Dear Valued Customers,
We wish to bring to your attention the latest developments at Chittagong Port, Bangladesh, which are expected to significantly affect the Indonesia-Pakistan trade lane.
This morning, the Chittagong District Prime Mover Trailer Workers Union began a 48-hour strike, causing export and import containers to be stranded. The strike is expected to impact 3,000 to 4,000 TEUs daily, severely disrupting port operations.
According to the Secretary General of the Bangladesh Inland Container Depots Association (BICDA), if the strike continues, many containers will miss their designated feeder and mother vessels, leading to extended delays. The strike stems from unresolved labor disputes with two major transport operators in the region, who failed to meet demands for proper worker appointment letters, identity cards, and minimum wage requirements, as agreed upon in April. The union has pledged to continue the strike until a resolution is reached, further exacerbating the situation.
At PT Gateway Container Line, we understand the potential impact this may have on your shipments. Our team is working diligently to mitigate these disruptions and will keep you informed of any developments. We are exploring alternative routing options and strategies to minimize delays.
We appreciate your understanding during this challenging time and thank you for your continued trust in PT Gateway Container Line. PT Gateway Container Line is actively monitoring the situation and working to mitigate any disruption to your shipments. We encourage you to plan accordingly for potential delays. Please feel free to reach out to our customer service team if you have any questions or need further clarification.