118 inspectors working for the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) have gathered in Panama City, Panama this week for the ITF worldwide inspectors’ seminar (WWIS).
The entire inspectorate network is brought together every three years to develop new skills and plan for the delivery of ITF objectives.
Inspectors are union officials working in ports all over the world on issues related to the ITF flags of convenience campaign. Their role is to ensure seafarers have decent pay, working conditions and living conditions by carrying out inspections on ships calling in their ports. They also assist with actions to protect seafarers' rights.