Late yesterday, Shipping Australia filed a statement at the Fair Work Commission in support of DP World Australia’s application to terminate protected industrial action on the grounds of significant harm to the economy.
Extensive industrial action across the waterfront is a matter of importance to the shipping industry as the increased costs and delays hinder the ability of the shipping industry to help supply vitally needed goods such as foodstuffs and medicines to Australian businesses and families.
Shipping Australia believes that extensive industrial action that disrupts the supply chain during this difficult time is not in the national interest.
We understand that there will be a hearing at the Fair Work Commission within a few days and that a decision is expected shortly thereafter.
