Ukrainian Seafarers

Ukrainian Seafarers

Your professional partners for safe and green navigation

KEY COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES
OF UKRAINIAN SEAFARERS

Ukraine recognized by shipowners as the most likely future supplier of qualified seafarers*

* ICS/BIMCO Seafarers Workforce report, 2021

Exelent professional & personal skills

Strong national passport and transport mobility

High level of traditional and innovative maritime education and training

Internationally recognized STCW certificates

Strong national maritime traditions

Personal skills

Transport mobility

International Passport

The citizens of Ukraine with the biometric international passport can visit 148 states without a visa or with a visa upon arrival, including all Schengen Zone states, Brazil, Panama, Singapore and Hong Kong (China).

Ukrainian passport is the strongest among
the passports of leading seafarers states:

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Philippines

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Philippines

75th

Current ranking

69

VISA-FREE Destions

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India

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India

82nd

Current ranking

62

VISA-FREE Destions

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Indonesia

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Indonesia

68th

Current ranking

78

VISA-FREE Destions

The Henley passport index of the Ukrainian passport is constantly growing

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Maritime education
& trainingin Ukraine

Ukraine has a developed maritime education & training infrastructure with
strong maritime traditions

Maritime universities

Modern maritime educational centers located in Odesa, Kherson, Mykolaiv, Izmail and Kyiv provide high-quality maritime education and training for young officers and ratings.

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We are educating a new generation of seafarers from cadets to officers for the success of your maritime business efficiency, safe, secure and green navigation.

The system of education, training and certification of seafarers in Ukraine is recognized by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) and audited the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA).

Every year, more than 10,000 well-trained, talented and motivated young Ukrainians join the international shipping.

Training providers

A wide network of well-equipped maritime training providers allows Ukrainian seafarers to receive the full range of STCW mandatory training encouraged by the Ukrainian government and foreign maritime administrations.

Today, the Government of Ukraine has recognized more than 25 maritime training centers.

Ukrainian maritime centers also provide training, which allows seafarers to work on specialized types of ships, including cruise ship personnel, as well as training in accordance with OPITO standards.

Hiring Ukrainian seafarers, any shipowner
can be confident in their high professionalism

STCW & Medical
certificates recognition

Ukrainian STCW certificates
recognition

STCW certificates of Ukrainian seafarers are recognized by all TOP-5 leading flags states

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In general, Ukrainian STCW certificates are recognized by more than 50 states and this list is constantly growing.

Government of Ukraine has recognized more than 25 maritime training centers.

Ukrainian maritime centers also provide training, which allows seafarers to work on specialized types of ships, including cruise ship personnel, as well as training in accordance with OPITO standards.

Ukrainian seafarers make up 10% of the number of non-UK officers holding flag state certificates/certificates of equivalent competence

Ukraine is the second largest non-EU country with most officers recognized by EU states

Medical certification
of seafarers

Ukrainian medical centers certified by the Government of Ukraine and foreign maritime administrations conduct all necessary types of medical examinations and diagnostics.

 

The seafarers’ medical centers are equipped with modern diagnostic equipment and are entitled to issue world-recognized international certificates and medical forms.

The Marine Transport Workers’
Trade Union of Ukraine

Largest national maritime trade union,
uniting more than 80,000 maritime professionals.

About MTWTU

Founded in 1992, the MTWTU has been affiliated within the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) since 1993, and today is the only maritime ITF affiliate in Ukraine.

The MTWTU, being an essential component of the Ukrainian maritime sector, is making every effort to promote Ukrainian seafarers in the international labour market.

Cooperates with various international organizations, negotiates with foreign shipowners, attracts investments in maritime education, and develops the country’s maritime industry so that more and more foreign shipowners can appreciate the benefits of cooperation with Ukraine.

Oleg Grygoriuk

Chairman, MTWTU
Vice President of the International Federation of Shipmasters’ Associations (IFSMA)
IMO Goodwill Ambassador in Ukraine

People &
Knowledge

We have a team of maritime professionals to solve the most complex problems.

