BRASÍLIA: Customs workers in Brazil are set to go on strike from Wednesday, a move that could impact port operations in the country, shipping sources said Tuesday.
The “standard operation” strike, which means the minimum permitted numbers of staff will be on duty, currently has no set end-date, Inchcape Shipping Services said in an advisory Tuesday.
“ISS Brazil is working to co-ordinate berthing for its clients to avoid the strike and minimize impact where possible,” the marine services provider said.
The strike is being called by the National Union of Customs Officials, known as National Sindifisco, and is aimed at improving salaries and working conditions for customs officers, according to a Brazil-based shipping agent.
