Belgium: Unionized groundstaff workers plan to strike at Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL), May 2

Unionized groundstaff workers plan 24-hour strike at Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL), May 2. The CSC (Confederation of Christian Unions) is demanding improved working conditions. As of April 30, the FGTB (Federation of Belgian General Workers) may also join the industrial action. Authorities have yet to confirm the extent of any flight disruptions.

The strike will likely cause passenger and luggage processing, aircraft handling, and other ground operations disruptions. The action will likely lead to increased check-in times, delays in airport transit times, and potential flight delays. Striking workers may form pickets at airport access points. Lingering disruptions are possible in the hours following the strike as the airport deals with a backlog of passengers and reorganizes flight schedules.