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Day: March 16, 2012

Video: ILWU supports Maritime Union of New Zealand

In this 2-minute video, ILWU Local 23 President Scott Mason tells of ILWU’s recent trip to New Zealand to support the Maritime Union of New Zealand, and why the fight at the Ports of Auckland matters to dockworkers around...

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Transpacific shipping lines back new $400 rate rise

Transpacific container shipping companies have recommended a further freight rate rise of $400 per 40-foot unit (FEU) to take effect on April 15, their organisation, the Transpacific Stabilization Agreement (TSA), said on...

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New Long Beach port chief calls for 5% budget cut

The Port of Long Beach’s executive director on Friday called for a harbor budget cut by 5 percent in 2013 over the current fiscal year. J. Christopher Lytle spoke during a special meeting of the Harbor Commission,...

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