Cargo disruption as Chennai ports strike

• The strike has been declared after discussions between three associations involved in the trade failed to agree to increase the rates.
• On 7 July, labor action stopped import-export activities at the Adani Kattupalli, Chennai, and Kamarajar ports while 8,000 containers are stranded.
• Over 4,000 vehicles are participating in the strike at Indian ports, demanding an 80% increase in fees due to growing fuel costs.

Posted on July 11, 2022