event in November 2017.Thu, 26 Oct 2017 12:07:00 Z2019-11-18T12:50:06Zb30326b1-065c-469b-aebe-5186be4a2e5ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-backs-call-for-overhaul-of-seafarer-welfare-work/Nautilus backs the findings of a major new report on UK maritime welfare which recommends radical changes in the way services are organised and delivered to serving and retired seafarers and their families.Mon, 16 Oct 2017 15:19:00 Z2018-11-06T18:20:07Zadaea806-9172-4213-b5e1-0c610ecd7366https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-launches-key-shipping-facts-cards/Nautilus launches a new leaflet to explain to those outside the maritime industry why seafarers are so vital to the UK.Fri, 13 Oct 2017 15:28:00 Z2019-11-18T12:47:45Z0ef3c1bd-26fb-4204-99ae-51b4c7e471achttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-member-wins-officer-trainee-of-the-year-award/A Nautilus member serving as a third engineer with Princess Cruises was presented with the 2017 UK Officer Trainee of the Year Award.Thu, 12 Oct 2017 15:35:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zd6382b42-64e4-4502-8a6e-1fef266a38fahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarer-wellbeing-call-for-world-mental-health-day/Nautilus has marked World Mental Health Day with a call for better initiatives to improve seafarer wellbeing.Tue, 10 Oct 2017 11:31:00 Z2019-11-18T12:46:38Zbca74783-52ea-4d73-9b7e-1f7bd10944d2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-in-cross-industry-call-for-uk-aid-and-training-ship/Nautilus has joined with the RMT union and the Merchant Navy Training Board to call for the UK government to commission a civilian ship with a dual role delivering disaster relief and training merchant seafarers.Mon, 09 Oct 2017 15:45:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z9de328ec-e08e-45f2-b1dd-9e226d3c4207https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/automation-will-shake-up-seafaring-nautilus-seminar-is-told/Seafaring is set to be transformed by the rapid advances in 'smart' shipping, Nautilus International's UK branch seminar on maritime automation heard.Wed, 04 Oct 2017 12:50:00 Z2019-11-18T12:45:56Z18e20f65-2e9c-4d21-88a1-60aa1319eb07https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-plans-for-best-practice-guide-to-mentoring/Plans for a year-long research project to identify 'best practice' in seafarer mentoring were revealed to members of the Nautilus Young Maritime Professionals forum ahead of the Union's UK branch conference in Hull.Tue, 03 Oct 2017 16:11:00 Z2019-11-18T12:45:29Zcab80be8-fb55-49f6-b5fc-f3c4d0456797https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/members-urged-to-renew-pressure-on-mps-to-review-cec-system/Nautilus steps up its efforts to encourage the UK government to review the system for issuing Certificates of Equivalent Competency (CEC) to foreign nationals.Tue, 03 Oct 2017 15:55:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z5d04e41e-f5ca-4bf7-bcbc-3687a4e2a93chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/diversity-motion-backed-by-nautilus-uk-branch-conference/A motion asking the Union to investigate how it can broaden the ways all interested members can support LGBT+ members and events has been backed by the UK branch conference 2017.Tue, 03 Oct 2017 14:11:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zd2adfe72-c142-4f41-95f7-cf1734e635e4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-condemns-stena-line-threat-to-uk-jobs/Stena Line officers could be balloted for industrial action unless the company starts to engage in meaningful negotiations over a threat to UK seafarers' jobs on its North Sea services, Nautilus has warned.Tue, 03 Oct 2017 13:01:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zb64e7d67-1135-4561-9e9c-075df1af511dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-supports-bid-for-a-review-of-key-maritime-certifications-for-newly-qualified-officers/Members attending the UK branch conference voted in favour of a motion calling for Nautilus to investigate ways to support newly qualified officers who find themselves without key certification after training with 'tonnage tax companies'.Tue, 03 Oct 2017 12:39:00 Z2019-11-18T12:44:28Zd73b3c1a-9c69-48d2-9e59-4cdb9ea50e68https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/supporting-officer-trainees-is-at-heart-of-unions-uk-branch-conference-motions/Enhancing support for Merchant Navy cadets in their training and careers are key themes of motions that Nautilus