Finnish media, citing the director of an ammunition factory, reported that the proposed strikes set to take place in February could halt the factory’s operations, potentially impacting its supply chain to Ukraine.
According to the national broadcaster YLE, the director clarified that while the factory does not directly export to Ukraine, its production is linked to ministries concerned with these supplies. The strikes, therefore, could significantly affect their distribution.
The director noted the difficulty in estimating the extent of the damage the strikes might cause to the institution. However, he mentioned that the factory could potentially compensate for the production deficit with overtime work.
The ammunition factory in question is part of the “Nammo” group, a Norwegian-Finnish company known for producing small and medium-caliber ammunition.
Earlier, the Industrial Workers’ Union “Teollisuusliitto” announced a two-day strike from February 1 to 2, with several other unions planning coordinated strikes on February 1.
These actions are in response to labor reforms implemented by the Finnish government, which have been met with opposition from workers’ unions.
The impending strikes highlight the interconnectedness of global supply chains and the potential impact of domestic labor issues on international military support, particularly in the context of the ongoing situation in Ukraine.
