Germany – Security During G-7 Summit

The German government will host the 2015 G-7 summit June 7-8 in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The annual summit is usually accompanied by anti-globalization protests, high security, and business disruptions. Due to high demand associated with the event, there will be very little, if any, lodging available in Mittenwald or Garmisch-Partenkirchen town June …

Iceland – Aviation and Transport Strike

Unionized employees in Iceland’s aviation, transport, and private sectors announced plans to stage a series of strikes June 2-10. Unless averted, the work stoppages could cause delays and some cancellations across the country’s airspace, as well as significant transit and commercial freight disruptions.

Italy – Airport Staff to Strike

Employees in the Italian aviation sector, including pilots, flight attendants, ground-handlers, and airport service workers will stage strikes on May 25. Unless averted, the work stoppages could cause delays and some cancellations of short-to-medium haul flights across the country’s airspace.