members will be putting to the October 2017 UK Branch Conference.Mon, 02 Oct 2017 13:53:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zb2a7f138-45fc-4d13-aef4-73968c317435https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-the-team-oluwole-tunde-nautilus-assistant-general-secretary/A Nautilus senior management profile feature on assistant general secretary Oluwole Tunde and what he is doing to make the future brighter for members.Mon, 02 Oct 2017 12:00:00 Z2018-11-30T14:03:27Z75b029a4-cfe3-476b-a59c-d1f70eaecf9ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/connectivity-at-sea-issues-highlighted-by-union-on-world-maritime-day/Nautilus has marked World Maritime Day by renewing calls for the shipping industry to act on its crew connectivity report.Thu, 28 Sep 2017 11:59:00 Z2019-11-18T12:43:47Zb286d4cb-f9fe-41ae-b566-644794931e54https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-officials-presented-with-merchant-navy-medals/Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson, senior national secretary Allan Graveson and RMT national secretary Steve Todd received the Merchant Navy Medal for meritorious service during a ceremony at Trinity House in London.Wed, 27 Sep 2017 14:17:00 Z2019-11-18T12:43:20Zc71cd961-563d-4945-bb29-19feb3a06e58https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-resources-on-workplace-harassment-highlighted-at-monaco-yacht-show/Nautilus will be discussing how to deal with bullying and harassment issues that may surface onboard superyachts at a special surgery being held for crew members during the Monaco Yacht Show.Mon, 25 Sep 2017 12:18:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z5eb70cc3-daac-4ef6-9b60-024025732ba9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-paying-the-price-for-industry-cost-cutting/Seafarers are continuing to pay a high price for the economic problems facing the global shipping industry, according to a new report from the International Seafarers' Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN).Thu, 21 Sep 2017 11:50:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z0f0dfdc8-70fc-4a0a-a964-944a2bef9809https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/to-sea-or-not-to-sea-new-film-promotes-maritime-careers-to-young-people/Nautilus has welcomed the launch of a new film that aims to encourage more young people to train as seafarers.Thu, 14 Sep 2017 16:02:00 Z2019-11-18T12:41:55Zb67d7c8e-b232-4292-9b16-884aaf965de7https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-champions-seafarers-rights-in-face-of-industry-automation/With Rolls Royce and Svitzer having recently staged a 'historic' first successful demonstration of a remotely operated commercial vessel, Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson championed maritime professionals in a forum of industry leaders.Thu, 14 Sep 2017 13:23:00 Z2019-11-18T12:39:51Zb48e4b58-0d23-48e6-b8b2-d685309d170fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-official-awarded-merchant-navy-medal/Nautilus International senior national secretary Allan Graveson is one of this year’s recipients of the prestigious Merchant Navy Medal, the government has announced.Thu, 14 Sep 2017 12:55:00 Z2019-11-18T12:39:18Z0138905e-9e84-4a97-b1d2-935bf86527f4https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-general-secretary-voted-back-to-trades-union-congress-ruling-body/Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson has been re-elected to the ruling body of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), the general council (GC), for the ninth year in a row. The GC also approved his surprise appointment to the TUC executive committee, where he joins colleagues Ged Nichols (Accord) and Simon Weller (Aslef) from the smaller specialist unions.Wed, 13 Sep 2017 19:15:00 Z2019-11-18T12:38:32Z8f12b34a-bdad-4887-ac5f-1d4656c433e3https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-calls-on-government-to-address-the-crisis-in-the-british-shipping-industry/Nautilus has called on the government to address the decline of the British shipping industry and the conditions of 'modern-day slavery' that exist on some vessels operating around the country's coast.Wed, 13 Sep 2017 17:40:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z633ba102-b909-4f4a-ae18-69efd4964d6ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/tuc-hears-call-for-proper-regulation-of-superyacht-sector/Nautilus has called for active enforcement of international maritime regulations in the expanding