MLC Project Updates
SRI invites debate on the Maritime Labour Convention
SRI continued its work on the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) with a a unique and thought-provoking conference held at the International Maritime Organization during London International Shipping Week 2021. ‘Future-proofing the Maritime Labour Convention’ attracted over 120 participants including representatives from over 30 States attended in person to hear addresses from Ministers, shipowners, seafarers, port state control, training colleges and cadets, each providing their unique[Read More…]
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New SRI research project: Is MLC still fit for purpose?
SRI is currently engaged in a major project evaluating the effectiveness of the MLC. The results will be delivered later this year. Further updates will be available shortly.
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Fourth Meeting of the Special Tripartite Committee of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006)
Following a decision adopted by the ILO Governing Body at its 340th Session (October-November 2020), the fourth meeting of the Special Tripartite Committee will take place in two parts. Part I will be held in a virtual format from Monday, 19 to Friday, 23 April 2021. Part II is expected to take place from Monday, 27 to Wednesday, 29 September 2021 at the ILO headquarters,[Read More…]
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Introduction to the Maritime Labour Convention
The Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC) was adopted on 23 February 2006 at the 10th maritime session and 94th session of the International Labour Conference (ILC) of the International Labour Organization (ILO). More than 100 pages long, the MLC 2006 sets minimum requirements for nearly every aspect of working and living conditions for seafarers including recruitment and placement practices, conditions of employment, hours of work and[Read More…]
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