The federation underscores the sector’s strong opposition to what it views as unfair, presumptive taxation based on non-existent income, as well as the introduction of electronic dispatch notes without meaningful consultation.
Train and suburban rail workers in Greece have announced a 24-hour strike on Tuesday, with additional work stoppages planned, calling for staffing increases, safer conditions and long-delayed rail upgrades
The Taxi Drivers’ Union (SATA) says the strike marks the end of its “silence” and the beginning of a wider campaign to defend the sector’s survival.
Asked about the most contentious provision in the draft legislation, Minister Niki Kerameus said the "...13-hour workday is not mandatory, and it can be done three days a month"
A 24-hour nationwide strike has been called in Greece for Tuesday, allow its impact is expected to be limited, compared to similar such industrial actions in the past
Public transport across Athens will operate on limited schedules Tuesday as unions protest a proposed labor reform extending the legal workday to 13 hours. Demonstrations are planned in central Athens
Commuters in Athens will face major disruptions as unions stage a 24-hour walkout against the government’s proposed labor reforms
Public and private sector unions stage a 24-hour strike on October 1. Transport, ferries, trains, taxis and schools are affected, while flights remain unaffected
Flights from Athens International Airport will operate as scheduled tomorrow October 1, but passengers should expect ongoing delays of up to two hours
Greece faces a nationwide strike on October 1, with major disruptions to public transport, ferries, schools, and public services expected throughout the day
Air traffic controllers in Greece join a 24-hour nationwide strike, prompting Aegean and Olympic Air to offer flexible ticket changes and vouchers for affected passengers
Greek unions halt passenger- ferry services for 24 hours demanding stricter safety after a 20-year-old crew member dies aboard Blue Star Chios
SATA contends that recent government decisions threaten the viability of the taxi profession by opening urban transport to private cars with drivers.
The protest is triggered by a new bill from the Ministry of Labor, which increases the daily working limit to 13 hours.
To minimize disruption for passengers, Hellenic Train, in coordination with the union, has adjusted its timetable.
Greece’s largest public sector union has called a nationwide strike on August 28, protesting a government bill on disciplinary law for civil servants. A rally is planned in central Athens as services across the public sector are expected to shut down
Their mobilization coincides with the summer holiday season—typically a peak period for vehicle maintenance and rentals—potentially disrupting services at a critical time.
PENEN has not ruled out further action, indicating that the dispute will continue until meaningful negotiations address their core demands
The union emphasized that both its leadership and rank-and-file members unanimously agreed to continue the strike.
Sources within the Ministry of Shipping indicated that in Patras, Greek-flagged passenger and vehicle ferries are currently not operating due to the strike, affecting four vessels.