superyacht industry.Wed, 13 Sep 2017 17:29:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zec8b9981-c46e-46db-bae5-ec9b911f6772https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dont-exclude-seafarers-from-pay-cap-lifting-says-nautilus/British seafarers delivering vital aid to hurricane-stricken islands in the Caribbean should not continue to be subjected to the government's hardline pay policy, Nautilus says.Wed, 13 Sep 2017 16:18:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z775d4fd3-943a-4032-b9af-64e632c7f964https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-supports-campaign-to-free-chennai-six-crew-as-new-film-is-released/A new film was released as part of a campaign to secure the release of the crew of a counter-piracy vessel imprisoned in India for almost four years.Wed, 13 Sep 2017 10:27:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z85762ec7-a843-4c86-9fd9-9f527861ed79https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/cautious-welcome-to-commitment-on-uk-shipping-register-targets/Nautilus International has given a cautious welcome to a commitment from UK shipping minister John Hayes to double the number of vessels registered to the UK flag and has called on him to ensure that this translates into more jobs for UK seafarers.Mon, 11 Sep 2017 19:35:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z02a74102-8d67-4c23-9f03-0be4f5a02b59https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/companies-urged-to-act-on-nautilus-crew-comms-report/Ship owners and managers have been urged by the head of a major maritime communications company to act on the findings of Nautilus International's crew connectivity survey.Mon, 11 Sep 2017 12:30:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z2b6707f0-6c8d-4488-8a07-a92f1555975dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipping-minister-challenges-maritime-industry-to-do-more-to-attract-women-to-sector/Shipping minister John Hayes gave a keynote address to a conference held by Women in Shipping and Trading as part of London International Shipping Week.Mon, 11 Sep 2017 11:50:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z151c73ca-6a65-434d-859e-0be8f6344a17https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-spotlight-on-maritime-skills-and-careers-during-shipping-week/Nautilus shone a spotlight on skills and career opportunities in the maritime industry alongside the UK Chamber of Shipping and the Merchant Navy Training Board during London International Shipping Week.Mon, 11 Sep 2017 11:34:00 Z2019-11-18T12:35:35Z107a21d6-08a0-40a4-9687-8d04bdaf549fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-attends-stock-exchange-launch-of-london-international-shipping-week-2017/Nautilus International helped to open trading at the London Stock Exchange at an event which marked the start of the third London International Shipping Week – a week of events celebrating London and the UK as a global maritime centre.Mon, 11 Sep 2017 11:14:00 Z2019-11-18T12:34:57Z95855362-d62f-4a26-8f8c-dd31be4fe33ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-support-for-sister-union-balpa-action/Nautilus International has expressed support to the members of the pilots' union BALPA who are on strike for the first time since 1974.Sun, 10 Sep 2017 12:42:00 Z2019-11-18T12:34:25Z5411fe87-62ee-4265-b49b-04c0dd7df0d8https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/shipping-minister-hears-nautilus-concerns-ahead-of-london-international-shipping-week/Nautilus has held 'positive' talks with shipping minister John Hayes on a series of policy issues affecting the employment and training of UK seafarers.Thu, 07 Sep 2017 13:33:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z19afa8cc-9a19-4272-803d-9c961ae65ef5https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/port-welfare-programme-is-going-global/A programme that aims to improve seafarers' access to shore-based welfare services and to develop maritime welfare boards around the world is set to be launched during London's International Shipping Week.Wed, 06 Sep 2017 13:01:00 Z2019-11-18T12:33:40Z3c1e8e71-c271-4562-9433-e085c042e857https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/ultimate-seaview-wins-maritime-charity-prize/Winners in a UK-wide photography competition organised by the Shipwrecked Mariners' Society and supported by Nautilus have been announced after a 'challenging' process to judge a record number of more than 1,300 entries.Tue, 05 Sep 2017 15:35:00 