Why strike action by ILA dockworkers at US East and Gulf Coast ports will have global ramifications

August 15, 2024 00:04:51
Why strike action by ILA dockworkers at US East and Gulf Coast ports will have global ramifications
The Freight Buyers' Club
Why strike action by ILA dockworkers at US East and Gulf Coast ports will have global ramifications

Aug 15 2024 | 00:04:51

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Show Notes

In this extended clip from #EP23 of The Freight Buyers' Club, hosted by industry veteran Mike King and produced with the support of Dimerco Express Group, Lars Jensen, one of the world’s foremost container shipping and supply chain analysts, explains why any union action at US East Coast and Gulf Coast ports will have global ramifications.

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