CEWEZ
General SupportCewez vzw – the Central Organisation of Employers in Zeebrugge – is the only body officially recognised by Royal Decree for employers hiring dock workers in the ports of Zeebrugge-Bruges, Ostend and Nieuwpoort. Membership with Cewez vzw is mandatory for all employers in order to comply with the Codex and labour and social security legislation. Cewez vzw offers dock workers support in personnel administration, training, workwear and safety-related matters. In addition to its role as a social service office for dock workers, Cewez vzw also facilitates social dialogue between employers and trade unions through joint social bodies.