Unifeeder notifies local union strike to affect Kiel Canal operation

As per official information from the Kiel-Canal Operations the local labour union VERDI will perform a strike of Kiel-Canal Locks (Brunsbuettel) from Wednesday 07.08.13 AM until Sunday 11.08.13 AM. A possible new strike may also occur next week impacting the Kiel-Holtenau-Locks, Unifeeder said in a press release.

This action is expected to have severe impact on the network while most services will have to be diverted via SKAW. We will do our utmost to secure the best possible service under the given circumstance however we do expect delays while the canal traffic will be restricted during mentioned period. We will keep you informed of the schedule impact.