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The Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) was first introduced in 2013. Since then, several amendments have been implemented, with the latest coming into force on 18 January 2017.
Learn more about the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) and find information on certification requirements, changes to our rules, as well as the latest documents and circulars.
Want to know more?
Get in touch with your usual North contact or email the MLC Enquiry Team at MLCEnquiryTeam@nepia.com
Requirements
If your ship is subject to the MLC, you are required to obtain and display certificates issued by an appropriate insurer or other financial security provider confirming that insurance or other financial security is in place for liabilities covering:
- Outstanding wages and repatriation of seafarers together with incidental costs and expenses in accordance with MLC Regulation 2.5, Standard A2.5.2 and Guideline B2.5., and
- Compensation for death or long-term disability in accordance with Regulation 4.2., Standard A4.2. and Guideline B4.2.
Documents
- Application for MLC Certificates 2024
- Maritime Labour Extension Clause 2016
- International Group MLC FAQs
Changes to Club Rules
We’ve changed our Rules to reflect that MLC certificates are now provided. These amendments also cover the fact that the MLC cover/certification regime is set out in the Club’s MLC extension clause, which forms part of a vessel’s terms of entry when an MLC Certificate is provided.
Maritime Labour Convention FAQ's
What is the Maritime Labour Convention?
The Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) was first introduced in 2013. Since then, several amendments have been implemented, with the latest coming into force on 18 January 2017. The MLC, sets out the rights of seafarers to proper working conditions, decent accommodations and recreational facilities whilst living on ships. If you need to learn more about the Maritime Labour Convention, talk to your usual North contact or email the MLC Enquiry Team. We also offer information on certification requirements, changes to our rules, as well as the latest documents and circulars.
What are the basic aims of the Maritime Labour Convention?
The Maritime Labour Convention aims to ensure comprehensive worldwide protection of the rights of seafarers (the Convention is sometimes called the seafarers’ Bill of Rights); and to establish a level playing field for countries and shipowners committed to providing decent working and living conditions for seafarers, protecting them from unfair competition on the part of substandard ships.
Does the Maritime Labour Convention apply to shipowners, ships and seafarers?
The Maritime Labour Convention does not directly apply to shipowners, ships or seafarers. It relies on the implementation by countries through their national laws. What does apply to shipowners, seafarers and ships, is the national law set out by a country. The Maritime Labour Convention sets out the minimum standards that must be implemented by all countries who have ratified the MLC.
What can I do to ensure I am following the regulations of the Maritime Labour Convention?
To ensure you are following Maritime Labour Convention regulations, you are needed to obtain and display a certificate issued by an appropriate insurer or other financial security provider confirming that insurance or other financial security is in place for liabilities. These liabilities include outstanding wages and repatriation of seafarers together with incidental costs and expenses and compensation for death or long-term disability. We’re on hand to help you with your Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) queries, including providing information on certification requirements, changes to our rules, as well as the latest documents and circulars.
