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International Solidarity Having just returned from the International Transport Workers’ Federation’s 46th Global Congress, I am as mindful as ever about the critical need for the SIU to remain engaged with our fellow trade unionists around the world. Our union’s affiliation with the ITF is one of our most important connections, right up there with…
Kelly/Waltz U.S. Maritime Legislation Named ‘Ships for America Act’
After some delays, a new piece of pro-maritime legislation authored by U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Arizona) and U.S. Rep. Mike Waltz (R-Florida) has been named and scheduled for introduction. The bipartisan bill, now titled the Ships for America Act, is planned to be submitted in November, sometime after Election Day. According to the summary of…
ARC Endeavor Reflags Under Stars and Stripes
SIU members are sailing aboard the newly reflagged ARC Endeavor, which entered the U.S. registry Sept. 27 in Baltimore. “On behalf of the entire union, I credit ARC for their ongoing commitment to our industry,” stated SIU President David Heindel. “I am as confident as always that SIU members will do excellent work aboard the…
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Board Rules Captive-Audience Meetings Unlawful
From the National Labor Relations Board: November 13, 2024 Today, the Board issued a decision in Amazon.com Services LLC, ruling that an employer violates the National Labor Relations Act by requiring employees under threat of discipline or discharge to attend meetings in which the employer expresses its views on unionization. Overruling Babcock & Wilcox Co., 77…
Seeking Additional Instructors
The SIU-affiliated Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship is seeking to add to their team of qualified instructors in multiple areas of expertise. If you would be interested in applying to be an instructor, please review the following job listings and email [email protected] with a copy of your credential. Chief Engineer Deck Instructor Engine Instructor# #…
NLRB Ruling Bolsters Workers’ Right
The National Labor Relations Board recently issued the following news release: Board Restores Prior Standard Governing Employer Statements about Unionization’s Impact on Employer-Employee Relationship 11/08/2024 11:24 AM EST Today, the National Labor Relations Board issued a decision in Siren Retail Corp d/b/a Starbucks, overruling Tri-Cast, Inc., 274 NLRB 377 (1985) and clarifying the test that…