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  • Air Transport August 17, 2016

    SM Cargo Agents Vote Yes for IAM Representation

    Seeking improved working conditions, a better quality of life for their families and fairness on the job, approximately 250 SM Freight Cargo workers today became the newest members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM). The National Mediation Board conducted the election, with 81 percent of employees voting in favor of IAM

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  • Air Transport , iMail , News August 10, 2016

    NMB Certifies IAM as Representative at McGee Air Services

    The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) announced that the National Mediation Board (NMB) certified the union as the bargaining representative for the Fleet and Passenger Service class and craft at McGee Air Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Alaska Air Group. “In less than a month, the hardworking McGee ramp workers

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  • Air Transport August 4, 2016

    TWU-IAM Association, American Airlines Agree to Industry Best Wage Hikes for 30,000 Ground Workers, Negotiations Continue

    Washington, D.C., August 5, 2016–The TWU-IAM Association today announced it has reached an interim agreement with American Airlines to provide approximately 30,000 ground workers industry-leading wage rates, a lump sum payment and retirement improvements. Both sides will continue joint contract negotiations to resolve outstanding issues. “Association members at American Airlines will receive the industry-best wages

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  • Air Transport , iMail , News July 26, 2016

    Martinez Announces Rother as Transportation Department Communications Representative

    International President Bob Martinez today announced the appointment of Larry Rother as Transportation Department Communications Representative. A 20-year member of the Communications Workers of America (CWA), Brother Rother’s experience is rooted in both the labor movement and private sector communications. Rother coordinated Verizon strike communications for the Communications Workers of America (CWA), leading to a

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  • Air Transport July 20, 2016

    Machinists Union Achieves Recognition and First Contract at McGee Air Services

    The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) today announced it reached agreement on a first contract and a voluntary recognition agreement for approximately 25 Fleet Service workers at McGee Air Services, an Alaska Air Group ground handling subsidiary. McGee Air Services commenced operations today in Phoenix, performing all ramp service work previously done

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