Day: December 29, 2011

‘AFL-CIO slow to act,’ but Painters and others pass resolutions supporting ILWU

Dec 29, 2011

Several unions have noted that “the AFL-CIO has been slow to act” on the union-busting that’s been taking place at EGT and the raiding of affiliated unions. Several unions bodies, including local unions,...

New CEO at Maersk Line

Dec 29, 2011

Søren Skou was recently appointed the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Maersk Line. The appointment will be effective January 16, 2012. Previously, Skou has been the CEO of Maersk Tankers for the last 10 years. Skou was with...