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Maritime and Inland Waterway Transport
Maritime and Inland Waterway Transport
Maritime and Inland Waterway Transport
Maritime and Inland Waterway Transport
Maritime and Inland Waterway Transport
We support the dockers, crane operators, loaders, and all port workers who are the indispensable link between the sea and the land. Millions of tons of cargo are handled at ports annually—from containers with consumer goods to bulk raw materials, energy resources, and food products that sustain economies and supply communities around the world.
Despite their key role, many of these workers face uncertain conditions, low pay, and lack of protection. FTTU works to ensure a safe working environment, fair treatment, and the implementation of international standards. We are ready to uphold the rights of every port worker and hold employers and institutions accountable when they are violated.
We support the dockers, crane operators, loaders, and all port workers who are the indispensable link between the sea and the land. Millions of tons of cargo are handled at ports annually—from containers with consumer goods to bulk raw materials, energy resources, and food products that sustain economies and supply communities around the world.
Despite their key role, many of these workers face uncertain conditions, low pay, and lack of protection. FTTU works to ensure a safe working environment, fair treatment, and the implementation of international standards. We are ready to uphold the rights of every port worker and hold employers and institutions accountable when they are violated.
We support the dockers, crane operators, loaders, and all port workers who are the indispensable link between the sea and the land. Millions of tons of cargo are handled at ports annually—from containers with consumer goods to bulk raw materials, energy resources, and food products that sustain economies and supply communities around the world.
Despite their key role, many of these workers face uncertain conditions, low pay, and lack of protection. FTTU works to ensure a safe working environment, fair treatment, and the implementation of international standards. We are ready to uphold the rights of every port worker and hold employers and institutions accountable when they are violated.
We support the dockers, crane operators, loaders, and all port workers who are the indispensable link between the sea and the land. Millions of tons of cargo are handled at ports annually—from containers with consumer goods to bulk raw materials, energy resources, and food products that sustain economies and supply communities around the world.
Despite their key role, many of these workers face uncertain conditions, low pay, and lack of protection. FTTU works to ensure a safe working environment, fair treatment, and the implementation of international standards. We are ready to uphold the rights of every port worker and hold employers and institutions accountable when they are violated.
We support the dockers, crane operators, loaders, and all port workers who are the indispensable link between the sea and the land. Millions of tons of cargo are handled at ports annually—from containers with consumer goods to bulk raw materials, energy resources, and food products that sustain economies and supply communities around the world.
Despite their key role, many of these workers face uncertain conditions, low pay, and lack of protection. FTTU works to ensure a safe working environment, fair treatment, and the implementation of international standards. We are ready to uphold the rights of every port worker and hold employers and institutions accountable when they are violated.
Problems in the Maritime and Inland Waterway Transport sector
Problems in the Maritime and Inland Waterway Transport sector
Problems in the Maritime and Inland Waterway Transport sector
Problems in the Maritime and Inland Waterway Transport sector
Problems in the Maritime and Inland Waterway Transport sector
The work in maritime transport is filled with challenges. Here are some of the most common issues faced by seafarers and port workers:
❌ Long periods at sea – isolation from family and friends.
❌ Difficult working conditions – long shifts and physical strain - working in harsh weather conditions, noise, dust, etc.
❌ Safety risks – dangerous situations on the ship or in the ports - risk of incidents with heavy machinery or cargo.
❌ Low pay – labor is often inadequately compensated, especially with short-term contracts or through subcontractors, leaving workers without stable income.
❌ Lack of effective social protection – limited rights and opportunities for development, poor enforcement of labor legislation and international standards, especially in concessioned ports.
❌ Outdated infrastructure and equipment – insufficient automation and poorly maintained facilities that delay cargo handling and increase the risk of accidents.
❌ Environmental challenges – the need to comply with strict environmental standards.
These problems affect not only the workers but also the efficiency of the entire sector.
The work in maritime transport is filled with challenges. Here are some of the most common issues faced by seafarers and port workers:
❌ Long periods at sea – isolation from family and friends.
❌ Difficult working conditions – long shifts and physical strain - working in harsh weather conditions, noise, dust, etc.
❌ Safety risks – dangerous situations on the ship or in the ports - risk of incidents with heavy machinery or cargo.
❌ Low pay – labor is often inadequately compensated, especially with short-term contracts or through subcontractors, leaving workers without stable income.
❌ Lack of effective social protection – limited rights and opportunities for development, poor enforcement of labor legislation and international standards, especially in concessioned ports.
❌ Outdated infrastructure and equipment – insufficient automation and poorly maintained facilities that delay cargo handling and increase the risk of accidents.
❌ Environmental challenges – the need to comply with strict environmental standards.
These problems affect not only the workers but also the efficiency of the entire sector.
The work in maritime transport is filled with challenges. Here are some of the most common issues faced by seafarers and port workers:
❌ Long periods at sea – isolation from family and friends.
❌ Difficult working conditions – long shifts and physical strain - working in harsh weather conditions, noise, dust, etc.
❌ Safety risks – dangerous situations on the ship or in the ports - risk of incidents with heavy machinery or cargo.
❌ Low pay – labor is often inadequately compensated, especially with short-term contracts or through subcontractors, leaving workers without stable income.
