Sri Lanka 12.01.2026

The designated operator of Sri Lanka, the Department of Posts, wishes to inform Union member countries and their designated operators that the entire country is experiencing extreme weather conditions and a red level cyclone warning has been issued. Heavy rain and strong winds are causing severe flooding and landslides.As a result, operations across the entire postal network have been suspended with effect from 27 November 2025. Accordingly, delays are to be expected for all mail operations and the Department of Posts will be unable to meet declared delivery standards for all mail until further notice.

Indonesia 12.01.2026

The designated operator of Indonesia, Pos Indonesia, would like to inform Union member countries and their designated operators that the recent extreme weather conditions in Aceh Province on 28 and 29 November 2025, including heavy rainfall and flooding, have affected road access and the smooth distribution of postal items along several major routes. A number of national and provincial roads have been damaged, including collapsed bridges and significant flooding, disrupting the movement of operational vehicles. The situation report as of 28 November 2025 is as follows Areas operating normally: Banda Aceh, Aceh Besar, Pidie, Pidie Jaya, parts of Lhokseumawe, Aceh Jaya, Aceh Barat, Abdya, Aceh Selatan, Subulussalam, Simeulue, Sabang, and parts of Nagan Raya. Affected areas owing to flooding or landslides: Bireuen (collapsed bridges on Jalan Medan–Banda Aceh and Jalan Raya Bireuen–Takengon), Lhokseumawe and Aceh Utara (several sections inaccessible owing to flooding), Aceh Timur (passable only for heavy vehicles because of flooding), Aceh Tamiang, Bener Meriah, Aceh Tengah, Gayo Lues (routes disconnected), Aceh Tenggara (severe landslide damage), and several points in Nagan Raya and Aceh Singkil (collapsed bridges and damaged roads). These conditions may cause delays in the processing and delivery of inbound and domestic postal items destined for affected areas in Aceh, particularly in regions where road access is currently blocked on account of flooding, damaged bridges or landslides. Pos Indonesia continues to monitor the situation closely with the authorities and is implementing mitigation measures to maintain service continuity to the extent possible.

Italy 18.12.2025

A Nationwide strike has been called by major Italian unions (Filt Cgil, Fit Cisl, and Uiltrasporti) in protest for the renewal of the National Collective Labour Agreement, which expired in March 2024. This 48-hour strike, from December 22 to December 24, is expected to cause significant disruptions across land, air, and sea transportation networks and logistics operations within Italy. Our partner in Italy has advised they will increase operational times to minimise any disruption and will advise of any delivery delays accordingly. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your Account Manager directly.

USA 29.11.2025

Over 1,200 flight cancellations at Chicago O’Hare International Airport: Media sources reported that winter storm conditions disrupted flight operations with 1,232 flights cancellations at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (IATA: ORD) and 246 flights cancellations at Chicago Midway International Airport (IATA: MDW) in Chicago, United States, on the afternoon of November 29. Disruptions were likely to continue as snowfall of up to 10 inches was forecast. Further disruptions are to be expected until weather conditions improve.

India 29.11.2025

Heavy rainfall causes flooding in parts of Tamil Nadu: Media sources on November 30 reported that Cyclone Ditawh caused fatalities and extensive flooding across Tamil Nadu since the morning of November 29. Three people are reported dead, while 57,000 hectares have been affected across Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, and Mayiladuthurai. Disruptions to businesses and logistics are to be expected until the weather conditions improve.

Italy 28.11.2025

Air France and KLM ground staff to strike: Media sources report on November 13 that ground staff at Air France and KLM plan to strike at airports across Italy on November 28 as part of a nationwide general strike. The strike will take place between 09:00 and 17:00 local time. Disruptions to flight operations are expected at the affected airports.