Strikes to Disrupt Air Travel at German Airports in Hamburg and Munich

Major disruptions are anticipated at airports in Hamburg and Munich due to a 48-hour strike by the Verdi union. The strike, commencing on the night of February 27, 2025, and lasting until the end of the Friday shift, stems from a dispute over collective agreements in the public sector. Verdi confirmed on February 26 that employees at Flughafen AG, security staff, passenger service personnel, and baggage handlers are participating in the strike. The union is demanding improved wages, reduced workloads, and better working hours for all public sector employees. The airport operator anticipates that most flights scheduled before midnight on Friday will likely be canceled by airlines, and passengers should expect significant impacts.