26 novembre 2024
Transport international

Indian Shippers Brace for Port Strikes Over ‘Promises Not Kept’

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Indian shippers are fearful of major supply chain disruptions after dockworkers called for strikes at key ports, claiming the government has failed to meet commitments. 

A consortium of labour groups told port authorities workers would stage indefinite work stoppages across ports from December 17 in protest at the lack of action to address long-standing concerns.

The move centres on wage revisions and pension benefits. Union sources complained that the Indian Ports Association (IPA) had been “apathetic” about making recommendations in line with specific promises made during talks to avert a strike planned in August.

“It is imperative on the part of the IPA to forward the settlement to all the port authorities for implementation, as per the practice hitherto followed,” said the labour consortium.

Read more in an article from The Loadstar.

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