French rail services are expected to face major disruption on June 10 after four leading railway unions called for a nationwide strike targeting state-owned operator SNCF.
The one-day industrial action has been backed by the CGT-Cheminots, Sud-Rail, Unsa-Ferroviaire and CFDT-Cheminots unions, all of which have formally filed strike notices.
Unions Protest Restructuring And Working Conditions
In a joint statement published on May 6, the unions accused SNCF of creating worsening working conditions through ongoing restructuring and the expansion of subsidiary operations.
The unions said workers were facing increasing pressure linked to organizational changes within the rail operator.
They cited concerns over workplace accidents, rising sick leave and employee suicides.
“We refuse to go along with these transformations,” the unions said in the statement.
The groups described the situation as a “state of emergency” for railway workers.
Pay Dispute Adds To Growing Tensions
Alongside concerns over restructuring, unions are also demanding what they described as genuine wage negotiations with SNCF management.
The organizations argued that inflation and rising living costs are placing growing financial pressure on employees.
According to the unions, consumer prices and energy bills increased by 2.2% in April 2026 following a 1.7% rise in March.
They said workers continue facing deteriorating purchasing power with little sign of economic relief.
Travel Disruption Expected Across France
The strike is expected to affect rail services across France, including high-speed, regional and commuter operations managed by SNCF.
Details regarding the scale of disruption and contingency schedules are expected to be announced closer to the strike date.
Passengers traveling in France on June 10 are likely to face cancellations, delays and reduced service frequencies.
The planned industrial action adds to ongoing tensions within the French transport sector as unions continue challenging restructuring efforts and demanding improved pay and working conditions.
