Summary of Largest port on U.S. East Coast, New York/New Jersey, begins prepping for what could be first union strike since 1977
Summary of Largest port on U.S. East Coast, New York/New Jersey, begins prepping for what could be first union strike since 1977
The Port of New York/New Jersey has begun preparations for a potential complete work stoppage by the International Longshoreman's Association (ILA), which represents over 85,000 longshoremen. The strike would shut down five of the 10 busiest ports in North America and 36 ports along the East and Gulf Coasts. The union has moved closer to the Oct. 1 deadline for a new contract, and talks with port ownership have broken down.
quoting nevent1q…73njLargest port on U.S. East Coast, New York/New Jersey, begins prepping for what could be first union strike since 1977
A deadline of Oct. 1 for a new deal between port workers and ownership is approaching, and after talks broke down during the summer, tensions are high.
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The Port of New York/New Jersey has begun preparations for a potential complete work stoppage by the International Longshoreman's Association (ILA), which represents over 85,000 longshoremen. The strike would shut down five of the 10 busiest ports in North America and 36 ports along the East and Gulf Coasts. The union has moved closer to the Oct. 1 deadline for a new contract, and talks with port ownership have broken down.