Representing New Zealand maritime workers since 2002
The Maritime Union is playing an active role in the campaign against the TPPA free trade deal and has linked up to North American maritime workers fighting against the free trade deal.
Read MoreHeavy 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.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreThe Maritime Union says the Trans Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPPA) free trade deal is a threat to democracy in New Zealand.
Read MoreThe Maritime Union welcomes the announcement by the Government of details for its inquiry into the fishing industry – but we want real answers.
Read MoreThe announcement of a ministerial inquiry into foreign fishing charter vessels in New Zealand waters is long overdue.
Read MoreThe Maritime Union has hit out at free trade deals after revelations that China was imposing sanctions at will on New Zealand dairy products.
Read MoreNew Zealand maritime workers will be going up the gangway this week to check out ships flying “flags of convenience” and ensure that crew conditions, wages, and health and safety standards are up to scratch.
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