Sicily Truckers Announce Strike as Eni Fuel Price Cap Takes Effect
Sicilian truckers announced a strike after a cap on fuel prices set by Eni came into force, fixing diesel at €2.19 per litre and unleaded petrol at €1.99, according to ANSA.
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A cap on fuel prices introduced by Italian energy company Eni has come into force, setting diesel at €2.19 per litre and unleaded petrol at €1.99, according to ANSA.
In response, truckers in Sicily announced a strike, though ANSA's report did not specify the planned dates, duration, or the truckers' specific objections to the new pricing scheme.
The report did not detail the reasoning behind Eni's decision to introduce the cap, nor did it clarify whether the measure applies nationwide or only to select regions.
Fuel prices have been a recurring source of tension in Italy, with transport groups periodically staging strikes over pricing and cost pressures affecting the haulage industry.
ANSA's report did not include comment from Eni or from Sicilian trucking associations regarding the planned strike.
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