On 6 and 7 May 2026, the ETF brought together EWC representatives from Transdev, Keolis, Nobina, Vy Buss and Arriva for a workshop focused on strengthening European Works Councils (EWCs) in urban public transport.
Participants exchanged on how to better integrate corporate sustainability into trade union work, while building stronger cross-border cooperation between worker representatives across Europe. Discussions focused on the role EWCs can play in ensuring a just transition - one that protects workers, promotes quality jobs and ensures employees’ voices are heard throughout the green and digital transition.
The workshop also explored how the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) can become a powerful tool for trade unions. Under the directive, companies are required to assess and report on climate and social-related risks as well as to engage with workers’ representatives on sustainability reporting and transition strategies.
As Europe advances its Clean Industrial Deal and accelerates decarbonisation efforts, social dialogue and workers’ participation will be essential to delivering a fair and inclusive transition in transport.
A big thank you again to all participants for the engaged, insightful and constructive discussions!
ETF workshop: Works Councils at Transdev, Keolis, Nobina, Vy Buss and Arriva explore a just transition in urban public transport
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