Maersk decision shows supply chains still at risk
Unions representing ships crews say the withdrawal of a dedicated Maersk shipping service on the New Zealand coast is a step backwards for New Zealand’s supply chain security.
Solidarity with teachers
MUNZ is backing striking teachers today around New Zealand.
Port workers back port health and safety plan
Unions representing port workers say a new port health and safety plan is a good start to making New Zealand ports safer workplaces.
Port Sector Plan For Improving Safety On Our Ports
The Port Health and Safety Leadership Group – made up of unions, ports and stevedoring companies, the Port Industry Association, Maritime NZ and WorkSafe – is proud to release its multi-year Port Sector Insights Picture and Action Plan to make ports safer.
Coastal shipping should be used in emergency relief effort
The Maritime Union says New Zealand coastal ships should be part of the relief effort to bring supplies to regions devastated by Cyclone Gabrielle.
Concerns on Wellington ferry terminal upgrade
The Maritime Union is concerned about reports the Interislander ferry terminal upgrades in Wellington and Picton may be scaled back.
Safety a priority during extreme weather
The Maritime Union sends our best wishes to members and their families and communities in Auckland, and all those in the northern regions going through the extreme weather event. Keep safe.
Interport 2023 kicks off
Interport sports tournament 2023 is officially up and running! Old and new friends gathered from north and south in Port Chalmers this evening to kick off the week.
Ports of Auckland gives us resilience
There has been a push to shut down or phase out the Ports of Auckland. We now need to reflect on the advantages of having a local logistics hub that can function even in extreme weather events.
Statement on Kaitaki ferry engine failure
The engine failure of the interisland ferry Kaitaki on Saturday 28 January is concerning for crew aboard the ship.