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Ex Ilva workers strike and protests over plant shutdown
Ex Ilva workers have initiated strikes and protests in response to a court-ordered shutdown, demanding job security and clarity on future operations.
No new coverage since 19 October 2026.
The story so far as of 19 October 2026
On October 12, 2026, workers at the Ex Ilva steel plant in Taranto began a 24-hour strike following a court order to shut down the hot area of the plant by October 28. The strike, organized by various unions, demanded job security and clarity on the plant's future. On October 14, Ex Ilva's commissioners confirmed that operations at key plants would continue despite the labor disputes. However, strikes persisted on October 15, with workers continuing to protest for four days. On October 19, Ex Ilva workers occupied Genoa's Cristoforo Colombo Airport, protesting against layoffs and demanding continued operations, causing flight delays.
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- Internal tension
Ex Ilva workers occupy Genoa airport amid protests
Impact Airlines and logistics firms face delays at Genoa airport; regional officials engage with workers.
Sources: Rai News ↗, La Repubblica ↗
- Internal tension
Ex Ilva strike continues despite assurances
Impact Manufacturers and suppliers linked to Ex Ilva face operational uncertainties due to ongoing strikes.
Sources: Affaritaliani.it ↗
- Companies
Ex Ilva confirms operations at key plants
Impact Manufacturers and suppliers linked to Ex Ilva can expect continued operations, ensuring supply chain stability.
Sources: TGcom24 ↗
- Disruption
Ex Ilva workers strike over plant shutdown
Impact Manufacturers relying on Ex Ilva face supply disruptions; logistics firms see delays.
Sources: Rai News ↗, TGcom24 ↗, Fonte Ufficiale ↗
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