Port unions take action on Russian flagged ships
Source: Maritime Union of New Zealand
The two unions representing workers in New Zealand ports say their members are reluctant to work Russian flagged ships...
New Zealand’s ports need to work together – and move into coastal shipping
Source: Maritime Union of New Zealand
As supply chain pressures continue to build, a leading New Zealand transport union says immediate action is required.
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Court ruling signals big changes for shift workers on waterfront
Source: Maritime Union of New Zealand
A new court decision means employers will be required to compensate workers for their “availability” for shifts.
Maritime Union member...
New Zealand maritime workers back Fremantle port workers
Source: Maritime Union of New Zealand
The Maritime Union of New Zealand is backing Fremantle port workers in their dispute with Qube Stevedores.
Maritime Union of...
New Zealand shipping answer to supply chain crisis
Source: Maritime Union of New Zealand
As concerns about New Zealand’s supply chain grow, the Maritime Union says the answers are there to alleviate shipping...
Maritime Union statement on port worker vaccination
Source: Maritime Union of New Zealand
The Maritime Union has made a statement to confirm its position on the vaccination of port workers.
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Unions back mandatory vaccination for port workers
Source: Maritime Union of New Zealand
The two main unions representing New Zealand port workers are backing the Government move to make COVID-19 vaccinations mandatory...
Maritime Union agrees with freight industry concerns on profiteering
Source: Maritime Union of New Zealand
The Maritime Union has taken the unusual step of agreeing with a trucking industry boss.
Mainfreight managing director Don Braid...
Port unions demand stronger penalties for negligent employers
Source: Maritime Union of New Zealand
New Zealand’s two port unions have spoken out on Workers Memorial Day (28 April), demanding improvements to health and...
