Representing New Zealand maritime workers since 2002
The Maritime Union of New Zealand was formed in 2002 when the New Zealand Waterfront Workers’ Union and the New Zealand Seafarers’ Union joined together. We represent waterfront workers, seafarers and related workers in New Zealand.
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The engine failure of the interisland ferry Kaitaki on Saturday 28 January is concerning for crew aboard the ship.
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MUNZ National Organizer Graham McKean delivering the message about Fair Pay Agreements to Local 13 at the Ports of Auckland members 16 January 2023.
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The Maritime Union has offered its thanks to Jacinda Ardern for her service to New Zealand, on her announcement she will be resigning as Prime Minister next month.
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New Zealand is extremely well placed to take advantage of the coming revolution in low emission shipping, says the Maritime Union.
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2022 was a big year for our Union and 2023 will be just as big. Safe safe and have a great summer!
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The death of a foreign crew member aboard the MSC Resilient III in South Port in Bluff on Wednesday 21 December 2022 is a sad and stark reminder of how dangerous the maritime industry is.
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Maritime Union New Zealand (MUNZ) and Ports of Auckland (POAL) have today agreed to a pay structure which provides Stevedore more stability of income.
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Official magazine of the Maritime Union of New Zealand online now
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