07 Jun 2024 | 03:01 PM UTC
Italy: Air travel workers to strike in multiple locations nationwide June 15
Unionized Air Dolomiti and Bologna, Naples, and Venice airport workers to strike in Italy June 15. Air travel disruptions likely.
Air travel workers employed by a number of organizations plan to strike in Italy June 15. The following strikes are planned:
Air Dolomiti (EN): Technical navigation staff to strike 00:01-23:59.
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): Ground handling staff to strike 13:00-17:00.
Naples-Capodichino International Airport (NAP): Air traffic control (ATC) staff to strike 13:00-17:00.
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE): Security and ground handling staff to strike 13:00-17:00.
Air Dolomiti flight disruptions are likely nationwide and may continue in the early morning hours June 16. Air travel disruptions are likely at BLQ, NAP, and VCE during the strike hours and may linger through the evening. Picket protests are possible; heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near any demonstrations that occur.
Reconfirm planned travel via Air Dolomiti on June 15 and via BLQ, NAP, or VCE in the afternoon or evening of June 15. Allow additional time for air travel via Air Dolomiti and the affected airports. Avoid all protests as a standard precaution. Strictly heed all instructions from authorities.
