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French aviation regulator orders flight cuts at Paris-CDG and Marseille as civil-service strike begins
France’s civil-aviation authority (DGAC) has asked airlines to cancel 5 % of flights at Paris-CDG and 25 % at Marseille-Provence on 29 September because air-traffic controllers are joining a nationwide civil-service strike. Business travellers should expect delays and limited cancellations at other regional airports and build extra time into itineraries and relocation plans.
Rail and RER services cut as national strike hits Île-de-France commuters
RER, Transilien and selected metro stations in the Paris region are operating on reduced timetables during the 29 September civil-service strike, with some lines running only one train in three and several central stations closed. Employers are urged to enable remote work and advise travellers to allow extra journey time or consider cycling and ride-share alternatives.
‘Black Tuesday’ public-sector strike disrupts services across France
A nationwide public-sector strike on 29 September is affecting transport, schools and public administrations. Although long-distance trains and most Metro lines run near normally, commuter RER services, some regional trains and key Paris stations face closures, while administrative appointments may be postponed. Mobility teams should verify travel and visa-processing schedules and build in contingency time.
RER C, D, E and suburban lines hit hardest as Transilien issues strike timetable
Paris commuter operator Transilien confirms reduced service on RER C, D, E and several suburban lines during the 29 September strike, with as little as one train in three on certain branches. Business travellers relying on rail to reach airports or client sites should allow extra travel time and keep proof of disruption for HR purposes.
Eurostar warns of France-related delays through 2 October amid track works and tunnel issues
Eurostar says works on the French rail network from 28 September to 2 October, combined with Tuesday-morning tunnel disruptions, may add up to 20 minutes to journeys. Travellers using Eurostar as an alternative to disrupted domestic flights should factor in possible knock-on delays to meetings and connections.