Tag Archives: Supply chain disruptions

The US port workers strike: How it could accelerate automation in key industries

Could the US port workers strike be the catalyst for industry-wide automation?

The recent US port workers strike has captured headlines due to its widespread impact on trade, logistics, and supply chains. With ports being essential hubs for global commerce, any disruption can have cascading effects across multiple industries. One of the most significant potential outcomes of prolonged labour unrest in this …

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The possible economic effects of the 2024 US port workers strike on Trinidad and Tobago

The ripple effect of the US port workers strike on Trinidad and Tobago's economy.

The 2024 US port workers strike involves over 45,000 members of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA), affecting 36 ports across the East and Gulf Coasts. These ports handle around 43% to 49% of all US imports, and the strike has the potential to disrupt global supply chains, including those in …

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