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Nautilus news
Leave no worker behind, whether on land or at sea, Nautilus GS urges Tolpuddle Festival
Law
Attention yacht crew: the hidden risks of joint employment contracts
Industrial
Nautilus welcomes 'significant' Trinity House plans for two new specialist vessels
Health and safety
MAIB urges rethink on watchkeeping in 'the digital age' as collisions persist
International
Abandonment: how you can help
Environment
Is the future of maritime electrically charged?
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Members at work
Breaking barriers and channelling her sea DNA: in conversation with Captain Inger Thorhauge
Members at work
Mastering a maritime career: from ferry carpark marshal to captain
Members at work
Navigating a yacht career with Captain Chris Durham
Podcasts from Nautilus
Time out with a trailblazing third officer
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Events
Event
Professional and Technical Forum
07 October 2025 13:30 - 15:30
Professional and Technical Forum
Venue: Online membership only event
Event
Branch conferences
19 November 2025 09:00 - 17:00
UK Branch Conference 2025
Venue: Register now and join us either face to face at the Holiday Inn Liverpool (Lime Street) or online at this hybrid event spotlighting maritime employment rights!