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M.E.B.A. Telex Times for July 11, 2024

In this issue//Unions Urge NATO to Invest in Merchant Marine//GAO Report on Increasing NOAA Mariner Recruitment-Retention//Congressional Maritime Roundtable//M.E.B.A. Vessel Averts Attack//Updated Mariners Passport Renewal Procedures//Unions Power America Contest & Sweepstakes//Poppy Seeds Could Play Havoc on Drug Tests//Keep Contact Info Updated//Beryl Knocks Out Power at Houston Hall//

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Coalition Calls for NATO to Strengthen Merchant Marine

A consortium of maritime unions, including the M.E.B.A., has released a joint appeal for NATO to boost funding for the Merchant Marine, emphasizing its essential role in countering emerging threats and safeguarding nations during crises.

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M.E.B.A. Telex Times for July 4, 2024

In this issue//New Agreement with Boston Marine Transport//M.E.B.A. Vessels Supporting MSC RIMPAC Exercise//Space Still Available for Upcoming CMES Courses//Another ‘LNG As a Fuel’ Course Added//Updated MMC Format//FOC Loses Power in Port of Baltimore//Keep Your Contact Info Current//West Coast Halls Closed Tomorrow//Sign Up for Wednesday’s Online HQ Meeting//

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M.E.B.A. Telex Times for June 27, 2024

In this issue//Solidarity with ILA, Retailers Nervous//MedCert Application Backlog//ITF Calls for Measures to Protect Seafarers//Cargo Imports on the Rise//Fewer Containers Being Lost//Celebrate America with Unions//Update Your Latest Info//Hall Closings Next Week for Holidays//

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M.E.B.A. Telex Times for June 20, 2024

In this issue//ITC Conference at CMES//APL Brings in Newbuild//M.E.B.A. Supporting ILA//Houthis Step Up Attacks//Costs from Rerouting Away from Houthis//Matson Names Forthcoming Newbuilds//Garamendi Wants CA Offshore Wind Projects to be American//Balt. Port Back in Business//Keep Contact Info Current//

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M.E.B.A. Telex Times for June 13, 2024

In this issue//Cadets, M.E.B.A. Crew Aid in Rescue of Distressed Mariners//Cal Maritime Considering Merger//M.E.B.A. Expresses Sympathy for Fallen SIU VP//Panama Canal Increasing Transits//Bill to End Forced Workplace Arbitrations//Leroy Koehler Disc Golf Tournament This Weekend//Report Details Pro-Worker NLRB Agenda//Make Sure Your Contact Info is On File//

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M.E.B.A. Telex Times for June 6, 2024

In this issue//Army May Retire Pre-Pro Ship Program//WSF Puts Out Bids for Hybrid-Electric Builders//Space Available for CMES Courses//D-Day Monument for Merchant Marine//M.E.B.A. Input at Mariner Work-Life Symposium//Baltimore Port Reopening//ITF Inspectors Recover Record Amount of Unpaid Mariner Wages//Members Urged to Keep Current//Update Your Contact Info//

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M.E.B.A. Telex Times for May 30, 2024

In this issue//APL Welcomes Newbuild//FOC Country List Increases//Best Feeders in MSC Fleet//M.E.B.A. Nomination Period Begins on Monday//Above Average Atlantic Hurricane Season Predicted//Iconic Snug Harbor Statue Relocated to SUNY/Seafarer Healthcare Questionnaire//

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M.E.B.A. Telex Times for May 23, 2024

In this issue//National Maritime Day//Navy Secretary Embraces Maritime Strategy Recommendations//OSG Representation Election//Saltchuk Acquires OSG//M.E.B.A. Partners with Women Offshore Program//Transport Leaders Discuss Policy//ITF Questionnaire//Important Election Info//Memorial Day//

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M.E.B.A. Telex Times for May 16, 2024

In this issue//ALADS in DC for National Police Week//ILA Upbeat Ahead of Contract Talks//NTSB Says DALI Suffered Blackouts While Still in Port//PASS Applauds Passage of FAA Bill//Members Urged to Stay Current//Last Chance for Applicants to Make Membership Until December//

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