"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. 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."
"Verdi said it did not go far enough, demanding a 6% pay rise, at least 250 (roughly $290) more per month and an extra day off for union members."
The Verdi union conducted a full-day strike at Berlin's Brandenburg Airport, halting all passenger flights from early morning until midnight. Approximately 2,000 employees participated, including staff in fire services, air traffic control, and terminal management. Around 445 flights were affected, impacting roughly 57,000 passengers. Airlines successfully rebooked most passengers or offered alternative travel options, leaving terminals largely empty. Despite some services like ground handling and security checks continuing through external providers, flight operations could not be maintained. The strike occurred amid ongoing wage negotiations, with Verdi demanding a 6% pay rise, at least €250 monthly increase, and an additional day off. Airport management criticized the strike as disproportionate and expressed confidence in reaching an agreement at talks scheduled for March 25.
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