A YEAR LATER

A YEAR LATER

Contract negotiations between the International Longshore & Warehouse Union (ILWU) and the employer group Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) have been underway since May 10, 2022, and the union has been operating...

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PORTLAND

PORTLAND

After being shuttered for four years, containerized service is restored to the Port of Portland with SM Line's weekly vessel calls.  All are crossing their fingers for smoother service and union relations....

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY HARRY

HAPPY BIRTHDAY HARRY

We celebrated Harry Bridges' birthday earlier this week.  He is the father of the International Longshore & Warehouse Union (ILWU), and his birthday is an ILWU holiday.  With the exception of EverPort, all...

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ILWU Negotiations

ILWU Negotiations

The West Coast longshore contract expires June 30 of this year.  While negotiations have yet to begin, the logistics community is on pins and needles.  There is concern disruptions will occur as the two sides, ILWU...

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