Z2019-11-18T12:33:02Z0de4081a-d533-4121-adcb-2e6b7904e71dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-need-improved-pension-rules-nautilus-tells-government/The UK government needs to introduce new regulations to ensure that British seafarers and offshore workers get decent pension arrangements for their retirement years, Nautilus has told the Department for Work & Pensions.Tue, 05 Sep 2017 13:47:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Z89004ed6-78a4-49d7-8612-fade76357f2ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-members-home-insurance-service-reflects-mariners-working-schedules/Nautilus Plus, the Union's portfolio of member deals and discounts, has launched a special home cover arrangement that reflects the unique demands of seafaring life.Fri, 01 Sep 2017 16:06:00 Z2020-08-19T08:33:27Zf41ca521-c3ad-4387-9df7-538f983da4cchttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-flags-its-support-for-merchant-navy-day/Nautilus raised the Red Ensign at its UK offices and took part in services for Merchant Navy Day on Sunday 3 September – the annual event to highlight the nation's dependence on seafarers.Fri, 01 Sep 2017 15:55:00 Z2018-09-10T13:45:34Zaea00139-6059-417f-83fa-38004bc9035fhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/seafarers-get-mixed-messages-on-their-roles-onboard-smart-ships/Seafarers heard mixed messages on how they might be employed on the smart ships of the future, at a conference on automated ships attended by Nautilus.Fri, 25 Aug 2017 08:00:00 Z2018-11-19T17:34:15Zf753ae2f-513b-47ec-b052-bfc3622f36e1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/uk-shipping-minister-signals-support-for-an-increase-in-merchant-navy-officers/Shipping minister John Hayes said that the UK must increase the number of qualified officers joining the industry by at least 1,500 each year and that he wants to 'double' the UK's gross tonnage.Wed, 23 Aug 2017 08:10:00 Z2018-11-19T17:33:15Z6b16c074-d8df-4488-b338-a6bdb9ccdfb2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/pi-club-advice-on-visa-restrictions-for-crew-entering-the-philippines/P&I Club has issued a warning to ship owners that their vessels may be refused entry to Philippine ports if they don't take heed of the country's latest martial law-imposed visa restrictions on crew from certain countries.Thu, 17 Aug 2017 08:00:00 Z2018-11-19T17:29:17Zaa6a31e6-de77-4a0a-885c-371b1157e5fdhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/wartime-sacrifices-remembered-by-retired-seafarers-at-mariners-park/Merchant Navy veterans and their families at Nautilus Mariners' Park attended commemorations marking the 72nd anniversary of VJ Day.Thu, 10 Aug 2017 09:00:00 Z2018-12-31T09:36:49Zcfa59a3b-63cd-40bd-a1df-707bf86d8cd0https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/supreme-court-ruling-on-unlawful-employment-tribunal-fees-welcomed/Members seeking justice at work will benefit after a landmark UK court ruling against employment tribunal fees, Nautilus says.Thu, 03 Aug 2017 11:00:00 Z2018-12-31T09:34:16Z0c52f83d-236c-4ae2-900b-ce1c47a4b9dbhttps://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/publications/review-of-merchant-seafarers-welfare/The focus of this research is on working-age seafarers with a Merchant Navy background, while recognizing a broader literature that exists on the welfare of Royal Marines, Royal Fleet Auxiliary, ex-Royal Navy personnel, fishermen and former seafarers.Tue, 01 Aug 2017 14:06:00 Z2023-11-05T10:30:00Ze919429b-834d-4204-a1d6-193c03697a65https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-takes-part-in-seafarer-pensions-consultation/Nautilus is making a submission to a UK government consultation of pension arrangements for seafarers and offshore workers.Wed, 26 Jul 2017 23:00:00 Z2018-12-31T09:31:39Zae93800b-ce9b-4970-b504-2886a1cde1e1https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/more-modern-day-slavery-conditions-uncovered-onboard-foc-ship-by-nautilus-itf-inspections/Marshall Islands registered bulk carrier Toba departs Liverpool after being detained by the UK MCA with numerous MLC deficiencies.Thu, 20 Jul 2017 08:00:00 Z2018-11-21T12:29:20Z80c90390-7ca9-406b-a7bd-5dd9aea5575chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-warns-yacht-crew-over-french-criminalisation/Nautilus International issued an urgent warning to members serving on superyachts in the south of France following 'an alarming increase' in criminalisation of crew members.Tue, 18 Jul 2017 06:00:00 