The term "Italian Dockworkers' Union" does not refer to a single, monolithic organization but rather to a collective of unions and federations representing dockworkers in Italy, with a rich history and significant influence in labor and port operations. The most prominent historical entity was the **Italian Union of Transport Auxiliaries and Port Workers (UILTATEP)**, founded in 1951 as the Italian Union of Auxiliary Transport Workers. It affiliated with the Italian Labour Union (UIL) and, after merging with the Italian Union of Port Workers in 1962, became a major force in the sector. At its peak in 1964, UILTATEP boasted over 134,000 members, making it the second-largest affiliate of the UIL. The union played a crucial role in advocating for better wages, working conditions, and labor rights for port and transport workers. In 1983, UILTATEP merged with several other transport unions to form the Italian Union of Transport Workers, marking the end of its independent existence. Today, dockworkers in Italy are represented by a mix of confederated unions—such as CGIL, CISL, and UIL—and more radical, base-level unions like the **Unione Sindacale di Base (USB)** and the **Collettivo Autonomo Lavoratori Portuali (CALP)**. These organizations continue to be active in labor negotiations, port operations, and social activism. Notably, in 2025, USB and CALP led high-profile blockades of ports in Genoa and Livorno to prevent the shipment of weapons to Israel, highlighting their role in both labor advocacy and broader social and political issues. These actions, often supported by international dockworker networks, underscore the unions' commitment to ethical labor practices and their influence in shaping Italy's port policies. The Italian dockworkers' movement remains a dynamic and vital part of the country's labor landscape