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USMX chief to meet at White House as port strike deadline looms

The Biden administration may finally be looking to take a firmer hand in stalled talks between the ILA and maritime employers with an expected strike just days away.

USMX chief meets with Biden administration officials as port strike deadline looms

The White House may finally be looking to take a firmer hand in stalled talks between the ILA and maritime employers with an expected strike just days away.

Zim to gain slot rights on MSC's India network for US loads

Israel-based Zim said its new alliance with MSC will offer customers extensive port reach and enhanced service levels.

Weeklong ILA strike would tie up about 2% of global shipping capacity: HSBC

The global bank also said in a report that West Coast ports would only be able to handle less than 20% of cargo diverted from the East and Gulf coasts, while Mexico and Canada would offer almost no relief.

PNW ports say ready for strike-linked cargo diversions from East, Gulf coasts

Pacific Northwest ports and their terminal operators say they are positioned to handle an extended period of discretionary cargo diversions if a strike by ILA dockworkers begins next week.

USMX tries to force ILA back to contract talks with NLRB complaint

Ocean carriers and marine terminals allege the International Longshoremen’s Association is violating US labor law by refusing to return to contract negotiations that haven’t been held since June.

EAPA Consolidated Case 7856: Various Importers (Notice of Determination as to Evasion, September 19, 2024)

EAPA Action: Notice of Determination as to Evasion for EAPA Consolidated Case 7856 – Mattresses 

WASHINGTON— On September 19, 2024, CBP issued the notice of determination as to evasion for EAPA consolidated case 7856 filed by Zinus USA Inc.,…

Zim becomes first carrier to commit to reopened Leatherman terminal

The $1 billion facility at the Port of Charleston has sat largely idle since its opening in 2021 amid a protracted dispute with the ILA over control of crane operator jobs.