East Coast Protests, Shipping Logistics, Supply Chain

ILA Port Strike Ends

The ILA port strike has ended after days of protests by 45,000 dockworkers from key East and Gulf Coast ports. With their contract expired and months of stalled negotiations on wages and automation, the walkouts severely impacted international shipping.

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East Coast Protests, Shipping Logistics, Supply Chain

East Coast Port Protest Continuing

The ILA dockworkers have gone on strike at East and Gulf Coast ports as of October 1st, after negotiations with the U.S. Maritime Alliance stalled. They’re fighting for fair wages and protections against port automation, which threatens their jobs. As the strike continues, the impact on shipping and various industries is growing.

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East Coast Protests, Economic trends, Shipping Logistics

ILA Doubling Down On Threats

Tensions are mounting as the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) threatens a strike on October 1st over unresolved negotiations with the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX). The ILA is demanding a 32% wage hike, higher pensions, and is pushing back against port automation. With talks at a standstill since June, the risk of disruption looms large.

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