OMA President Ryan Augsburger expressed relief that the port strike is over, for now, but cautioned that the matter is not yet settled altogether noting that the master contract will expire on January 15.

“We were pleased to add the OMA’s name to this joint industry letter asking the Biden administration to settle the strike by invoking the Taft-Hartley Act,” said Augsburger. “The agreement avoids the need for government intervention and will prevent further disruption.”

In a statement, NAM President Jay Timmons urged the Longshoremen’s Association and the U.S. Maritime Academy to use this time to reach a fair and lasting agreement. 9/3/2024