Italy: Unionized rail transport personnel to strike nationwide July 6-7

Unionized rail transport workers employed by Trenord, Trenitalia, and Trenitalia Tper plan to strike nationwide from 21:00 July 6-21:00 July 7. The industrial action was proclaimed by CUB, SGB, and USB unions; the purpose of the strike is to demand improved working conditions.

Rail transport service disruptions are likely across the three carriers' networks during the strike period; delays could extend into early July 8 as railway companies reposition rolling stock and work through any passenger backlogs. Picket protests are possible at railway hubs across the region during the work stoppage; heightened security and localized road traffic disruptions could occur near any such demonstrations that may materialize.