Airport strikes in Spain: possible delays in Alicante

In the coming days, ground handling staff strikes are expected across Spanish airports, potentially affecting key hubs including Alicante-Elche.

According to available information, two major operators are involved: Groundforce and Menzies, responsible for check-in, baggage handling and aircraft services.

📍 Affected airports

Madrid (Barajas), Barcelona (El Prat), Malaga (Costa del Sol), Alicante (Alicante-Elche), Palma de Mallorca, Valencia, Bilbao, Ibiza and the Canary Islands (Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura).

The most significant disruption is expected at airports where both companies operate.

📅 Dates

• March 27 — partial stoppages

• March 28 — 24-hour strike

• March 29 — peak disruption

• March 30 — partial stoppages

• April 1 — partial stoppages

• April 2–6 — continuous strikes

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✈️ Impact on passengers

Possible effects:

• flight delays

• baggage issues

• cancellations

Particularly affecting Alicante-Elche flights.

📲 Where to check for updates

Groundforce: https://www.groundforce.comMenzies Aviation: https://menziesaviation.com

Passengers should also monitor airline notifications.

📌 Recommendations

• check flight status in advance

• arrive early at the airport

• allow for possible delays

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