17 Nov 2022 | 07:52 AM UTC
South Korea: Employees for three bus companies plan to strike in Gimhae, South Gyeongsang Province, from 06:00 Nov. 18
Bus employees plan to strike in Gimhae, South Korea, from 06:00 Nov. 18. Increased demand for alternative transport likely.
Event
Employees for bus operators Taeyeong Express, Dongbu Transportation, and Gaya IBS plan to strike in Gimhae from 06:00 Nov. 18 after wage negotiations with the city collapsed. Unless averted, the action will impact 28 routes in the city. Gimhae Bus services and routes connecting the city with Busan and Changwon will operate normally.
Authorities will increase Busan-Gimhae Light Rail Transit services and establish four temporary bus routes to reduce disruptions. However, increased for and congestion on alternative transport is likely.
Advice
Seek updated information on bus services. Plan for congestion on alternative transport. Allow additional travel time.
