Atualização do ILA USMX

The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd. (USMX) have reached a tentative agreement on wages and have agreed to extend the Master Contract until January 15, 2025, to return to the bargaining table to negotiate all other outstanding issues. Starting October 4th, work will resume at most ports along the US East and US Gulf coasts. Maersk looks forward to resuming operations today as well as the future negotiations over the next 90 days, which support our customers’ supply chain and consumers.

Please find below overview of our operations for your Maersk bookings. The situation is fluid and therefore terminals and partners may adjust their hours. Please visit each website for the latest information.

Booking acceptance

We advise our customers to go through your normal booking channels including Maersk.com and Maersk Spot. Maersk booking acceptance is contingent upon space and equipment availability, as always. The only exception at present: Maersk bookings involving export refrigerated containers via ILA-impacted ports from store-door origins are not currently being accepted.

Vessel and Terminal Operations

Operational teams are working closely with terminals to determine the best estimate of line up. We are also reviewing schedules considering that operations have resumed today. Please see the first group of working vessels for this weekend’s schedule. Additionally, please download the Vessel Contingency Tracker to see if there are any terminal changes, omissions, vessel changes, and more.

Intermodal Operations (truck and rail)

Truck operations are resuming per terminal gate schedules.

• Import Store Door (SD) container dispatch is based on appt. availability, truck capacity and will be dispatched in Last Free Day order.
• Export Store Door (SD) container dispatch is based on port and rail cutoffs which are still fluid at this time. Maersk will continue to release export rail billing to all customers
• CSX inland gates will open at 1700 ET today, Oct 4 with service into all US East and Gulf coast locations except for Savannah. Receiving for Savannah will resume Saturday, Oct 5.
• All Norfolk Southern inland gates are open as of 0500 Friday Oct 4.
• All CN ramps remained closed per previous guidance. An operational plan will be provided by CN by close of business with expectation international cargo will resume operations Mon./Tues. next week.

Empty Equipment

Terminal gates are beginning to open for empty returns throughout Friday and Saturday. We recommend monitoring local terminal advisories for more detail as some terminals are not available until tomorrow Oct 5. Once gates open, empty returns should resume business as usual. Newark, Baltimore, and Norfolk gates are closed today.

Port Disruption Surcharge

Following the agreement between the Intl Longshoreman Association (ILA) and US Maritime Alliance (USMX) to an extension of the current contract and the suspension of the work stoppage impacting the US Atlantic Coast and Gulf Coast ports, Maersk will suspend the Port Disruption Surcharge (originally announced Sept 21) and we will not impose the applicable fee for shipments to and from the United States.

Import Inland Cargo Diversion

Maersk will waive its inland cancellation charges for any customer who wishes to terminate their cargo at an affected ocean port instead of an originally booked inland delivery.

Demurrage & Detention

Demurrage & detention clocks will restart based on terminal re-opening schedules. Please be mindful of weekend gates terminals may be offering. Where a terminal is open on Saturday, that day will count toward the freetime period for containers within freetime. For current terminal hours, please view here. The situation is fluid and therefore terminals may change their hours. Please visit each terminal website for the latest information.

Please also be reminded of Maersk's dispute procedures regarding terminal appointments for import pickup's and empty returns you can find in the import section of the United States local page on maersk.com.

Transport plan Notifications

We continue encouraging our customers to sign up for Transport Plan and Schedule Change notifications or check schedules on Maersk.com. As noted, the situation is constantly evolving so staying informed is crucial. By signing up for notifications, you can stay ahead of the vessel changes.

Our commitment to finding effective solutions for our customers is unwavering, and we value your partnership and trust in us. We will continue to inform our customers on the recovery operations through our advisories and Maersk.com. Should you need additional information or support, please contact our customer experience team. Please note that responses may be delayed as we support our customers bookings and questions during the recovery period.

The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd. (USMX) have reached a tentative agreement on wages and have agreed to extend the Master Contract until January 15, 2025, to return to the bargaining table to negotiate all other outstanding issues. Starting October 4th, work will resume at most ports along the US East and US Gulf coasts. Maersk looks forward to resuming operations today as well as the future negotiations over the next 90 days, which support our customers’ supply chain and consumers. 

