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SNCF Maintains Over 90% TGV Service Despite High Strike Participation

A controllers' strike with 60% participation sees limited disruption as SNCF deploys trained volunteers and offers passenger compensation.

La plupart des trains pourront rouler malgré la grève. (Photo d’illustration)
Malgré 60 % de grévistes parmi les chefs de bord TGV vendredi 9 mai 2025, la SNCF prévoit de faire circuler plus de neuf trains sur dix. Elle promet une solution de remplacement gratuite le jour même pour les voyageurs concernés.
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Overview

  • Approximately 60% of TGV controllers participated in the strike on May 9, 2025, called by SUD-Rail and the Collectif national ASCT.
  • SNCF successfully operated over 90% of TGV trains by utilizing trained volunteers to replace striking staff.
  • Passengers affected by cancellations were offered free same-day rebooking and 50% discount vouchers for future trips.
  • Regional, Intercités, and Transilien services remained largely unaffected, with normal operations projected for the weekend.
  • The CGT-Cheminots union announced additional strike dates in June, escalating demands for better bonuses and scheduling reforms.