Z2021-11-03T11:39:18Zbbc4ab3f-7519-45b1-ac20-27a9749e5051https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/publications/the-needs-and-aspirations-of-the-dependants-and-families-of-seafarers-under-retirement-age/Following an earlier study in 2006 into the needs and aspirations of dependants of seafarers and their families, and a recent demographic analysis of current and future numbers, the Maritime Charities Group (MCG) wishes to gain an up-to-date understanding of current needs and aspirations.Mon, 17 Jul 2017 14:09:00 Z2023-11-05T10:30:00Zbd65140d-85d5-41ab-8e5b-9992416466aahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-welcomes-call-for-training-support-boost/Nautilus welcomed a major new report which warns the UK government that seafarer numbers will continue to decline without increased levels of support.Mon, 17 Jul 2017 13:00:00 Z2018-12-31T09:27:16Ze35bc823-537f-4777-bf18-af66817a7779https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/government-has-no-plans-to-help-seafarers-phone-home/Nautilus comments on UK parliamentary questions about seafarer access to telecommunications.Mon, 17 Jul 2017 11:00:00 Z2018-12-31T09:25:33Z0d3f2f87-2920-452f-8493-adbd267b7e3bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/unions-and-owners-welcome-european-plans-for-mlc/European shipowners and seafaring unions have warmly welcomed plans to incorporate the latest provisions of the Maritime Labour Convention into EU law.Fri, 14 Jul 2017 14:00:00 Z2018-12-31T09:24:05Z27a1df57-6bad-4e3a-a03b-38b6aea17265https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/a-slater-fund-scholars-voyage-from-ab-to-master/Mersey pilot Captain Kevin Walsh has encouraged ratings to achieve similar levels of success to him by 'grabbing the opportunities' provided by the Nautilus Slater Fund scheme.Fri, 07 Jul 2017 11:00:00 Z2019-12-05T16:31:20Z564627d8-a746-4f53-9486-3280d14f78d2https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/marine-accounts-joins-nautilus-strategic-yacht-partner-network/Nautilus International has further enhanced its services for seafarers in the large yacht sector by welcoming a new tax and mortgage strategic partner into its network – Marine Accounts.Fri, 07 Jul 2017 09:00:00 Z2021-11-01T12:30:35Z22767b42-92f7-43e8-b0a2-612e6772327ehttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/protests-over-slavery-conditions-onboard-flag-of-convenience-ship/Seafarers onboard a flag of convenience ship detained in the UK port of Runcorn were on wages as low as 85 US cents an hour – and were found to be owed almost US$43,000 in back pay.Thu, 06 Jul 2017 09:00:00 Z2018-12-31T09:18:40Z39588b05-364b-409c-aaef-2080fa76e324https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-remains-hopeful-of-progress-in-global-pay-talks/The Union’s general secretary Mark Dickinson is optimistic despite disappointment at the failure to secure a new framework agreement to govern the pay and conditions of thousands of seafarers serving on flag of convenience ships.Wed, 05 Jul 2017 10:00:00 Z2018-12-27T17:04:59Z2fee17b4-8990-4b68-a924-bb310a93d483https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/positive-developments-for-detained-ships-crew/The Panama-registered vessel Seccadi remains detained by UK Maritime & Coastguard Agency at a lay-by berth at Manisty, Ellesmere Port, where it was moved to from Runcorn by Peel Ports.Wed, 05 Jul 2017 09:40:00 Z2018-12-27T17:00:39Zdd9e6ac9-59b5-4bce-be7e-0d64607cd32dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/employment-appeal-tribunal-gives-crucial-ruling-on-seafarers-rights/Nautilus has welcomed a milestone judgement in its long-running battle to ensure that seafarers do not get 'second class' employment rights.Mon, 03 Jul 2017 08:00:00 Z2020-07-02T08:17:07Z449e6eb1-1917-4c02-a20a-c3ddd03dd63bhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/finding-the-silver-lining-for-seafarer-health/Finding the silver lining for seafarer healthSat, 01 Jul 2017 14:00:00 Z2021-03-15T09:34:48Z6a236e08-eae1-45da-afa5-793e8cc6bbcahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-and-sovren-crew-relaunch-partnership-for-large-yacht-members/Yacht members in Spain have continued access to crew recruitment and training resources under a relaunched Memorandum of Understanding.Mon, 26 Jun 2017 13:00:00 Z2021-11-01T14:10:09Z800ea19d-2c42-4230-a71a-7391122dfb6ahttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/internet-access-should-be-a-basic-right-for-seafarers-says-nautilus/The Union has launched a whitepaper supporting a