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Canadian ports in Vancouver and Montreal are set to resume operations after government action ended labor disputes affecting millions in daily trade. Has your supply chain been impacted? Reach out to me – Ascent Global Logistics is ready to help you stay on track. Full details: https://lnkd.in/exCDmWmw #LogisticsNews #TradeUpdate #CanadianEconomy

Canadian ports in Vancouver and Montreal are set to resume operations after government action ended labor disputes affecting millions in daily trade. Has your supply chain been impacted? Reach out to me – Ascent Global Logistics is ready to help you stay on track. Full details: https://lnkd.in/gF7K3jp2 #LogisticsNews #TradeUpdate #CanadianEconomy

Ongoing labour disputes have led to lockouts at both the Montreal and Vancouver ports, with over 1,200 dockworkers currently off the job. This disruption is causing significant delays, diverting goods worth $1.2 billion daily. With imports stalled, Canadians may see rising prices and empty shelves. Business leaders are urging the federal government to mediate, as the port shutdowns impact a broad range of industries and consumers nationwide. Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon has called for a quicker resolution, while the Canadian Chamber of Commerce warns that every day of delay has ripple effects on the economy. #WorldWindLogistics #LogisticsNews #SupplyChain #CanadianPortStrikes https://lnkd.in/gQAZvs-n

The Canadian government has acted decisively to resolve the ongoing labor disputes at major ports in Vancouver, Prince Rupert, and Montreal. These disruptions, which began earlier this month, had halted crucial trade routes, creating widespread congestion across North American supply chains. Labor Minister Steven MacKinnon invoked federal authority to mandate final and binding arbitration, requiring both unions and port operators to resolve their conflicts under enforced terms. This intervention follows a prolonged stalemate that began when union contracts expired in March 2023. Strikes and lockouts had caused significant delays, impacting over $1.3 billion in goods daily, with ripple effects felt across retail, manufacturing, and logistics networks in both Canada and the U.S. With Vancouver and Prince Rupert facilitating 20% of U.S. trade and Montreal serving as a critical hub for cross-border rail shipments, the stakes were high. The Retail Council of Canada emphasized the severe strain on supply chains during the peak holiday season, while American logistics leaders highlighted cascading delays and mounting costs throughout North America. As operations resume under government-mandated arbitration, the focus now shifts to clearing backlogs and restoring normalcy. While essential goods remain available, full recovery for the retail and logistics sectors may take weeks. This event underscores the importance of resilient supply chains and effective crisis management in an increasingly interconnected global trade environment.

Labor disputes at Canada’s #Pacific and #Atlantic ports threaten US$800 million in daily #trade, impacting #SupplyChains across #NorthAmerica. Read more on #MexicoBusinessNews for updates on this and other #Logistics industry insights!

🚨 Canada’s western ports are on lockdown!💼 Over 700 workers from the ILWU Local 514 have been locked out after negotiations stalled. 🤝 With easy rerouting to U.S. ports in the short term, the longer this continues, the bigger the impact on supply chains. 📦⏳ How do you think this will affect prices and shipping times in the coming weeks? Let us know your thoughts! 💬👇 #SupplyChain #PortLockdown https://lnkd.in/gqsYySan

Will your supply chain be impacted by the lockdown of Canada's western ports? The Port of Vancouver moves nearly the same amount of cargo as the country’s next five largest ports combined. In the short term, shippers are likely to shift more volume to ports in Seattle, Oakland, Los Angeles or Long Beach. That's good news for US freight carriers, but is sure to create supply chain disruptions for businesses. https://lnkd.in/gqsYySan #shipping #freight #cargo #supplychain

The market from Asia to the US was stronger than expected in October, owing to tighter capacity and roll pools built up before the Golden Week holiday. Space to US West Coast is very tight, especially to Pacific Southwest (PSW) ports. Vessels to US East Coast are also quite full. Carriers implemented a spot rate increase for November 1, and they are eyeing another increase for November 15. Shippers are looking ahead and planning for the January 15 deadline for the extended US East/Gulf Coast labor negotiations. There are still significant obstacles for the union and employers to overcome, including the divisive automation issue. There is the risk of another port strike should the sides not reach an agreement before the deadline. For more details, check out Rachel Shames' article below. #Shipping #InternationalTrade #MarketUpdate #Pricing #Imports #Exports

The Last Week in Logistics | Week 46 Presented by Robin Transportation Systems Inc.   💼 Port of Montreal Reopens After Labour Dispute The Port of Montreal is resuming operations after a labor dispute that began on October 31. The strike was initiated by longshore workers at two Termont terminals, representing 40% of the port’s cargo volume, who rejected a proposed agreement from the Maritime Employers Association (MEA) and demanded higher wages. The deal offerd was declined, and the MEA imposed a lockout on November 5, halting nearly all activity at the port. Federal Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon intervened on November 7, requesting the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) to order operations to resume and move unresolved issues to binding arbitration. The CIRB has mandated a return to work, and the port will officially reopen on November 16 at 7 a.m.   🌍 BC Ports Also Reopen After Union Lockout Canada’s West Coast ports, crucial to the country’s trade, Have resumed operations as of November 14th after a significant disruption left over 700 foremen locked out for more than a week. Handling $800 million in daily cargo and representing 25% of goods moving through Canada, the shutdown rippled across industries. Businesses faced shipping delays compounded by a partial closure at the Port of Montreal due to a separate labour dispute. The BCMEA cited a 72-hour strike notice by the union as the reason for its "difficult decision" to initiate the lockout. The union criticized the move, calling it "reckless." Intervention by the Canada Industrial Relations Board ordered operations to resume while the dispute remains under review, with a hearing set for November 18.   Stay informed with our latest updates on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram!   👥 Contact Us | 905-612-0755 - [email protected] 🌐 Visit Our Website | https://lnkd.in/gs_aPJnc   #SupplyChain #Shipping #LogisticsSolutions #RobinTransportationSystems #Logistics #FreightForwarding #MEA #BCMEA #PortStrikes #Strike #Port

🚨 US East Coast Port Labor Dispute Alert 🚨 On October 1st, 45,000 union workers may walk off the job at seaports along the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts from Maine to Texas, impacting 36 ports that handle nearly 50% of the US’s ocean imports. This strike could cause weeks-long backlogs at ports, affecting a range of imported goods, and likely driving up shipping costs. If your business relies on these trade routes, Mantoria is ready to help you mitigate these disruptions with alternative logistics solutions including: ✅ Container Reception at Alternate Ports: We can route and receive your containers in other North American ports like Montreal, Halifax or Vancouver, ensuring your goods avoid major bottlenecks. Export shipments can be managed with the same methodology. ✅ Both inbound and outbound break bulk and RoRo cargo can also be routed through Canadian Ports. Mantoria can offer sound advice on how to manage these scenarios. ✅ Final Mile Delivery: Once your containers have been offloaded at these alternate ports, we handle final mile delivery to get your goods to their destination. This includes moving containers in-bond from Canadian ports to the U.S. to avoid clearing your shipments into Canada. ✅ Bonded Transloads: Instead of delivering your containers to destination, we can destuff your containers in-bond, and reload onto bonded truck for final mile delivery to the U.S. Contact our team at Mantoria to stay ahead and work through supply chain disruptions by phone or email at [email protected]. #MantoriaTeam #PortStrike #SupplyChainSolutions #Logistics #FinalMileDelivery https://hubs.li/Q02Rmlr70