Verdi Strike at Berlin Airport Causes Flight Cancellations to Munich
Berlin, March 19 – A comprehensive strike by the Verdi trade union at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) has led to numerous flight cancellations, significantly affecting air travel between Berlin and Munich. The industrial action, which began early this morning, has brought operations at BER to a near standstill, with no regular flights possible. This strike comes amidst ongoing and unresolved tariff negotiations between Verdi and airport operators.
Widespread Disruptions at BER and Munich Airport
The Verdi strike, initiated on Wednesday morning, has effectively halted all regular flight operations at Berlin Brandenburg Airport. According to information from the airport operating company FBB, passengers are advised to seek information on rebooking and alternative travel options. The impact of the strike is also keenly felt at Munich Airport, with a significant number of Lufthansa flights between the two cities being cancelled.
Reports indicate that twenty Lufthansa flight connections between Berlin and Munich have been annulled. Lufthansa has stated that affected passengers were informed in advance and have the option to switch to rail connections as an alternative travel method. This disruption is part of a broader wave of strikes affecting both public transport and air travel across Germany, causing massive inconveniences for commuters and travelers alike.
Background of the Strike: Unresolved Tariff Dispute
The Verdi trade union called for the all-day warning strike at Berlin Airport due to a deadlock in tariff negotiations with employers. Holger Rößler, Verdi’s chief negotiator, criticized the airport operator’s
