A 24-hour strike at key German airports on Monday left over half a million passengers stranded, with over 1,000 flight cancellations, as workers demand higher wages and better conditions.
A 24-hour strike at major German airports on Monday left over half a million passengers stranded, severely disrupting air travel across the country. The strike, led by the Verdi union, affected 13 airports, including Germany's busiest, Frankfurt, where no passenger flights were allowed to depart. Over 1,000 flights were canceled at Frankfurt alone, with cancellations expected to rise and delays anticipated to continue into Tuesday.
Travelers had mixed reactions to the strike. While some sympathized with the workers' demands, others expressed frustration at the inconvenience. One stranded passenger, Frank Seier, acknowledged the workers’ desire for higher wages but noted that strikes often hurt the wrong people.
In contrast, Damian Zawierucha, another passenger, explained that his family was prepared for the disruptions after being notified in advance and was content to wait for their flight.
The strike stems from ongoing labor negotiations, with workers demanding an 8% wage increase or at least a 350-euro raise per month, along with higher bonuses and more time off. The Verdi union argues that the current working conditions, particularly the challenging shift work at airports, are unsustainable. However, employers have rejected the demands, calling them unaffordable.
Verdi spokesperson Matthias Venema criticized the lack of a concrete offer from employers, stating that without progress in negotiations, it would be difficult to move forward with collective bargaining.
The disruption extended beyond Monday, with Hamburg airport experiencing nearly 300 flight cancellations on Sunday, March 9, after ground handlers unexpectedly walked out. This surprise action caught many travelers off guard and exacerbated the chaos. Verdi explained that the sudden strike was meant to pressure employers into improving their offer, arguing that such actions were necessary for the negotiations to be taken seriously.
As the strike continues, the impact on air travel remains significant, and passengers are left uncertain about the coming days.
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