Flight cancellations at Hamburg Airport due to surprise strike by workers
Flight cancellations at Hamburg Airport due to surprise strike by workers affecting more than 40,000 passengers, part of wider protest across Germany amid new contract negotiations. Only 10 out of 280 flights went as planned, causing major disruptions. The union called for the strike to pressure company representatives in collective bargaining talks.
Key Points
- Flight cancellations affecting over 40,000 passengers
- Only 10 out of 280 flights operated as scheduled
- Union calling for strike to pressure company in negotiations
Pros
- Union advocating for improved occupational health and safety, more vacation days, and other benefits for employees
Cons
- Disruption and inconvenience caused to tens of thousands of travelers