Our ITF Inspectorate

As a seafarer, you play a crucial role in global trade. It's important to know that you have rights, and you don’t have to face challenges at sea alone. If you’re experiencing unpaid wages, unsafe conditions, or unfair treatment or any other contract issues, the ITF and ver.di are here to help.

Germany is home to major ports, where five ITF Inspectors are ready to assist you. They will investigate your complaints confidentially, ensure that your ship complies with ITF agreements, resolve disputes with shipowners or operators on your behalf and provide legal support and advice.

Bremerhaven

ITF Inspector, Coordinator
Sven Hemme

Address:
Hinrich-Schmalfeldt-Straße 31B
27576 Bremerhaven

Phone: +49 (0) 471 92189209
Mobile: +49 (0) 151 27037384

E-Mail: sven.hemme@itf-org.de

Bremen

ITF Inspector, Assistant Coordinator
Susan Linderkamp

Address:
Bahnhofsplatz 22 - 28
28195 Bremen

Phone: +49 (0) 421 33033 33
Mobile: +49 (0) 1511 2666006

E-Mail: susan.linderkamp@itf-org.de

Hamburg

ITF Inspector
Markus Wichmann

Address:
Besenbinderhof 60
20097 Hamburg

Phone: +49 (0) 40 280068 11
Mobile: +49 (0) 151 1886 8438

E-Mail: markus.wichmann@itf-org.de

Hamburg

ITF Inspector
Sören Wichmann

Address:
Besenbinderhof 60
20097 Hamburg

Phone: +49 (0)40 280068 12
Mobile: +49 (0) 151 234 003 71

E-Mail: soeren.wichmann@itf-org.de

Rostock

ITF Inspector
Hamani Amadou

Address:
August-Bebel-Strasse 89
18055 Rostock

Phone: +49 (0) 381 67000 46
Mobile: +49 (0) 170 7603862

E-Mail: hamani.amadou@itf-org.de

You can also reach us via Seafarers’ Help Germany general email: help@itf-org.de

Germany’s Ports Are Safe for You

No matter which German port your ship calls at, you can always rely on ver.di and ITF to stand by you. Your safety, wages, and dignity are our top priorities.

Reaching out is safe, confidential, and won’t result in retaliation.