Published: 12 Dec 2019
The ITF are currently now in dispute with Simosa Shipping Taiwan where it has been found that they are in breach of their ITF Agreement over a three year period which has resulted in a back wage claim of 279K against their Panamanian flagged vessel, the FS Bitumen No 2, which is a regular visitor to the Port of Geelong.
We are seeking immediate arrangements for the crew to be paid through our London Office and their failure to do so will lead to arrest.
This is just another example of the corruption that is rife amongst Taiwanese Shipowners at present and the Australian ITF will not rest until they are weeded out of the Industry.
There have also been further incidents whereby Charterers and Shipping Agents are attempting to get foreign crews to attempt lashing or hatch cleaning duties whilst alongside
This work is clearly our members work and is protected by the “Dockers Clause” in the ITF Agreements and the Australian Navigation Act section 92. If you suspect anything, you should contact the Branch immediately
We will be conducting an ITF training session early in the new year and if you are interested please contact myself or Branch Officials in order to participate
Finally, ITF Australia wishes all members a happy and safe Christmas period
