SAGCD - ILA
The largest maritime union workers in North America
January 17, 2025 Dear Friends: January 20, 2025, is an extraordinary day in our Nation’s history. We celebrate the birthday of The Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. and our Nation inaugurates the 47th President of the United States of America. We in the ILA must be especially appreciative this year. Our District understands and appreciates …
History Made! A Landmark Achievement for the ILA Today, the International Longshoremen’s Association made history! We successfully negotiated a historic and, hopefully, precedent-setting labor agreement with U.S.M.X. While the contract is yet to be ratified, I have no doubt that the men and women of the ILA will stand behind it 100%. This agreement is, …
A Message from ILA SAGCD President Alan Robb Dear Brothers and Sisters of the International Longshoremen’s Association, I am writing today with a heavy heart to honor the life and legacy of a man we lost far too soon—Nick Brown. Some years ago, Nick was a superintendent for a local stevedoring company in Houston. He …
To the Men and Women of the ILA, As we close out this year and look ahead to 2025, I want to take a moment to express my deepest appreciation to each of you. Your unwavering support during these hard-fought contract negotiations with USMX has been nothing short of inspiring. As you know, the current …
Dear Friends: “Glory to God in the highest, And on earth peace, goodwill toward men!” *. Let us pause during this season and reflect and pray for peace and humanity. May the Spirit of Christmas bring peace and goodwill. I am honored to extend Christmas greetings to all our ILA workers, employers, and industry partners …
As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, I want to take this opportunity to reflect on the many blessings we share as members of this great union. Thanksgiving is a time to gather with loved ones, share a meal, and express gratitude for the abundance in our lives. It’s also a moment to pause and appreciate …
NORTH BERGEN, NJ (November 15, 2024) Less than 48 hours after the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) broke off talks with United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) when management introduced their intent to implement semi-automation into their proposal that was in direct contradiction to their opening statement that full or semi-automation would not be on the table, …
“I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to our entire membership for your incredible support and unwavering solidarity. Together, we’re standing up to USMX and the shipping lines, who are pushing automation and new technology that threaten our jobs and the livelihoods of working people. We believe firmly that machines should not replace hard-working men …
NORTH BERGEN, NJ (November 13, 2024) Brothers and Sisters, The ILA and USMX came to the table this week, prepared for four days of intensive bargaining to bring us closer to securing a fair contract. For the first day and a half, discussions were productive, and both sides engaged in addressing serious issues. However, late …
Jacksonville honors Charles Spencer, Executive Vice President Emeritus for the ILA South Atlantic and Gulf Coast District In a special proclamation, Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan declared September 2, 2024, Labor Day, as Charles Spencer Day in the city to honor his remarkable career, lifelong dedication to civil rights, and his scholarship contributions to over 1,000 …
ILA Working Overtime To Help Victims of Two Recent Destructive Hurricanes In the South; ILA Leaders Load Trucks of Relief Supplies at APM Terminals in New Jersey Bound For North Carolina While ILA’s Red Cross Hurricane Fund Tops $236,000 In Donations NORTH BERGEN, NJ – (October 16, 2024) Leaders from International Longshoremen’s Association Locals in …
ILA’s Civil, Human & Women’s Rights Committee To Honor Herbie Hall, Sr.; Vincent S. Cameron; Lovette McGill and John Atkins At Annual Dinner November 2, 2024, In Weehawken, New Jersey NORTH BERGEN, NJ – (October 15, 2024) At its 11th Annual Fall Dinner slated for Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the Envue Hotel in Weehawken, …
