Maritime Union backs public ownership plan for rail and ferries
The Maritime Union says Government plans to bring rail and ferries back under public ownership would be a major step forward for New Zealand.
Maritime Union General Secretary Trevor Hanson says the move is long overdue and is required to bring New Zealand’s transport infrastructure up to world standards.
“We need an integrated transport system in New Zealand that has a substantial public-owned component for security and stability.”
Shipping plan gets thumbs up
The Maritime Union of New Zealand says the release today of the final domestic shipping strategy “Sea Change” is a positive move for New Zealand shipping.
Maritime Union Vice President Garry Parsloe says the Government’s plans for coastal shipping are moving in the right direction.
He says $36 million of funding for developing coastal shipping over the next four years was a major boost.