All flights at Berlin's BER airport have been canceled due to a 24-hour warning strike by the Verdi union, affecting 246 flights and 67,000 passengers. The strike began early morning as employees of ground transportation ceased work amid ongoing wage disputes. Verdi is demanding an eight percent pay rise and improved working conditions, including additional leave for shift workers. The strike impacts 13 airports across Germany, with more than 3,400 flights expected to be canceled, showcasing the significant disruption in the aviation sector due to labor disputes.
The Verdi union's warning strike has caused all flights at Berlin's BER airport to be canceled, affecting 246 arrivals and departures, impacting 67,000 passengers.
With the warning strikes impacting 13 German airports, the Verdi union demands an eight percent wage increase and improved occupational health and safety standards.
Flight operations at Berlin's BER airport are set to resume Tuesday following a day-long walkout that saw employees in ground transportation halt services amid ongoing contract disputes.
The union is negotiating not only for wage increases but also improved working conditions, including 30 days of vacation and additional leave for shift workers.
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