Kenya Pipeline issues statement as oil workers strike notice

Kenya Pipeline Company PLC (KPC) has confirmed receiving a strike notice from the Kenya Petroleum Oil Workers Union (KPOWU) as the two parties continue discussions over issues affecting unionisable employees.

In a statement, the company acknowledged a press conference held by the union on Saturday, October 10, saying it had taken note of the issues raised by the union in its strike notice.

“Kenya Pipeline Company PLC has noted a press conference held earlier today by the Kenya Petroleum Oil Workers Union (KPOWU), portions of which have been carried by various media outlets,” the statement read.

KPC confirmed that it had formally received the union’s strike notice, signalling a potential industrial dispute as negotiations between the two sides continue.

“KPC further confirms that it is in receipt of a strike notice issued by the Union and has taken note of the matters raised therein,” the statement added.

KPC maintained that it was committed to meeting its contractual obligations to employees and adhering to the legal framework governing labour relations. 

The company said it would continue to respect the terms agreed upon with unionisable employees under their Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

“KPC is committed to respecting and fully implementing the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and complying with all applicable labour laws governing its relationship with unionisable employees,” the statement further read.

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KPC also emphasised the importance of maintaining a working relationship with KPOWU, arguing that resolving the dispute through established channels would serve the interests of employees, the company and the public.

“The Company values its long-standing relationship with the Union and believes that the interests of employees, the Company and the public are best served through established industrial relations mechanisms and constructive engagement,” the statement noted.

KPC disclosed that negotiations with the union were still ongoing, with some discussions facilitated by third parties, including the Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE).

“Discussions between Management and the Union remain ongoing, including engagements facilitated by third parties such as the Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE),” the statement read.

KPC urged the parties to continue using the existing engagement mechanisms to address the outstanding issues, expressing reservations about public exchanges as a means of resolving the dispute.

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