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Negotiations Update

To Avoid Strike, Both Sides Should Commit to Reaching Agreement

A strike would have serious consequences for the nation’s economy as well as for ILA members, making it more important than ever that the both sides work to reach an agreement. Read More »

USMX is committed to reaching agreement on a new contract with the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) without any disruption in operations at the 14 East and Gulf Coast ports from Boston to Houston. Learn More

Fast Facts

Economic Impact

The longshore industry plays a vital role in the flow of international trade and commerce and provides 14,500 jobs for ILA members and accounts for more than half a million additional jobs directly related to the shipping industry.

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Employee Compensation

Longshore workers on the East and Gulf Coasts are among the best paid union workers in U.S., with ILA members receiving an average of $124,138 a year in wages and benefits.

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Container Royalties

Container royalties to the ILA and their workers totaled $211 million in 2011, though the original reason for the royalties – to protect ILA members from loss of work – has long been forgotten.

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Fast Facts About USMX

USMX members include 24 container carriers, every major marine terminal operator and port associations on the East and Gulf Coasts.

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USMX Updates

Dec24

Federal Mediator Sets Meeting with USMX, ILA

Both sides have agreed to meet with FMCS in advance of the Dec. 29, 2012 expiration of the Master Contract extension.
Dec21

To Avoid Strike, Both Sides Should Commit to Reaching Agreement

A strike at the East and Gulf Coast ports would have serious consequences for the nation’s economy as well as for ILA members themselves, making it more important than ever that the both sides work to reach an agreement and avert any disruption.
Dec18

USMX Accepts, ILA Rejects Mediator’s Proposal for Contract Extension

USMX agreed to the federal mediator's proposal for a short contract extension, but the ILA rejected the recommendation.
Dec14

USMX-ILA Talks Continue

Small committees to discuss container royalty
Nov20

USMX Urges ILA to Engage in ‘Serious’ Negotiations

Current economic reality demands improved productivity and efficiency.
Oct24

USMX, ILA Continue Negotiations on Major Issues

Committees to review positions and costs, mediator reports
Oct14

Federal Mediator Reports Progress in Negotiations

Update follows 5-day bargaining session
Sep20

USMX, ILA Agree to Extend Negotiations for 90 Days

Parties to continue negotiations through Dec. 29 under the auspices of the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service
Sep2

USMX Responds to ILA Demand for Final Offer

Calls for substantive talks on “critical” issues
Aug28

Backgrounder: Container Royalties

The initial reason for container royalties - to protect ILA members from the loss of work - has long been forgotten

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