What is MLC 2006?

What is MLC 2006?

MLC –Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 No more favourable treatment –the concept which prevents ships flying flags of States that haven’t signed the Convention from having an unfair advantage over ships flying the flag of States that have

When did MLC come into force?

The MLC was adopted in February 2006 with a ratification requirement of a minimum of 30 countries representing at least one third of the world fleet in gross tonnage. Twelve months after meeting this requirement, the Convention came into force in August 2013.

What is the MLC and why is it important?

The MLC provides a way of enforcing the standards through a system of certification and inspection by flag State and port State authorities. A key to enforcement will lie in the ability to detain vessels if they are in breach of the Convention. Who is covered under the MLC?