The strike, called by a coalition of Italian unions across public and private sectors, specifically targets logistics, warehousing and goods transport. This means that warehouse and distribution activity is expected to slow sharply, particularly in northern logistics hubs. USB Logistica has already held assemblies in Lombardy to coordinate participation among warehouse workers and couriers. Operators anticipate delayed loading and unloading, reduced staffing and possible backlogs at sorting centres, which may ripple into weekend operations.
The motorway network will also be affected. Highway personnel responsible for toll booths, maintenance and emergency support will stop work from 22:00 on 27 November to 22:00 on 28 November. Reduced staffing could lead to congestion at key toll points and slower response times on main freight corridors, especially along the busy north–south industrial routes.
Significant disruption is also expected at Italian ports, with mobilisation announced in Genoa, Trieste, Livorno and Civitavecchia. These gateways have seen tensions rise in recent months, and unions now plan a coordinated blockade on 28 November. Hauliers may face extended waiting times, slower terminal operations and delays in roll-on/roll-off traffic serving the islands.
The strike extends to rail and air cargo as well. Rail workers will stop for 24 hours from 21:00 on 27 November, affecting intermodal flows, while air-handling staff — particularly at Milan Malpensa’s cargo city — are set to join the walkout.
Although framed around broader budget concerns, unions say the mobilisation reflects longstanding issues in logistics, including low pay, safety risks and long working hours. A national demonstration is planned in Rome on 29 November, indicating further tensions ahead for the sector.
