Italy: Unionized rail workers to strike across Lombardy Sept. 30-Oct. 1

Unionized rail sector workers plan to strike across the Lombardy region from 03:00 Sept. 30 to 02:00 Oct. 1. Members of the UILT UIL and Orsa Ferrovie labor unions, employed by the Trenord operating company, will strike over working conditions. The industrial action will likely impact national, regional, and local rail travel across the region. However, operators have guaranteed rail services between 06:00-09:00 and 18:00-21:00.

Unless the strike is averted, rail transport disruptions are almost certain across Lombardy Sept. 30. Disruptions may linger through peak hours early Oct. 1. Striking workers could organize pickets near major transport hubs. Authorities will likely deploy increased security to monitor any potential gathering of striking personnel.