Flight Cancellations at Hamburg Airport Due to Surprise Strike

SOURCE www.npr.org
Flight cancellations at Hamburg Airport due to a surprise strike affecting more than 40,000 passengers ahead of a planned wider protest across Germany amid new contract negotiations.

Key Points

  • Ver.di union organized surprise strike at Hamburg Airport affecting 40,000 passengers
  • Further strikes planned across 13 airports in Germany
  • Strike called to pressure company representatives during contract negotiations
  • Ver.di seeking improvements in occupational health and safety, vacation days, and other benefits
  • Passengers express frustration over the sudden strike

Cons

  • Inconvenience caused to over 40,000 passengers
  • Disruption to travel plans
  • Short notice of strike affecting passengers