Australia dock workers call for 28-hour week in AI talks
Summary
Australian dock workers want to work only 28 hours a week without losing pay because new technology like artificial intelligence (AI) and automation might cut jobs at ports. The union says the company DP World is using AI to run the ports and schedule work, which threatens many jobs.Key Facts
- Australian dock workers demand a 28-hour work week with the same pay.
- DP World, a port company, is introducing AI and automation at Australian ports.
- The Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) says this technology puts workers' jobs at risk.
- A study says over 60% of the dock and maintenance workforce (about 1,000 jobs) could be affected.
- DP World wants to use AI to manage work schedules, remote-control cranes, and driverless vehicles.
- Current dock worker hours are between 32 and 35 hours a week, depending on the location.
- DP World is a major global port operator based in Dubai and controls about 10% of the world’s container traffic.
- The union requests that technology improvements benefit workers without hurting their jobs or income.
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