Maritime Labour Law and Seafarers’ Rights

We provide legal advice and assistance to seafarers and maritime professionals in matters relating to their employment rights under the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC 2006) and the applicable national legislation governing maritime employment.

Our practice focuses on protecting the rights of seafarers in disputes with shipowners, ship managers and employers concerning employment conditions, remuneration and social protection.

Members of our team have completed postgraduate studies in Maritime Law at the World Maritime University, and have also participated in specialized training programmes organised by the International Labour Organization and the International Maritime Organization relating to the implementation and enforcement of the Maritime Labour Convention.

Legal Assistance for Seafarers

We advise and represent seafarers in relation to the application of the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 and the relevant national legislation governing maritime employment.

Our services include legal assistance in matters concerning:

poor working and living conditions on board vessels
outstanding or unpaid wages
working hours and overtime
sick leave and sick pay
industrial accidents and occupational injuries
repatriation of seafarers
social insurance rights
insurance claims relating to maritime employment

Enforcement of Seafarers’ Rights

Where violations of seafarers’ rights occur, we assist in pursuing appropriate legal remedies through negotiations, administrative procedures or legal proceedings before the competent authorities and courts.

Our approach focuses on ensuring that seafarers receive the protections and guarantees provided under international maritime labour standards, including the rights established under the Maritime Labour Convention and applicable national regulations.