Where we work
Nautilus International has members in waterborne transport sectors all over the world – from deepsea oil tankers to river cruises.
Passenger shipping
Nautilus yacht hub
Nautilus International is the world-leading specialist trade union for superyacht crew. Wherever you're from, wherever you work, we are here to support you.
Cruiseships
On cruiseships, it's common to find concentrations of British or Dutch officers.
Ferries
Skilled British and Dutch seafarers are much sought-after in this competitive sector.
Sea-going vessels
RFA
The civilian-manned Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) provides support to Royal Navy Ships worldwide.
Offshore
The offshore industry covers oil and gas extraction and renewables, such as wind turbines.
Tankers
Tankers can carry oil, chemicals or liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG).
General cargo
The 'general cargo' category covers bulk carriers and coasters. Members tend to operate in Europe.
Containerships
Worldwide, there is a good chance of finding a Nautilus member onboard a containership.
Dredging and hydraulic engineering
Dredging is perhaps the best-known type of hydraulic engineering; but's there's so much more.
Specialist vessels
Nautilus members do not all work on vessels transporting freight or passengers.
Car carriers
Nautilus members can be found on car carriers worldwide, including many vessels in European ports.
Cadets
Other sectors
River cruise hub
Nautilus has a key objective to improve working conditions in the booming European river cruise industry
Inland waterways
Waterborne trade – and Nautilus membership – is not restricted to the sea.
Shore-based
Most of the Union's numerous shore-based members work in the UK or the Netherlands.