The Danish Train Drivers' Union, known as Lokoførernes Forbund, has announced a major 24-hour strike set to begin at 3:00 AM on March 22. This action follows a complete breakdown in negotiations over a new collective agreement. The union made the announcement in a press release issued late on March 20.
All train services operated by DSB and Arriva across Denmark will be affected by the strike. DSB has already warned passengers to prepare for what it describes as 'massive disruptions' to travel plans. The company is advising people to seek alternative forms of transport for the duration of the strike.
The core dispute that led to the strike centers on issues related to shift scheduling and the length of rest periods for train drivers. These negotiations between the union and the employers broke down on March 19, just days before the strike was called. The failure to reach an agreement has now escalated into this significant industrial action.
The 24-hour work stoppage is expected to cause widespread cancellations and major logistical challenges for commuters and businesses reliant on rail freight. The strike will halt passenger and freight services on one of Denmark's primary transport networks, impacting travel across the country from the early hours of Friday morning.