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Forwarders are warning of chaos throughout France as strikes and fuel shortages continue – with little sign of reprieve.

Unions opposed to labour reform plans have called for nationwide walk-outs today at a wide range of industries including ports and fuel depots – affecting all transport modes.

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  • jorge medina

    May 26, 2016 at 2:17 pm

    check the problem in France, (CMA) home base.
    they better worry about home first.

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