Italy transport strikes scheduled for September and October 2026

Italy is facing a series of transport strikes scheduled for late September and October 2026, affecting rail, maritime, and local public transit services.

On September 21, 2026, a rail strike in the Emilia-Romagna region will impact Trenitalia operations in Bologna, Reggio Emilia, and Rimini for eight hours. Additionally, a national freight strike by SBB Cargo Italia is set to run from the night of September 20 through the early morning of September 21. Local public transport in specific municipalities near Rome, including Albano Laziale and Ariccia, will also experience a four-hour disruption.

In October, a multi-sector national strike is planned for October 2, involving three hours of rail disruptions and maritime sector actions. On October 8, FS Security personnel in Sicily are scheduled for a 24-hour strike. Furthermore, local public transport in Milan via the ATM Group is expected to face disruptions on October 9.