We would like to inform you about impending industrial actions that may affect operations at Swedish ports:
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Transport Union: A blockade is scheduled to commence on Wednesday, May 21 at 16:00, halting external staffing, hiring, and overtime across all Swedish harbours. Additionally, strikes are planned in various ports from May 30 to June 15.
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Hamnarbetarförbundet (Dockworkers' Union): A full strike is announced for May 21 from 12:00 to 18:00 in all harbours, followed by a continuous support strike by manning companies starting May 22 at 09:00 until May 26 at 22:30.
Government-appointed mediators are set to initiate negotiations with the unions starting Thursday, May 15. The Swedish Harbours Association is convening to assess the situation and consider potential countermeasures.
For any questions or further information, please reach out to your established contact at ColliCare.
We will continue to provide updates as the situation evolves.