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...
Operations professionals managing global supply chains know that port disruptions, such as Japan's port strike, can derail production schedules and inflate costs overnight. Recent developments in Japan illustrate this reality perfectly—while a months-long labor...
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...
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...
At SGL, we know that time is precious, especially for those navigating the fast-moving world of logistics. That’s why we’re excited to introduce The SGL Supply Chain 60, a new series delivering the latest logistics news and developments in just one minute. With a...
The logistics and supply chain industries have been closely monitoring labor negotiations between the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX). For months, concerns about potential strikes and work stoppages on the...
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,...
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...
To the relief of many. on July 13, the International Longshore and Warehouse Union Canada and the B.C. Maritime Employers Association agreed to a tentative four-year deal ending a 13 day port strike. Written recommendations were requested from a federal mediator in...
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...