Please find below overview of the port and terminal availability for your Maersk bookings. The situation is fluid and therefore terminals may change their hours.  Please visit each terminal website for the latest information. Later today (Friday Oct 4) you will receive a second communication which will focus on the detailed recovery efforts across terminal operations, vessels waiting to berth, rail operations, equipment, detention & demurrage update, surcharge information, and booking acceptance.  

Our commitment to finding effective solutions for our customers is unwavering, and we value your partnership and trust in us.

We will continue to inform our customers on the recovery operations through our advisories and Maersk.com. Should you need additional information or support, please contact our customer experience team.

The ILA strike began on Tuesday, October 1, impacting U.S. East Coast and Gulf ports and affecting the movement of import and export containers and our operations. We continue monitoring the situation closely and acknowledge its challenges. We are diligently working on and implementing contingency plans to support you. Please be aware that the situation is constantly evolving, and details may change accordingly.

Import Cargo Diversion Requests

Maersk will waive its diversion fees for any bookings to impacted ports if requested to re-route to an alternate unaffected port. You can make this request to re-route via your usual channel on Maersk.com.

This waiver will only apply to cargo that has not loaded its final vessel for the U.S. and is subject to operational feasibility and any additional operational fees or revised prices to route the cargo to its new destination. In addition, Maersk will waive its inland cancellation charges for any customer who wishes to terminate their cargo at an affected ocean port instead of an originally booked inland delivery.

Detention & Demurrage

As an update to our previously communicated policy on demurrage and detention communicated on September 20, Maersk will suspend the detention clock for all containers during the full duration of the work stoppage.

As a summary of our entire policy, please note the updated change below.

1. For any containers within the demurrage or detention, freetime period at the start of the work stoppage, we will suspend the freetime clock until the strike concludes and the freetime period will resume at that time.
2. We will apply demurrage charges in accordance with the terminal operator's policy for any containers in demurrage at the time of the work stoppage. Currently, the only terminal operators assessing storage are the Philadelphia and Miami Pomtoc terminals.
3. For any containers in detention at the time of the work stoppage, Maersk will suspend detention charges for the duration of the strike.
4. For operating refrigerated containers remaining on the terminal during the work stoppage, any electricity and/or monitoring charges assessed by the terminal will be for the cargo owner's account.

Maersk Notifications

We continue encouraging our customers to sign up for Transport Plan and Schedule Change notifications or check schedules on Maersk.com. As noted, the situation is constantly evolving so staying informed is crucial. By signing up for notifications, you can stay ahead of any changes.

Booking Acceptance

We advise our customers to go through your normal booking channels including Maersk.com and Maersk Spot. Maersk booking acceptance is contingent upon space availability, as always.

Export bookings for CY shipments, whether inland or port, reefer or dry, are being processed. US export bookings involving refrigerated containers via ILA-impacted ports with a store-door service are currently not being accepted.

There are no restrictions on new import bookings via ILA-impacted ports imposed by North America; however other regions importing to the US are managing dry & reefer booking acceptance based on their individual guidelines. Please contact your local CX team for guidance.

Equipment

Please continue holding all empty containers until the work stoppage has ceased. We do not have empty return locations at this time. Further inquiries can be sent to NAMEQUEDO@Maersk.com

Our commitment to finding effective solutions for our customers is unwavering, and we value your partnership and trust in us.

We will continue to inform our customers about the situation through daily email advisories and Maersk.com. Should you need additional information or support, please contact our customer experience team.

Em 01 de Outubro se deu início a greve da International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA), afetando os movimentos de importação e exportação de containers e nossas operações.

Estamos monitorando a situação e perto e entendendo os desafios desta situação. Asseguramos que estamos trabalhando diligentemente e implementamos um plano de contingência. Caso necessite de orientação entre em contato com o nosso time de atendimento ao cliente. Por favor fique ciente de que a situação está evoluindo constantemente e que alterações podem ocorrer durante este período.

