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Fighting to protect the Australian maritime shipping industry

The MUA proudly represents the interests of working Australians in the maritime shipping industry, and has been active in improving the lives of shipping vessel seafarers.

We understand the unique challenges and demands that seafarers both in Australia and internationally have to face. This crucial industry sector is underpinned by highly trained seafarers like you, who deserve to be heard.

Our history is one of solidarity and collective action for those within the maritime shipping industry. Our commitment to fighting for the rights and dignity of our members spans more than 150 years.

In recent years, we have continuously lobbied on behalf of the maritime shipping industry to further protect Australia's maritime shipping industry, including seafarers such as yourself

We are still fighting to this day to make sure that your rights and well-being are protected. The Maritime Union of Australia is working harder than ever to ensure the future of Australia's seafarers.

This includes high paying seafarer jobs, job security, and that your safety concerns onboard vessels are listened to and acted upon.

Joining the MUA as a seafarer in the maritime shipping industry means being part of a movement that is on track to improving the lives of you and your colleagues on vessels both home and abroad.

Together we are strong, and can do incredible things for the Australian shipping industry. Join the MUA today.

Become a member of the MUA today

Joining the MUA as a seafaring member is one step in the right direction towards enacting positive change in the maritime shipping industry.

We are already holding unscrupulous shipping companies both home and abroad to account, and together we can make sure that the laws of the land are observed on the seas.

We can't do it without your help though. Join the Maritime Union of Australia, and together we can fight for better pay and safety conditions on our vessels.

Become a member today!

Benefits of being a member of the MUA

  • Part of a movement that is actively fighting for better working conditions and improved safety standards
  • A movement that is making sure that all shipping seafarers are paid what they deserve
  • A united front to improve workplace safety on the docks
  • Access to our employee assistance and support services
  • Discounts and savings via the MUA's member benefit scheme

Your local branch for stevedores

Newcastle

406-408 King Street, Newcastle West, NSW 2302
02 4929 2149 [email protected]

Northern Territory

Stokes Hill Wharf, Darwin NT 0800
08 8981 2135 [email protected]

Queensland

73 Southgate Avenue, Cannon Hill, QLD 4170
07 3395 7215 [email protected]

South Australia

65 St Vincent Street, Port Adelaide, SA 5015
08 8447 1779 [email protected]

Southern NSW

64 Darcy Road, Port Kembla, NSW 2505
02 4274 4166 [email protected]

Sydney

Level 1, 365-375 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW 2000
02 9265 8444 [email protected]

Tasmania

Shop 3, 59 Wright Street, East Devonport, TAS 7310
03 6427 8144 [email protected]

Victoria

46-54 Ireland Street, West Melbourne, VIC 3003
03 9329 5477 [email protected]

Western Australia

Level 2, 2-4 Kwong Alley, North Fremantle, WA 6159
08 9335 0500 [email protected]

Latest Stevedoring News from the MUA

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Your Union

The Seaman's Union of Australia and Waterside Workers Federation merge to create the Maritime Union of Australia (1993). The lead-up to the merger saw the Marine Cooks Bakers and Butchers Association (formed in 1908) amalgamated with the SUA in 1983, and the Federated Marine Stewards and Pantrymen's Association merged in 1988. In 1991 the Professional Divers Association also amalgamated with the S.U.A.

Contact

  • 02 9267 9134 extension 0
  • [email protected]
  • Level 2, 365 - 375 Sussex Street,
    Sydney NSW 2000

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Maritime Union of Australia

A Division of the Construction Forestry Maritime and Employees Union.