Coordinated International Port Strikes Disrupt European and Mediterranean Shipping

Dockworkers across 10 countries and over 50 ports in Europe and the Mediterranean are staging a coordinated international strike on October 30, 2026. The "Ports in Action" network, backed by the World Federation of Trade Unions, is protesting military cargo movements, the militarization of ports, and demanding better pay and working conditions. This action is expected to cause 3-5 day delays in berthing, gate operations, and feeder services across major hubs in Italy, France, and Greece, significantly impacting global trade and supply chains.