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In memory

Remembering the lives and contributions of those who have fought to improve the working conditions of transport workers around the world.

In memory

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Avi Levy

Avi Levy, Chairman of the Israel Sea Officers’ Union (ISOU), was a pillar of Israel’s shipping industry who fought to protect seafarers’ wellbeing and rights throughout his career – and it is with
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Dave Spooner

The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) is devastated by the passing of Dave Spooner, a beloved friend, comrade, and colleague. Dave was a deeply committed international trade unionist
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Mohan Aswani

It is with deep sadness that the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) announces the passing of Mohan Aswani on 12 September 2024. Brother Aswani was a revered leader within the Indian
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Alexander Bodnya

With deep regret, the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) mourns the passing of Alexander Mikhailovich Bodnya, Vice-President of the Seafarers Union of Russia (SUR) and President of the
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Pavel Krenk

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Pavel Krenk, a revered leader in the global trade union community and long-serving chairman of the Czech Trade Union of Seafarers, who left us on 24
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Michael Sacco

The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) mourns the passing of Seafarers International Union (SIU) Emeritus President Mike Sacco, a towering figure in the global maritime labour movement
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Dr Harold Lewis

Dr Harold Lewis, General Secretary of the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) from 1977 to 1993 has died in hospital.
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In Memoriam - Shane Enright

The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) is saddened to mark the death of Shane Enright, a lifelong fighter for the rights of transport workers and LGBT+ people. Shane worked for many