The Athens Metro will remain in operation during the nationwide strike set for February 28, according to union higher-ups.
The General Secretary of the Athens Metro Workers Union, Spyros Revithis, announced the decision in a Facebook post, stating workers’ commitment facilitating the arrival and departure of demonstrators attending the Tempi train disaster protest.
“You should know that we, the workers, have taken the decision to accommodate the arrival and departure of people to and from the center of Athens, in order to ensure the largest possible participation of demonstrators,” he wrote.
The strike, led by ADEDY, the umbrella union representing Greek civil servants, marks the two-year anniversary of the 2023 Tempi train crash, which killed 57 people. Protesters are demanding justice and accountability, with major disruptions expected in Greece’s transportation sector. Ships will remain docked, flights will be grounded, and taxi services will be limited as part of the nationwide work stoppage. Thousands are expected to fill the streets of central Athens.
While the Athens Metro Workers Union confirmed its intention to keep services running for demonstrators, it has yet to release full details. The Union General Secretary stated that official announcements will follow in the coming days.
