ILA Local 1291

Before we start our cruise operation tomorrow, Local 1291 would like to express our gratitude to ILA Local 1416 President Eugene Dixon, Vice President Stephen Hopkins, Business Agent Larry McKnight, Financial Secretary-Treasurer Dana Ferguson, and Recording Secretary & Trustee Delandrius Jackson, along with the entire Local 1416 membership.

Our time here was highly educational. Observing your cruise operations -The Cruise Capital of the World!!- along with the structure of your local and the strong sense of solidarity among your members is truly amazing.

God Bless the ILA! 👍

Thank you to Ports America, Scott Cowan, and the brothers of ILA Local 333 in Baltimore for having us. We are truly grateful for your support and hospitality.

Pictured (left to right):
Michael “Ace” McCan, Local 1242, Secretary-Treasurer
William Young, Local 333, Walking Delegate
Craig Slattery, Local 1291, Business Agent
Christopher Barry, Local 333, Recording Secretary
Jason Casper, Local 1566, Vice President
Michael Coe, Local 333, Vice President, ILA ACD Vice President 
David Saunders, Local 1291, Business Agent
Robert Daly, Local 1566, President
Alexander Braun Jr., Local 1242, Business Agent
Maurice Mulgrew, Local 1291, Secretary-Treasurer

Not pictured:
Timothy Krajewski, Local 333, Secretary-Treasurer

Attention Local 1291

On Wednesday, February 18, 2026, a PMTA–ILA New Pension Plan Seminar will be held to discuss the VAPP.

Location:
Sheet Metal Workers Union Hall
1301 South Columbus Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Time: 6:00 PM

Another seminar will be held on Thursday, February 19, 2026.

Location:
ILA Local 1694 Hiring Hall
200 S Claymont St
Wilmington, DE 19801
Time: 6:00 PM

All ILA workers from Philadelphia and Wilmington are welcome to attend. Join us to learn about your new Pension Plan and how it benefits you!

🚢Tioga Marine Terminal 🌿

Local 1291 members are hard at work unloading eucalyptus wood pulp from the Quetzal Arrow ! 💪 Their dedication keeps the supply chain moving smoothly and efficiently.

ILA Local 1291 x All In Solutions – Second Annual Toy Drive! 🎄

We’re collecting new, unwrapped toys from Nov 28 – Dec 19 to help families in need enjoy a brighter holiday season.

Check our bio for the Amazon Wish List!

Additional Drop-Off Locations:
• Tioga Marine Terminal (Evers Trailer)
• Packer Ave Marine Terminal (Building 16)

Thank you for helping us make a difference this holiday season!

ILA Local 1291 Thanksgiving Food Drive!

What a great turnout! Thank you to ILA Local 1291, Philadelphia-Wilmington District Council, and everyone who contributed. Together, we donated just shy of 1,000 pounds of food to support families in need!

Huge shout-out to the amazing Food Bank of South Jersey volunteers for helping us unload all the donations😁

We hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving this year!

🦃 Thanksgiving Food Drive Alert!

We’re proud to partner with the Food Bank of South Jersey this year to help support families in need this Thanksgiving.

Please bring canned goods and non-perishable food items to any of our drop-off locations and help make a difference!!!

Today, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, dedication, and sacrifice.
Thank you to every veteran — past and present — for your unwavering commitment to our nation.

We are very excited about the new SUPER TIER! Please read the few slides above 👆 we will have more information on this new plan in the next few days!

The United States Marine Corps and Navy celebrated their 250th anniversary last week in Philadelphia, where several major events took place!