Nautical Term: CBA
Definition of CBA
A Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) refers to a binding contract between the management of a ship or a maritime organization, and a labor union or group of employees, outlining the terms and conditions of employment.
For instance, consider a CBA between the management of a shipping company and a union representing the ship’s crew. The CBA may include provisions related to wages, hours of work, working conditions, job security, training, grievance procedures, and health and safety measures.
In a single paragraph, the CBA might state: The parties agree to a Collective Bargaining Agreement effective as of [date]. The term of this Agreement shall be [number] months. The wages for crew members shall be as follows: [list wages for various crew positions]. Working hours shall be from [time] to [time], except in cases of emergency or operational requirements. The parties agree to the provisions outlined in this Agreement, which shall be binding upon all parties involved.
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