New standards on competences and the corresponding knowledge and skills, on practical examinations, simulators and medical fitness

Vienna Airport has once again been named Europe’s Best Ground Handler at the 2026 Payload Asia Awards. This is the third time it has received the distinction, following previous awards in 2022 and 2025.

The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) and the European Transport Workers’ Federation (ETF) express their profound shock at today’s serious rail accident in Toledo, Spain, and extend their deepest condolences and solidarity to everyone affected by this tragic event. Reports state that at least 64 people are believed to have died, with dozens injured – numbers that may rise.

Seafarers' working and living conditions are not only a matter of welfare; they are also fundamental to maritime safety and increasingly relevant to how maritime risk is assessed.