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Circular no. 36 0f 2021                                 22nd December, 2021 

 

Dear Brothers & Sisters,

 

Good news!!! Good News !!! Good News !!!

Increase in wages and terms / conditions on NUSI dollar agreements on foreign flagships

 

You are aware that due to Covid, there is an economic recession worldwide which has also affected shipping.  Despite this challenge, National Union of Seafarers of India (NUSI) was able to intensely negotiate and revise the wages and terms and conditions upwards for the ratings and petty officers on the foreign flag.  The revised agreement will benefit more than 50,000 seafarers.

 

NUSI is pleased to inform you that the NUSI dollar agreements for service on foreign flagships have been revised upwards.  All ranks of ratings and petty officers will receive the following effective        1st January, 2022 till 31st December, 2023.

 

Salient features of

NUSI dollar agreement for ratings and petty officers employed on foreign flag ships

 

  • Basic Wages for all ranks of seafarers have been increased.
  • Wage related items like leave, overtime have also been increased.
  • “Diwali” and “Ramzan Eid” holidays has been included for first time.
  • Provident Fund amount has increased for all ranks.
  • The Additional Voluntary Contribution will continue to be deposited.
  • Gratuity amount has increased for all ranks.
  • Death compensation has been increased to US Dollar 1,08,012/- for 2022 and US Dollar 1,09,632/- for 2023.  Compensation for each dependent child upto 18 yrs of age has been increased to US Dollar 21,603/- for 2022 and US Dollar 21,927/- for 2023.
  • Disability compensation has been increased to US Dollar 1,08,012/- for 2022 and US Dollar 1,09,632/- for 2023.
  • Employment to Ratings with COC as Officers has been taken up strongly and NUSI will bear all costs of skill enhancement and other training of such ratings.

 

This is yet another New Year gift to our NUSI members and their families who are very happy about the developments and the strong work done by NUSI. All this was possible because of your active and strong support and we will continue to improve upon these conditions in the near future.  You are aware that your NUSI has always been trying to get the best working conditions for the seafarers.  We wish you all a Happy & Prosperous New Year 2022.

 

With warm regards,   

 

Yours sincerely,

(Abdulgani Y. Serang)

General Secretary -cum-Treasurer

Executive Board Member – ITF

Vice Chair, ITF Seafarers Section – Asia Pacific Region

Vice Chair, ITF Asia Pacific Region

 

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Dear Brothers and Sisters,

 

Sub:  Seafarer’s Unity Day

6th November, Saturday at 4.00 p.m

 

Theme: “125 years of Trust – re-defining trade unionism”

 

You are aware that every year Indian seafarers celebrate the “Seafarer’s Unity Day” on 6th November throughout India.  It was on 6th November, 1963 many unions came together under the strong and single banner of National Union of Seafarers of India (NUSI).  6th November, every year is also a paid holiday for seafarers working on Indian and foreign flagships.

 

The Executive Committee of National Union of Seafarers of India cordially invites you to the “Seafarers Unity Day” celebrations function “125 years of Trust – re-defining trade unionism”.

Chief Guest Adv. S.K. Shetye, veteran trade union leader.

NUSI President Capt. N.A. Hiranandani will preside over the function on 

Saturday, 6th November, 2021 at 4:00 p.m.

Venue: Damodar Natyagruha, Jagannath Bhatankar Marg, Parel (E), Mumbai - 400 012

Live Telecast on

NUSI Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/nusiindia/live/  

NUSI Youtube Channel:

https://www.youtube.com/c/NationalUnionofSeafarersofIndia

With best compliments

Shri Abdulgani Y. Serang

General Secretary -cum- Treasurer

Executive Board Member - ITF

Vice Chair, ITF Seafarers Section – Asia Pacific Region

Vice Chair, ITF Asia Pacific Region

 

 

NUSI “KAAM  KI BAAT”

This is a unique platform for NUSI to interact with all our seafarers, their families and  shipping fraternity on a personal level. NUSI “KAAM KI BAAT” will be scheduled every Saturday at 12:00 hrs on Facebook Live.

Facebook Page Link: https://www.facebook.com/nusiindia/

Facebook Live Link:  https://www.facebook.com/nusiindia/live/

 NUSI SAHARA

24/7 free of cost Psychological Counselling Helpline telephone service. All ranks of seafarers and their families can call and talk one-to-one or chat to a professional counselor on 1800-102-5110. There is a great benefit for our seafarers and their families who use this counselling facility.

How to get in touch with “NUSI Sahara”.It is totally free.

