Merchant Shipping (Maritime Labour Convention) Rules, 2013

This regulation implements the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) within the merchant shipping sector. It aims to ensure decent working and living conditions for seafarers, establishing minimum requirements for their employment, health, and safety to prevent unfair competition and protect workers' rights at sea. This affects ship owners, operators, and seafarers working on merchant vessels. It introduces mandatory standards for employment contracts, hours of work and rest, accommodation, and medical care.