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🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Germany: Chaos on the Roads, Public Transport Paralyzed

Public transport services in Germany are disrupted due to warning strikes called by the Verdi union, causing frustration among many workers.

Feb 27 • 09:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Employees of municipal transport companies are on strike across Germany

Employees of municipal transport companies in Germany have gone on strike, affecting public transportation services.

Feb 27 • 07:57 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Metro: Work stoppage on Saturday, from the start of circulation until 9 in the morning

Workers of the Athens Urban Transport Organization will strike on Saturday morning to commemorate the anniversary of a railway tragedy.

Feb 26 • 20:02 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Farmers and Transport Workers Threaten to Mobilize During the 2026 World Cup: 'There Are Critical Circumstances'

Farmers and transport workers in Mexico are planning protests during the 2026 World Cup to highlight ongoing issues in agriculture and transportation.

Feb 26 • 19:39 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

How subways, trains and buses will operate during the protests against labor reform this Friday, February 27

Workers' unions in Argentina are planning a strike and mobilization against labor reform, raising concerns about the impact on public transport services.

Feb 26 • 16:12 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Transporters affected by the ‘narcoblockades’

National transport workers in Mexico are threatening to go on strike due to security concerns and violence caused by drug-related blockades.

Feb 26 • 08:40 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Tempe: Nationwide 24-hour strike on Saturday 28/2 – Who participates

A nationwide 24-hour strike in Greece is set for February 28, 2026, in remembrance of the tragic railway disaster in Tempe.

Feb 25 • 12:40 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Tariff Round: Verdi Paralyzes Buses and Trains on Friday and Saturday

Workers in Germany's public transportation sector are facing significant disruptions due to strikes called by the Verdi union on February 27 and in many places on February 28.

Feb 24 • 15:11 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Strike in Public Transport: Verdi Should Do Everything for an Acceptable Agreement

A strike by the Verdi union in Germany's public transport sector is set to cause major disruptions as they demand better conditions for workers.

Feb 24 • 13:44 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Germany is Threatened by Travel Chaos Due to Transportation Workers' Strike

Transportation workers across Germany are initiating a 48-hour strike starting Friday, prompting concerns of significant travel disruptions for millions.

Feb 24 • 11:40 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Railway Workers Don’t Want Longer Trucks

The European Railway and Infrastructure Managers' Community is protesting against the EU's revision of regulations allowing longer trucks in international transport, citing concerns for the railway industry's competitiveness.

Feb 23 • 17:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Finding a job at 50 can be a tough nut to crack. The Brno Public Transport Company is attracting the older generation behind the wheel

The Brno Public Transport Company in Czechia is launching initiatives to attract older drivers to address workforce shortages.

Feb 23 • 15:50 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A new transport benefit is proposed: here’s who could benefit from it

A proposed bill in Lithuania aims to provide significant public transport discounts for workers living far from their jobs, potentially boosting employment in urban areas.

Feb 21 • 14:13 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Another Soviet escalator disappears from the Prague metro. Workers are now gradually removing it at Flora

Workers are progressively removing another Soviet-era escalator from the Prague metro at the Flora station.

Feb 20 • 07:47 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Supermarkets, shopping centers, and businesses today during the strike of February 19 by the CGT

The general strike called by the CGT on February 19 impacts the operations of supermarkets and businesses across Argentina, largely influenced by the availability of public transport and workers.

Feb 19 • 15:07 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The CGT activates the fourth general strike against Milei: there will be no transport and the left and K unions will march to Congress

The CGT labor union in Argentina has announced its fourth general strike against President Javier Milei's government due to proposed labor reforms, coinciding with a critical session in Congress.

Feb 18 • 20:36 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

Union Leader Arrested After Shootout in Oaxaca Bar Linked to Extortions and Floor Collection

Rene 'N', leader of the Transport Workers Union, was arrested following a shootout in an Oaxaca bar and is linked to extortion and kidnapping charges.

Feb 17 • 23:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

VIDEO: NURTW names Lagos motor-park after Tinubu

The Lagos chapter of the National Union of Road Transport Workers has inaugurated a motor park named after President Bola Tinubu, highlighting his influence since taking office.

