Inco Ships Pty Ltd
Partly passed FWC matter B2026/237 · result published 9 Apr 2026
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Eligible voters11employees on the voter roll
Turnout–see the notice
Voted yes27–91%across the actions
Authorisation windowEndedabout 9 May 2026
Protected action has to start within 30 days of the result being declared, though the FWC can extend that.
What workers voted on
12 actions were put to the vote: 3 stoppages, 8 work bans. 11 of 12 passed.
What was voted onYesNo% yes
1. Stoppages of work of (4) hours duration which may be organised or arranged in consecutive periods10191%✔ passed
2. Stoppages of work of (8) hours duration which may be organised or arranged in consecutive periods8373%✔ passed
3. Stoppages of work of (24) hours duration which may be organised or arranged in consecutive periods8373%✔ passed
4. Ban or periodic ban on the performance of higher duties, except in Emergencies6555%✔ passed
5. Ban on moving shifts to cover planned or unplanned leave9282%✔ passed
6. Ban on data entry or processing administrative `paperwork' except in emergencies to prevent imminent hazards8373%✔ passed
7. Ban on providing access or assistance to contractors except in emergencies8373%✔ passed
8. Ban on working outside position descriptions or undertaking additional tasks10191%✔ passed
9. Ban for an indefinite period on any non-essential maintenance9282%✔ passed
10. Ban on completing bunkers for the Vessel3827%✖ not passed
11. Ban on sailing the vessel Shorthanded9282%✔ passed
12. Ban on extending rosters beyond 3 weeks duration10191%✔ passed
The wording above is shortened from the notice's questions: introductory phrases are removed, and the action, what's affected, how long and any exclusions are kept. A question passes if more than half of the valid votes were yes.