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South African mining giant Anglo American Platinum says it is suing a trade union for damages and losses suffered over the past three-week work stoppage.
Amplats spokesperson, Mpumi Sithole says the company is suffering damages arising from the failure by the Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union to maintain control of the strike.
The world's top platinum miner is seeking a payment of 591-million rand for property damaged by striking AMCU members, who it says have failed to adhere to picketing rules.
Sithole says the amount will also compensate for increased costs to pay security staff overtime and for the loss of production.
Sapa reports that the case was filed with the High Court in Pretoria on Friday.
AMCU secretary general Jeff Mpahlele said he was unaware of any litigation against the union.
Tens of thousands of platinum mining workers have downed tools since January 23 at Amplats, Impala Platinum and Lonmin - demanding an entry-level monthly wage of R12 500.