Notificações da Maersk

Avisamos com recorrência para que os clientes se cadastrem proativamente em nosso Notifications on shipment ETA changes | Support | Maersk ou Search for Shipping and Vessel Schedules | Maersk em nosso site www.maersk.com. Ao se cadastrar para receber as notificações, você estará a frente se houver quaisquer atualizações, visto que a situação está mudando constantemente.

Aceitação de bookings

Nossos clientes podem solicitar os bookings normalmente via Maersk | Integrated Container Logistics & Supply Chain Services ou Maersk Spot | Shipping and Freight Booking | Maersk.
A aceitação de bookings sempre estará sujeita a disponibilidade de espaço.

Bookings de exportação, seja eles via terrestre ou porto, reefer ou carga seca, estão sendo processados. Bookings Maersk de exportação envolvendo carga refrigerada através de portos impactados pela greve com serviço porta-a-porta não estão sendo aceitos.

Não há restrição imposta pelos EUA para novos bookings de importação através dos portos impactados pela greve da ILA, portanto outras regiões com importação para os EUA estão gerenciando a aceitação de bookings reefers baseados em direcionamentos individuais. Por favor entre em contato com o time de atendimento local para maiores informações.

Exportações saindo dos EUA

Ao verificar os bookings online ou receber nossas alterações de plano de transporte, você notará que os navios foram alterados para “Pending Mother Vessel” (PMV); essa mensagem aparecerá enquanto estivermos fazendo nosso plano de contingência.

Assim que o plano de recuperação de schedule for iniciado, alterações no plano de transporte serão necessários. Garantimos que seu Booking será atualizado e planejado o mais rápido possível.

Para cargas aguardando no terminal para embarque, por favor assegure que todos o processo de exportação esteja feito para que possamos movê-las o mais rápido e com maior eficiência assim que a greve finalizar.

Importações para os EUA

Ao verificar os bookings online ou receber nossas alterações de plano de transporte, você notará que os navios foram alterados para “Pending Mother Vessel” (PMV); essa mensagem aparecerá enquanto estivermos fazendo nosso plano de contingência.

Omitimos alguns portos e precisaremos omitir outros. Enquanto trabalhamos nas possíveis rotas, você poderá ver essa mensagem. Por favor não se preocupe, nós ajustaremos as rotas o mais rápido possível.

Equipamentos

Por favor não devolva os vazios até que a disputa trabalhista acabe. Não temos depots alternativos disponíveis até o momento. Caso necessite de mais informações por favor entre em contato com NAMEQUEDO@Maersk.com.

Atualizações operacionais

Nosso time de operações está monitorando de perto a situação e ajustando os schedules de navio em resposta ao fechamento dos portos e atracação de navio em potencial.

Nosso comprometimento em encontrar soluções efetivas para os nossos clientes é inabalável, nós valorizamos nossa parceria e sua confiança em nós.

Continuaremos a informar nossos clientes sobre o andamento desta situação através de avisos diários via e-mail e através de nosso site maersk.com.

Caso necessite de alguma informação adicional ou auxílio, entre em contato com o nosso time de atendimento ao cliente.

Hoje às 00:01h, a International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) convocou greve para toda costa, fechando temporariamente os portos da Golfo e Costa Leste dos Estados Unidos, afetando as operações nos portos, bem como importação e exportação de containers.

Entendemos a dificuldade da situação, asseguramos que estamos trabalhando diligentemente e implementamos um plano de contingência. Caso necessite de orientação entre em contato com o nosso time de atendimento ao cliente. Por favor fique ciente de que a situação está evoluindo constantemente e que alterações podem ocorrer durante este período.

Notificações da Maersk

Avisamos com recorrência para que os clientes se cadastrem proativamente em nosso Notifications on shipment ETA changes | Support | Maersk ou Search for Shipping and Vessel Schedules | Maersk em nosso site www.maersk.com. Ao se cadastrar para receber as notificações, você estará a frente se houver quaisquer atualizações, visto que a situação está mudando constantemente.

Atualização na aceitação de bookings

Nossos clientes podem solicitar os bookings normalmente via Maersk | Integrated Container Logistics & Supply Chain Services ou Maersk Spot | Shipping and Freight Booking | Maersk.

