German rail operator Deutsche Bahn (DB) is to sue the German train drivers' union (GDL) as freight drivers enter 62 hours of strikes today in a dispute over pay and working conditions.
Last week, two-day strikes brought cargo trains to a standstill, paralysing goods transport in most of the country and raising fears about a permanent effect on the economy.
DB has told German publication Deutsche Welle that it has initiated court proceedings, suing GDL for five million euros (US$7.5m).
The GDL, in which three quarters of Germany's 20,000 train drivers are organised, has so far targeted goods, regional and long-distance transport.
About 3,000 union members are reported to have walked out, writes Deutsche Welle.
By staff writer
