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Lufthansa enters binding arbitration with pilot union in bid to end strike cycle
On 23 September Lufthansa accepted a formal arbitration framework with the Vereinigung Cockpit pilots’ union, putting all strike action on hold until mediators deliver a verdict – probably in November. The move, triggered by mounting operational and financial pressures, lowers the risk of flight cancellations for German business travellers during the busy autumn period. Companies should benefit from more reliable schedules but keep contingency plans until a final deal is signed.
German Federal Police block entry of wanted Libyan with forged papers amid intensified border checks
Federal Police at the German-Polish border refused entry to a Libyan national wanted for previous document fraud, highlighting the daily impact of Germany’s recently extended internal Schengen controls. The man carried forged driver’s licences and had no visa; after paying an outstanding fine he was returned to Poland and banned from Schengen for three years. The incident underscores the need for travellers to carry original documents and for employers to verify licence authenticity.
EasyJet cabin-crew walk-outs threaten Berlin–Portugal links during German autumn holidays
Portuguese easyJet cabin crew have announced two strike periods (2–6 Oct and 19–23 Dec), threatening about 500 flights including the carrier’s Berlin–Porto and Berlin–Funchal services. The first walk-out overlaps with German autumn school holidays, raising the likelihood of travel disruption for leisure and business passengers. Companies should prepare alternative routings and brief travellers on EU261 rights and rebooking options.