A aceitação de bookings sempre estará sujeita a disponibilidade de espaço. Bookings de exportação, seja eles via terrestre ou porto, reefer ou carga seca, estão sendo processados. Não há restrição para novos bookings via portos impactados pela greve.

Única exceção até o momento: Bookings Maersk de exportação envolvendo carga refrigerada através de portos impactados pela greve com serviço porta-a-porta não estão sendo aceitos.

Atualizações operacionais

Nosso time de operações mapeou possíveis contingências para cada navio que serão acionadas dependendo da duração da disputa trabalhista. Tendo continuidade, nós enviaremos comunicado para cada contingência específica.

Ferrovia

Podemos prover rota de contingência saindo de portos da Costa Oeste para alguns mercados da Costa Leste. Por favor solicite ao seu representante comercial mais informações.

Equipamentos

Por favor não devolva os vazios até que a disputa trabalhista acabe. Não temos depots alternativos disponíveis até o momento. Caso necessite de mais informações por favor entre em contato com NAMEQUEDO@Maersk.com.

Valorizamos nossa parceria e acredite em nós, permanecemos inabaláveis no comprometimento em encontrar uma solução efetiva.

Nós continuaremos a informar nossos clientes sobre a situação diariamente pelos comunicados via email e através do nosso site maersk.com. Caso necessite de alguma informação adicional, por favor entre em contato com o nosso time de atendimento ao cliente.

As previously communicated, the existing contract between USMX and ILA is set to expire at midnight tonight, September 30th. Contingency plans are in place in anticipation of any potential work stoppage beginning on October 1st. Should you require guidance, you can reach to your Maersk representative. Please be aware that the situation is constantly evolving, and details may change accordingly.

Should there be a labor stoppage, please hold all empty containers until the labor disruption has ceased. At this time, we do not have alternative empty depots planned. Escalations can be sent to NAMEQUEDO@Maersk.com Stay informed by regularly checking for updates on terminal operations to ensure you are up-to-date on any changes.

We recommend customers continue to sign up for Transport Plan and Schedule Change notifications or check schedules on Maersk.com. As noted, the situation is constantly evolving and remains dynamic and signing up for notifications is a great way to stay informed.

We acknowledge this situation's challenges and assure you that we are diligently working to plan and address potential disruptions proactively. Our commitment to finding effective solutions for our customers is unwavering, and we value your partnership and trust in us.

We will continue to inform our customers about the situation through email advisories and Maersk.com. Should you need additional information or support, please contact our customer experience team.

We are committed to informing you about the ongoing negotiations between the International Longshoreman Association (ILA) and United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd. (USMX). As previously communicated, the existing contract between USMX and ILA expires on September 30. Due to the ILA’s refusal to negotiate on a new Master Contract, USMX has filed an Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) charge with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and requested immediate injunctive relief – requiring the Union to resume bargaining – so that they can negotiate a deal. USMX is regularly sharing negotiation updates on its website.

A potential ILA labor disruption will have impacts on supply chains, leading to delays in cargo movement, increased costs, and logistical challenges for businesses relying on U.S. East Coast and Gulf ports. Longer labor dispute durations may exacerbate disruptions, affecting import and export activities, container availability, and overall operational efficiency.

Booking updates:

We advise our customers to go thru your normal booking channels including Maersk.com and Maersk Spot. Maersk booking acceptance continues as normal with some exceptions, including bookings for refrigerated containers outbound from inland locations via the US Atlantic and Gulf coast.

Operational Updates:

Customers should follow port authority and intermodal service guidance on gate hours. Since labor disruptions will impact terminal operators’ ability to monitor reefer containers, we encourage customers to plan accordingly to avoid the risk of loss or damage to temperature-controlled cargo.

The operational teams have mapped out specific possible vessel-level contingencies that could be actioned depending on the duration of the labor dispute. As we progress, we will communicate each specific contingency. We are committed to ensuring smooth operations and minimizing disruptions during this period.

