<p>Well, one of the big differences between MM&P (Masters, Mates and Pilots) and MEBA (Marine Engineers Beneficial Association) and the AMO is that MM&P/MEBA contracts are better. We make more money and have better work rules than our AMO counterparts.</p>
<p>Next is union leadership… While Im not in total agreement with our union president Captain Brown he is far better than the AMOs Michael McKay. I cant speak about the MEBA leadership.</p>
<p><a href=“http://www.maritimetrades.org/article.php?sid=38&s2id=42&pid=271[/url]”>http://www.maritimetrades.org/article.php?sid=38&s2id=42&pid=271</a> (Captain Tim Brown)</p>
<p><a href=“http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_McKay_(labor_leader)[/url]”>http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_McKay_(labor_leader)</a></p>
<p>As Master, I dont become part of management. However I am the direct representative of the company and as such Im responsible for managing and protecting the companys interests in all phases of vessel operations. </p>
<p>I would assume Masters and all officers are part of management at non-union companies.</p>