Caution required with more COVID cases on overseas vessels
A recent spike in COVID cases amongst overseas crew members is concerning port workers.
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Unions back mandatory vaccination for port workers
The two main unions representing New Zealand port workers are backing the Government move to make COVID-19 vaccinations mandatory for port workers.
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Crew welfare needs to be considered in Viking Bay case
Problems with quarantine for sick crew members aboard the Viking Bay show processes need to be tightened up.
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Infected crew members highlight a weak point in border security
Two COVID-positive foreign crew members are self-isolating on the Spanish-flagged deep sea fishing vessel Viking Bay off the Taranaki coast.
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Port of Tauranga is responsible for worker harm
The Maritime Union has backed calls by whistle blowers at Port of Tauranga who have come forward after suffering serious workplace injuries.
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New Zealand’s deepening supply chain crisis
New Zealand is facing a deepening crisis in our maritime supply chain, which requires bold thinking and speedy action to fix.
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Automation project at Ports of Auckland requires intervention
The off button on automation at Ports of Auckland has been pressed until further notice – and there needs to be answers.
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Maritime Union agrees with freight industry concerns on profiteering
The Maritime Union has taken the unusual step of agreeing with a trucking industry boss.
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