Tankers
Tankers can carry oil, chemicals or liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG).
The vessels can also be used for liquid cargoes for the food and drink industry, such as fresh water, wine and molasses. Due to the high-risk nature of many tanker cargoes, ship's officers who work on these vessels need a special endorsement on their certificates of competence.
There is a good chance of finding a Nautilus member onboard a tanker anywhere in the world. Highly-trained British and Dutch seafarers are much sought-after in this sector, particularly in senior roles such as shipmaster and chief engineer.
Collective bargaining agreements
Nautilus has collective bargaining (recognition) agreements with companies in this sector including the following: [This new wording will appear on several pages so only needs to be translated once].
- BPMS
- BW Fleet Management
- Crown Crewing (Whitakers)
- James Fishers
- AP Moller/Maersk Tankers
- PG Tankers
- QGTCMI
- Shell International Shipping Services (SISS)
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Negotiating
Nautilus International has a long and proud history of fighting to give maritime and inland waterways professionals the pay and conditions they deserve.
Organising
When Nautilus talks about 'organising', we mean how the Union brings people together in the workplace to negotiate and campaign as a group for better terms and conditions.
Participation
Nautilus International's members are the lifeblood of its membership. As a democratic Union, we encourage you to have your say and help us give seafarers and inland waterway workers a national and international voice.