“Tension Na Lo –Call Karo You are not alone–Call Us”

  1. For seafarers and their families in India

Call on 1800-102-5110 (toll free- no charge) and talk to the  Counsellor

  1. For seafarers on board outside India

Step 1 Download ‘Skype’ (an internet software application used for communication available on Google play)

Step 2 Open Skype and search for"NUSI Sahara" (see NUSI logo)

Step 3 Call when Wi-Fi is available and speak to the Counsellor

Step 4 You can also chat with the Counsellor- Be stress free. You deserve it.

NUSI Sahara Whatsapp number +919833991880 for text based counselling.

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Email : This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  : website: www.nusi.org.in                         

NUSI Union APP: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=in.adzlab.nusi

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbdulganiSerang

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Circular no. 31 of 2021                                                                                                              15th October, 2021

Dear brothers and sisters,

Sub: Details of welfare benefits for seafarers and family

There are many welfare benefits for seafarers and their family members under the initiatives of National Union of Seafarers of India (NUSI), the offices of the Seamens’ Provident Fund (SPF) and Seafarers Welfare Fund Society (SWFS).  All benefits are strictly as per guidelines of applicable schemes respectively.  Thousands of our seafarers have benefitted over the years.  But some of our seafarers are not even aware of the welfare initiatives.  NUSI wants all our seafarers to be aware so that they can get the benefits as per eligibility.  You can also send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit our Website: www.nusi.org.in for any further guidance in these matters.

Initiatives of National Union of Seafarers of India (NUSI)

For decades, NUSI has negotiated secure terms and conditions on Indian and foreign flagships.  NUSI members serving on merchant ships and cruise ships can take the benefit for themselves or their family members which is at the same level for serving, retired or deceased seafarers.

  1. “NUSI SAKSHAM” – Skill Enhancement initiatives. Presently courses are done online during the pandemic. Send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you are interested.
  2. “NUSI SAMVAD” Free Wi-Fi for seafarers in hostel
  3. “NUSI SUBSIDY SCHEME” Food Subsidy in hostel
  4. “NUSI SHIKSHA ABHIYAN” Education Grant for children of seafarers
  5. “NUSI SCHOLAR” Financial assistance for scoring highest marks in SSC
  6. “NUSI SCHOLARSHIP” Higher studies grant for children of seafarers after graduation
  7. “NUSI STRI SIKHSHA ABHIYAN” Education Grant for wives of seafarers
  8. “NUSI SEEKHO – PARDES” Financial Support to children of seafarers for studies abroad
  9. “NUSI SUVIDYA” Financial Support for professional courses
  10. “NUSI SWAASTH SAHYOG” Financial Assistance in medical cases for seafarers and their families
  11. “NUSI SUKHADALAY” Recreational Holiday Home
  12. “NUSI SILAI CLASSES” Sewing Classes for family members of seafarers
  13. “NUSI SAHARA” Free wellbeing counselling helpline for all ranks of seafarers and their families –TollFree Number -1800-102-5110orWhats app Number – 98339 91880
  14. “NUSI SENIOR SEAFARERS” Home for Senior Seafarers
  15. “NUSI SAHELI SWAYAM ROZKAR YOJANA” – Self-help for women in family of seafarers
  16. “NUSI SALAAH” - Professional Career Counselling for children and women family members of all ranks of seafarers. Send email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  17. “NUSI SKILLS SUPPORT” - Financial assistance to NUSI members for STCW and skill courses.

NUSI Skills Support link: https://forms.gle/va19j4uZghDTvK9e8before 31st March, 2022

  1. “NUSI KAAM KI BAAT”- Virtual interaction with seafarer’s every Saturday at 1200 hrs through NUSI Facebook page, NUSI Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/nusiindia/
  2. “NUSI SPOKEN ENGLISH” course to improve English including computer classes
  3. NUSI agreements on Indian and foreign flag vessels have social benefits of provident fund, gratuity and rehabilitation

 

NUSI Union App:               https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=in.adzlab.nusi

NUSI Facebook:                  https://www.facebook.com/nusiindia/

NUSI Youtube Channel:     https://www.youtube.com/c/NationalUnionofSeafarersofIndia

Twitter:                               https://twitter.com/AbdulganiSerang

 

 

 

Initiatives of Seafarers Welfare Fund Society (SWFS) under the Director General of Shipping

For details and eligibility, you should send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  For covid related inquiries send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.     Website: www.dgshipping.gov.in

