Revision of the Wages, Hours of Work and Manning (Sea) Convention (revised), 1958 (No. 109), and Recommendation, 1958 (No. 109) PDF Download

Author: International Labour Office
Publisher: International Labour Organization
ISBN: 9221098583
Category : Hours of labor
Languages : en
Pages : 84

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Author: International Labour Organisation. Joint Maritime Commission
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Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 32

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This report describes the methodology of updating of the ILO's recommended minimum basic wage for an able seaman of US$ 435 as agreed by the JMC in 1996. It provides calculations based on sets of assumptions: updated list of countries and areas; changes in consumer prices; changes in exchange rates; purchasing power of the US dollar in January 2000 relative to January 1997; and average change in purchasing power of US$ 435 across selected countries and areas from 1 January 1997 to 1 January 2000. Consequently, the median value obtained represents a decrease compared to the recommended minimum of 1996. This is largely attributable to the current strength of the US dollar.

Author: Iliana Christodoulou-Varotsi
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 3540727507
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 834

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The importance of international maritime labour law - both as a component of - ternational maritime law, and in socio-political and economic terms - has been recognised by the IMO International Maritime Law Institute for a number of years. Indeed, the Institute has annually organised a course on maritime labour law with the participation of inter alia the International Maritime Organization, the - ternational Labour Organization, the International Transport Workers’ Federation, and the German Shipowners’ Association. It was therefore a great pleasure when the authors invited me to introduce their forthcoming monograph on Maritime Work Law Fundamentals: Responsible S- powners Reliable Seafarers. As the title suggests, a fundamental challenge of this branch of international maritime law is to achieve a balance between the interests of the two main stakeholders. Institutionally, the effort to achieve this balance dates back a number of decades with its genesis mainly found in the work of the International Labour Organization. It has to be said that whilst this effort achieved great progress, it has led to a haphazard, plethora of legal instruments.

Author: Desislava Nikolaeva Dimitrova
Publisher: Kluwer Law International B.V.
ISBN: 9041133496
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 186

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The enormous technological, financial, and structural changes of recent decades have revolutionized the international shipping industry, bringing about lower freight rates, shorter time in port and fast turnarounds, reduction in crew size, employment of cheap labour from developing countries, avoidance of national regulations and taxes, and diminished living and working standards on board. Exploitation of seafarers has always existed, but now it has become more common and frequent. Shipowners can cut costs in various ways, but the most profitable and easiest to achieve are those at the expense of labour costs, in particular costs for maintaining proper living conditions on board the ship. This bulletin examines in detail the structure of the shipping industry, focusing on problems concerning the working and living conditions of seafarers on board merchant ships serving the global sea transport system. Exploring all levels of maritime policymaking on a global and European level, the author analyses seafarers' rights in the light of international enforcement mechanisms and particularly in the light of the recent ILO Maritime Labour Convention. He also considers relevant case law, as well as advisory opinions and policy statements from various pertinent agencies, especially in the EU context.. Among the issues raised and discussed in depth in relation to their effect on seafarers' labour standards are the following: * ship manning companies; * illicit crewing agencies; * flags of convenience; * hours of work and rest; * wages; * occupational health and safety; * accommodation, food, water, and catering; * recreational facilities; * filing of grievance; and * port controls. The author shows that, expansion and progress of the maritime industry notwithstanding, there is a great need for effective enforcement mechanisms in this area. This is the first detailed analysis to connect the working and living conditions of seafarers with international, supranational, and national maritime legislation. A giant step towards establishing a global monitoring system to enforce international maritime conventions regarding seafarers' labour standards, it is sure to make an important contribution to both international labour and employment law and the law of the sea.

Author: Netherlands Institute for the Law of the Sea
Publisher: BRILL
ISBN: 9004634215
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 893

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Category : Labor laws and legislation, International
Languages : en
Pages : 88

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Author: Jennifer Lavelle
Publisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 1317931874
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 548

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With the Maritime Labour Convention now in force (as of August 2013), the shipping industry is faced with a new international convention that has comprehensive implications across all sectors. This vital text provides timely analysis and thought-provoking essays regarding the Convention’s application and enforcement in practice. Hailed as the "Seafarer’s Bill of Rights" and the "fourth pillar" of the international regulatory regime for quality shipping, the Maritime Labour Convention is set to significantly alter the playing field for key stakeholders. This book offers diverse and interesting commentary in respect of the Convention’s impact on core sectors of the shipping industry, identifying both strengths and weaknesses of the Convention, as well as potential hurdles that will need to be overcome. Each chapter focuses on a different aspect of the Convention, ranging from individual rights of the seafarer to challenges of flag State implementation. Special attention is given to enforcement through examination of the innovative measures provided in the Convention itself, along with discussion of domestic enforcement mechanisms in certain States. Furthermore, the book evaluates whether the Convention has filled existing gaps in maritime labour law, resolved prior difficulties or created new problems. This book expertly addresses issues of fundamental importance to national authorities, shipping professionals and associations, maritime lawyers and academics worldwide. ---In memory of Richard Shaw---

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Category : Labor laws and legislation, International
Languages : en
Pages : 168

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Author: International Labour Office
Publisher:
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Category : International Labour Conference
Languages : en
Pages : 426

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Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 66

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