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Italy Braces for Jan. 9–10 Strike Wave Across Air, Rail and Local Transit

Carriers warn that disruptions may extend beyond declared hours, urging travelers to check services in advance.

Overview

  • Local public transport stoppages began on Jan. 8 in several areas, including Pescara and Chieti, Naples, Bolzano, Teramo, Abruzzo and Lanciano, with a full-day action in Sardinia set for Jan. 9.
  • Air travel faces major disruption on Jan. 9 as easyJet staff strike for 24 hours, Vueling crews stop from 10:00 to 18:00, Assohandlers halt from 13:00 to 17:00 and Swissport and other handlers plan 24-hour actions at Milan Linate with effects at Malpensa.
  • A national railway strike runs from 21:00 on Jan. 9 to 21:00 on Jan. 10 for FS group companies, and operators caution that delays and cancellations could occur before and after the official window.
  • Trenitalia says essential regional services are guaranteed on Jan. 10 from 06:00 to 09:00 and 18:00 to 21:00, with some long‑distance trains also protected during the strike.
  • Education unions initially called a nationwide school staff strike for Jan. 9–10, which has been rescheduled to Jan. 12–13.