Ursula von der Leyen: now the real work begins The European Commission has its new President, and for the first time ever a woman will lead. Now she must show that she understands the hopes and concerns of working people across Europe. It is time for a progressive EU programme with Fair Transport at its heart! News 18 Jul 2019
Digitalisation in shipping ETF favours a human-centred and sustainable approach to digitalisation and automation in the shipping industry. Issues 15 Jul 2019
SkillSea Developing a sectoral skills strategy for the maritime transport sector Projects 14 Jul 2019
Maritime and port reps The training sessions will provide an insight into the complex economic and financial decision-making processes in the maritime and port industries. Projects 13 Jul 2019
Karima Delli is reelected as Chair of the European Parliament Transport Committee The French Green has been a supporter of our campaigns and demands in the past, and we congratulate her on returning to the role. Statement 11 Jul 2019
Wage inequality in Europe: Transport workers across the continent deserve fair pay In this article for Transportarbetaren, the magazine of our affiliate the Swedish Transport Workers’ Union, ETF President Frank Moreels argues that wage inequality is dangerous for Europe. Working people and their unions need to take the lead on this issue. In fact, we already are! Statement 9 Jul 2019
Spanish transport unions issue joint demand for a social Europe that works for workers At a joint meeting in Madrid, we issued a joint declaration with our Spanish affiliates Comisiones Obreras and UGT. Working people in Europe need a more social outlook from their political leaders and the EU. The ETF also needs to change, so that we are better focused on the challenges of tomorrow. Statement 5 Jul 2019