22 Mar 2023 | 02:09 PM UTC
Germany: Staff at Hamburg Airport to strike March 22-23
Staff at Hamburg Airport, Germany, to strike March 22-23; airport and flight disruptions likely.
Event
Staff represented by the Ver.di labor union plan to strike at Hamburg Airport (HAM) late March 22-late March 23. The action relates to disputes over pay. Staff involved in the strike include those carrying out boarding pass checks, maintenance workers, and parking attendants. Airport authorities have stated that they would attempt to maintain normal operations throughout the strike, with the strike expected to be less disruptive than related ver.di strikes March 17-18.
A related protest is to take place at the Rathausschleuse, next to the Hamburg city hall from 08:45 March 23. Associated transport disruptions and a heightened security presence are likely in the vicinity of the protest.
Unless averted, the strike will likely lead to processing delays and possible flight disruptions at HAM. Disruptions could persist after the strike concludes as the airport deals with any passenger backlog.
Advice
Confirm flight status before beginning journeys. Do not check out of accommodations until onward travel is confirmed. Arrive at HAM early March 22-23 to allow additional time to clear passenger processing and airport security procedures.
