The work of a seaman is dangerous and difficult, and, unfortunately, dangers await a seaman already on the shore, before leaving on a voyage. Today, even a seasoned seaman can easily fall into the trap of scammers or unscrupulous employers. 

    The Trade Union of Maritime Transport Workers of Ukraine was founded on January 30, 1992, on the initiative of the Black Sea Basin Committee of the Trade Union of Workers of the Sea and River Fleet and united the lion's share of workers of the Black Sea, Azov and Danube basins,

    The main goals of the Trade Union of Maritime Transport Workers of Ukraine are to monitor compliance with labor legislation by the employer, ensure decent working conditions and develop social dialogue.