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

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, central labor councils, state federations, and international allies have passed resolutions expressing their strong support for longshore workers’ fight for a good [...]

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New CEO at Maersk Line

Søren Skou

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 Maersk Line in various positions from 1983 through 1998. He replaces Eivind Kolding, who [...]

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