Port workers from Maine to Texas started striking at midnight on August 1. The Port of Virginia (POV) confirmed that no cargo is moving in or out of its port during this work stoppage.
This strike has closed several Hampton Roads operations, including:
- Norfolk International Terminals
- Virginia International Gateway
- Newport News Marine Terminal
- Pinners Point Container Yard
- Portsmouth Chassis Yard
- Reefer Service Area
- The Damage Annex
During strike, the port will not be receiving vessels at the impacted locations. No containers will be moved in or out by train, and the truck gates are closed, said POV.
The impacted locations have also stopped receiving empty containers or providing any chassis or repair services. And POV said the Richmond Express barge service is idle.
Who’s striking & why
The United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) represents employers in the maritime industry, including container carriers, marine terminal operators and port associations.
The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) is North America’s largest maritime union.