Ep 2: Port Disruption Looming? Former Top Port CEO Unpacks the ILA Labor Strike & Impact on Global Trade

The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) is gearing up for a potential labor strike, and the ripple effects on global trade could be massive. In our latest Kev Talks: Real World Global Logistics episode, we sit down with a former top US port President/CEO- Jim Newsome, to dive deep into what this means for shippers, port operations, and the entire supply chain. Jim Newsome, a highly respected leader in global logistics and supply chain. Jim served as President & CEO of the South Carolina Ports Authority from 2009-2022, leading a major turnaround and driving record volumes. His extensive career spans top roles with Hapag-Lloyd and Nedlloyd Lines, and he’s earned numerous awards, including the Order of the Palmetto and induction into the International Maritime Hall of Fame.

🎙️ What you’ll learn: • What’s at stake if the strike happens. • How businesses can prepare for disruptions. • Real-world insights from someone who’s been on the front lines of port management.

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