A US port strike has been averted, at least for the time being.

The International Longshoreman’s Association (ILA) and the US Maritime Alliance (USMX) representing management said late on Wednesday that the sides had reached a tentative agreement on a new six-year contract.

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The agreement, subject to ratification on both sides, prevents a work stoppage initially set for 15 January.