Transnet has warned of plans by the SA Transport Workers’ Union to down tools on November 3.
In a statement released to stakeholders, the transport utility has said that it regards the planned action as unprotected because the union has not complied with compulsory prerequisites for a lawful protest, which include a structured process conducted by Nedlac.
Satawu has been given a deadline of October 27 (today) to provide a written undertaking that it will not embark on the protest action and will not encourage others to do so.
The logistics company has warned that should the strike go ahead, the ‘no-work-no-pay’ principle will apply and disciplinary action against participating employees may be taken.
“Contingency plans are being put in place in the event of the Satawu leadership continuing with its action and Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) remains committed to resolving any possible disruptions by instituting the appropriate plans,” Timothy Keit, TPT’s head of business development said.
