The French shipping company Corsica Linea has announced the cancellation of two crossings between Algeria and France due to a 48-hour strike called by the CGT union. The strike, which began on September 29, 2026, is expected to disrupt the company's maritime program. The CGT union has expressed concerns over a sectoral agreement that could threaten 90 jobs and lead to the withdrawal of one of the company's ships.
According to the CGT union, the sectoral agreement could have severe consequences for the company's employees and operations. The union is demanding guarantees for the financing of the Public Service Delegation (DSP) until 2030, the abandonment of the chartering of the Massalia, and a follow-up meeting with transport stakeholders. The strike is part of a broader social movement, with a national call to strike in the French public sector scheduled for the same day.
Corsica Linea has announced that the crossings from Marseille to Alger on September 29 and from Alger to Marseille on September 30, operated by the Jean Nicoli ship, have been canceled. The company has informed affected customers by SMS and email and has set up a dedicated online space to track the evolution of crossings during the social movement.
The company is offering affected passengers the option to modify or refund their tickets without any additional charges. Passengers can contact their reservation agency directly to make changes or request a refund. The strike is expected to affect not only the company's crossings to Algeria but also its territorial continuity services and ports in Marseille, Toulon, and Nice.
The CGT union has stated that the strike will affect all of Corsica Linea's destinations, including Algeria, and will have a significant impact on the company's operations. The union's concerns over the sectoral agreement and the potential consequences for employees and operations have led to the 48-hour strike.
The cancellations and disruptions caused by the strike are expected to have a significant impact on passengers traveling between France and Algeria. Corsica Linea's customers are advised to check the company's website and social media channels for updates on the status of their crossings.
The strike by the CGT union is a significant development in the ongoing negotiations between the union and Corsica Linea. The outcome of the negotiations and the impact of the strike on the company's operations and employees remain to be seen.
Key points
- Corsica Linea cancels two crossings between Algeria and France due to a 48-hour strike by the CGT union.
- The strike is in response to concerns over a sectoral agreement that could threaten 90 jobs and lead to the withdrawal of one of the company's ships.
- Affected passengers can modify or refund their tickets without any additional charges.
