New Zealand coastal shipping boost “biggest turnaround this century”
New initiative will see four or more New Zealand operated ships come into service on the New Zealand coast.
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Representing New Zealand maritime workers since 2002
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Where are the fishing industry jobs for young New Zealanders?
The Maritime Union says the fishing industry must provide well paid jobs for New Zealand workers rather than relying on overseas labour.
Read MorePorts of Auckland CEO comments “mistaken and confused”
The Maritime Union says comments by Ports of Auckland CEO Tony Gibson about Maersk shipping pulling their Auckland service are mistaken and confused.
Read MorePorts of Auckland management bear responsibility for port dispute
The dispute at Ports of Auckland is the result of a management agenda to divide the workforce.
Read MorePort Unions Condemn Plan to Slash Jobs at Port Otago
The two main waterfront unions have condemned a proposal to slash 12 jobs at Port Otago.
Read MoreFishing inquiry must shine a light into dark places
The Maritime Union welcomes the announcement by the Government of details for its inquiry into the fishing industry – but we want real answers.
Read MoreTransport workers mobilize as overseas rolling stock arrives in New Zealand
The New Zealand affiliates of the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) met today to discuss their concerns with the arrival of KiwiRail’s new locomotives in the country.
Read MoreRail manufacturing decision idiotic
The Maritime Union of New Zealand says the decision by KiwiRail to offshore production of rail wagons is an indictment on the National Government and KiwiRail management.
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