IBF Designated Risk Areas Official Designation List IBF List of Designated Risk Areas Agreed by the Warlike Operations Area Committee on 2nd March 2026. Comprehensive directory of seafarer benefits and security requirements. Valid Extension Until 23 March 2026 Warlike Operations Area Highest risk level. Full refusal rights apply. High Risk Area Significant risk. Daily bonuses…
IFOMS Visit | Chonburi Seaport Field Report: February 3, 2026 Empowering Our Seafarers at Chonburi Port. A collaborative mission between IFOMS and Mission to Seafarers to support, connect, and advocate for our crew members in Thailand. Kerry Logistics Network (KLN) Seaport, Chonburi. The Mission Dedicated outreach to ensure every sailor knows their rights and has…
IFOMS Solidarity Dinner Report A Night of Solidarity and Partnership IFOMS expresses gratitude for the unity across sectors. We, the brothers, sisters, and comrades of IFOMS, extend our deepest gratitude to all the brother and sister union representatives who attended and participated in the dinner held on December 11th at Koh Lanta Restaurant, Suvarnabhumi. Thai…
Supporting Seafarers: Our Recent Outreach in Three Thai Ports Supporting Seafarers: Our Recent Outreach in Three Thai Ports A recap of our recent ship visits and outreach in Thailand. 🚢 1. Encouragement at Bangkok Port The FOMS Headquarters and our brothers from The Mission To Seafarers warmly visited and encouraged Myanmar seafarer brothers on cargo…
IFOMS Founder Honors AMOSUP’s 65th Anniversary in Manila IFOMS Founder Honors AMOSUP’s 65th Anniversary in Manila Manila, Philippines – November 11th IFOMS proudly marked a major milestone alongside a key partner in the maritime community. U Shwe Tun Aung, the esteemed Founder of IFOMS, attended the 65th Anniversary celebration of the Associated Marine Officers’ and…
Honoring the Visit of Teacher U Khin Maung Oo and Daw Tin Tin Win | IFOMS IFOMS News A Visit Honoring Seafarers: Teacher U Khin Maung Oo and Daw Tin Tin Win at IFOMS Bangkok The kind-hearted couple shares valuable expertise for the progress and development of the organization. The highly knowledgeable and kind-hearted couple,…
News Post: Exchange with SMOU & SOS Exchange with SMOU & SOS Published: October 2, 2025 Strengthening the spirit of solidarity together. Open discussions with our union brothers from SMOU. A meaningful dialogue with the SOS delegation. Our partner union brothers and sisters from the Singapore Maritime Officers’ Union (SMOU) and the Singapore Organisation of…
News Post Welcoming ITF Leadership Published: October 2, 2025 Scott McDine (ITF) in constructive dialogue with IFOMS representatives. This September, IFOMS had the privilege of hosting Scott McDine, the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) Asia Pacific Regional Secretary. His visit created a valuable opportunity for constructive dialogue, during which he shared essential advice and guidance…
IFOMS members respectfully attended a ceremony organised by the State Enterprise Labour Relations Confederation (SELC) to honour and commemorate retired labour leaders. The Elderly Respect Ceremony took place on September 12 at the NT Grand Ballroom, located within the National Telecom Public Company Limited building on Chaeng Watthana Road in Bangkok, Thailand. During the event,…
