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ILA MEMBERS WILL RETURN TO WORK AT THE PORTS ON FRIDAY 10/4!! The news is that the two sides have agreed a tentative deal on wages and to extend the most recent contract until January 15th to allow more time to agree the details of the other points of the next contract, and for rank and file members to ratify it.

I’m not sure of the full details,however I have been advised that the longshoreman are going back to work tomorrow #strike #ila #imports #exports

The registration and renewal period for the FDA's Food Facility Registration is now open - it commenced on October 1st and will remain open until December 31st, 2024.   As a reminder, owners, operators, and agents in charge of a domestic or international facility that's involved with handling, storing, packing, manufacturing, or processing food for human or animal consumption in the USA must register the facility with the FDA. If the registration lapses, it will be considered expired. You will need a unique facility identifier, such as a DUNS number, obtainable from the D&B website.   There's no registration fee, simply login in or register on the FDA's FIS account here: https://lnkd.in/eYHQPGhc

Fox News Media again leaned on Alba's Salvatore J Stile II for expert opinion on the ILA strike and who it affects most now and going forward. View the interview here: https://lnkd.in/eQ3Cswnw

With terminals closing early due to low staffing, the ILA strike at east and gulf coast ports is effectively underway. Alba's Salvatore J Stile II was on Fox News Media earlier today to predict a strike and discuss the situation. See the clip here: https://lnkd.in/estPx8X2

T-minus about 12 hours and there are already rumors of go-slows at some port terminals. Rewatch Salvatore J Stile II's interview on Fox Business Network Mornings with Maria from this morning here: https://lnkd.in/gfxddfyR

Just over 24hours left for the ILA and USMX to resolve their differences and avoid a crushing east- and gulf coast strike. Alba's Salvatore J Stile II will be on Fox Business Network, Mornings with Maria from 8:30am, and then on Fox News TV, America's Newsroom in the 9 o'clock hour tomorrow morning, Monday September 30th, to discuss the situation live - hear what he believes will unfold.

REMINDER: COBRA fees changing from 10/01/2024 - see the Federal Register Notice here: https://lnkd.in/eU_axSmY

Typhoon in China causing delays at Shanghai and Ningbo. Typhoon Bebinca, the second typhoon to hit the region in the last week and the strongest to hit Shanghai in more than 70 years, has necessitated operational limitations at both the port of Shanghai and the port of Ningbo. With both terminals adjusting schedules over the weekend as the typhoon passed through, vessel departures have been affected and delays are expected. Alba's team is reaching out to affected customers but if you have concerns about a specific shipment, please contact your local Alba office.

Today’s the day! Alba and mesur.io are ready to share supply chain risk assessment and mapping strategies at #INSIGHT2024. If you’re at the event, join us at 9:15 am today for a timely session on what to look for when evaluating platforms to help you comply with the UFLPA and combat forced labor in global supply chains. See you there - and don’t forget to visit our booth to connect with our team afterward!