Finance · 01/09/2025
East Coast Dockworkers Maritime Alliance Agree on Sixyear Contract
The International Longshoremen's Association in the U.S. has reached a preliminary six-year contract agreement with the American Maritime Association, averting a large-scale strike that could impact major ports on the East Coast. This agreement aims to protect workers' rights, maintain economic stability, and promote modernization of ports while enhancing job opportunities.
Culture · 01/09/2025
US Dockworkers Employers Strike Deal to Avert Supply Chain Disruption
The International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) representing dock workers on the East Coast and Gulf Coast of the U.S. has reached a new six-year agreement with employers USMX. This deal addresses automation concerns and ensures supply chain stability, thus averting a potential strike. The agreement lays a secure foundation for future port operations, promoting further modernization and job opportunities.