❌ Lack of effective social protection – limited rights and opportunities for development, poor enforcement of labor legislation and international standards, especially in concessioned ports.
❌ Outdated infrastructure and equipment – insufficient automation and poorly maintained facilities that delay cargo handling and increase the risk of accidents.
❌ Environmental challenges – the need to comply with strict environmental standards.
These problems affect not only the workers but also the efficiency of the entire sector.
The work in maritime transport is filled with challenges. Here are some of the most common issues faced by seafarers and port workers:
❌ Long periods at sea – isolation from family and friends.
❌ Difficult working conditions – long shifts and physical strain - working in harsh weather conditions, noise, dust, etc.
❌ Safety risks – dangerous situations on the ship or in the ports - risk of incidents with heavy machinery or cargo.
❌ Low pay – labor is often inadequately compensated, especially with short-term contracts or through subcontractors, leaving workers without stable income.
❌ Lack of effective social protection – limited rights and opportunities for development, poor enforcement of labor legislation and international standards, especially in concessioned ports.
❌ Outdated infrastructure and equipment – insufficient automation and poorly maintained facilities that delay cargo handling and increase the risk of accidents.
❌ Environmental challenges – the need to comply with strict environmental standards.
These problems affect not only the workers but also the efficiency of the entire sector.
How the Federation protects workers' rights
How the Federation protects workers' rights
How the Federation protects workers' rights
How the Federation protects workers' rights
How the Federation protects workers' rights
FTTU stands for the right to decent working conditions and equality for all working in maritime transport. Here is how we support seafarers and personnel in the maritime industry:
✅ Protection of labor rights – we provide legal support, drafting and concluding collective labor agreements, negotiate and conduct social dialogue with employers and institutions.
✅ Improving working conditions – through collective bargaining, we negotiate better working conditions on board and at ports, monitor compliance with labor legislation, participate in working groups and advisory councils, and alert institutions of violations or risks to health and safety at ports and ships.
✅ Financial support – we provide assistance in emergencies, accidents, and serious illnesses. We offer access to mutual aid funds – VSK and NVSK.
✅ Informing and consulting – we provide up-to-date and reliable information regarding legislative changes, rights, and obligations of those working in maritime transport, as well as opportunities for professional development and training.
✅ Collective representation – your voice in negotiations with employers, port authorities, and state institutions.
FTTU stands for the right to decent working conditions and equality for all working in maritime transport. Here is how we support seafarers and personnel in the maritime industry:
✅ Protection of labor rights – we provide legal support, drafting and concluding collective labor agreements, negotiate and conduct social dialogue with employers and institutions.
✅ Improving working conditions – through collective bargaining, we negotiate better working conditions on board and at ports, monitor compliance with labor legislation, participate in working groups and advisory councils, and alert institutions of violations or risks to health and safety at ports and ships.
✅ Financial support – we provide assistance in emergencies, accidents, and serious illnesses. We offer access to mutual aid funds – VSK and NVSK.
✅ Informing and consulting – we provide up-to-date and reliable information regarding legislative changes, rights, and obligations of those working in maritime transport, as well as opportunities for professional development and training.
✅ Collective representation – your voice in negotiations with employers, port authorities, and state institutions.
FTTU stands for the right to decent working conditions and equality for all working in maritime transport. Here is how we support seafarers and personnel in the maritime industry:
✅ Protection of labor rights – we provide legal support, drafting and concluding collective labor agreements, negotiate and conduct social dialogue with employers and institutions.
✅ Improving working conditions – through collective bargaining, we negotiate better working conditions on board and at ports, monitor compliance with labor legislation, participate in working groups and advisory councils, and alert institutions of violations or risks to health and safety at ports and ships.
✅ Financial support – we provide assistance in emergencies, accidents, and serious illnesses. We offer access to mutual aid funds – VSK and NVSK.
✅ Informing and consulting – we provide up-to-date and reliable information regarding legislative changes, rights, and obligations of those working in maritime transport, as well as opportunities for professional development and training.
✅ Collective representation – your voice in negotiations with employers, port authorities, and state institutions.
FTTU stands for the right to decent working conditions and equality for all working in maritime transport. Here is how we support seafarers and personnel in the maritime industry:
✅ Protection of labor rights – we provide legal support, drafting and concluding collective labor agreements, negotiate and conduct social dialogue with employers and institutions.
✅ Improving working conditions – through collective bargaining, we negotiate better working conditions on board and at ports, monitor compliance with labor legislation, participate in working groups and advisory councils, and alert institutions of violations or risks to health and safety at ports and ships.
✅ Financial support – we provide assistance in emergencies, accidents, and serious illnesses. We offer access to mutual aid funds – VSK and NVSK.
✅ Informing and consulting – we provide up-to-date and reliable information regarding legislative changes, rights, and obligations of those working in maritime transport, as well as opportunities for professional development and training.
✅ Collective representation – your voice in negotiations with employers, port authorities, and state institutions.
Join us today! Together we can improve conditions in the transportation sector.
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Join us today! Together we can improve conditions in the transportation sector.
Become a union member
Join us today! Together we can improve conditions in the transportation sector.
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