ILA Port Strike Halts East and Gulf Coast Container Operations

The International Longshoremen's Association strike beginning September 30, 2024, has shuttered containerized cargo operations at East and Gulf Coast ports, which handle 60% of U.S. container trade. The work stoppage affects automotive exports, perishable goods (poultry, pork, fruit), agricultural commodities, and retail imports during peak holiday season, with potential ripple effects on supply chains and trade...