campaign for internet access for seafarers as a 'basic right not a privilege'.Fri, 23 Jun 2017 14:00:00 Z2018-12-27T13:50:04Zd5863b64-426e-450f-9ecd-685989612617https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-congratulations-for-mntb-directors-obe/Merchant Navy Training Board director Glenys Jackson was awarded an OBE in the 2017 Queen's Birthday Honours.Mon, 19 Jun 2017 11:51:00 Z2019-02-04T10:32:27Z1c7fd4fe-152b-4389-b485-5f7cc0551a15https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/charity-highlights-maritime-sector-as-brexit-talks-begin/As discussions get under way, Brexit negotiators have been reminded of the importance of the country's maritime sector and the need to provide enhanced seafarer employment and training.Mon, 19 Jun 2017 11:34:00 Z2019-02-04T10:32:05Z735db793-ed5e-433f-8d18-6420d016a0a9https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/new-retirement-wing-at-nautilus-mariners-park-gets-royal-seal-of-approval/The £2.7m Seafarers UK Centenary Wing was formally opened by HRH The Earl of Wessex, who is also the President of Seafarers UK.Mon, 19 Jun 2017 10:58:00 Z2019-11-18T12:19:15Z038122f7-98fa-4903-8a37-c24b90fefd24https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-in-talks-to-secure-fairer-trade-and-seafarer-living-and-working-conditions/The Union's work to promote an accreditation system to improve seafarers' living and working conditions got a further green light at ITF meetings in South Africa.Thu, 25 May 2017 13:56:00 Z2019-02-04T10:32:46Z640d3d01-f6a5-4631-b62d-ebd2b1ab785dhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/union-urges-pm-to-end-ordeal-of-jailed-piracy-guards/Nautilus International has appealed to UK prime minister Theresa May to intervene to end the ordeal being suffered by the crew of a counter-piracy ship imprisoned in India.Fri, 19 May 2017 14:14:00 Z2019-02-04T10:33:05Z4f4620d8-7d0d-4918-b0e0-28164d08af00https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/nautilus-launches-new-animation-highlighting-the-importance-of-seafarers/Union releases the second in a series of animations, highlighting the importance of the British shipping industry and seafarers.Tue, 16 May 2017 14:34:00 Z2019-11-18T12:16:22Zf39b3464-c1b8-47b3-969d-dcd7b49904ffhttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/rise-of-european-rivercruise-accidents-highlighted-by-nautilus-in-tv-documentary/A Nautilus International official and a rivercruise vessel master member are featured in a Dutch television documentary highlighting safety concerns in the sector.Fri, 12 May 2017 15:11:00 Z2019-02-04T10:33:46Z81c033b9-6e33-4a85-a145-0892c44ea93chttps://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/news/dementia-awareness-promoted-by-nautilus-seafarer-welfare-charity2/A specialist dementia nursing post for retired seafarers and their dependants has been set up by the Nautilus Welfare Fund as part of a pilot project to support its existing dementia services.Thu, 11 May 2017 15:37:00 Z2019-02-04T10:35:20Z69343388-8106-4f9d-a565-b278f7ce0988https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-insight/telegraph/meet-the-team-mark-dickinson-nautilus-general-secretary/A Nautilus senior management profile feature on general secretary Mark Dickinson, who talks about the challenges facing the union.Mon, 01 May 2017 15:00:00 Z2018-11-30T14:02:51Z66b05d81-1381-4f13-9e0b-dcae3f97960bhttps://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/publications/older-seafarers-needs-report/Opinion Research Services (ORS) was commissioned by the Maritime Charities Group (MCG) to undertake a survey of older seafarers, their dependants and carers in order to explore experiences of retirement (or semi-retirement) as well as care and support needs.Tue, 05 Jul 2016 14:07:00 Z2023-11-05T10:30:00Zb46d8b20-bdda-4a16-82e2-c0fd44727a07https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/publications/mcg-research-on-the-uk-seafarers-demographic-profile/The Maritime Charities Funding Group (MCFG) commissioned the Institute of Public Care (IPC) at Oxford Brookes University to undertake a project to provide the MCFG with a UK demographic profile of the naval service, merchant navy and fishing fleet personnel and their dependants from 1945 to 2050.Wed, 11 Feb 2015 15:10:00 Z2025-02-17T12:04:53Z1791fa0c-7e98-4835-b481-edb3e76f9ff5https://www.maritimecharitiesgroup.org/en/news/publications/maritime-charities-report-2007/Download the Maritime Charities Report 2007Tue, 06 Nov 2007 10:16:00 Z2023-11-06T09:48:57Z