South Korea: Hyundai Heavy Industries workers to stage strike in Ulsan July 6-9

Event

Unionized workers at Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) facilities in Ulsan plan to strike July 6-9. Organizers have reportedly planned the work stoppage to demand increased wages. The industrial action will likely affect production at HHI's main shipyard in Ulsan.

Striking workers will probably stage demonstrations during the walkout. During previous labor actions, union leaders organized protests in and around the main yard in Ulsan. Workers have also gathered in other areas of the city, especially near Ulsan City Hall. Less frequently, protesters have also blocked access roads to the shipyard. Officials will likely increase security if demonstrations materialize. Localized traffic disruptions are possible. Minor confrontations between police and protesting workers cannot be ruled out.

Advice

Limit exposure to possible protest locations as a precaution. Allow additional time to reach destinations if traveling near the HHI shipyard in Ulsan due to possible localized traffic disruptions.