In a significant development for telecommunications in Trinidad and Tobago, Telecommunications Services of TT (TSTT) has introduced a specialized affinity program offering substantial savings of up to 24% for Communications Workers’ Union (CWU) members, both active and retired. The initiative, unveiled on December 8 at TSTT House in Port of Spain, symbolizes a revitalized collaborative relationship between the company and the union.
The program, developed through close coordination between TSTT’s Business and Consumer Sales team led by Vice President Reyanne Sobers and CWU leadership, provides the most competitive market rates for bundled telecommunications services. These comprehensive packages encompass mobile connectivity, internet access, TV/landline services, and home security solutions.
Speaking at the launch ceremony, TSTT’s Acting CEO Keino Cox emphasized that the initiative transcends conventional commercial offerings. “This affinity plan represents a tangible expression of gratitude,” Cox stated. “It acknowledges the dedicated individuals who maintain our nation’s communications infrastructure—from those climbing poles and monitoring systems to customer service representatives and technology installers, including our valued retirees.”
CWU Secretary General Joanne Oyleer echoed this sentiment, describing the event as “a proud moment” for stakeholder collaboration. She particularly highlighted the symbolic theme ‘Union Connected by TSTT’ and noted the absence of corporate pushback as evidence of the positive trajectory in labor-management relations.
The affinity program forms an integral component of TSTT’s broader corporate transformation strategy, which aims to transition from traditional telecommunications provider to a high-performance technology company while keeping both current and former employees central to this evolution.
TSTT Chairman Kern Dass reinforced this commitment, stating: “This initiative ensures that CWU members directly benefit from our business progress, delivering real value to the homes and lives of those who have built and continue to sustain our organization.”
The plan is now available to all eligible union members and retirees, marking a new chapter of cooperation built on mutual respect and shared purpose between the telecommunications provider and the workers’ union.