Lufthansa Flight Attendants Gear Up for Strike

Flight attendants at Lufthansa and its German regional carrier CityLine have overwhelmingly voted for strike action. The UFO union reported 94% support at Lufthansa and 99% at CityLine. The vote mandates possible escalation in the dispute over failed labor negotiations affecting about 800 cabin crew.

Flight attendants at Lufthansa and its German subsidiary, Lufthansa CityLine, have taken a decisive step towards industrial action. According to the UFO union's statement released on Friday, the employees voted overwhelmingly in favor of a strike.

Strike support was 94% at Lufthansa and an even higher 99% at CityLine, where not a single 'no' vote was recorded. The union highlighted the breakdown in collective labor negotiations at Lufthansa, while CityLine's management refused to discuss a social plan, despite impending operational shutdowns impacting approximately 800 cabin crew.

With the strong backing from workers, the union now holds a mandate to intensify the dispute unless the employers propose substantial offers.

(With inputs from agencies.)