Italy is preparing for widespread disruption on Friday, 12 December 2025, as the country’s largest union confederation, CGIL, stages a full-day general strike. The action will involve workers across both public and private sectors and is expected to be one of the most significant interruptions to daily operations and travel this December.
What’s Happening on 12 December
The strike will run for the entire day, with rail services particularly affected. Current guidance from Italian transport authorities indicates that trains may be cancelled from 00:01 until 21:00, and local media have warned that this could become the most disruptive strike of the month.
Because the action covers such a wide range of sectors, the effects are expected to extend well beyond commuting. Logistics companies in Italy, including Gruber Logistics, have already advised customers to expect slower vehicle movements, potential changes to planned pick-ups and deliveries, and reduced availability of domestic transport. Demonstrations are also planned in some major cities, which may add further traffic delays.
Other Strikes Throughout December
The general strike on the 12th forms part of a broader wave of industrial action across the country. Rome’s public transport network is due to strike on 9 December, followed by a national ferry strike from 9 to 11 December. Aviation workers will take part in nationwide action on 17 December, and freight logistics services are due to strike from 22 to 24 December. Together, these actions are likely to create rolling disruption in the lead-up to Christmas.
What This Means for Supply Chains
For importers and exporters, the main impacts will be felt in the form of slower transit times, delays to both collections and deliveries, and potential congestion around major Italian hubs. With uncertainty around staffing levels and transport availability, customers may find that schedules change at short notice.
Our team at Beckchoice is closely monitoring updates from Italian authorities and logistics partners. Where possible, we are working to minimise delays and keep cargo moving, though some disruption is inevitable during a nationwide action of this scale. Customers with urgent or time-sensitive shipments are encouraged to speak with us so we can make appropriate arrangements or build additional time into existing plans.
References
“Italy faces travel disruption as unions call for nationwide strikes in November and December.” Euronews, 27 Nov 2025. https://www.euronews.com/travel/2025/11/27/italy-faces-travel-disruption-as-unions-call-for-a-nationwide-strikes-in-november-and-dece
Official Italian transport strike bulletin (general strikes & rail sector, 12 Dec 2025). Ministero delle Infrastrutture e dei Trasporti (MIT). https://scioperi.mit.gov.it/mit2/public/scioperi
“Italy general strike on 12 December 2025 and key travel disruptions.” Idealista, 25 Nov 2025. https://www.idealista.it/en/news/lifestyle-in-italy/2025/11/25/293869-italy-general-strike-on-12-december-2025-and-key-travel-disruptions
Please note: This update is based on information available as of 08/12/25. Strike schedules and transport impacts may change at short notice. Customers should check official sources regularly and contact the Beckchoice team for the latest shipment advice.