Thailand Enhances Seafarer Protections with Maritime Labour Act Amendments

On May 28, 2025, Thailand’s cabinet approved amendments to the Maritime Labour Act, enhancing seafarer protections to meet international standards. The revisions include employment contracts under the Social Security Act, prohibiting underage employment, and granting the Marine Department authority over training certifications, significantly improving labor conditions for seafarers.

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Nigeria Endorses MLC Amendments to Enhance Seafarer Welfare

Nigeria has officially endorsed amendments to eight codes of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006, enhancing protections for seafarers. These changes recognize seafarers as essential workers and improve their working conditions. This endorsement, discussed at the ILO Special Tripartite Committee Meeting in Geneva, reflects Nigeria’s commitment to international maritime standards.

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ILO Recognizes Seafarers as Essential Workers with New MLC Amendments

The International Labor Organization has amended the Maritime Labor Convention, recognizing sailors as essential workers. Effective December 2027, the changes improve seafarers’ rights, ensuring access to medical care, vacation time, and safe repatriation. While seen as transformative, challenges in enforcement remain, necessitating further action to uphold these standards globally.

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New MLC Amendments Enter into Force to Improve Seafarer Welfare and Safety Standards

On 23 Dec. 2024, the maritime industry saw new amendments to the MLC, 2006 come into effect, aiming to improve seafarers’ working and living conditions in light of COVID-19 challenges. These changes focus on safety, medical care, repatriation, and mental health support, emphasizing the industry’s commitment to seafarers’ well-being and rights.

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