"All passengers were informed in good time by their airlines and did not come to the airport at all. Flights were rebooked or alternative travel options were offered. According to the operators, around 445 flights affecting approximately 57,000 passengers are impacted."
"Roughly 2,000 employees are taking part, including staff in fire services, air traffic control and terminal management. The union is asking for a salary increase of 6% or at least 250 euros more per month and an extra day off for union members."
"Despite some services, such as ground handling and security checks, being run by external providers not involved in the strike, maintaining flight operations has not been possible. The airport operator criticized the strike as disproportionate, citing already strained conditions linked to the Iran war."
The Verdi union conducted a full-day strike at Berlin Brandenburg Airport on Wednesday, halting all passenger flight operations from early morning until midnight. Approximately 2,000 employees participated, including staff in fire services, air traffic control, and terminal management. The strike impacted around 445 flights and 57,000 passengers. Airlines proactively informed passengers, preventing significant airport congestion. The union demands a 6% salary increase, at least 250 euros monthly raise, and an additional day off. Despite external providers maintaining some services like ground handling and security, flight operations remained impossible. Airport management criticized the strike as disproportionate and expressed confidence in reaching an agreement at upcoming negotiations scheduled for March 25.
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