The Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) has launched a fresh round of industrial action, this time against Maersk-owned tugboat operator Svitzer.
The union conducted three work stoppages in Melbourne and Westernpoint on Friday, totalling 12 hours.
In a notice to customers, Svitzer said it was “currently reviewing schedules and crewing requirements to minimise any potential disruption”.
It added: “This targeted protected industrial action will only cause further uncertainty and disruption to our colleagues, …

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