Rail updates:

• Imports:
  • Please arrange pickup for as many import containers as possible prior to Oct 1st
  • We are not offering pre-pulls to intermediary locations at this time. All deliveries must be to the customer's delivery location
• Exports:
  • Inland export empty returns will follow gate closure guidance from the railroads
  • All dry export bookings will remain open and we will continue to process export rail billing. The customer must store the containers on their yards. Equipment subject to availability.
  • Rail reservations to be arranged according to vessel cutoffs at resumption of operations
• Empty reefer pick-up for SD export bookings will cease at close of business Friday, Sept 27th to prevent against powered equipment on the street. Exceptions will handled as they arise.
• Maersk is able to provide contingency inland routings from West Coast port locations in select East Coast markets. Please work with your Maersk commercial representative for additional information.

Equipment & Chassis:

Please continue to return all empties to your assigned location with haste. Should there be a labor dispute, please hold all empty containers until the labor disruption has ceased. Escalations can be sent to NAMEQUEDO@Maersk.com

Maersk encourages customers to make all efforts to move equipment prior to October 1. Many terminals are offering extended and additional gate hours to accommodate demand. Please check terminal operator websites for the latest details.

Due to the dynamic situation, we recommend customers continue to sign up for ETA notifications or check schedules on Maersk.com.

We will continue to keep our customers abreast of the situation through email advisories and Maersk.com. Should you need added information or support, please contact our customer experience team.

Maersk is actively monitoring the ongoing negotiations between the International Longshoreman Association (ILA) and United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd. (USMX). Due to potential labor disruptions, Maersk is implementing a local Port Disruption Surcharge for all cargo moving to and from the U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast terminals, effective October 21, 2024 (based on the price calculation date), as detailed below:

Charge amount per equipment size

20’ USD 1500
40’ / 40’ HC USD 3000
45’ USD 3780

The above charges are subject to relevant regulatory approvals.

This charge may be imposed as of October 21, 2024, depending on the impact of the disruption to the supply chain. This surcharge is necessary to cover the higher operational costs that will be incurred due to the service disruptions, ensuring the sustainability of our services and ongoing support for your supply chain requirements.

We will continue to keep our customers abreast of the labor dispute through email advisories and Maersk.com. Should you have any further questions, please contact your local Maersk professional. Our customer experience and commercial teams are always available to support should you need assistance.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

We are committed to informing you about the ongoing negotiations between the International Longshoreman Association (ILA) and United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd. (USMX) regarding your supply chain operations. As previously communicated, the existing contract between USMX and ILA expires on September 30. Despite USMX's efforts to resume discussions with ILA on a new Master Contract, they have faced challenges in arranging a meeting with ILA leadership. To provide updated information to the public and stakeholders, USMX is regularly sharing negotiation updates on its website.

A potential ILA strike will have impacts on supply chains, leading to delays in cargo movement, increased costs, and logistical challenges for businesses relying on U.S. East Coast and Gulf ports. Longer strike durations may exacerbate disruptions, affecting import and export activities, container availability, and overall operational efficiency.

Operational Updates:

For exports, we are accepting bookings as usual and monitoring the situation. Customers should follow port authority and intermodal service guidance on gate hours. Since labor disruptions will impact terminal operators’ ability to monitor reefer containers, we encourage customers to plan accordingly to avoid the risk of loss or damage to temperature-controlled cargo.

To mitigate disruptions, we are exploring alternative cargo acceptance and routing options. Please discuss specific shipments with your local Maersk representative. We are expediting earlier bookings and prioritizing import container movements before disruptions take place.

For imports, please expedite documentation and customs clearance to retrieve cargo promptly before a potential work stoppage. During a strike, cargo at affected ports will be inaccessible.

We encourage our customers to maintain close communication with their Maersk representatives to convey their supply chain needs, which will be pivotal in devising customized contingencies if necessary.

Ocean Terminal updates:

All ports and terminals along the US East and Gulf Coasts adhere to ILA Master Labor Agreement guidelines. A labor disruption will impact all connected services, including moving cargo, gating, linehandling, and rail and trucking connectivity.

