About Us
Born on the docks. Built on brotherhood.
From the Docks to the Open Road
The Longshore Brotherhood is a motorcycle riding group founded by members of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union — men and women who work the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, moving the cargo that keeps America running.
We ride together because we work together. The same trust that holds the line on the docks carries us down the highway. Brotherhood isn't just a name — it's how we live.
Our group was built on the values of the ILWU: solidarity, respect, and standing up for one another. Whether we're on the dock or on the road, we look out for our own.
Our Values
Solidarity
We stand together on the docks and on the road. No brother rides alone, no brother stands alone.
Respect
For the work, for the union, for each other. We carry ourselves with the dignity the ILWU was built on.
Brotherhood
More than a club — a family. We show up for each other in every season of life.
Pride
ILWU proud. We represent the hardest-working men and women on the West Coast waterfront.
Representing the Waterfront
The Longshore Brotherhood represents ILWU Locals at the Port of Los Angeles and the Port of Long Beach — our members are from Local 13, Local 63, Local 94, Local 56 and Local 26. We are branching out to other ports up and down the west coast! #ILWUSTRONG #SOLIDARITY # UNITY
Our members are clerks, foremen, and longshore workers who have dedicated their careers to the waterfront. The group is our way of honoring that work and celebrating the community it built. From the Dock to the crane we move cargo.
Ride With Us
Interested in joining the Longshore Brotherhood? Membership is open to active and retired ILWU members and their families. Come to a ride and introduce yourself.