Ports of Auckland shareholder asked for accountability over dispute decisions
The Maritime Union says ACIL, the sole shareholder of the Ports of Auckland Limited (POAL), must shine a spotlight on the role played by port management and POAL Board of Directors in the current industrial dispute.
Maritimes magazine Winter 2012 edition now online
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Productivity bonuses for workers at Ports of Auckland a positive sign
The Maritime Union of New Zealand (MUNZ) says productivity bonuses paid to Ports of Auckland workers who are members of MUNZ are a “positive sign.”
Maritime Union welcomes US Government report “spotlight” on New Zealand fishing industry practices
Heavy criticism of the use of overseas labour in the New Zealand fishing industry in a major US Government report is justified, and confirms how bad practices have become in the New Zealand maritime sector.
Progress in Ports of Auckland facilitation
The Maritime Union says that it pleased with progress made in talks with Ports of Auckland Limited management.
Complete overhaul of NZ shipping policy required following Rena sentencing
The Maritime Union is calling for a complete overhaul of New Zealand shipping policy to avoid a repeat of the Rena disaster.
Government decision to reflag foreign fishing vessels welcomed
The Maritime Union has welcomed the Government’s announcement that foreign charter fishing vessels working in New Zealand waters will have to be reflagged under the New Zealand flag.
Council moves to make Ports of Auckland a good employer welcomed
The Maritime Union has welcomed moves by the owners of Ports of Auckland to ensure it acts as a good employer.
Maritimes magazine Autumn 2012 now online
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Ports management and board must account for disruption to Auckland
The Maritime Union says Ports of Auckland must be held accountable for the significant disruption they are imposing on Auckland.