Port unions take action on Russian flagged ships
The two unions representing workers in New Zealand ports say their members are reluctant to work Russian flagged ships in New Zealand ports and are looking at methods of protest following the outbreak of war.
Social insurance means greater income security for workers
The Maritime Union is backing the Social Unemployment Insurance Scheme agreed between Government, Business New Zealand, and the Council of Trade Unions.
Fuel security campaign meets with Government over concerns
The campaign for fuel security met with the Deputy Prime Minister Hon. Grant Robertson in Wellington yesterday to discuss the imminent threat to the future of New Zealand coastal fuel tankers.
Concern over fuel shortage risk as shipping disruptions continue
There are concerns in the maritime sector that petrol supplies could be affected by the same type of shipping disruptions creating chaos in other supply chains.
Campaign for New Zealand coastal tankers says fuel security at risk
Three unions representing New Zealand shipping crews are mounting a united campaign to protect New Zealand’s fuel security and save New Zealand coastal tankers.
Removal of New Zealand coastal tankers will put fuel security in jeopardy
Maritime Union of New Zealand / New Zealand Merchant Service Guild joint statement
Stevedoring company ISO broke law around union access
Australian-owned stevedoring company ISO was breaking the law when it tried to prevent Maritime Union representatives access to its Whangarei workplace at Northport.
New Zealand’s ports need to work together – and move into coastal shipping
As supply chain pressures continue to build, immediate action is required.
Fuel security at risk
New Zealand should not rely on assurances of international fuel companies about our fuel security.
Maritime Union statement on appointment of new Ports of Auckland CEO
Maritime Union of New Zealand National Secretary Craig Harrison says the appointment marks a new start for the troubled Port.