2008 Might be ‘Perfect Storm’ for Ports

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It’s here. 2008. The year of “wild cards” economists warned about in ’07, the Long Beach Post-Telegram reports.


The “perfect storm” of potential waterfront labor trouble, industry revolt and government regulation that could have long-lasting impacts on operations at local ports.


New environmental initiatives, cargo fees, labor uncertainties, a slumping economy, national elections, security regulations, legal battles, Olympic games and a few other factors point to at least some upheaval in coming months.


Their impact is unknown at this point, but here’s a few issues to watch out for in 2008.


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