KiwiRail fined $240,500 for “needless accident” on Kaitaki
The dangers of loading heavy vehicles onto vessels are under the spotlight following the prosecution of KiwiRail and a towing contractor.
Waihi 2022: 110 years commemoration
On 12 November 1921 was ‘Black Tuesday’, when Waihi miner Fred Evans was killed while on strike with 1,500 of his workmates.
The Waihi Miners’ Strike was a pivotal point in Aotearoa New Zealand’s industrial relations history and every year we remember Fred and the significant impact of the strike.
War on the Wharves VII — 12 October 2022
Maritime Unions of Australia and New Zealand have come together with a charity boxing event “War on The Wharves” represented by their members to raise donations for Souths Cares. Live stream here.
Maritimes magazine September 2022
News and views from the Maritime Union of New Zealand
Ports of Auckland must not be privatized
Ports must remain in the full ownership of Auckland Council.
Automation report confirms total debacle with failed Ports of Auckland project
A new report into the failure of the automation project at Ports of Auckland Limited (POAL) is a shocking indictment of previous management. What can be learned?
New container service sees New Zealand shipping going from strength to strength
New Zealand coastal shipping is on an unprecedented growth curve as another New Zealand crewed ship comes onto the New Zealand coast.
Maritime workers back locked out Kawerau pulp and paper workers
The Maritime Union of New Zealand is backing locked out pulp and paper workers at the Essity plant in Kawerau.
Concerns about crew welfare after seafarer lost overboard
The Maritime Union says that the loss overboard of a crew member aboard a bulk carrier Berge Rishiri is very concerning.
Interislander ferries mark 60 years of service
The Interislander ferries are celebrating sixty years of service.