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The ILA Thanks Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee for his Support
From midnight on October 1st to October 3rd, 2024, we stood together on the picket lines, united in a fight for fairness, justice, and the future of our jobs. Our demands were simple yet vital: no automation in our contract and fair wages for the hard work that keeps our ports—and our economy—running smoothly. This …
A Message of Unity and Progress
Dear Members of the International Longshoremen’s Association, It has come to my attention that there may be some confusion surrounding the recent agreement reached in our master contract negotiations. I understand that for many of you, this process may feel unfamiliar, and I want to provide some clarity. As has always been the case, the …
Joint Statement Regarding Master Contract
NORTH BERGEN, NJ – (October 3, 2024) The International Longshoremen’s Association and the United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd. have reached a tentative agreement on wages and have agreed to extend the Master Contract until January 15, 2025 to return to the bargaining table to negotiate all other outstanding issues. Effective immediately, all current job actions will …
Victory Through Solidarity
Brothers and Sisters of the ILA, It is with immense pride that I address you today, following the tentative resolution of the strike we initiated on October 1. Our demands were clear: protections against automation, and wages and benefits that reflect what we truly deserve. Over the past several days, your solidarity has been nothing …
Houston City Controller Chris Hollins Stands in Support of ILA Strike
We are honored to have the backing of Houston City Controller Chris Hollins as we continue our strike in pursuit of fair wages, benefits, and against automation with respect for all longshore workers. Hollins, a long-time advocate for working families, attended the strike and shared his heartfelt support for the members of the International Longshoremen’s …
Congressional Labor Caucus “Stands in Solidarity with ILA Workers In Their Fight For A Fair Contract
NORTH BERGEN, NJ (October 2, 2024) The Congressional Labor Caucus in Washington announced its full support and solidarity with the 85,000 members of the International Longshoremen’s Association and their strike at all Atlantic and Gulf Coast Ports against United States Maritime Alliance. “We stand in solidarity with the ILA workers in their fight for a …
Acting U.S. Labor Secretary Julie Su Says Giant Shipping Magnates Should Share Their Economic Success With ILA Longshore Workers
NORTH BERGEN, NJ – (October 2, 2024). Acting U.S. Labor Secretary Julie Su said in a statement released yesterday calling for parties to get back to the negotiating table that “giant shipping magnates acknowledge that if they can make record profits, their workers should share in that economic success.” “The 85,000 members of the International Longshoremen’s …
ILA President Harold J. Daggett Rallies Members in Port Newark/Elizabeth Strike Demanding Wage Increases and No Automation
NORTH BERGEN, NJ (October 1, 2024) At the stroke of midnight on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) President Harold J. President Harold J. Daggett joined thousands of fellow members outside the gates at Maher Terminal in Port Elizabeth, New Jersey and launched the first coastwide strike in the ILA in nearly a …
ILA Donates $100k To Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts As It Launches Fund Raising Campaign With Its Locals
NORTH BERGEN, NJ (October 2, 2024) The International Longshoremen’s Association today announced that it is donating $100,000 to the American Red Cross “Hurricane Helene Relief” fund and is asking its locals join in this fundraising campaign. “Recent hurricanes have caused significant devastation, affecting countless families and communities along our coastlines,” ILA President Harold Daggett wrote …