04 Jul BIW strikers upbeat, determined after 3 months regarding the picket line. But Andrew Reeves, a sandblaster not used to their work in the shipyard, had been too dedicated to getting settled to produce plans

The task stoppage at Bath Iron Functions continues without having any instant indications of conciliation between administration therefore the shipyard's biggest union, regional S6.

Frank Demers, left, and Colter Leeman of neighborhood S6 hold picket signs across the street from Bath Iron Works as union members continued their strike against the shipyard sunday. Shawn Patrick Ouellette/Staff Photographer

BATH — Months ago, whenever there have been rumblings of a attack, some users of Bath Iron Works’ union that is largest began making preparations. They conserved up money, they found outside jobs. Weeks, possibly months, without work might be in front of them.

But Andrew Reeves, a sandblaster not used to their work during the shipyard, had been too centered on getting settled in order to make plans.

“I desire I became some of those dudes whom saw this coming,” he said through the picket line on afternoon sunday.

Now, after three weeks of striking, Reeves, whom lives in Union, lacks an additional cushion of cost savings or work that is outside tide him over. Still, he indicated faith within the union, to that he owes their livelihood, he claims.

“I’m maybe maybe not concerned after all,” Reeves stated. “I would personallyn’t be around unless we thought we're able to take action.”