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18 August 2026

Warning strike at six German seaports may disrupt operations

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Warning strike at six German seaports may disrupt operations

A 24-hour warning strike is underway at six German seaports , with operational disruptions expected during the industrial action. According to Hapag-Lloyd, the strike was called by German trade union ver. di and began on the evening of 17 August 2026 . Six German ports affected The warning strike affects the ports of Hamburg, Bremerhaven, Bremen, Wilhelmshaven, Emden and Brake . Hapag-Lloyd said disruptions are expected at the affected ports during the strike period.

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