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News / German dock workers mull 'final offer' from port operators, after 'difficult' talks

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The Central Assocation of German Seaport Operators (ZDS) has submitted a final offer to port workers associated with trade union ver.di, but if they reject the offer, further port strikes could coincide with the traditional peak season.

After a “difficult” fourth round of negotiations in Bremen ...

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