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    Vancouver ILWU Strike Avoided

    Written by Sandy Williams


    A strike by Seaspan tugboat operators at the Westshore Terminal in Roberts Banks near Vancouver has been averted by last minute negotiations on Wednesday, June 3. The International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Local 400 voted 100 percent in favor of a strike earlier in the day but the union and Seaspan have now agreed to enter into federal mediation.

    A strike by Seaspan operators would affect coal exports from the Westshore Terminal. Last year the terminal exported approximately 30 million tons of coal. At least 25 bulkers, mostly capesize, are scheduled to load cargoes at the terminal in June with two already at the docks.

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