# USW Local 5000

- **Website:** <https://usw5000.org>
- **Primary alias:** `usw5000.org`

## Description

United Steelworkers Local 5000, commonly referred to as Local 5', is a prominent labor union based in Cleveland, Ohio, representing over 300 unlicensed crew members operating aboard 19 Great Lakes freighters. These dedicated workers are employed by key maritime companies, including Central Marine Logistics, The Interlake Steamship Company, and Key Lakes Inc. Established in 1951, Local 5000 emerged from a pivotal moment in labor history, uniting under the banner of the United Steelworkers of America to fortify labor representation for maritime crews amidst challenging industry dynamics.

The union plays a vital role in negotiating contracts and advocating for the rights and well-being of its members across multiple fleets. In addition to maritime representation, Local 5’ includes a land-based unit servicing the steel industry. With leadership focused on health, safety, and environmental standards, Local 5000 continuously strives to enhance the professional lives of its members. To learn more about their services and initiatives, members and interested individuals are encouraged to explore their website.

## Industries

- 📊 Business and Consumer Services
- 📊 Shipping and Logistics _(under Business and Consumer Services)_
- 🏭 Heavy Industry and Engineering
- 🏎 Vehicles
- 🏎 Boats _(under Vehicles)_

## Links

- [youtube](https://youtube.com/user/Steelworkers)
- [twitter](https://twitter.com/usw5000)
- [instagram](https://instagram.com/usw5000)
- [facebook](https://facebook.com/SailUSW)

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idH3erjsQr/w/100/h/56/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1777745501009)
- icon _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idH3erjsQr/w/400/h/400/theme/dark/icon.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1777745501110)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Congress Blue | #004980 | accent |
| Prussian Blue | #003158 | dark |
| Tacha | #dad55e | light |

## Fonts

- var(--uh-font-header) — asset _(custom)_
- Arial — asset _(custom)_

## Imagery

- banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idH3erjsQr/w/1500/h/500/id-fzr71cW.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1777745501297)

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