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Happy New Years 2026 Ship Channel Photo
December 31, 2025
District

New Year’s Message from ILA SAGCD President

Dear Friends, Did anyone see 2025 go by? What a year it has been. Our historic contract stands at the top of a long list of significant moments in 2025—a testament to the strength, unity, and resolve of the men and women of the International Longshoremen’s Association. Along the way, we lost some good friends …

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Merry Christmas text on decorative port image with snow and ornament with ILA SAGCD logo
December 24, 2025
District

2025 Christmas Message from ILA SAGCD President

Holiday Message from President Alan Robb Dear Friends, “I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord”. * This season of joy provides us with an opportunity to pause and reflect, …

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ILA Local 1423 Christmas Party 2025 Photo Collage
December 10, 2025
District, Local

ILA Local 1423 Honors Retirees at Annual Christmas Celebration

On Saturday, December 6, 2025, ILA Local 1423 in Brunswick, Georgia hosted its annual Christmas Party — honoring retirees from both Brunswick and Savannah to a warm and festive celebration. The event brought together generations of longshore workers to honor the men and women whose dedication, sacrifice, and commitment helped shape the ILA we know …

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Happy Thanksgiving text with ILA Logo on top of collage of photos of ILA members
November 25, 2025
District

Thanksgiving 2025 Message from our ILA South Atlantic and Gulf Coast District President

Thanksgiving Message to the ILA Membership from ILA SAGCD President Alan Robb November 25, 2025 Brothers and Sisters, As we gather with our families and loved ones this Thanksgiving, I want to take a moment to speak directly from the heart to the proud men and women of the International Longshoremen’s Association. Every day, you …

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Flag waving in background of Happy Veterans Day message from ILA South Atlantic and Gulf Coast District
November 11, 2025
District

Veteran’s Day Message from Alan Robb, our ILA South Atlantic and Gulf Coast District President

November 11, 2025 Brothers and Sisters, As we pause this Veterans Day, I want to take a moment to honor and thank the brave men and women who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States. Their courage, sacrifice, and unbreakable spirit have preserved the freedoms and opportunities that make our nation great. …

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Two ILA workers handling breakbulk behind Happy Labor Day text
August 28, 2025
District

Labor Day 2025 Message from our ILA South Atlantic and Gulf Coast District President

Dear Brothers and Sisters of the ILA, As I reflect on this year, it feels like only yesterday that we stood united to ratify our historic Master Agreement. Now, here we are at Labor Day—a day that reminds us why our solidarity matters. Because of our unity, determination, and leadership, the men and women of …

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ILA Women's Conference 2026
July 30, 2025
District

The 3rd Bi-Annual ILA Women’s Maritime Conference 2026 Registration is Open

We are proud to announce the 3rd Bi-Annual ILA Women’s Maritime Conference, happening March 5–8, 2026 in Jacksonville, Florida! This empowering event brings together the incredible women of the ILA to connect, learn, and lead the future of the maritime industry. This year’s theme is “Anchored In Strength United In Purpose.” With the rising number …

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New Orleans ILA Local 2036
July 25, 2025
District, Local, News

ILA Local 2036 Reaches Groundbreaking Agreement that Secures a Six-Year Contract at the Port of New Orleans!

BIG NEWS OUT OF NEW ORLEANS: 
ILA Local 2036 Maintenance & Repair has reached a groundbreaking agreement that secures a strong six-year contract at the Port of New Orleans! Led by President Blaine Ehrlich, the local successfully finalized a deal that not only locks in labor stability but also delivers meaningful improvements that put members …

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ILA Local 24 Houston Mural Havoc Media Design
July 8, 2025
District, Local

“Unity Along the Houston Waterfront” Mural Unveiled at ILA Local 24

A new large-scale mural by Antonio Reonegro and Tom Lynch of HAVOC Media Design continues the visual legacy of union labor in Houston. HOUSTON, TX — July 4, 2025 — Local 24 of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) will unveil Unity Along the Houston Waterfront, a 16-foot by 8-foot hand-painted mural created by artists Antonio …

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Fourth of July Independence Day 2025
July 3, 2025
District

4th of July Message from our ILA South Atlantic and Gulf Coast District President

4th of July Message from our ILA – South Atlantic and Gulf Coast President Dear Friends: Less than a month ago, June 19, we celebrated the epitome of liberty, the commemoration of the abolishment of slavery in the United States via the very tardy announcement in Texas. On July 4th, we celebrate the birth of …

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Juneteenth Freedom Day 2025
June 19, 2025
District, News

Juneteenth Letter from ILA SAGCD President Alan Robb

Juneteenth Letter from ILA South Atlantic and Gulf Coast District President Dear Friends, June 19th is recognized as a national holiday commemorating the 1865 announcement in Galveston, Texas that President Abraham Lincoln had abolished slavery two-and one-half years earlier, September 22, 1862, effective January 1, 1863. 162 years after the Emancipation Proclamation and 160 years …

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Scholarship Fund Jacksonville Florida
June 2, 2025
District

Scholarship Fund Named for Port Union Marks 30 Years of Giving in Jacksonville

In honor of the 30th Anniversary of the ILA Local 1408 Scholarship Fund, the founding chairman and ILA SAGCD Executive Vice President Emeritus, Charles F. Spencer, recently shared his insights as a guest columnist for the Jacksonville Florida Times-Union, highlighting the fund’s legacy and continued importance. Click below to read the article:

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