Marine Labour Organisation

The Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), also known as the "seafarers' bill of rights," was established by the International Labour Organization (ILO) in 2006 and came into force in 2013. It sets comprehensive rights and protection at work for seafarers worldwide. The MLC consolidates and updates more than 65 international labor standards related to the maritime sector adopted over the last 80 years. It aims to ensure fair wages, safe and secure workplace conditions, medical care, and social security for seafarers, while also seeking to improve the economic interests and sustainability of the maritime industry. The convention covers various aspects such as minimum working and living conditions, employment terms, health protection, medical care, welfare, and social security protection for seafarers.

International Labour Organization

The International Labour Organization (ILO) is a United Nations agency...

International Labour Conference

The International Labour Conference (ILC) is the ILO's decision-making body...

International Labour Office

The International Labour Office is the permanent secretariat of the ILO...

Member State

Member States are countries that are members of the ILO...

Competent Authority

The Competent Authority is the governmental body responsible for...

Recognized Organization

Recognized Organizations are entities delegated by the Competent Authority...

Ship Owner/Operator

Ship Owners/Operators are individuals or companies that own or operate ships...

Ship Master

The Ship Master is the person in command of a ship...

Flag State Inspectors

Flag State Inspectors are officials who inspect ships to ensure they comply...

Port State Control Officers

Port State Control Officers are officials who inspect foreign ships in national ports...

Ship flying own flag

A ship flying its own flag is a vessel that operates under the laws of the country...

Ship flying foreign flag

A ship flying a foreign flag operates under the laws of a country other than its own...