Amid a looming japan port strike, the 2026 spring labor negotiations in the country's port sector reached a settlement on April 28, prompting the resumption of central collective bargaining between labor and management. A tentative agreement on improving working...
Introduction to General Average: Why it’s Critical in Maritime Shipping In the world of maritime shipping, few concepts are as critical yet as misunderstood as General Average. This centuries-old principle of maritime law can have far-reaching and financial and...
Last week, we shared the details on a Port Strike impacting Japanese ports by the National Council of Dockworkers' Unions of Japan (Zenkoku-Kowan) due to the urgent need to secure substantial wage increases and accelerate negotiations on sector-wide labor system...
The Port of Seattle has been a crucial hub for international trade, regional economic growth, and innovation since its establishment in 1911. Various organizations and facilities operate within the Port, including airlines at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and...
Port operations across Japan came to a halt as unionized dockworkers launched a nationwide strike, marking the country’s first such industrial action in six years. The workers are demanding higher wages amid rising living costs. The strikes are being led jointly by...
Nestled on the north bank of the Rio Grande, Laredo, TX, has grown from a modest settlement founded in 1755 into a pivotal hub for global commerce. Known today as the busiest trade hub in the United States, the Port of Laredo bridges two nations and enables billions...
The clock is ticking as a potential strike looms over East and Gulf Coast ports, with the deadline just ahead on January 15, 2025. Negotiations between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) remain fraught,...
Imagine a bustling seaport, a vital artery in the national logistics network, suddenly disrupted by an unexpected tragedy. Such was the case with the Port of Baltimore, a key component of Baltimore Harbor, when the Key Bridge collapsed in March 2024, sending...
The ongoing strike at Canadian ports in British Columbia is significantly impacting logistics operations across the region. Initiated by ILWU Canada Local 514, the labor stoppage began on November 4 at 8:00 AM and was quickly met with a lockout by the British Columbia...
The US port strike has arrived at a time when the world’s supply chains are already strained. What are the implications of this significant event for importers and supply chain managers? Let's analyze this complex situation and discover strategies to mitigate its...
Amid a looming japan port strike, the 2026 spring labor negotiations in the country's port sector reached a settlement on April 28, prompting the resumption of central collective...
In the aftermath of the April 20 Earthquake in Japan, our first thoughts are with the people of Iwate, Aomori, Miyagi, and Fukushima. Earthquake and tsunami events of this...
UPDATE — April 28, 2026: Japan's 2026 spring port labor negotiations reached a settlement today. The tentative agreement cancels the previously announced night cargo handling...