Feb 17 • 14:07 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

"No strikes during the Olympics". Salvini mandates air transport workers

Italy's Infrastructure and Transport Minister Matteo Salvini has announced plans to mandate air transport workers amidst announced strikes during the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in Milan-Cortina 2026.

Feb 13 • 16:34 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Collective Bargaining: New Strikes in Local Transport

Bus drivers and other local transport workers in Bavaria are striking for higher wages, disrupting services in cities such as Munich, Nuremberg, and Passau.

Feb 12 • 11:34 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Semovi CdMx reaches agreement with the Alliance of Tram Workers regarding salaries

The City of Mexico's Mobility Secretariat has reached an agreement with the Alliance of Tram Workers to adjust the minimum salary scale across different levels in the organization.

Feb 11 • 01:40 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The UTA threatens with a bus strike for Wednesday in the interior of the country

The Union of Automotive Transport Workers (UTA) has announced a potential strike for Wednesday if provincial companies do not meet an agreement similar to that of the AMBA region.

Feb 9 • 17:06 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Public Transport: 'Money is not everything'

U-Bahn driver Alexandra Novakovic advocates for better appreciation and working conditions for public transport staff amid ongoing strikes in Munich.

Feb 9 • 15:29 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Next Week: Public Transport in Munich Will Be Striking Again – Other Areas Are Affected Too

Public transport workers in Munich, including U-Bahn, tram, and bus drivers, are set to strike again, with additional strikes expected in other sectors such as education and healthcare.

Feb 7 • 11:05 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Transport and the unions of Adif and Renfe still fail to reach an agreement and the strike continues

After three days of negotiations, the Ministry of Transport and unions representing workers from Adif and Renfe have yet to reach an agreement regarding the planned strike on February 9, 10, and 11, with unions calling for increased investments in railway infrastructure following recent accidents.

Feb 6 • 10:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bus workers' strike ends after Labor Court decision in São Luís

The strike by urban transport workers in São Luís was concluded following a decision by the Regional Labor Court of the 16th Region.

Feb 5 • 17:29 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Transport and the Adif and Renfe unions still without agreement and the strike on February 9, 10, and 11 continues

Following a second meeting, the Ministry of Transport and representatives of Adif and Renfe workers have yet to reach an agreement regarding a strike scheduled for February 9, 10, and 11 due to recent high-speed train accidents.

Feb 5 • 13:16 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Will there be traffic due to the Metro workers' march? CdMx will have 6 blockades and a demonstration TODAY February 4 | List

Various municipalities in Mexico City anticipate blockades and disruptions that could hinder the movement of drivers and public transport users due to demonstrations by Metro workers.

Feb 4 • 12:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

From little staff to lack of responsibility: all the complaints of Adif and Renfe workers that led them to demand the resignation of Óscar Puente

Workers from Adif and Renfe have staged protests demanding the resignation of Transport Minister Óscar Puente due to numerous complaints regarding staffing and accountability issues, amplified by recent train accidents.

Feb 4 • 00:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Strike of bus drivers affects trade and complicates transportation for workers in Greater São Luís

A strike by bus drivers in Greater São Luís is disrupting commerce and hindering workers' transportation, particularly affecting sales expectations ahead of the carnival season.

Feb 3 • 18:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Public Transport Workers' Strike Reaches 5th Day in Greater São Luís and Raises Questions About Work Absences; Understand

The public transport workers' strike in Greater São Luís has reached its fifth day, causing difficulties for commuters and raising questions about potential penalties for absences during the strike.

Feb 3 • 15:52 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Adif and Renfe workers protest after recent accidents: 'We need to act radically'

Workers from Adif and Renfe protested in front of the Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility demanding accountability and better railway management following recent accidents in Adamuz and Rodalies.

Feb 3 • 12:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Massive protest by Renfe and Adif workers in front of the Ministry of Transport led by Óscar Puente: "More investment is needed"

A large protest by Renfe and Adif workers took place in Madrid, voicing their dissatisfaction with the government's lack of investment in railway infrastructure and safety following recent accidents.

