week in Düsseldorf commences with additional warning strikes
On Tuesday, 28th February, employees of Rheinbahn public transport will participate in a warning strike, scheduled to last until Tuesday morning, 29th February. The strike is part of a series of actions taken by union ver.di to pressure employers in the public sector.
During the strike, buses and trams operated by Rheinbahn will be out of service, while S and regional trains will run as usual. The strike is expected to paralyse the public transport system in the area, causing significant disruptions to commuters and travel plans.
Passengers using Rheinbahn public transport are encouraged to minimise their hand luggage to speed up the security checks. In addition, Rheinbahn customer centres will be closed, and the Südpark P&R parking lot cannot be used on the strike day.
Rheinbahn has not made any announcements regarding the number of services that will be affected by the strike. However, an emergency timetable will be implemented for several lines, including lines 730, 746, 751, 770, 771, 782, 785, 831, 834, SB51, O5, O6, O14, and O19.
The strike will affect the entire Rheinbahn network in Düsseldorf, Mettmann, Meerbusch, and connections to Duisburg, Krefeld, Neuss, and Ratingen.
Passengers are advised to check the current status of their travel plans with the relevant authorities before travelling. It is important to note that the strike on Rheinbahn is not expected to have any impact on Düsseldorf Airport operations.
For more detailed information on strikes in this period, it is recommended to check German trade unions’ official announcements (e.g., Ver.di or EVG unions), Düsseldorf Airport’s press releases or service notices, Rheinbahn’s public communication channels from early 2023, and local news archives from Düsseldorf around those dates.
The strike by Rheinbahn employees could potentially disrupt the finance sector, as many commuters who rely on public-transit might experience delays or cancellations. Additionally, the industry of transportation, particularly in Düsseldorf, Mettmann, Meerbusch, Duisburg, Krefeld, Neuss, and Ratingen, may face significant challenges due to the cessation of buses and trams by Rheinbahn.
