The following is a summary of how the New York/New Jersey waterfront

fared during the contract year, which ended on September 30, 2011.

Cargo Volume: The Port attracted nearly 3.2 million containers in 2011, a 6% increase from previous fiscal year's total of 3.0 million containers.

Benefit Cost: The total cost of fringe benefits for the ILA members-which includes pension, healthcare, vacation and holiday, decreased by $6.5 million, due primarily to a decrease in dental benefit expenses, which are now included in MILA.

Work Force: There were 3,254 active NYSA registered longshore, checker and maintenance workers employed in the Port during the contract year 2011.

Hours Worked: The total hours worked in the port were nearly 10 million, increasing by approximately 2% from previous year, while wages increased by $5.5 million.