ADVISORY – PORT STRIKE NOTIFICATION INDIA

August 28, 2024
|In Uncategorized
|By SilaAdmin

Dear Valued Customers & Partners,

We wish to inform you of the impending Nationwide Port Strike called by the All-India Port Workers’ Federation, representing six major unions. This strike is scheduled to commence on 28th August 2024, across India.

The latest update indicates that the Revised Offer/Proposal regarding the Wage Structure/Pay Scale for Workers, put forward by the Indian Ports Association (IPA), has been rejected by the Workers’ Federation. As a result, the strike is set to proceed.

A crucial conciliatory meeting between the IPA and representatives of the Workers’ Federation is scheduled for 27th August in New Delhi. The outcome of this meeting will determine the future course of the strike.

Port-Wise Updates for Your Reference:

West Coast India – Likely Impact on Port Operations:

  • KANDLA:Strike notice served. Dry-bulk vessels at General Cargo Berths will be the first affected.
  • MUMBAI:Strike notice served. Work at general cargo berths will be the first affected.
  • JNPT:Strike notice served. Minimal impact expected as private operators are involved.
  • NEW MANGALORE:No strike notice served yet; minimal impact anticipated.
  • MORMUGAO (GOA):Strike notice served. Likely to be impacted.
  • KOCHI:Strike notice served. Likely to be impacted.

East Coast India – Likely Impact on Port Operations:

  • VOC PORT, TUTICORIN:Strike notice served. Awaiting port authorities’ response.
  • CHENNAI:Strike notice served. Potential impact on dry-bulk movement.
  • ENNORE:Unlikely to be affected as most berths are privately operated.
  • KATTUPALLI:Not affected by the strike; privately operated.
  • VIZAG:Strike notice served. Potential disruption to cargo discharges/loading operations if the strike continues.

We understand the potential impact these issues may have on our services and your operations. Our team is actively monitoring the situation and will keep you informed of any updates.

Your patience and understanding during this period are highly appreciated. If you have any immediate concerns or require further assistance, please feel free to contact us.

SILA Imports – operations@sila.net.au
SILA Sales – sales@sila.net.au
T: (+61) 07 3908 1690

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