Jun 5, 2014
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Two trade unions representing workers who operate oil drilling rigs reached a deal with the Norwegian Shipowners' Association, averting a strike after similar negotiations with other oil sector workers broke down in recent weeks. The unions were pleased with the overall financial settlement.
Two trade unions representing workers who operate oil drilling rigs reached a deal with the Norwegian Shipowners' Association, averting a strike after similar negotiations with other oil sector workers broke down in recent weeks. The unions were pleased with the overall financial settlement. Three rounds of talks with other types of oil workers - platform workers, oil services employees and those operating onshore supply bases - have broken down. These are heading for state mediation in the coming weeks.
English: http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/05/28/norway-oil-wagetalks ...
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