20/01/2023at 08:30

DFDS hit by French strike on the English Channel

Due to a preannounced strike in France, DFDS has been forced to move all freight and passenger traffic from the Dover-Calais route.

by DAG HOLMSTAD

Widespread strikes in France affect DFDS’ activities on the English Channel.

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