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Federation
Nautilus Federation report shows clear pathways to tackle seafarer recruitment and retention crisis
The Nautilus Federation, a group of 21 likeminded global trade unions in shipping and inland waterways transport, has released a new report which aims to finally end the conversation on recruitment and retention of seafarers, and prompt the industry to act on the issue.
United Kingdom
Bold UK reforms needed to ward off 'volatile cocktail' of issues for young workers, Nautilus general secretary tells TUC Young Workers' Conference
Nautilus news
Get serious about fixing barriers to maritime careers, Nautilus tells European Shipping Summit
Nautilus news
Nautilus stands united with seafarers and emergency crews after North Sea allision
Equality
Nautilus general secretary calls for urgent employment reforms and stronger legal protections for women workers at TUC Women's Conference
Education and training
Nautilus pushes for fair working conditions at maritime roundtable with IMO
Industrial
Where next for the RFA?
Featured
Podcasts from Nautilus
The maritime influencers: @ JoeTheSailor
Law
Nautilus recovers more than £2.17 million in unpaid wages for yacht crew
Members at work
Navigating a yacht career with Captain Chris Durham
Members at work
Charting a career with the Nautilus Slater Fund: from AB to Officer of the Watch
Podcasts from Nautilus
Time out with a trailblazing third officer
Members at work
Navigating the Port of Bridgwater with Captain Jessica Tyson
Working for members
Events
Event
Equality and diversity
14 April 2025 10:00 - 11:30
Equality and Diversity Forum
Venue: Online. Membership event.
Event
Branch conferences
19 November 2025 09:00 - 17:00
UK Branch Conference 2025
Venue: Register now and join us either face to face at the Holiday Inn Liverpool (Lime Street) or online at this hybrid event spotlighting maritime employment rights!