Tag: MLC Convention

UK MCA shared guidance on the arrangements in place for inspection for compliance with the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (“MLC”). Inspection for MLC compliance is not required for vessels operating exclusively on domestic voyages and within 60 miles of a UK safe haven. 

Norwegian Maritime Authority published a Marine Notice, to inform shipowners and operators that once the DMLC Part I is issued, companies shall complete the Declaration of Maritime Labour Compliance Part II (DMLC-Part II).

Following the announcement that New Zealand will allow a funding to boost seafarers’ welfare services, as part of its commitment to allow more support to seafarers visiting the country, it was confirmed that this law will become effective from July 1st.

The ILO urged ratifying states which have not yet done so, to adopt all necessary measures without delay to restore the protection of seafarers’ rights and comply to the fullest extent with their obligations under the MLC, 2006.

The ILO issued second revision of its guidelines for port State control officers carrying out inspections under the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 as amended (MLC, 2006), providing practical advice to PSC officers verifying compliance of foreign ships with the requirements of the MLC, 2006. 

The ILO has issued a second revised edition of Guidelines for flag State inspections under MLC, 2006, as amended. The guidelines are intended to assist flag State administrations to effectively implement their responsibilities with respect to the ship inspection and certification duties under the MLC.

Members of the core drafting team of the Geneva Declaration on Human Rights at Sea, virtually convened to review the drafting of the Operational Annex of the final version of the Geneva Declaration on Human Rights at Sea.

Liberia Maritime Authority published a marine notice, explaining the terms and conditions for employment of seafarers under the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), 2006.

A total of four seafarers remain abandoned for one year without pay onboard the Togo-flagged MV Onda, in the port of Douala, Cameroon, according to information by ITF. Union representatives boarded the vessel and confirmed breaches of the MLC.

During the second wave of COVID-19 pandemic, Nautilus updated its FAQs, shedding light on the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC) and Seafarers' Employment Agreement (SEA) amid the oubreak.