The International Maritime Employers' Council (IMEC) is the only international employers' organisation dedicated to maritime industrial relations. Established over fifty years ago, we operate from offices in Hampshire, UK and Manila in the Philippines and represent over 250 shipping companies located all over the world.
Click here to view IMEC infographic Read MoreIMEC members benefit from the normal work of the organisation and the flow of information and advice which result from it. In addition, IMEC negotiates with ITF on benefits which apply uniquely to IMEC members and members of the Joint Negotiating Group.
We are happy to report our first crew change in China since the height of Covid-19! 13 crew members recently signed on and another 13 signed off the bulk carrier MV BLC Third at Caofeidian, Hebei. Everything ran smoothly, so may this be the first of many! #crewrelief #crewchange
Press Release: New ICS research a ‘ray of light’ amongst the #COVIDー19 clouds.
#Seafarers appear to still be able to manage shipboard working arrangements in accordance with @IMOHQ and @ilo regulations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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We are happy to report that the @ATPI_Travel_UK-IMEC portal is now live to assist members with travel needs during the #COVID19 crew change crisis.
The portal can be accessed here: t.co/ME140Mx8Dz
The JNG and @ITFglobalunion have today agreed an implementation phase to allow governments around the world to embrace and implement the IMO guidance on safe crew changes. Read more here: t.co/4SiV3SPJHn