Government
Relationships

We cooperate with all governmental authorities and public institutions.

Partnership
& Trust

We interact with the largest shipowners and their associations

International
Recognition

We are part of the global solidarity movement of transport workers.

MTWTU provide its members with everything they need
for well-being and professional development

The MTWTU unites almost half of the total seafarers’ pool of Ukraine,
which is the growing number of over 50,000 Ukrainian mariners

Breakdown by Position

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MTWTU – your sustainable partner in Ukraine

Investment

We are seeking experienced and forward-thinking investors to join us in shaping the future of the Ukrainian maritime sector. Your investment will not only contribute to the growth and development of this dynamic industry but also generate significant returns.

Search for Partners

We are on the lookout for strategic partners who share our vision for a thriving Ukrainian maritime industry. Your expertise, resources, and global reach will be invaluable in propelling our endeavors to new heights.

Improvement of Ukraine maritime sector

We are seeking passionate individuals and organizations committed to advancing the Ukrainian maritime sphere. Your contributions, whether in the form of expertise, funding, or advocacy, will play a crucial role in elevating Ukraine’s maritime standing on the global stage.

Implementation of Projects

We are seeking driven and innovative individuals to collaborate with us on groundbreaking projects that will revolutionize the Ukrainian maritime landscape. Your skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities will be essential in bringing these transformative visions to life.

MTWTU – your sustainable partner in Ukraine

Investment

We are seeking experienced and forward-thinking investors to join us in shaping the future of the Ukrainian maritime sector. Your investment will not only contribute to the growth and development of this dynamic industry but also generate significant returns.

Search for Partners

We are on the lookout for strategic partners who share our vision for a thriving Ukrainian maritime industry. Your expertise, resources, and global reach will be invaluable in propelling our endeavors to new heights.

Ukraine maritime sector Improvement

We are seeking passionate individuals and organizations committed to advancing the Ukrainian maritime sphere. Your contributions, whether in the form of expertise, funding, or advocacy, will play a crucial role in elevating Ukraine’s maritime standing on the global stage.

Implementation
of Projects

Join us in realizing transformative projects: we are seeking driven and innovative individuals to collaborate with us on groundbreaking projects that will revolutionize the Ukrainian maritime landscape. Your skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities will be essential in bringing these transformative visions to life.

Reasons why to invest
in Ukrainian seafarers

Invest in Ukraine together with MTWTU - guarantee your maritime future

Our professional team can deliver even the most unusual ideas!

MTWTU applies a personalized touch to help you make the right decisions about your assets. We are going to come along with you every step of the way to help you find and utilize practical solutions that will enable you meet your financial objectives and achive goals.

We will provide efficient navigation for your maritime investments in Ukraine. 

Access to the best Ukrainian maritime professionals, as well as to the most talented and motivated young male and female cadets

Portfolio of projects in green shipping, development of soft skills of seafarers, e-learning, virtual reality training and much more

A team of professionals with experience in implementing complex projects in Ukraine

A wide network of contacts at the international and national level, allowing the best maritime experts to be involved for the success of your projects

Full support for the well-being of your seafarers and their families in Ukraine

1.

Contact us in any convenient way

You can fill out the form on the website, call or write us.

2.

Recieve a consultation

Get professional advice and answers to all questions.

3.

Start collaboration with MTWTU!

Start a partnership with MTWTU and be sure of achieving your’s goal’s.

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Get the benefits of partnership

Benefit from working with a team of results-focused professionals.

Adress & Working hours

Gagarin Plateau, Premises 1,
Odessa, Ukraine, 65062

Monday – Saturday: 11 AM – 9 PM
Sunday: 11 AM – 7 PM

Phone & Email

+380 482 42 99 01
+380 482 42 99 02
+380 50 336 44 57

 office@mtwtu.org.ua

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