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Longshoremen's Union Reaches Tentative Deal to Prevent Strike

ILA and USMX finalize a six-year contract amid concerns over automation, receiving support from President-elect Trump during negotiations.

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  1. They did it again! Ports reach deal to stop strike, potential shortages and inflation

    This agreement protects current ILA jobs and establishes a framework for implementing technologies that will create more jobs while modernizing East and Gulf coasts ports – making them safer and more efficient, and creating the capacity they need to keep our supply chains strong.

    They did it again! Ports reach deal to stop strike, potential shortages and inflation

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  2. Dockworkers union chief calls Trump ‘hero’ after reaching deal to avert strike

    "President Trump clearly demonstrated his unwavering support for our ILA union and longshore workers with his statement ‘heard round the world’ backing our position to protect American longshore jobs against the ravages of automated terminals."

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  3. US longshoremen reach tentative deal with ports and shippers to avert strike

    This is a win-win agreement that creates ILA jobs, supports American consumers and businesses, and keeps the American economy the key hub of the global marketplace.

    US longshoremen reach tentative deal with ports and shippers to avert strike

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  4. US dockworkers struck a deal with their employers, averting a strike that could have crippled shipping

    This agreement protects current ILA jobs and establishes a framework for implementing technologies that will create more jobs while modernizing East and Gulf coast ports — making them safer and more efficient, and creating the capacity they need to keep our supply chains strong.

    US dockworkers struck a deal with their employers, averting a strike that could have crippled shipping

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  5. Dockworkers union, port companies reach tentative 6-year deal

    This agreement protects current ILA jobs and establishes a framework for implementing technologies that will create more jobs while modernizing East and Gulf coasts ports — making them safer and more efficient, and creating the capacity they need to keep our supply chains strong.

    Dockworkers union, port companies reach tentative 6-year deal

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  6. Union dockworkers, port employers announce tentative deal at East Coast and Gulf ports

    This is a win-win agreement that creates ILA jobs, supports American consumers and businesses, and keeps the American economy the key hub of the global marketplace.

    Union dockworkers, port employers announce tentative deal at East Coast and Gulf ports

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  7. Dockworkers reach tentative deal with ports and shippers, averting a potential strike

    This is a win-win agreement that creates ILA jobs, supports American consumers and businesses, and keeps the American economy the key hub of the global marketplace.

    Dockworkers reach tentative deal with ports and shippers, averting a potential strike

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  8. Dockworkers and port operators strike labor deal, again dodging strike

    This agreement protects current ILA jobs and establishes a framework for implementing technologies that will create more jobs while modernizing East and Gulf coasts ports – making them safer and more efficient, and creating the capacity they need to keep our supply chains strong.

    Dockworkers and port operators strike labor deal, again dodging strike

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  9. Longshoremen reach tentative agreement with ports, shippers, averting a potential strike

    Wednesday’s agreement came a day after the two sides resumed negotiations. “This is a win-win agreement that creates ILA jobs, supports American consumers and businesses, and keeps the American economy the key hub of the global marketplace,” they said in the statement.

    Longshoremen reach tentative agreement with ports, shippers, averting a potential strike

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  10. New Port Strike Averted as Union, Employers Reach Deal

    This agreement protects current ILA jobs and establishes a framework for implementing technologies that will create more jobs while modernizing East and Gulf coast ports – making them safer and more efficient, and creating the capacity they need to keep our supply chains strong.

    New Port Strike Averted as Union, Employers Reach Deal

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Updated: Jan 9th, 2025, 3:25 PM ET

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The International Longshoremen's Association and U.S. Maritime Alliance announced a tentative six-year contract, averting a potential strike. The deal addresses job security amid automation fears, receiving praise from President-elect Trump. Union President Harold Daggett emphasized Trump's support as crucial in the negotiations. While details are undisclosed pending member ratification, the agreement aims to modernize East and Gulf Coast ports while protecting jobs. Economists warn a strike could have significantly impacted the U.S. economy, as these ports handle a substantial portion of shipping containers in the country.


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