The ITF participates in the panel discussing ground-handling labour shortages

The Civil Aviation Section Secretary of the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF), contributed to a panel discussion titled “Have the Lessons of Big Resignation Been Learned Yet?” at the ASA Leadership Forum 2023 on 21 September 2023. Gabriel Mocho Rodriguez provided a measured perspective on the issue of ongoing labour shortages in ground handling from […]


September 28, 2023

Young Aviation Workers Network: Setting a Progressive Agenda for the Future

In an anticipated online gathering, young aviation professionals from around the globe convened virtually, marking their first reunion since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. The event was a platform for them to delve into the current state of the aviation industry and its future prospects. The discussion was enriched by a comprehensive overview of […]


September 14, 2023

Workers win as sacking of 1,700 Qantas workers ruled illegal

Australian transport unions have today won a huge victory in court, as the sacking of 1,700 ground and baggage staff by Qantas has been proven to be illegal. This is a massive victory for the workers who have not stopped fighting for justice since they were outsourced.  The unanimous decision was handed down by Australia’s […]


September 13, 2023