ETF and ITF call for new Ryanair chairman The time has come for Mr Bonderman to go. It is hard to see how a business like Ryanair can move on when its chairman is stuck in the last century. Press Release 4 Sep 2018
Technological change Automation and digitalisation are reshaping our economy, and the transport sector will be greatly affected. Info 18 Aug 2018
Climate Change Human activity is making our planet warmer, and the transport sector is partly responsible. One reason is the low prices which social dumping and exploitation allow, creating excessive demand for cheap transport services. We call for urgent action to reduce the environmental impact of transport, coupled with a fair and just transition for affected workers. Info 14 Aug 2018
Globalisation Globalisation has transformed trade patterns and thus the demand for transport services. This could mean more jobs in transport, but how do we ensure quality and fair working conditions? Info 14 Aug 2018
TRENDS Climate change. Digitalisation and automation. Demographic shifts. Globalisation. The world is changing around us, and so is society. What will this mean for the transport sector and its workers? Our research helps unions prepare to act. Issues 14 Aug 2018
Demographic shifts Europe’s population is aging, and population growth is weak. Meanwhile, an ever higher percentage of people live in urban areas, and rural regions face depopulation. What will these changes mean for our transport sector and its workers? Info 14 Aug 2018
Open Letter: Stop social dumping in the air industry! ETF and ITF demand that European Commission acts on unfair competition. Statement 8 Aug 2018