DOLE Issues Work Stoppage Order vs. MV June Aster Operator Over Safety Violations
The Philippine Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has issued a work stoppage order against six vessels operated by Atienza InterIsland Ferries Inc. following a fatal fire on the MV June Aster, citing labor policy violations including the absence of safety programs.
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