Australian dock workers seek a 28-hour work week without pay cuts as automation and AI adoption by logistics giant DP World threaten job security across ports.
The push for AI is being led by port logistics giant DP World
Jul 08, 2026
04:21 pm
What's the storyAustralian dock workers are demanding a 28-hour work week without any reduction in pay.
The demand comes as the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation is on the rise across the country's ports.
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