New Zealand’s ports need to work together – and move into coastal shipping
As supply chain pressures continue to build, immediate action is required.
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Representing New Zealand maritime workers since 2002
coastal shipping
Fuel security at risk
New Zealand should not rely on assurances of international fuel companies about our fuel security.
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Ongoing shipping crisis needs clear analysis and immediate action
New developments are worsening rather than improving New Zealand’s international freight links.
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New coastal shipping report welcomed
Maritime Union of New Zealand National Secretary Craig Harrison says the report has drawn on a wide range of input from the maritime industry and identified important areas for work.
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Calls for levy to safeguard New Zealand’s fuel security
New Zealand needs to keep its own fuel tankers on the coast to ensure fuel security, paid for by a small fuel levy.
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Maritime workers back campaign to reduce shipping emissions to net zero
The Maritime Union of New Zealand is backing a global worker-led campaign to reduce emissions in the shipping industry to net zero by 2050.
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Interisland ferry problems show need for rebuilding coastal shipping
It is urgent New Zealand rebuild a New Zealand flagged and crewed coastal shipping fleet that can provide reliable and efficient service for regional ports and inter-island trade.
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New Zealand shipping answer to supply chain crisis
As concerns about New Zealand’s supply chain grow, the Maritime Union says the answers are there to alleviate shipping and port congestion.
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