Dockworkers Reach Agreement, Averting Second Major Port Strike

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1 year ago

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The **International Longshoremen's Association (ILA)** and the **US Maritime Alliance (USMX)** have finalized a **six-year master contract** to prevent a strike.
The agreement is set to **avoid work stoppages** that were scheduled to begin on **January 15**.
This contract aims to **protect current jobs** while introducing technology to improve safety and efficiency at East and Gulf Coast ports.
Key concerns addressed include **protections against job automation**, which had been a significant issue for the ILA members.
The current contract will remain in effect until the new agreement is **ratified by membership** after review.

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