Seamen's union strike in Montevideo to disrupt port operations

The seamen's union in Uruguay’s Montevideo has called for an indefinite nationwide strike from today in protest of proposed changes to the pension system in the country.

PHOTO: View of Uruguay’s Montevideo port. Getty Images

The strike is largely concentrated around the Montevideo port area, but pilot services from the Recalada pilot station off Argentina and Uruguay could also be affected as they bring vessels in and out of Montevideo, Antares Ship Agents says. The strike is likely to affect inbound vessels, while outbound vessels may be able to disembark pilots at the Recalada station, the agency says.

Some pilots could also be able to board vessels at the Recalada pilot station, the agency says.

Other workers unions across Uruguay have also launched strikes in recent days, according to local media reports. Among other changes, the country's proposed pension reforms include a gradual increase in the retirement age from 60 to 65.

By Debarati Bhattacharjee

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