Cargo onboard vessels

We expect vessels enroute to ILA-impacted ports to anchor temporarily. Daily reviews will determine port calls, and adjustments will be made as needed. Options are being considered based on the affected services and ports. Our aim is to minimize delays and maintain schedules. Market and Operations teams are exploring alternative cargo acceptance/routing for extended strikes. For out-of-gauge and breakbulk cargo, available alternative ports will be reviewed to ensure transportation options are assessed in advance.

Demurrage & Detention

Maersk urges customers to move equipment before October 1, with many terminals offering extended gate hours. Check terminal websites for updates. Please review direct email communication from Maersk on detailed demurrage and detention updates. Or connect with your customer experience and sales representative for direct questions.

Equipment & Chassis:

• Container empty returns: We have limited non-ILA location options that can accept empty returns. Customers and motor carriers should hold their empties during a potential work stoppage.
• Chassis: Maersk will not cover or reimburse any chassis or other 3rd party charges connected to the work stoppage.

We will continue to keep our customers abreast of the situation through email advisories and Maersk.com. Should you need added information or support, please contact our customer experience team.

Como parte de nosso compromisso de fornecer informações transparentes sobre as operações de sua cadeia de suprimentos, queremos garantir que você esteja bem-informado sobre as negociações em andamento entre a International Longshoreman Association (ILA) e a United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd. (USMX), que podem impactar significativamente suas operações.

O contrato atual entre o USMX e a ILA está programado para expirar em 30 de setembro, atraindo maior atenção para o processo de negociação. No último memorando do USMX, compartilhado conosco em 5 de setembro, eles afirmaram que o USMX continua comprometido em retomar as negociações com a ILA sobre um novo Contrato Principal. No entanto, apesar do contato contínuo com a liderança da ILA, eles ainda não conseguiram garantir uma reunião.

Atualização das negociações

Nos dias 4 e 5 de setembro, a ILA convocou seus delegados da Escala Salarial em Teaneck, NJ, para discutir suas demandas contratuais e se preparar para a possibilidade de uma greve quando o acordo atual expirar em 30 de setembro. No início de suas reuniões, a ILA divulgou um vídeo dirigido a seus membros, que incluía uma série de mensagens que sinalizavam fortemente que não tem interesse em negociar e já tomou a decisão de convocar uma greve. As reuniões foram concluídas com a ILA divulgando uma declaração reivindicando apoio unânime dos delegados da Escala Salarial para uma greve em 1º de outubro, se não houver um novo acordo em vigor.

A ILA ainda não compartilhou suas demandas contratuais atuais com o USMX ou entrou em contato para agendar uma sessão de negociação.

Para manter o público e as partes interessadas informados sobre os últimos desenvolvimentos, o USMX continua a fornecer atualizações regulares de negociação em seu site. A atualização mais recente, publicada em 5 de setembro, reiterou os pontos-chave de sua oferta atual, incluindo aumentos salariais líderes do setor e a retenção da linguagem de tecnologia existente, o que acreditamos demonstrar a disposição do USMX de chegar a um novo acordo com a ILA.

Como em todas as negociações do setor ao longo dos anos, estamos confiantes de que as partes envolvidas estão comprometidas em chegar a um acordo que funcione para todos e forneça cadeias de suprimentos robustas e eficientes. No entanto, apesar de uma longa história de negociações bem-sucedidas, a possibilidade de uma greve aumenta a cada dia sem um contrato fechado em mãos. As interrupções podem ser localizadas ou mais amplas. Caso ocorra uma paralisação geral do trabalho no Golfo e nas costas leste dos EUA, mesmo uma paralisação de uma semana pode levar de 4 a 6 semanas para se recuperar, com atrasos e atrasos significativos aumentando a cada dia que passa.

Caso ocorram interrupções, a Maersk está pronta para ajudar nossos clientes a explorar opções para manter suas cadeias de suprimentos funcionando da melhor maneira possível por meio de rotas, modalidades ou cronogramas de distribuição alternativos. Os clientes são solicitados a manter contato próximo com seus representantes da Maersk agora, pois a comunicação dos requisitos da cadeia de suprimentos será fundamental para o desenvolvimento de contingências personalizadas, se necessário.

Compartilharemos atualizações conforme necessário, caso essa situação em desenvolvimento afete sua cadeia de suprimentos.