Feb 3 • 12:02 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

German cities grind to halt amid massive strike

Tens of thousands of public transport workers in Germany have gone on strike, crippling city transport services as they demand better pay and working conditions amidst freezing temperatures.

Feb 2 • 19:14 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Effective Verdi Warning Strikes in Public Transport: Dead Silence at Stops

On Monday, public transport across Germany came to a near halt due to Verdi's warning strike demanding better working conditions for employees.

Feb 2 • 18:16 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

This strike is inhumane

WELT chief reporter Anna Schneider criticizes the current strike in public transport as inhumane, given the extreme weather conditions, calling it absurd for workers to strike against the very citizens who pay them.

Feb 2 • 17:45 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

RECORD-LINE CRISIS ⟩ Last year, over 6000 seafarers were left trapped on ships

In 2025, an unprecedented crisis in international shipping saw over 6000 seafarers abandoned on ships without pay, food, or a way to return home, according to the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF).

Feb 2 • 17:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Strike in Germany's regional public transport, hardship for millions of passengers across the country

A strike in Germany's regional public transport has caused significant disruptions for millions of passengers as workers demand better working conditions, including longer breaks and higher night and weekend bonuses.

Feb 2 • 15:18 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Germany is gripped by a public transport strike

A public transport strike in Germany, led by the Verdi union, aims for shorter shifts and higher pay for workers, impacting nearly 100,000 employees from 150 transport companies amidst harsh winter conditions.

Feb 2 • 12:13 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

TRANSPORT STRIKE ⟩ Nationwide bus and train drivers' strike leaves Germans waiting

In Germany, most platforms and waiting areas are empty today as tens of thousands of transport sector workers strike in protest.

Feb 2 • 11:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bus drivers' strike reaches 4th day in Greater São Luís despite court order to maintain 80% fleet

The bus drivers' strike in São Luís and the Metropolitan Region has entered its 4th day, affecting around 700,000 users, despite a court ruling requiring 80% of the fleet to operate; the drivers are demanding a 12% salary increase, a food allowance of R$ 1,500, and the inclusion of an additional dependent in the health plan.

Feb 2 • 11:48 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Dozens of thousands of workers in public transport are on strike in Germany

A massive public transportation strike in Germany has left passengers facing freezing temperatures and empty platforms as tens of thousands of workers halted bus and tram services following a union call.

Feb 2 • 09:59 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
World

Open the border and the number transported from Gaza

Israel plans to open its border with Gaza and Egypt at Rafah tomorrow, allowing only Gaza residents to cross as ambulance workers await to transport hospitalized patients.

Feb 1 • 14:55 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Trial over train accident in Garmisch: Expert exonerates the accused railway workers

A transport infrastructure expert testified in court regarding the 2022 train accident in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, exonerating both accused railway workers.

Jan 13 • 07:52 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

VIDEO You must see this: Our neighbors are clearing snow with a leaf blower

In Serbia, an extraordinary state has been declared in 11 municipalities due to heavy snow and ice, severely disrupting public transport and making streets impassable, with public outrage fueled by footage of workers using a leaf blower to clear the snow.

Jan 12 • 17:12 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

ZET Workers Had to Thaw the Tracks with a Torch. Take a Look

Due to heavy snowdrifts and ice on tram tracks, significant disruptions occurred in tram traffic in Zagreb's central square, leading to accidents and delays.

Jan 6 • 21:19 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Ibiza withdraws free bus for migrants registered without DNI or NIE to "avoid fraud" from tourists and seasonal workers

Ibiza has decided to stop offering free bus services to migrants registered without proper identification to prevent potential fraud involving tourists and seasonal workers.

Dec 27 • 19:19 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Life & Tech

"I feel like I don't belong": these French people forced to work on Christmas and New Year's

The article features testimonies from French workers in healthcare, hospitality, and transport, who are compelled to work during the holiday season, often without choice.

Dec 26 • 18:04 UTC

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