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Creating a better future for seafarers today.
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Factsheet
Wages
Your wage rates will depend on whether you are serving on a national flag vessel or a ship covered by an ITF agreement.
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How to be an ally
A sense of allyship is essential for all seafarers; however, one group for whom allyship can be particularly valuable is women seafarers who, especially on merchant vessels, regularly experience be
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ITF Warlike and High Risk Areas
ITF List of designated risk areas, with applicable benefits
Updated 8 October 2026
Factsheet
Prostate cancer
With early diagnosis and a range of effective treatment options, most cases can be successfully treated.
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Marrakech Policy
The ‘Marrakech Policy’, adopted at the International Transport Workers’ Federation’s (ITF) 46th Congress in Marrakech, Morocco, in October 2024, now forms the governing framework for the glob
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A chance to explore the world
P&O cruise ship housekeeper Shafaque, discusses her experience at sea.
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Challenges of security at sea
Sweta, a security guard for Tui Cruises discusses the challenges presented by her job.
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Dealing with problems
P&O cruise ship hotel assistant Prajakta discusses how she handles problems onboard.
