November 12, 2024 in CUSTOMER ADVISORY
Customer Advisory: Montreal Port Strike
November 12, 2024
On the evening of November 10, the Maritime Employers Association (MEA) declared a lockout at the Port of Montreal after the dockworkers, represented by the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 375, rejected the MEA’s final offer for a new labor contract. The union’s concerns centered around work-life balance and automation, which they felt were not adequately addressed.
The strike and lockout affected more than 1,200 dockworkers and 10,000 workers in related sectors, including trucking and rail. The disruption to operations has caused vessels to re-route and rail operations to halt services to Montreal, all causing a cargo back-up across Quebec and Canada. The Montreal Port Authority and the Quebec Trucking Association have expressed concerns about the economic impact and urged a resolution to avoid further disruptions.
For more information:
- Freightwaves.com: Containers halted as Montreal dockworkers locked out
APL Logistics is actively monitoring this dynamic situation and will continue to provide updates as needed. If you have any questions, please contact your APL Logistics representative.
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