Port strike warnings for the East and Gulf Coast
By Brittney Sherman
The existing contract between maritime employes, represented by the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX), and the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) will expire on September 30, 2024. Negotiations are currently at a standstill, mainly attributed to the implementation of gate automation and a lack of recognition for longshoremen’s contributions during the pandemic. With the potential of a supply chain disruption growing stronger every day, retailers are placing bulk orders earlier than usual to sidetrack any delivery delays during the holiday season.
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