January 10, 2025
The CGT union has called for a 48-hour strike from 13 to 15 January, raising concerns about foreign competition and the future of French maritime jobs. (note from editor: why strike at the companies who do fly the French flag?)
- GNV Expansion: Italian operator GNV is reportedly planning a new ferry route between Sète and Algeria, adding to its services to Morocco.
- Worker Protections: CGT warns that foreign-flagged ships, like GNV’s, operate under less protective regulations, creating unfair competition.
- Public Service Funding: The union demands better funding for territorial continuity routes, crucial for connecting Corsica and other destinations.
- Strike Goal: Protect jobs, support the French flag, and ensure fair competition in the maritime sector.
Remark: the three other unions will not strike.
