Bus and tram stations across 80 cities in Germany are at a standstill as 90,000 public transport workers strike to press for improved working conditions.
The industrial action on Friday was called by the labour union Verdi in all 16 states except Bavaria. In the capital, Berlin, a shorter seven-hour strike was announced
A strike by security staff at 11 German airports on Thursday affected 200,000 travellers and led to about 1,100 flight cancellations or delays, the German Airports Association said.
Verdi said it is seeking improved working conditions, reduced working hours and increased holiday entitlement.
Wage negotiations for public transport have been taking place across Germany, and Verdi said it demands a one-time payment of 3,000 euros ($3,247) to adjust for inflation.
In Berlin, workers at the transit agency BVG are asking for more holiday time and longer breaks. While in other areas, like Brandenburg, workers are demanding pay increases of 20 percent.
Last week, train drivers walked off the job, bringing the national rail system to a near standstill for five days in Europe’s largest economy.
