Maritime Union calls for Government review of Marsden Point closure
The closure of Marsden Point refinery is sending New Zealand on a high risk track at a bad time.
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Maritimes magazine Spring 2021
The official magazine of the Maritime Union of New Zealand
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We are the Union
Find out more about the Maritime Union of New Zealand.
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Court ruling signals big changes for shift workers on waterfront
A new court decision means employers will be required to compensate workers for their “availability” for shifts.
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Transport workers call for radical transformation to public ownership
Unions want transport to be supported by an energy transition plan, for a modal shift to publicly-owned transport, and for major investment in zero carbon transport infrastructure and services under democratic control.
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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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Clarification needed on MIQ for New Zealand crews
The union representing New Zealand seafarers is asking the Government to provide more clarity around MIQ rules for crews working in international waters.
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Downsides of Marsden Point closure are increasing
It has been reported that the cost of imported bitumen will be rising by 40%.
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