Nautilus takes silver for global advocacy supporting maritime professionals
10 November 2025
Nautilus International has been recognised for its work supporting maritime professionals worldwide.
The union was recognised for its comprehensive advocacy work spanning safety improvements, employment rights, and policy influence at international forums including the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and International Labour Organization (ILO).
Recent achievements include successfully lobbying for seafarer protections in the UK government’s Employment Rights Bill, recovering over £2.17 million in unpaid wages for superyacht sector members in 2024, and securing above-inflation pay deals for members.
General Secretary Mark Dickinson said the accolade reflects Nautilus’s commitment to championing the rights and welfare of its members across all sectors, including those from containers, tankers, ferries, superyachts, offshore energy and port services.
‘From influencing policy at the IMO and ILO to winning crucial industrial disputes, we remain committed to championing fair working conditions, safety, and employment rights for our members worldwide.’
The union took home silver in the Best International Association category at the 2025 AEA Awards.
Tags
More articles
UK must embrace cabotage to safeguard maritime jobs and seafaring skills
Nautilus International general secretary Mark Dickinson has sounded the alarm on the urgent need for the UK to adopt robust cabotage legislation.
Nautilus calls for UK government to defend international maritime law after vessels seized in international waters
Nautilus is urging the UK government to act following the recent interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters.
Union pushes for Just Transition at new fuels training launch
Nautilus spoke up for seafarers' rights at a launch of industry-wide training frameworks for new maritime fuels.