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Strike Hits Hampton Roads Ports Ripple Through Virginia Economy
Virginia State Ports Authority estimates the Hampton Roads strike by International Longshoremen's Association workers has cost about 4.2 million dollars in losses and 7 000 tons of general cargo daily. Two grain firms report missing roughly 10 million bushels worth about 20 million dollars over 30 days. Truckers stevedores and brokers face severe impact while military cargo remains unaffected.
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Norfolk, Va
Virginia State Ports Authority
Hampton Roads
International Longshoremen’s Association
Continental Grain Co
Cargill, Inc
Atlantic
Lumis Lamm
Old Dominion Fre Line
Chesap