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As the clock ticks on the ILA-USMX contract negotiations, ocean freight rates could elevate into 2025 if a strike lasts long enough.

An Imminent East Coast Port Strike Spells Another Spike in Freight Rates

As the clock ticks on the ILA-USMX contract negotiations, ocean freight rates could elevate into 2025 if a…
BY Glenn Taylor

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A worker drives a forklift near shipping containers stacked at the Port of Los Angeles on September 20, 2024.
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Multiple Terminals Close at San Pedro Bay Ports After Truck Catches Fire

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US economy to expand 2.7 percent in 2024 and 1.8 percent in 2025, with inflation expected to slow and consumers to pull back on spending.
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U.S. Economic Growth to Slow As Consumers Rein In Spending In 2025

Vicki M. Young
Waves from the Gulf of Mexico crash on shore as Hurricane Helene churns offshore on September 26, 2024 in St. Pete Beach, Fla.
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Hurricane Helene Disrupts Florida Supply Chain for Ports and Couriers

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With an unfair labor practice charge, the USMX is requesting immediate injunctive relief, which would require the ILA to resume bargaining. It is not clear how long this process would take if the NLRB elects to open a case.
Logistics

USMX Files Unfair Labor Practice Charge Against East Coast Port Union

As the ILA continues to show no intent of bargaining for a new deal, retailers and other importers have continued to weigh the pros and cons of their cargo movement strategy.
Logistics

As Possible East Coast Port Strike Nears, ‘Rerouting Potential Isn't Too Great’

Calvin Klein
Labor

China Investigates PVH for 'Discriminatory Measures' Over Xinjiang

United States-Mexico-Canada trade agreement.
Labor

US Lawmakers Seek Enhancements to USCMA to Stop Uyghur Forced Labor

In 2023, the East and Gulf Coast ports accounted for 53 percent of all U.S. apparel, footwear and accessories imports, amounting to over $92 billion in value,” wrote AAFA president and CEO Steve Lamar.
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AAFA Calls on Biden to Intervene in East Coast Port Talks

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One Garment Worker Killed as Bangladesh Turmoil Hits Inflection Point

In the wake of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, union members claim they should be compensated for wages lost when the Port of Baltimore was closed.

Baltimore ILA Branches File Class Action Against Dali Owners

California Governor Gavin Newsom.

Governor Newsom Ratifies California’s Responsible Textile Recovery Act

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Lenzing’s Brazilian Joint Venture Secures Green Bond Valued at $650 Million

Spring/Summer 2025 collections at Milan Fashion Week.
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Skinny Jeans, Laser Prints and Distressing Trend at Milan Fashion Week

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Leonardo DiCaprio-Backed VC Backs Microfiber Filter at Climate Week

Data from Textile Exchange’s latest Materials Market Report shows that the market share of virgin fossil-based synthetics continued to increase in 2023, while that of cotton and recycled fibers dropped.

Survey Confirms Polyester-Reliant Industry in State of ‘Plastic Paralysis’

As the clock ticks on the ILA-USMX contract negotiations, ocean freight rates could elevate into 2025 if a strike lasts long enough.

An Imminent East Coast Port Strike Spells Another Spike in Freight Rates

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Perfection is rarely achieved in movies, but this heaven-sent concert doc hits the sweet spot. Over two days in January 1972, the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin — she was 29 at the time — sweeps into the New Temple Missionary Baptist Church in Watts in front of a congregation and testifies to God in song. The blessed thing took nearly half a century to come out because director Sydney Pollack failed to sync the image with the sound. Then digital angels stepped in, and glory, glory, hallelujah!

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Switching Away from Synthetics Without Compromising Performance

Perfection is rarely achieved in movies, but this heaven-sent concert doc hits the sweet spot. Over two days in January 1972, the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin — she was 29 at the time — sweeps into the New Temple Missionary Baptist Church in Watts in front of a congregation and testifies to God in song. The blessed thing took nearly half a century to come out because director Sydney Pollack failed to sync the image with the sound. Then digital angels stepped in, and glory, glory, hallelujah!

How AGI Denim's Comprehensive Solutions Boost Creativity and Sustainability

Perfection is rarely achieved in movies, but this heaven-sent concert doc hits the sweet spot. Over two days in January 1972, the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin — she was 29 at the time — sweeps into the New Temple Missionary Baptist Church in Watts in front of a congregation and testifies to God in song. The blessed thing took nearly half a century to come out because director Sydney Pollack failed to sync the image with the sound. Then digital angels stepped in, and glory, glory, hallelujah!

How Interloop Is Breaking Down Silos to Better Serve Customers Across Categories

Perfection is rarely achieved in movies, but this heaven-sent concert doc hits the sweet spot. Over two days in January 1972, the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin — she was 29 at the time — sweeps into the New Temple Missionary Baptist Church in Watts in front of a congregation and testifies to God in song. The blessed thing took nearly half a century to come out because director Sydney Pollack failed to sync the image with the sound. Then digital angels stepped in, and glory, glory, hallelujah!

Retail Rx: Effective Retail Asset Management Strategies

Perfection is rarely achieved in movies, but this heaven-sent concert doc hits the sweet spot. Over two days in January 1972, the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin — she was 29 at the time — sweeps into the New Temple Missionary Baptist Church in Watts in front of a congregation and testifies to God in song. The blessed thing took nearly half a century to come out because director Sydney Pollack failed to sync the image with the sound. Then digital angels stepped in, and glory, glory, hallelujah!

Retail Rx: Coach on Balancing Product and Purpose

Perfection is rarely achieved in movies, but this heaven-sent concert doc hits the sweet spot. Over two days in January 1972, the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin — she was 29 at the time — sweeps into the New Temple Missionary Baptist Church in Watts in front of a congregation and testifies to God in song. The blessed thing took nearly half a century to come out because director Sydney Pollack failed to sync the image with the sound. Then digital angels stepped in, and glory, glory, hallelujah!

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Decorated Denim Trends at London Fashion Week

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