  1. “Maternity Benefit Scheme for female seafarers” - Such financial assistance shall be paid for two deliveries to eligible Indian female seafarer
  2. “Invalidity Benefit Scheme” - The scheme, is applicable to seafarer holding CDC book last recruited / engaged by Indian ship-owners or through registered RPS, for either Indian or foreign flag vessels, before the occurrence of an injury, due to which he/she became permanently unfit for the seafaring profession.
  3. “Survival Benefit Scheme” - The scheme is applicable to seafarer holding CDC book last recruited / engaged by the Indian ship-owners or through registered RPSfor either Indian or foreign flag vessels, before their death.
  4. “Ex-gratia Assistance on Death Scheme (EAD)” – Assistance for seafarers having registration books(Red Book)
  5. “Old age Benefit Scheme” - The scheme is applicable to seafarer holding CDC book attaining the age of 65 (sixty-five) years on 1st January 2019 or thereafter
  6. “Family Benefit Scheme” - The scheme is applicable to children for pre-sea training or post-graduation courses
  7. “SWFS – NOVEL CORONA VIRUS (COVID 19 ASSISTANCE SCHEME)” - All seafarer’s holding Indian CDC and their families are covered under the scheme for Covid treatment and for financial assistance in case of death
  8. Gratuity as per NUSI agreements is deposited in the office of SWFS. All seafarers should check and confirm the same after every sign-off.  Do not wait till your retirement.

Initiatives of Seamens Provident Fund (SPF)under the Director General of Shipping

For details and eligibility, you should send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Website link: www.spfo.gov.in

  1. FINAL withdrawal of Provident Fund as per SPF Act, 1966.

 

Purpose of Non-refundable withdrawal                        Percentage

 

  1. Unemployment             -           10% of seafarers contribution
  2. Medical             -           25% of seafarers contribution
  3. House Construction             -           75% of seafarers & employers contribution
  4. House Repair             -           25% of seafarers contribution
  5. Marriage & Higher Education             -           50% of seafarers contribution
  6. Provident Fund as per NUSI agreements is deposited in the office of the SPF. All seafarers should check and confirm the same after every sign-off.  Fill up your nomination forms also if you love your family.  Do not wait till your retirement.

 

With warm regards,

 

(Abdulgani Y. Serang)

General Secretary-cum-Treasurer 

Executive Board Member – ITF

Vice Chair, ITF Seafarers Section- Asia Pacific Region

Vice Chair, ITF Asia Pacific Region

 

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Circular No. 30 of 2021                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   28th September, 2021

Dear sisters and brothers,

Sub: “NUSI Skills Support” financial assistance to NUSI members in Covid pandemic

on the occasion of World Maritime Day and 125 years of NUSI celebrations

 

The Covid pandemic has been challenging for all our seafarers.  During the pandemic, seafarers and their family members are facing unemployment, difficulties in crew change, vaccination, extended contracts, certification, mental trauma, wellbeing issues etc.  Despite all difficulties, our seafarers and their families have faced problems with determination, passion and hard work.  One of the challenges for our seafarers is to renew the mandatory STCW courses or undergo skill enhancement training.  During a pandemic, seafarers have spent a lot of money to do these courses.

 

The World Maritime Day was celebrated today on 28th September, 2021. Mr. Amitabh Kumar, Director General of Shipping was the Chief Guest and Mr. Stephen Cotton, ITF General Secretary gave the keynote address on the topic “Seafarers : At the Core of Shipping’s Future”.  On this occasion, NUSI is pleased to announce “NUSI Skills Support” to provide financial assistance to NUSI members during the Covid pandemic.  This is part of the 125 years celebrations of NUSI.

 

This financial assistance, as per guidelines, during pandemic will be provided to NUSI members if they have paid course fees to do STCW or Skill courses.  This welfare initiative is open to NUSI members as below:-

 

  • The seafarer should be an up-to-date NUSI member for a minimum last three years.
  • NUSI will decide the amount of financial assistance as per guidelines.
  • Training courses should be between the period of 1st March, 2020 till 31st December, 2021.
  • NUSI members who wish to avail “NUSI Skills Support” should apply on the below link before 31st March, 2022.

https://forms.gle/va19j4uZghDTvK9e8

  • Proof of course fees receipt to be uploaded.
  • Proof of completion of the course to be uploaded.
  • Only savings bank account details will be accepted (NRE/NRO account will automatically cancel the application).
  • For any queries send an email only to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

We wish all seafarers and their family members a very happy “World Maritime Day”

 

Warm regards, 

(Abdulgani Y. Serang)

General Secretary-cum-Treasurer

Executive Board Member – ITF

Vice Chair, ITF Seafarers Section – Asia Pacific Region

Vice Chair, ITF Asia Pacific Region

  1. NUSI Salaah
  2. NUSI meets Shri Shripad Naik, Hon’ble Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Tourism Seafarers issues of Covid Vaccination, Crew change discussed
  3. “NUSI Salaah” - Professional Wellbeing and Career Counselling for children and women family members of all ranks of seafarers Inaugurated by Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, Hon’ble Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
  4. Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav Essay writing and Singing Competition India is celebrating 75 years of its independence as “Azadi ka Amrut Mahotsav”. Various programmes are being organized under the Directorate General of Shipping.