SMOU believes that all seafarers from all nationalities and sailing onboard vessels flying any flag, should be accorded basic rights and acceptable working standards. We believe that more can be done to protect seafarers sailing onboard Flag-of-Convenience (FOC) vessels. SMOU works closely with the ITF and its maritime affiliates to establish minimum acceptable standards applicable to seafarers serving on FOC vessels. To date, about a quarter of the FOC vessels sailing globally are currently covered by ITF agreements, giving direct protection to more than 90,000 seafarers. To learn more about the FOC Campaign, please click on the following link: |
