Italian dockworker unions confirm nationwide strike on February 6

Italy’s port operations are set for disruption as dockworkers prepare for a nationwide strike on February 6, 2026, raising concerns across the European maritime and logistics sectors.

The Genoa-based grassroots dockworkers’ union Unione Sindacale di Base (USB) has announced a 24-hour international general strike that will involve port workers and the wider maritime sector at ports throughout Italy. The planned action is expected to affect cargo handling, vessel turnaround times, and related port services, potentially creating delays in regional supply chains.

The strike is not limited to Italy alone. Several labour and port organizations outside the country have formally aligned with the February 6 action, signaling broader solidarity across the maritime workforce. Trade unions in Greece, Turkey, and Morocco have also announced strike plans on the same day, although it is still unclear to what extent the maritime sector in those countries will be directly impacted.

With multiple ports and international unions involved, shipping lines, freight forwarders, and logistics operators are closely monitoring the situation for possible operational disruptions and schedule adjustments.